[2026] Recommended for Women! A Collection of Moving J-POP Graduation Songs
Graduation songs that color farewells with friends and new beginnings are beloved across generations, no matter the era.
In this article, while focusing on the theme of graduation songs, we’ll introduce a wide range of tracks sung by female artists that we especially recommend for women.
From nostalgic tunes to songs that mark fresh encounters, we’ve selected pieces from the Showa, Heisei, and Reiwa eras across genres and periods, so you’re sure to find a song that resonates with your heart.
Use this as a reference not only for choosing BGM for graduation ceremonies and farewell parties, but also for karaoke at after-parties following the ceremony!
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[2026] Recommended for Women! A Collection of Moving J‑Pop Graduation Songs (41–50)
threadNakajima Miyuki
A beautiful ballad that likens human connections to warp and weft threads soaks into the heart through Miyuki Nakajima’s gentle yet powerful voice.
The lyrics, depicting fateful encounters and the warm fabric of life woven from them, evoke deep empathy—a true masterpiece.
Included on the album EAST ASIA, this song has continued to resonate with many people since its release in October 1992.
In 1998, it was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Seija no Koshin” (March of the Saints), earning even broader acclaim.
It’s a track that soothes the heart at life’s turning points—meetings and farewells, fresh starts, and more.
Celebrated by many, it’s perfect for weddings, anniversaries, and any occasion that honors bonds with loved ones.
[2026] Recommended for women! A collection of moving J-POP graduation songs (51–60)
The season of farewellSHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a girls’ band that enjoys strong support, especially among listeners in their teens and twenties.
Their uniquely laid-back melodies are popular.
This song, “Season of Goodbye,” is a work themed around student romance.
While there’s a touch of sadness, the lyrics are crafted to be endearingly heart-fluttering and cute.
to clear up (weather)Yorushika
Yorushika’s music stays close to the listener’s heart and lights a beacon of hope.
This work is a heartwarming anthem released in January 2024 as the opening theme for the TV anime “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.” Suis’s clear, translucent vocals gently envelop the poetic lyrics woven by n-buna.
The positive message embedded in the lyrics will soothe and encourage those going through tough times.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone anxious about stepping into a new environment or struggling with worries.
It will surely stay by your side and leave you feeling bright and refreshed.
GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48
As graduation approaches and countless memories come flooding back, I’d like to recommend AKB48’s “GIVE ME FIVE!” as a song that truly resonates.
It drew attention for featuring the members actually playing instruments.
The music video, full of smiles, brings back fun times with childhood friends and at school, and it can help turn farewells with friends into something you can face positively.
It’s also perfect for karaoke and a great way to reaffirm the bonds with the people you care about.
Graduation PhotoMatsutōya Yumi
Yumi Matsutoya continues to be loved by many listeners across generations even today.
“Sotsugyo Shashin” is one of her signature works.
The melody showcases the timbre she excels at, and while the lyrics are elegantly worded, they carry considerable impact.
It is truly a masterpiece distinguished by both its melody and lyrics.
spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE
A heartwarming mid-tempo number that delicately captures the joy and bittersweetness felt with the arrival of spring.
Created the day after a high school graduation ceremony, the song weaves in the fleeting nature of youth and the importance of human connections.
The chorus’s repeated, conflicting emotions strike a chord with many listeners who carry the sadness and complexity of parting.
Released in February 2018, it was featured in Suntory’s “Craft Boss” commercial, and surpassed 100 million streams in March 2024.
Highly recommended for those feeling anxious about a new environment or those who have experienced a farewell with someone dear.
HEART BEATYOASOBI
This is a song that gives you the courage to take a strong step toward the future.
Created by YOASOBI to reflect the thoughts of 1,000 eighteen-year-olds, it was released in December 2023.
It also serves as the theme song for NHK’s special program “YOASOBI 18-sai Matsuri (18 Festival).” Centered on personal growth and self-discovery, the song expresses the struggles and hopes of young people through the beat of the heart.
It’s a must-listen for high school students approaching graduation and for anyone about to dive into a new environment.
While cherishing your true self, you’ll surely find the courage to face forward and keep moving ahead.