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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 Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026] (171–180)

Anthem of Our Sinful SelvesPrison Boys

2015-08-05_Prison School ED Theme_Prison Boys (cv: Hiroshi Kamiya, Katsuyuki Konishi, Kenichi Suzumura, Daisuke Namikawa, Kazuyuki Okitsu)_Hymn of Our Sinfulness_Audio Preview

Our Anthem of Sinful Us: Prison Boys

The ending theme of the anime Prison School.

A wonderfully silly song earnestly sung by popular male voice actors.

Its straightforward lyrics, packed to the brim with the overflowing desires of adolescent boys, leave a strong impression.

When performing it, don’t snap back to your senses or get embarrassed halfway—just barrel through to the very end.

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Nana-iro Biyorinano.RIPE

[Official Video] nano.RIPE – Seven-colored Weather – Nanairo Biyori

Nanairo Biyori nano.RIPE

It’s the opening theme of the anime Non Non Biyori.

Its refreshing, light rhythm is pleasant and lifts your spirits.

I think it’s a song that can be easily reproduced even with a simple band setup.

It would suit an outdoor stage on a sunny day.

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Color of Flowersnano.RIPE

nano.RIPE “Hana no Iro” PV Full Size (TV Anime “Hanasaku Iroha” Opening Theme)

Hananoiro nano.RIPE

It’s the opening theme of the anime Hanasaku Iroha.

It was released in 2011 as the third single by the rock band nano.RIPE.

The brisk four-on-the-floor rhythm is striking—an easy-to-groove-to, feel-good Japanese rock track.

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You Gotta Love Me!Kato*Fuku (Emiri Kato & Kaori Fukuhara)

Kato*Fuku (Emiri Kato & Kaori Fukuhara) / “You Gotta Love Me!” (Short ver.)

You Gotta Love Me! Kato*Fuku (Emiri Kato & Kaori Fukuhara)

This is the ending theme of “When Supernatural Battles Became Commonplace.” The keyboards and synth are a bit busy, but the other parts are simple and easy! It would be super cute when sung by a group of girls, don’t you think? Go ahead and charm that special boy with an adorable performance!

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Interstellar FlightRanka Lee

“Interstellar Flight” — Ranka Lee (Megumi Nakajima)’s various “Kira☆!”s

Interstellar Flight Ranka Lee

This is a song that was used as an insert song in the anime Macross Frontier.

If you bring in the class idol-type girl as the vocalist, it’s sure to get everyone hyped.

The phrase and pose “Kira!” became a hot topic with this song, so be sure to try copying them.

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Live Performances [2026] (181–190)

Speculative MythologyFairy Empire

[Official Video] Yousei Teikoku – Kuusou Mesorogiwi – Fairy Empire “Fantasy Mesorogiwi”

Kūsō Mesorogii Yōsei Teikoku

It was used as the opening theme for the anime Future Diary.

The song conveys a dark atmosphere and a heavy weight.

The drums in particular are really cool! If you’re performing it live, try preparing outfits that match the mood of the song.

The visual aspect matters too.

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Aim to be a Pokémon MasterRika Matsumoto

Aim to be a Pokémon Master

Aim to Be a Pokémon Master Rika Matsumoto

It’s the opening theme of the anime Pokémon.

It’s a legendary anime song.

There’s some pretty tricky guitar cutting and a solo part, but let’s nail it perfectly and win that girl’s heart.

Be sure to put care into crafting the bass tone, too.

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