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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] (221–230)

dramaticBase Ball Bear

Base Ball Bear – Dramatic

dramaticBase Ball Bear

This is the song that was the opening theme for the anime “Big Windup!”.

Since the drums and bass are simple, the guitar’s sense of rhythm becomes crucial.

When practicing as a band, it’s recommended to use a click track.

Let’s deliver the best groove with four-on-the-floor in the chorus.

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lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

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GREEN APPLE’s songs, with their refreshing rock sound and youthful spirit, are perfect as hype-up anthems for school festivals.

This track was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “Oblivion Battery,” which began airing in April 2024, expressing a forward-looking feeling with a driving, exhilarating sound.

The lyrics convey the desire to find beautiful moments within limited time, along with themes of self-acceptance and growth, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s a recommended song for those who want to step into a new world or savor the very heart of youth.

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My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

This is the song that was used as the theme for “Your Name.” released in 2016, and it became a huge topic.

It’s a track that’s full of RADWIMPS’ signature youthful vibe.

The guitar phrases might be quite challenging for beginners, but if you can pull them off, it looks really cool!

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WANDS “Bold” MV

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The song WANDS released digitally in January 2024 was also released as a CD single in April and was chosen as the theme for a special edited edition of Detective Conan—one to watch.

The lyrics convey a strong resolve to confront nightmares under the moonlight and an unwavering passion to win the heart of a loved one, making it a rock track that radiates a determination to protect a jewel-like presence.

While Shibasaki Hiroshi’s guitar parts are, of course, top-tier and may be difficult to replicate, the overall arrangement is relatively simple, so with solid practice you should be able to capture the feel.

This is the kind of song that, performed on a school festival stage, could both tickle the hearts of those in love and express the fiery spirit of youth.

It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser live!

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Tower of FlowersSayuri

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

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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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SID “delete” (TV Size Edit)

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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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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for Cultural and School Festival Live Performances [2026] (231–240)

to clear up (weather)Yorushika

Yorushika – Haru (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

to clear up (weather)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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