Youthful songs recommended as theme songs and openings for cultural and school festivals
Music that makes school culture festivals even more special.
It can boost excitement as BGM for stage performances, as a theme song, or as an opening track.
In this article, we’ve picked recommended Japanese songs and J-pop perfect for culture festivals and school festivals.
From tracks that refresh your mood, to songs overflowing with youthfulness, to tunes that capture the momentum of a great start—there’s plenty to choose from! Create unforgettable memories with a colorful soundtrack to match.
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[School Culture Festivals] Youthful songs perfect for theme music and openings (71–80)
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
This song served as an insert track for the film “Your Name” and is now so popular that hardly anyone hasn’t heard it.
With a fast-paced, exhilarating intro and an explosive chorus, it rivals any other staple opening song and is sure to lift the spirits of everyone present.
BREAKOUTSnow Man
A rock tune by Snow Man that expresses a life-or-death resolve to protect a loved one, set to powerful guitar riffs and a vibrant, driving beat.
With its exhilarating sound and energetic dance performance, it inspires courage and hope in the face of adversity.
Released in July 2024, the song serves as the theme for the film “Akabane Honoko’s Bodyguard,” starring member Raul, and its high-impact music video—shot over the course of more than 14 hours in total—also generated buzz.
It’s the perfect track to create an uplifting atmosphere at school festivals and cultural events, or to cheer on friends striving toward their dreams.
Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi
Grey and Blue, sung by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu with Masaki Suda as a guest vocalist.
It’s a song about boys who spent their childhood together, grew up, drifted apart, and then experience a miraculous moment when their paths overlap.
The poignant melody and the chord progression that highlights it are so distinctive that the moment you hear it, you think, “Ah, that’s Kenshi Yonezu”—as expected.
Kenshi Yonezu and Masaki Suda—though they belong to different categories—show how an incredible song can be created when two outstanding artists come together.
Youthful Songs Perfect for Cultural and School Festivals: Great for Theme and Opening Tracks (81–90)
StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE
As the title suggests, it’s perfect for kicking off a school or cultural festival! It’s a song by the rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, included on their 2015 mini-album “Variety.” It was featured in a Kao commercial and became a hot topic.
The sound surges forward with unstoppable momentum—so exhilarating! It leaves you feeling refreshed and clear-headed.
The lyrics also carry a wonderful message that makes you realize you’re not alone.
festivalFuji Kaze
Matsuri is the perfect song to kick off a school culture festival or campus festival with everyone buzzing with excitement.
It’s included on singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze’s 2022 album LOVE ALL SERVE ALL, and he’s known for his technical piano playing.
The modern sound colored by traditional Japanese instruments is seriously addictive.
You can savor his soft, airy flow that meshes perfectly with the rhythmic tempo.
The festival-themed lyrics make it ideal for opening a major event.
If you’re looking for ideas for dances or performances, definitely give it a listen.
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
A perfect coming-of-age song for culture and school festivals where everyone can forget everyday stress and get fired up is “Boku no Koto.” Known for portraying the delicate emotions of youth, the rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE released it in 2019.
It was also chosen as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
This soulful rock ballad features sweeping strings.
It offers encouragement to those doing their best while struggling with club activities and studies.
It’s the ideal number for key moments like award ceremonies and endings.
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
“Tamashii Revolution,” which was also selected as the soccer theme song for the 2010 season, is one of Superfly’s most popular tracks as a rousing, hype-boosting anthem.
Its powerful vocals and uptempo, cool melody will lift your spirits the moment it plays as an opening song.
It’s highly recommended as a theme song for memorable school festivals and cultural festivals.
