Youthful songs recommended as theme songs and openings for cultural and school festivals

Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento

[Pro Dancer Tried Dancing] Hai Yorokonde / Kocchi no Kento | YDK Apartment

This song features an up-tempo, catchy melody and a supportive message for those who feel life can be tough.

Riding on a light, lively beat, it gently asks us to value living true to ourselves.

Kocchinoken-to draws on personal experiences to craft positive lyrics that resonate with listeners and give them courage.

Released in May 2024, the track went viral on TikTok and also made waves through a collaboration with Sanrio characters.

The familiar “Giri Giri Dance” in the chorus brings the whole venue together, offering an irresistible dance break that makes everyone want to move.

With its bright vibe and uplifting message, this song is perfect for creating wonderful memories.

KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi

[Chainsaw Man OP] KICK BACK / Kenshi Yonezu – Tried Dancing [Bakekai]

The opening theme of the anime Chainsaw Man is packed with a sense of speed and fierce energy.

Crafted by Kenshi Yonezu with his unique sonic sensibility, it was released in November 2022.

The complex key changes woven from electro-rock and drum’n’bass create rollercoaster-like twists and turns, vividly portraying a surge of emotion.

The lyrics, which sing of the emptiness and hope of people striving to rise from rock bottom, would lend themselves well to the intense emotional expression of a cultural festival dance performance.

Unfinished SymphonyONE OK ROCK

[HD] ONE OK ROCK – Incomplete Symphony “Mighty Long Fall at Yokohama Stadium” LIVE

As the title suggests, this song expresses human immaturity and incompleteness.

The lyrics include phrases and expressions that reflect that theme, and it’s an uplifting track that gives you a push forward.

It’s perfect for the younger generation and would make a great opening song for a school or cultural festival.

LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Laughter [Official Video]

All of Official HIGE DANDism’s songs are super popular with students, aren’t they? Among them, this one tells the story of someone who’s decided to embark on a new journey, and its straightforward message is perfect for school festivals and cultural festivals! The lyrics are outstanding, so if your festival theme matches the song’s message, you should definitely choose it.

As for the sound, it has that signature HIGEDAN freshness, of course! On top of that, the song carries a grand, expansive feel, so I think it will serve perfectly as a theme song as well.

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Hane Keisuke

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U.S.A.DA PUMP

DA PUMP / U.S.A. (short ver.)

An anthem song that brought DA PUMP back in brilliant style.

It’s a feel-good, high-energy disco number that projects a fiery, soaring soul into the music.

Use it as the opening track and you’re guaranteed a huge burst of excitement—not just handclaps, but the “Ii ne” dance will break out too.

Youth Lineikimonogakari

Youthful Line♪ Ikimonogakari YOKOHAMA STADIUM 2011

Ikimono-gakari is a two-member band that launched activities under a new structure in 2021, and each member’s individual work is also drawing attention.

Their 6th single “Seishun Line,” released as a double A-side with “Natsuzora Graffiti,” was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Big Windup! The lyrics, packed with encouragement for those giving it their all, are perfect for a festival celebrating students sprinting through their youth.

With its refreshing melody and beat, this pop, upbeat tune will light up any event.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Our Futureieiri reo

Leo Ieiri - “Our Future” (Full Ver.)

This song showcases Leo Ieiri’s powerful high notes.

The lyrics feel like a message to young people with bright futures.

It’s perfect for a school festival opening and will become a precious memory for the kids as they set off on their own paths.