[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!

Playlist

[2026] Recommended for Women! A Collection of Moving J-POP Graduation Songs
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	sunflowerAdo		Ado's new song, a hymn of positive resolve and gratitude
2	Time-Limited Unrequited LoveNogizaka 46		An emotionally moving song in the Hokkaido music video that sings about feelings of graduation.
3	Moon in CairoBoku ga mitakatta aozora		A graduation song resounding in the winter blue sky
4	orchestraBiSH		BiSH’s masterpiece 'Orchestra' is moving.
5	Hey, senpaiTomei		The poignant emotions of youth that refuse to graduate
6	YuiriMurayama Yuiri		A moving ballad by Sayaka Murayama, who is graduating from AKB48
7	German irisHinatazaka46		Depicting unfinished emotions and a farewell to youth
8	When spring comesmiwa		Sing of the hopes and anxieties for the new season
9	Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover		Unforgettable songs of youth, the emotion of setting out on a journey
10	Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue		Season of farewells, courage for the next step
11	I feel like taking the long way home.Nogizaka 46		Taking the long way is part of life; the shortest path isn’t everything.
12	I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu		'Touched by an Angel!' is a moving graduation song.
13	Cherry blossom petalsAKB48		AKB48’s debut song, an anthem cheering on farewells and new beginnings
14	Even I will cry.NMB48		Sayaka Yamamoto’s graduation single: a beautiful melody of parting and moving forward
15	Never ForgetMōningu Musume.		A graduation song of farewell and hope, singing of friendship
16	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		A moving song that makes you reflect on the meaning of graduation
17	Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO		A coming-of-age song by SHISHAMO that captures the emotions of graduation
18	HarukaYOASOBI		The moving lyrics of “Haruka” that encourage graduation
19	Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46		Singing of the bittersweet feeling of graduation and of love in the season of cherry blossoms
20	See you.o nyanko kurabu		Onyanko Club's graduation song becomes a big hit
21	Even though it’s springKashiwabara Yoshie		A classic song that portrays springtime parting and the changing of the seasons
22	It’s okayji ma ma		A heartwarming classic by jimama from Okinawa
23	Joined handsMINAMI		A coming-of-age ballad that holds hands and heads toward the future
24	This is me ~Poem of Promise~RIKU		RIKU writes an original poem of self-affirmation
25	BFFMrs. GREEN APPLE		A heartwarming song that portrays the distance and bonds between friends.
26	Embrace the presentsatō moka		A wistful song that embraces the present at graduation
27	Thank youikimonogakari		The moving song “YELL” by Ikimono-gakari
28	Waiting for flowersKihara Rui		A ballad imbued with Atsu Mizuno’s wish for a reunion
29	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		“Tabidachi no Hi ni” is a masterpiece brimming with pure love.
30	What I want to tell you before graduationerica		A moving song woven from graduation and romance
31	I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko		Inoue Sonoko’s famous song that sings about feelings of graduation
32	To the futureKiroro		Songs of graduation and departure, moving masterpieces that inspire emotion
33	A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru		A bouquet for you, a song of compassion and love
34	Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster		A youthful and beautiful harmony graduation song
35	YELLikimonogakari		A moving ballad that accompanies graduation, a song of hope
36	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		Singing of the brilliance and embarrassment of youth
37	Best FriendNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s heartwarming song about friendship
38	Sakuraayaka		Ayaka’s graduation song “Sakura,” a moving piece that resonates with the heart
39	pupilŌhara Sakurako		An inspiring song that sings about youth and dreams
40	Prologue.Yuika		An emo graduation song by a popular high school girl singer on YouTube
41	Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya		A bittersweet coming-of-age graduation song that resonates in the heart
42	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		An anthem of encouragement that resonates with women’s hearts, giving them the courage to move forward
43	The season of farewellSHISHAMO		Popular among teens, SHISHAMO delivers a poignant song that depicts love.
44	Graduationsaitou yuki		Yuki Saito’s debut song “Sotsugyou” is a masterpiece.
45	To my dear youInoue Sonoko		A heartfelt song packed with memories of youth
46	Take off the uniform and say goodbye…Nogizaka 46		Graduating from uniforms: a step into youth and a farewell
47	GIVE ME FIVE!AKB48		AKB48’s famous song that resonates with graduation memories
48	graduation songwhiteeeen		A moving song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of graduation
49	Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48		The appeal of emotionally rich songs characteristic of Japan
50	Best FriendKiroro		A classic youth anthem that sings of friendship and gratitude, resonating in the heart.
51	threadNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece ballad depicting the bonds of life
52	Every single minute and second, you and IHoneyWorks meets Sufia		A song of youth, a tune that immerses you in memories
53	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		An anthem of tears and bonds, courage for a new challenge
54	Graduation PhotoMatsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya’s classic song “Graduation Photo”
55	On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon		Aimingyon’s love song resonating on a spring night
56	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		Yorushika’s song of hope, a cheering anthem that heals the heart
57	My WayMirei Touyama		A powerful song that soothes the anxiety of a new path
58	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		AKB48’s clear and heart-touching masterpiece
59	Sakura PhotographHatsuboshi Gakuen		A ballad for the season when cherry blossoms dance, an emotional song
60	Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		A letter to my past self, a soul-cleansing song
61	MemoriesNiziU		A song of friendship to give during graduation season
62	HEART BEATYOASOBI		A moving song depicting the growth and hopes of young people
63	The ringing beginning of a dreamkyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary’s graduation song expresses parting and a new world.
64	My friendMiyuhan		A heartwarming classic with lyrics about friendship and graduation
65	Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone		A graduation song depicting excitement and emotion for the future
66	spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira		Kaf’s song that gently sings of the coming of spring and graduation
67	GarnetOku Hanako		The heartwarming theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
68	My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster		A moving song that conveys friendship through singing
69	CorrectRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS Graduation Support Song
70	Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A heartfelt song filled with gratitude
71	Before the cherry blossoms bloomkinoko teikoku		Kino no Teikoku’s Graduation and Farewell Cheer Song
72	Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī		A song that sings of youthful memories before graduation
73	When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika		Cherry-hued petals dance: a beautiful singing voice and scene
74	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A moving song that portrays the bittersweetness of youth and the emotions of parting
75	sentimentalculenasm		A guitar piece that beautifully portrays the past and regret
76	spring skySuzuki Suzuki		Suzuki Suzuki’s classic that celebrates the start of spring
77	Kadode no Ippo (feat. CHICO CARLITO)ASOBOiSM		A moving work that sings of the hope and anxiety of taking a new step
78	my graduationSPEED		SPEED's graduation song, a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart
79	GraduationZONE		A masterpiece that sings of graduation memories and hopes
80	graduation songerica		Erica’s graduation song depicting friendship and farewell
81	Heralding springyama		yama’s graduation song resonates with young people
82	SAKURAikimonogakari		A graduation song about parting with the cherry blossoms and stepping forward with hope
83	Azure Swimnishina		A touching song that captures the experiences and emotions of youth.
84	Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei		Hoshimachi Suisei’s song conveys youth and friendship
85	Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi’s new song gives students courage and hope
86	We againSG		An inspiring masterpiece perfect for listening to during cherry blossom season
87	secret base 〜What You Gave Me〜ZONE		Classic graduation songs that sing about youthful memories
88	bouquetarban & crhug		A moving graduation-season song, a bouquet of memories
89	Futabaaimyon		A song of support for turning 18, a hymn to the courage to face forward
90	SAKURA GoodbyeSCANDAL		An early signature work by SCANDAL that portrays graduation
91	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		A moving masterpiece filled with gratitude for graduation
92	10-year cherry blossomsAKB48		A heartwarming anthem of encouragement that portrays graduation and parting
93	BeginningChekikko		Youth songs that color the graduation season
94	To you, my best friend in the worldHakoniiwa Ririi		Hakoniwa Lily's bittersweet graduation song
95	pedestrian overpassNogizaka 46		A young person hesitantly taking a step toward the future
96	cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto		A Farewell of Youth and Cherry Blossoms: A Soul-Stirring Masterpiece
97	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		A masterpiece that depicts the gentle light of spring and a wish for reunion
98	Graduation PhotoArai Yumi		A classic of youth and memories, painted with a gentle singing voice
99	Sakura, You, and Ituki.		A poignant graduation song with a cherry blossom motif, singing of memories.
100	To tomorrowHirosue Ryōko		A moving ballad that sings of graduation memories
101	Graduation -GRADUATION-Kikuchi Momoko		A ballad that portrays the bittersweetness of youth and growth
102	It’s goodbye, but it’s not goodbye.yamadakatsutenai Wink		A classic spring song, a moving tune that accompanies the graduation season
103	Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri		In the spring where cherry blossoms dance, gently singing the emotions of graduation.
104	Photo of three peopleKiroro		A heartfelt graduation song woven by high school classmates
105	Goodbye Memoriessupercell		A graduation song with dancing cherry blossoms, bittersweet memories of unrequited love.
106	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s “TOMORROW” is a song of courage
107	Sakura AleAdachi Kana		A positive song featuring a powerful singing voice and depicting a farewell to a friend