[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026]
Speaking of anime songs, they’ve become mainstream in the music industry recently, haven’t they?
If you look at music charts, it’s not unusual to see anime theme songs lined up at the top.
In this article, we’ll introduce popular anime songs that are sure to hype up your school festival for those who want to perform anisongs and get the crowd going!
We’ve selected not only the latest hits, but also classic favorites and songs that are easy for beginner bands to cover, so use this as a reference when choosing your setlist!
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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Cultural Festival and Campus Festival Live Performances [2026] (101–110)
The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Blue Spring Ride (Ao Haru Ride).
Even aside from being an anime song, it’s listened to by many people.
Its refreshing and beautiful phrases are striking, and the keyboard and piano play major roles.
It also seems well-suited for a wind ensemble arrangement.
10% roll, 10% romanceUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
It was chosen as the opening theme for the 2017 summer anime “Welcome to the Ballroom.” The lyrics have a very distinctive worldview, and the brisk, driving rhythm is striking and feels great to listen to.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play again and again.
If you’re a three-piece cover band, definitely give it a try.
HEROESBrian the Sun
Brian the Sun is a four-piece rock band that won popularity with songs adding a unique twist to classic guitar rock, but went on hiatus in 2020.
Their major-label debut single, “HEROES,” was used as the ending theme for the TV anime My Hero Academia, helping to bring the band widespread recognition.
Its driving, straight-ahead beat and passionate melody amplify a refreshing sense of closure and anticipation for the next episode—perfect for an anime ending.
It’s a gem of a rock tune whose cool band ensemble truly shakes the heart.
All the nameless thingsTogenashi Togeari
Togenashi Togeari is a rock band formed through auditions.
Their debut single, “Nameless, Everything,” used as the theme song for the anime Girls Band Cry, kicks off with an impactful opening and a cool rock sound that really amps you up.
The ensemble, woven with high-level musicianship, has a charm that’s sure to impress longtime rock fans.
It’s a cool rock tune that makes it impossible not to look forward to the band’s future.
Sacred Girl DomainALI PROJECT
It’s the opening theme of the anime Rozen Maiden Träumend.
It features ALI PROJECT’s signature complex, fast-paced sound and intriguingly niche lyrics.
It’s hard to sing well, but when it clicks, it’s a very cool song.
[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival/School Festival Live Performances [2026] (111–120)
Re:Re:ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
This is the theme song of the anime “Erased,” which aired from January to March 2016.
It’s such a hugely popular work that it was even adapted into a live-action film.
The repeated guitar phrase really sticks in your head.
By the way, there are both a 2004 version and a 2016 version of this song.
If you’re going to cover it, start by comparing the two and choose the one you like.
Demachiyanagi Parallel UniverseASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
Demachiyanagi Parallel Universe by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION—who have produced numerous anime songs—was written as the theme song for the anime adaptation of Tomihiko Morimi’s novel The Tatami Time Machine Blues.
Released in 2022 as their 29th single, it reached No.
9 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
It’s a high-velocity rock tune characteristic of AKFG, with rugged, hard-strummed guitars that sound incredibly cool.
If you’re struggling to pick a song for your school festival performance, you should definitely consider this one!
