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