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

Let’s dance!NEW!Snow Man

Snow Man 'Odorouze!' Music Video

Released digitally ahead of its physical launch in February 2026, this track by Snow Man garnered attention as the theme song for the film “Specials,” starring Daisuke Sakuma.

It’s a party tune packed with a positive message to blow away everyday fatigue and anxiety—so everyone can laugh and dance together.

In April of the same year, it was also included on the group’s first triple A-side single, “BANG!! / SAVE YOUR HEART / Odorouze!” Dance along to its bright, liberating melody, and the whole venue is sure to come together in excitement.

It’s a perfect choice for anyone who wants to create the best memories with friends!

VoyageNEW!Ikuta Rira

Rira Ikuta “Voyage” Official Music Video

This is a relatable track whose message centers on the struggles and anxieties we face while moving toward our dreams and hopes.

Its dramatic melody opens up like a widening vista toward the chorus, paired with choral work that conveys the bond between friends.

It’s a piece by singer-songwriter Lila Ikuta, released in October 2025 as the required song for a high school dance video contest hosted by a morning news program on Nippon TV.

With a pop, driving beat that feels great, the song is structured with clear highlight moves that make it easy to dance to.

It’s perfect for everyone to learn the choreography together and dance as one.

If you synchronize with your friends and perform in harmony, your culture festival stage is sure to be filled with smiles and moving moments!

You don’t get it.NEW!WurtS

WurtS – You Don’t Get It (Official Audio)

This track by WurtS, a singer-songwriter and producer who’s been drawing attention, was released digitally in May 2021.

Also included on the EP “MAGICAL SOUP” and the first album “Once Upon a Revival,” it sparked a massive craze after going viral on TikTok.

Its driving melody and simple chord progression feel great, and the guitar-pop sound, tinged with a certain nostalgia, is irresistible.

The lyrics, which capture a sense of frustration, are highly relatable and make it easy to create a bond with the audience.

Play it on a school festival stage, and the whole venue is sure to break into a sing-along!

Youth FlagNEW!Novelbright

Our Youth Flag

Novelbright is a five-member band known for their powerful messages and exhilarating rock sound.

“Seishun-ki” (Youth Flag), included on their major-label first full album “Kaimaku Sengen” released in April 2021, is a motivational song written as a campaign track for Idemitsu Kosan.

It embodies the determination to keep moving forward even amid the hardships of the pandemic, with strong words that resonate deeply.

Portraying the resolve to overcome setbacks and make a fresh start, this piece is perfect for moments when you hit a wall while preparing for a school or cultural festival, or when you want to boost your class’s morale for the big day.

It’s a great choice for an energizing opening BGM that brings everyone together, as well as for stage performances.

Tontsukatan-tanNEW!Kureijī Wowuwo!!

Crazy Wow Wow!! "Tontsu Katan Tan" music video

A four-piece alternative pop-rock band affectionately known as “Kurewou,” Crazy Wow Wow!!’s track.

Released as a digital single in October 2025, it blew up thanks to the catchy choreography in its animated music video and took social media by storm.

The uptempo, high-energy beat combines with lyrics packed with onomatopoeia and call-and-response shouts to naturally put a smile on listeners’ faces.

Brimming with tricks to hype up a live crowd, this song’s charm lies in its power to unite the entire venue.

It’s a perfect pick for bands who want to enjoy handclaps and call-and-response with the audience.

Double Double FIGHT!NEW!CANDY TUNE

Baibai FIGHT!/CANDY TUNE [Osaka Toin Wind Ensemble]

CANDY TUNE is an idol group drawing attention with their pop, adorable performances and strong presence on social media.

Released as of April 2024, this work is an upbeat track featuring an up-tempo rhythm and powerful melody crafted by Tamaya 2060%.

It carries a strong message of affirming your past self and facing any challenge with positivity.

Sparked by video-sharing sites, it became a major hit and is now indispensable in their nationwide tours.

It’s a recommended number for school wind bands that want to fire up the crowd and feel united with the audience at cultural festival stages.

The world is smiling at you.NEW!Little Glee Monster

The world is smiling at you.

This work, released in August 2018 by the hugely popular vocal group Little Glee Monster, is also well known for being chosen as Coca-Cola’s annual image song! Its lyrics carry a bright, positive message, and the lively melody will make you want to clap along.

It’s also included on the album FLAVA.

Just listening to it will lift your spirits, making it perfect as BGM or for stage performances at school festivals.

If you sing and dance to it with your friends, it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory!