[Support for a New Life] Cheer and Celebration Songs You’ll Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony

Many people might say, “While there are lots of graduation songs, I can’t really think of any entrance (school admission) songs.”

For those who are looking for entrance songs but can’t quite find them, this article introduces recommended tracks for people starting at a new school in April, as well as for those who want to celebrate new students.

We’ve picked a range of songs—including recent releases—from upbeat tunes that help you welcome the new school year with a bright outlook to encouraging anthems that let you move forward, trusting in the path you’ve walked so far.

During the entrance season, take your time and listen to these gems that gently accompany the mix of excitement and anxiety in your heart.

Playlist

[Support for a New Life] Cheer and Celebration Songs You’ll Want to Hear at the Entrance Ceremony
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' powerful song to cheer on your new life
2	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheer song that sings about the starting line
3	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Let's hold on to hope and move forward with a song by Sukima Switch.
4	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A youth song to cheer on new spring beginnings
5	SignalWANIMA		Let's cheer on the new students with a song by WANIMA
6	rainbow-coloredayaka		A new life: the beginning of challenge and growth
7	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s songs support people starting a new chapter in life.
8	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		A cheer song by Little Glee Monster
9	parabolaOfisharu Higedan Dism		A cheering song that sings of hopes and expectations for a new life
10	The Beginningayaka		Season of graduation and enrollment, song of hope
11	voiceikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s song “Koe” is a cheer song that encourages new students.
12	SUNHoshino Gen		A refreshing morning tune, a cheer song for a new life
13	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		Gives you courage with a cheer song for a new life
14	One-room DiscoPerfume		Entrance song, supporting one-room living
15	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		A popular song that supports a new life—a track that gives you courage
16	room for growthCreepy Nuts		Cheering on your new life with Creepy Nuts’ fight song
17	BOYKing Gnu		A warm and gentle rock song by King Gnu
18	Young adultmakaroni enpitsu		Macaroni Enpitsu's theme song of unconditional love
19	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		Mone Kamishiraishi's cheer song sings of hope and bonds
20	melon sodaaiko		A song by aiko that resonates with the heart, depicting the emotions of spring
21	Let’s get started.Remioromen		Remioromen’s first new song in 15 years
22	March in AprilAwesome City Club		Introduction to a cheer song that sings about the hopes of a new life
23	Flash!!!King Gnu		King Gnu’s rock song to cheer on your new life
24	breakthroughSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER’s song supports people starting a new life
25	CHARMWANIMA		WANIMA's protective charm song
26	I want to keep smiling.ikimonogakari		Ikimonogakari's cheer song
27	Step and a stepNiziU		My heart feels lighter with NiziU’s cheer song
28	AnchorMiura Daichi		Support your new life with Daichi Miura’s gentle cheering song
29	creationHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s Mario 35th Anniversary theme song
30	Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai		Support your new life with Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s fight song
31	New WorldBUMP OF CHICKEN		An inspiring song that supports a new step forward
32	MasterpieceSCANDAL		SCANDAL’s “Masterpiece” supports a new step forward
33	Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI		Hikaru GENJI’s historic hit song(s)
34	Season of BeginningsMakihara Noriyuki × Hanaregumi		A song that portrays the anxieties and hopes of spring
35	Mahalomiwa		A powerful song that supports a fresh start
36	-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)Ofisharu Higedan Dism		A rock song from a movie soundtrack that celebrates being yourself
37	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A high-velocity rock song by Road of Major
38	Happinessarashi		A bold new life—let’s move straight ahead!
39	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		A bright song that cheers on a new chapter in life, “RPG”
40	If you laugh at the skywacci		A tear-jerking wacci masterpiece that cheers on your efforts
41	Shineyuzu		Introduction to a Song to Support a New Life
42	FanfareTamaki Kōji		Supporting the heart with Koji Tamaki’s powerful singing
43	horizonback number		Even if dreams break, the light can still be seen.
44	BeautifulSuperfly		An anthem of encouragement that sings about the importance of living true to yourself
45	Thump-thump, boom! First Graders		A heart-throbbing, moving song for the school entrance ceremony
46	First Lovenaniwa danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s cute debut song
47	HELLOOfisharu Higedan Dism		An encouraging song that heals the anxieties of a new life, 'HELLO'
48	Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song that cherishes bonds and memories with friends
49	To tomorrowLittle Glee Monster		An inspiring song that sings of hope for the future
50	YELL ~Support~Kobukuro		Kobukuro’s powerful song of departure and hope
51	New lifeKetsumeishi		A refreshing song by Ketsumeishi that sings of expectations and hopes for a new life.
52	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s songs give the courage to move toward the future.
53	When I Become a First Grader		A heart-thumping thrill for spring entrance songs
54	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Aqua Timez debut song film theme song
55	WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro		A song of hope in the face of hardship: the classic by Ayaka and Kobukuro
56	To the futureKiroro		A graduation song filled with the feelings of Kiror's members
57	cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Spring song to cheer on a new life
58	Song of BeginningsRyokushokushakai		Cheer on your new life with Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Hajimari no Uta”
59	sakura colorGReeeeN		Sakuracolor is a song that encourages those who feel anxious about starting a new life.
60	Take@Chancemiwa		It’s important to live your life to the fullest in the present.
61	That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		A comeback hit song by Daijiman Brothers Band.
62	Brave GenerationBE:FIRST		A BE:FIRST song that portrays a powerful, forward-moving figure
63	STORIES 2022～Kawaguchi Kyogo		Cheering on those who chase their dreams, the strength to move forward
64	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		A poignant spring masterpiece, as moving as cherry blossoms
65	The wind is blowing.ikimonogakari		A moving song that supports anxieties about entering school
66	possibilitySambomasutā		I get courage from Sambomaster’s fight songs
67	Mashirosumika		An inspiring song that cheers on a new beginning
68	premonitionSUPER BEAVER		An anthem that encourages the courage to live as your true self!
69	Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya		A gentle singing voice that cheers on new beginnings
70	My WayDef Tech		A heartwarming song that supports the challenges of a new life
71	1989the pillows		The story of how I met the pillows
72	Dear, boyHump Back		A warm anthem cheering on those who chase their dreams
73	stepsGReeeeN		A song that sings about the courage to keep moving forward
74	My future self is waving.Mayumura Chiaki		A cheer song for exam-takers, conveying courage and hope
75	I can only face forwardAKB48		AKB48 Yuko Oshima Graduation Commemorative Single
76	Doki itnaniwa danshi		A rock cheer song to support new spring beginnings
77	Our Starting LineHIPPY		An anthem of youth that cheers you on, giving you a push toward your dreams.
78	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A signature song by Makihara, a motivational anthem about staying true to yourself
79	Starting Line ~ A New BreezeBaba Toshihide		A late-blooming singer speaks about the courage to start over
80	I am the strongest.Ado		A cheer song that sings of dreams and hope
81	Let there be lightBURNOUT SYNDROMES		A passionate song that gives you courage for a new challenge
82	spring breeze		A heartwarming masterpiece depicting the breath of spring
83	made-to-orderOmoinotake		An anthem of support for local youth, with hope for the future
84	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		J-POP masterpieces to support your new spring life
85	Ancient storyKumakawa Miyu		Cheer for a new life, the courage to look ahead
86	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		It will work out—toward a new step forward.
87	Cherry blossoms → school entrance ceremonyBerryz Kobo		Cherry blossoms and school entrance, the hopes and anxieties of starting a new life
88	JUMPIkuta Rira		An anthem of support for those facing hardship
89	Hajimari no Uta ~The Distant Sky Clears~ikimonogakari		Melody of hope for a new beginning
90	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that portrays the growth and struggles of youth
91	We againSG		An encouraging song about overcoming a breakup and taking a new step forward
92	START LINEFLOWER FLOWER		A positive, encouraging song for a new chapter in life, by FLOWER FLOWER
93	When spring comesmiwa		miwa’s “Haru ni Nattara” is a popular cheer/encouragement song among students.
94	markHatsuboshi Gakuen		The hopeful school anthem of Hatsuboshi Academy, singing of the bonds between friends.
95	GOBUMP OF CHICKEN		A song filled with courage and determination for a new step forward
96	strawaiko		A song that portrays feelings of love and the happiness of everyday life
97	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		Yorushika’s song that portrays seasonal changes and hope
98	Young SongKawasaki Takaya		Kawasaki Takaya’s soothing cheer-up song
99	People and PeopleYugeda Kensuke		A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of meeting people
100	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A song featuring grand guitars and Kawakami’s captivating high notes.
101	Beautiful DaysHirai Dai		An anthem of encouragement that sings of the hopes and bonds of youth
102	coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)ikimonogakari		A pop tune that portrays everyday happiness and human connection
103	The Place of Beginningsroodo obu mejyaa		Remember where your dream began, and cherish your new frontier.
104	to live onKANA-BOON		The courage to step into a new life with memories in your heart
105	Bring it on, spring.non		A spring cheer song, a new track brimming with youthful energy
106	Sakura, Bloom!arashi		An Arashi cheer song, courage for a new life
107	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s classic that gently cheers on the start of a new life
108	Morning of the BeginningOfisharu Higedan Dism		The cheer song that sings of the excitement for a new life, “Morning of Beginnings.”
109	I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem that gives the courage not to give up
110	GRADUATIONSBACK-ON		Singing of graduation memories and the courage to face the future
111	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
112	Rising SunEXILE		Choose your own age, into a new spring.
113	together; along with; bothWANIMA		An anthem that encourages and conveys the importance of living positively
114	Song of DepartureAAA		AAA’s moving ballad supports your life.
115	PinkieBUMP OF CHICKEN		A moving masterpiece depicting cherry blossoms and a promise
116	Embracing wrinkled cloudsDISH//		An iconic song that gives you a push and cheers on your new life
117	birthdayDISH//		A new life support song by DISH//
118	Song of BeginningsGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s cheering song that gives you courage for a new life
119	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		Hey! Say! JUMP spring cheer song
120	SunMy Hair is Bad		An encouraging song that gives courage to youth
121	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		A song that encourages the courage to embrace a new environment
122	Before the departureWANIMA		WANIMA's cheer song: a new-life support track
123	Blue Springback number		Feel the youth with “Aoi Haru” by back number
124	the 10 o’clock directionsumika		sumika’s cheer song that supports you at life’s crossroads
125	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		A song of courage to face forward and move ahead as your true self
126	Song Yellyuzu		Stay positive in your new life with Yuzu’s cheering song
127	Song of Springsupittsu		Spring songs are perfect for celebrating school entrance
128	UraraBikkeburanka		A breakout work that refreshingly portrays a springtime parting
129	It’s okayMarushii		Marcy’s cheering song, let’s move forward positively
130	At any timeYugeda Kensuke		Expressing ten years of gratitude on a gentle melody
131	Everyone, everyone is shining.Yugeda Kensuke		A children's cheer song that sings of springtime hope
132	The world still doesn’t know you yet.Abe Mao		Abe Mao’s New Life Support Song
133	cherry blossomKALMA		A heartwarming song to support your new life this spring
134	guidanceNoGoD		A song that encourages you through the anxieties of starting a new life
135	LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism		Be brave and spread your wings on a new path!
136	Cheering songTHE Inazuma Sentai		A youth-punk cheer song to encourage new students
137	my true selfYuika		The anime ending theme cheers on being yourself.
138	Tokyokujira		A heartwarming song that sings of the complex emotions of starting a new life
139	The Wind of BeginningsHirahara Ayaka		A powerful anthem cheering on new beginnings, a classic by Ayaka Hirahara
140	As long as you keep walkingdohatsuten		An old guys’ band delivers the power to live
141	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		A masterpiece that portrays the feelings of someone who has left their hometown.
142	Because we are living beingsRyokushokushakai		A school music contest compulsory piece: a song of growth and courage
143	It’s okayHikawa Kiyoshi		New beginnings—turn hardships into springboards and face forward!
144	One Heartatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu		Back-to-school support song that boosts self-esteem
145	BlessingYOASOBI		The strength to live true to yourself in YOASOBI’s youth anthem
146	Let’s sing a songDaiji MAN Burazāzu Bando		A warm melody to cheer on new students
147	SCHOOL DAYSshiritsu ebisu chūgaku		It's a song like a springtime gift.
148	New EraAdo		Ado’s “New Genesis” gives a boost to people starting a new chapter in life.
149	Yosutakyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary’s catchy cheer song
150	I’ll keep going.Jonagōrudo		Cheering on a new step with Jonagold’s new song
151	DREAMERyamazaru		A new-life support song from Yamazaru, delivering courage and hope
152	Laugh awayYUI		A refreshing cheer song echoing through the entrance ceremony