[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 Culture Festival Lives [2026] (191–200)
When it shinesHitsuji Bungaku
Hitsuji Bungaku’s “Hikaru Toki” was written as the opening theme for the much-talked-about anime adaptation of the classic masterpiece The Tale of the Heike.
Released in 2022 as their seventh single, it features vocalist Moeka Shiotsuka’s emotive singing, and the band’s performance—crafted with a dreamy sound—really hits home.
Each instrument is played with a simple approach, making it perfect for a school festival performance.
If your band has a female vocalist, definitely give it a try!
INNOCENCEAoi Eiru
It’s a high-energy, fast-paced rock number.
It served as the opening theme for the anime Sword Art Online: Fairy Dance arc and is sung by Eir Aoi, a singer from Hokkaido.
Released in 2012 as her third single, its lyrics emphasize the importance of moving forward, leaving a strong emotional impression.
If you’re performing it with a band, pay special attention to keeping the tempo steady.
Little Charm FangIguchi Yuka
It’s the opening theme for the anime Strike the Blood OVA and Yuka Iguchi’s fifth single.
Unlike her previous cute and refreshing style, it features a fast-paced sound with a slightly darker atmosphere.
The lyrics, depicting various inner conflicts and carrying a hint of anguish, leave a deep impression.
LOVE ROCKETSThe Birthday
This is the opening theme of the film THE FIRST SLAM DUNK, which was released in December 2022 and became such a major topic that it could be called a social phenomenon.
The song was crafted by The Birthday, with Yusuke Chiba—who has long been active in Japan’s rock scene—on guitar and vocals.
It’s a rock tune with a dark atmosphere, characterized by Chiba’s husky, cool voice.
If your band’s vocalist has a husky tone, this is definitely a song you should try.
Also, since the intro layers the bass, drums, and guitar one by one, it could work well in a live setting to open the show with this track and have the members enter the stage one at a time.
[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festivals and Campus Live Shows [2026] (201–210)
CHAINSAW BLOODVaundy
Vaundy’s “CHAINSAW BLOOD” is all about those cool, heavy guitar riffs.
Released in 2022 as a digital-only single, it was used as the ending theme for episode 1 of the anime Chainsaw Man.
It’s the most rock-oriented track in Vaundy’s catalog, evoking bands like Nirvana and Mötley Crüe.
If your band likes a heavier sound, this is definitely a song you should try tackling!
sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN
It’s the theme song of the film “ONE PIECE THE MOVIE: The Adventure of Dead End,” a famous track by the renowned rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN.
Although it was released in 2003, its appeal hasn’t faded even today.
Let’s heat up the venue with its energetic sound.
Midnight RendezvousHello Sleepwalkers
It was used as the opening theme for Noragami.
The guitar riff from the intro is striking, making it perfect for showcasing guitar technique.
It’s technically quite challenging, so bands confident in their skills should definitely give it a try.