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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.
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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/School Festival Live Performances [2026] (161–170)

Revolutionary DualismNana Mizuki × T.M.Revolution

Nana Mizuki × T.M.Revolution “Kakumei Dualism” Music Video (Full ver.)

Revolution Dualism Nana Mizuki × T.M.Revolution

The opening theme of the second season of the anime Valvrave the Liberator.

It’s a fast-paced track that perfectly suits the two vocalists with their overwhelming vocal prowess.

While every part is quite challenging, a confident band could perform it at a school festival and really wow the audience.

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the only personBomb Johnny

Bakudan Johnny “Yui Hitori (tadahitori) [Music Clip]”

Johnny the Lone Bomber

It’s the opening theme of the anime Ping Pong.

It’s a punk rock track you could call “pure,” with quite a lot of punch.

It’s more screaming than singing, so aim to blow the audience away with a wild, explosive performance.

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026] (171–180)

JOINTMami Kawada

Shakugan No Shana Joint Japanese Full

JOINT Mami Kawada

It’s the opening theme of the anime Shakugan no Shana II -Second-.

It’s a staple of anison rock, known for its sense of speed and emotional feel.

If you like heavier sounds, be sure to check it out.

By the way, the guitar and bass are in drop D tuning.

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If it's just the two of usBiSH

3D Kanojo: Real Girl Ss2 OP Full〈Futari Nara〉「BiSH」

If it's the two of us, BiSH

This song is by BiSH, the “punk band without instruments,” and was used as the opening theme for Season 2 of the anime 3D Kanojo: Real Girl.

It was released as a digital single in 2019.

The lyrics sing about feelings for a beloved person and emotions that overflow.

It’s a refreshing rock number that feels great to listen to.

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Tower of FlowersSayuri

TV anime “Lycoris Recoil” Non-Credit Ending Movie | Sayuri “Hana no Tou (Tower of Flowers)”

Hanano-to Sayuri

Lycoris Recoil is an anime that portrays the exploits of girls who secretly operate to prevent crimes before they happen.

Its ending theme is “Hana no Tou” (Tower of Flowers), sung by singer-songwriter Sayuri.

Released in 2022 as a digital-only single, it reached No.

5 on Billboard’s download chart.

Because it shares the same chord progression as TM NETWORK’s “Get Wild,” one of the most iconic anime songs of the Showa era, it’s been dubbed the “Reiwa-era Get Wild.” The progression—popularly known as the Komuro progression—is a classic, relatively easy to play, and recommended for beginners!

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deleteSid

SID “delete” (TV Size Edit)

Delete Sid

The opening theme of the anime The Seven Deadly Sins: Wrath of the Gods, “delete” by SID.

Some people may be inspired by visual kei and start a band.

How about performing this song—with its dark atmosphere and powerful band sound—at your school festival? If it’s too difficult to play, you can arrange it to make it a bit easier.

Once you get used to performing it, put some thought into your outfits and makeup, too.

If you can create a visual-kei-like darkness in your presentation, you’re sure to look cool on stage at the festival!

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to clear up (weather)Yorushika

Yorushika – Haru (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Haru Yorushika

This song by Yorushika—known for suis’s translucent vocals and n-buna’s evocative lyrics—was released in January 2024.

It was written as the opening theme for cour 2 of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.

The lyrics weave in various elements of nature to deftly express human emotions and hope.

It’s a track that gives you the courage to overcome anything, no matter the situation.

With its refreshing band sound, it’s sure to liven up your school festival.

Give it a try!

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