[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 (51–60)
My WayMirei Touyama
Many people are surely feeling anxious about graduating and stepping onto a new path.
At times like that, how about a song that stays close to your feelings, gives you strength, and helps you look forward? Mirei Toyama’s “My Way” is a track that can be powerful in exactly those moments, gently comforting emotions that no one else can understand.
The song is produced by Shota Shimizu, who is also well known for his collaboration on “Dear My Boo.”
365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48
Speaking of AKB48, they’re generally associated with lots of poppy songs.
But “365 Nichi no Kamihikōki” has a slightly different vibe from that usual image.
If anything, it’s a clear, transparent-sounding song more akin to the Sakamichi idol groups, and it’s a track widely known across generations.
It features an easy-to-listen-to, catchy melody.
Sakura PhotographHatsuboshi Gakuen
It’s a moving ballad perfect for the season when cherry blossoms dance.
Released in April 2025, this song is the theme for the season event “Sakura-Mau Start Line” in the game Gakuen Idolmaster.
The gentle harmonies of the trio—Liliya Katsuragi, Sayaka Shiun, and Saki Hanami—leave a lasting impression.
It’s as if the tender melody rides the spring breeze and soars into the sky.
The lyrics, which portray meetings, farewells, and irreplaceable friendship, will especially resonate with those graduating from school.
Be sure to give it a listen during cherry blossom season.
Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki
I think many people are familiar with “Tegami ~Haikei Jūgo no Kimi e~.” It’s a memorable piece with lyrics that are like a letter to one’s past self.
Beyond the lyrics, the melody perfectly matches them and has a clear, transparent quality.
It’s the kind of song that feels like it cleanses your heart as you listen.
[2026] Recommended for Women! A Moving Collection of J-POP Graduation Songs (61–70)
MemoriesNiziU
This new song from NiziU is perfect for creating memories during graduation season.
With its bright melody, it carries a message of cherishing fun times with friends forever.
It was selected as the theme song for Universal Studios Japan’s “UniHaru” campaign and was also used in TV commercials.
Released on February 6, 2024, the track is recommended not only for those graduating, but also for anyone looking forward to new encounters in spring.
Why not create irreplaceable memories accompanied by NiziU’s vocals?
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.
The ringing beginning of a dreamkyarī pamyu pamyu
Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s iconic graduation song, “Yume no Hajimarinrin.” In this track, the theme of parting with teachers and friends and taking a step from graduation into a new world is expressed in Kyary’s signature pop style.
Though it’s a farewell song with lyrics that tug at the heart and could easily feel melancholy, the Kyary Pamyu Pamyu world makes it irresistibly cute—bittersweet yet leaving you feeling positive by the end.
Let this song soothe the loneliness of graduation.