Fun and exciting! Dance songs that hype up cultural and school festivals [2026]

Joyfulikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “Joyful” dance, sports day, Pocky commercial, school festival

If you’re looking for a fun track anyone can dance to, we recommend “Joyful.” Released in 2009 by Ikimonogakari, a musical unit that has led the J-pop scene since the 2000s, it was featured in Ezaki Glico’s Pocky commercial.

The colorful, addictive band sound will hook you, and Kiyoe Yoshioka’s humorous flow is downright exciting.

The hand-swinging dance that goes with the repeated chorus phrase is sure to light up any school or culture festival! It’s a catchy number that’s easy even for dance beginners.

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Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

MOMOCLOID: Let's Go! Phantom Thief Girl - Tried Dancing [Mirrored Version]

If you want to capture the attention of the entire student body with an energetic dance, we recommend “Ikuze! Kaitō Shōjo.” It was released in 2010 by the girls’ group Momoiro Clover Z, known for delivering acrobatic performances to their listeners.

The track was produced by music producer Hyadain (Kenichi Maeyamada).

It’s an uptempo song with a dynamic, glamorous melody.

Their passionate and cute vocals are absolutely heart-throbbing.

Once you’ve learned the choreography, try focusing on powerful, positive movements.

You’ll be able to turn your culture festival or school festival stage into a live concert venue!

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ReiwaGōruden Bonbā

Golden Bomber “Reiwa” easy-to-see choreography video

Golden Bomber, the air band that shot to fame with “Memeshikute,” released their first single of the Reiwa era, aptly titled “Reiwa.” Right after the new era name “Reiwa” was announced on April 1, 2019, they quickly produced and released the music video, which drew a lot of attention.

There’s no difficult choreography at all—in fact, it’s so simple that even audience members with zero practice can jump in right away.

Costumes could be vibrant kimonos like the Gold Bomber members wear! Above all, the most important condition for dancing to this song is to have fun.

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Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā

Golden Bomber “Memeshikute” Music Video

If you’re looking for a song that will excite the entire student body, “Memeshikute” is perfect.

Released in 2009 by Golden Bomber, a visual kei air band that brings smiles to listeners with humorous performances, it features a dazzling, fast-paced band sound and the powerful, emotional vocals of Sho Kiryuin.

They’re also famous for their free-spirited, theatrical antics as an air band.

If you love entertaining people, we recommend using this song as BGM and coming up with a fun project.

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Planet LoopNayutan Seijin

[Reversed & Back View ver.] Planet Loop - I Tried Dancing [Yuno] dance/practice use

An irresistibly catchy and cute tune, ‘Planet Loop.’ It’s a track by NayutalieN, a Vocaloid producer also known for providing songs like ‘Meteo’ and ‘Gingira Galaxy.’ With a poppy, refreshing melody that makes your body start moving just by listening, and gentle choreography that kids and adults alike can dance to, it’s a recommended pick for anyone looking for an easy dance number.

There are plenty of dance cover videos, so you can practice thoroughly while watching.

It’s also hugely popular among the Vocaloid generation!

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Rat-tat-tatSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

‘Rat-tat-tat’ Official Music Video / Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE

This track became a hot topic as the song for “Zombie de Dance” at Universal Surprise Halloween held at USJ in 2019.

The move where you bend your wrists and move both hands up and down is easy for anyone to imitate! So it’s a great idea to get not just the performers but also the audience involved and dancing along.

At USJ’s Halloween, the zombies danced to this routine, so it could be fun to do it in a zombie costume too! It’ll be even more exciting if students and audience members all join in together!

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loveHoshino Gen

Koi Dance Choreography (Mirrored) Full Version [Nigehaji]

If you’re looking for a song that lets both performers on stage and the audience dance together, “Koi” is a great choice.

Released in 2016 by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, who is also active as an actor, it was used as the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu).

Many of you may know the “Koi Dance,” which became a hot topic thanks to the drama and its music video.

The track features a crisp sound reminiscent of soul and funk.

Although it’s up-tempo, the dance isn’t difficult if you learn it phrase by phrase.

Try performing the cute and humorous choreography in the interlude at your school or culture festival.

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