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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026]

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

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!

[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Cultural Festival Live Performances [2026] (121–130)

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SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] 5th single『gravityWall/sh0ut』DIGEST

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It was used as the second opening theme for the TV anime Re:CREATORS, which aired in two cours in 2017.

The heavy band sound, anchored by drums that lay down a solid, weighty rhythm, is overwhelming.

The chorus is irresistibly satisfying, too.

True to the title, there are shouted phrases as well, making it a track that really sticks in your ears.

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Star paintingsajou no hana

[sajou no hana] “Hoshie” (Music Video)

Star painting, sajou no hana

It was used as the ending theme for the 2018 anime Sirius the Jaeger.

The group drew considerable attention for being formed around the popular composer Sho Watanabe.

It’s a dreamy, floating piece that blends band sounds with the ethereal tones of synthesizers.

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Say My NameHEY-SMITH

HEY-SMITH – Say My Name【OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO】

Say My NameHEY-SMITH

Say My Name, released in 2023 by HEY-SMITH, a punk band from Osaka Prefecture, was featured as the ending theme for the Tenjiku Arc of the anime Tokyo Revengers.

It delivers a vibrant rock sound built on passionate punk and melodic hardcore, intertwined with a horn section.

The lyrics, which resonate with the story depicting characters’ emotions as they move between past and future, are also noteworthy.

It’s a fast-paced track that sings of a heroic figure who keeps fighting for their dear friends and for themselves.

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GOLDPEOPLE 1

TV anime “Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage” PEOPLE 1 “GOLD” opening non-credit footage

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GOLD, performed by the rock band PEOPLE1, was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage.

Its lyrics, which feel like a gentle whisper, echo the story of the protagonist—who cannot hear or speak—setting off on an adventure after gaining a true friend.

The exhilarating melody is sure to spark your spirit of adventure! It’s a song that energizes you and moves you to tears—why not experience it together with the anime?

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Lives [2026] (131–140)

bad fool logicUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Ikkenai Fool Logic” MV

No-good fool logic UNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is a rock band known for creating numerous anime theme songs.

Their 2023 release “Ikenai fool logic” was selected as the opening theme for the anime Ron Kamonohashi: Deranged Detective.

The song perfectly matches the story, which focuses on the relationship between a protagonist aspiring to be a detective and a police officer.

With a jazzy band sound enhanced by a dazzling brass section, Kosuke Saito’s versatile vocals unfold dynamically.

It’s a pop number overflowing with a worldview that depicts friends and companions joining forces and pushing forward toward the future.

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PlanetariaFujifabric

TV anime “My New Boss Is Goofy” opening sequence | Fujifabric “Planetaria”

Planetaria Fujifabric

Fujifabric is a three-piece rock band that has overcome numerous challenges and continues to perform energetically today.

Their single Planetaria, released on October 25, 2023, was chosen as the theme song for the TV anime My New Boss Is Goofy.

The lyrics, filled with kindness that ties in with the anime’s story, warm your heart just by listening.

It’s a pop tune that lifts your spirits, with a refreshing, piano-featured ensemble that feels wonderfully comfortable.

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EndrollYoh Kamiyama

Yoh Kamiyama – End Roll [Music Video]

Endroll Kami Yagi

Singer-songwriter Yoh Kamiyama, who began his music career as a Vocaloid producer under the name “Yuki Acid” and made his major-label debut in 2020.

His seventh digital-only single, “Endroll,” which was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation, also drew attention for featuring members of the band Hitorie in the recording.

The hysteric rock ensemble creates a thrilling atmosphere that links with the anime’s world, doesn’t it? It’s a powerful rock tune with an aggressive arrangement that amps up the tension.

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