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

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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] (151–160)

EndrollKamiyama Yagi

Yoh Kamiyama – End Roll [Music Video]

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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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Hoshino Takashi

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Into the lightkessoku bando

[Lyric Video] Kessoku Band “Into the Light” / TV Anime “Bocchi the Rock!”

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The song stirring up buzz as a new track by the band Kessoku Band from the anime “Bocchi the Rock!” is “Into the Light.” It was first performed at an offline anime event and spread by word of mouth.

The lyrics capture the protagonist’s soaring feelings as she revels in music.

If you love music, you’ll likely relate to it.

And if you watch the series and learn about the band, you’ll enjoy it even more.

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lip synckurokobu

Kurokosubi / Lip Sync -OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO- from New Album “dig saw”

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Lip Sync, selected as the ending theme for the anime RON KAMONOHASHI: Deranged Detective, was released in 2023 by the rock band Kurokoppe, known for delivering songs with a vibrant, pop-tinged worldview.

It portrays the genuine emotions that arise when standing at the threshold of new days, conveying a message to companions who are moving toward the future together.

Even amid hurt and sadness, it depicts pushing forward while believing in the hope that lies ahead.

With lyrics that capture this resolve, the rhythmic performance of the three-piece band rings out in this catchy rock number.

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Chihayafuru YOUTHFUL FULL

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This is the first opening theme of the TV anime Chihayafuru.

Although Chihayafuru revolves around competitive karuta, it also portrays romantic elements and complex human relationships.

The lyrics of this song are packed with the series’ appeal.

Its youthful sound is sure to resonate especially with junior high and high school students.

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On the edge (chop)B’z

B'z / Giri Giri Chop

On the edge (chop)B'z

It’s the opening theme of the anime Detective Conan.

Despite being an anime song, it’s a hard-rock number—and incredibly cool! Since it’s one of B’z’s signature tracks, it’s well-known even among people who aren’t into anime music.

If you can play this perfectly, you’ll definitely be a hero.

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Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu

E-girls / Odoru Ponpokorin

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It’s the first ending theme of the anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

I bet some people danced to it at recitals or sports days.

If you do a band arrangement, it’ll definitely be a hit.

It also works as a dance track.

The nonsensical worldview of lyrics by Momoko Sakura is really amusing.

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Cultural Festival/School Festival Live Performances [2026] (161–170)

I want to shout that I love you.BAAD

I want to shout that I love you – BAAD (Full)

I want to shout that I love you.BAAD

The opening theme of SLAM DUNK.

It’s a work loved not only in Japan but around the world.

There must be many international students who love anime, so how about forming a multinational band to cover it? Let’s all sing it together and get pumped up!

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