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[Farewell] A selection of moving, tear-jerking Japanese songs recommended for graduation ceremonies

[Farewell] A selection of moving, tear-jerking Japanese songs recommended for graduation ceremonies
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The graduation ceremony is held to bid farewell to cherished teammates and coaches.

It’s a major event where you look back on how hard you’ve worked so far and send off friends who are taking their next step.

For parents, it might also be a moment to reflect and think, “Our child has grown so much.” In this article, we’ll introduce moving, tear-jerking songs that are perfect for a graduation ceremony.

Please consider performing these classic Japanese tracks that celebrate new beginnings during the ceremony or using them as background music.

[Farewell] A selection of moving, tear-jerking Japanese songs recommended for graduation ceremonies (1–10)

Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Last Song [Studio Live Session]
Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism’s “Last Song” gently captures the moment of parting.

Drawing on the time the members left their hometowns as a springboard, it’s filled with the feelings they held while realizing their dreams.

Knowing this background makes the emotion in each lyric resonate more deeply.

If you listen to it together with friends at a graduation or send-off ceremony—a scene of new beginnings—you’ll surely reaffirm your strong bonds.

Its melody gives courage to everyone, helping them face forward and take the next step.

It’s a recommended ballad that adds even more color to a moving moment.

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Bye, my friendbokula.

bokula. – By My Friend - [Official Music Video]
Bye, my friendbokula.

A song perfectly suited for the milestone of kindergarten or school graduation is “Bye My Friend” by bokula.

Released in 2022, it conveys the sadness of parting and feelings of gratitude through a rhythmic melody.

While looking back on the youthful days spent with friends, it carries a message that encourages the steps to come.

Played at a graduation ceremony, it can help students, even through tears, smile and take a step toward the future.

Popular on TikTok, this song resonates as an anthem for students, adding color to the moment of farewell.

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GReeeeN is an unconventional group from Fukushima Prefecture who balance careers as dentists and artists.

Their 29th digital single, “Mikata,” released in 2022, was written as the theme song for the film “Haw,” which centers on the bond between humans and dogs.

The lyrics celebrate friends bound by a deep connection who will always be on your side, making it a great recommendation for graduation team ceremonies.

It’s a song that will bring tears when saying goodbye to teammates who trained and pushed each other, so definitely consider adding it to your setlist.

Hamada Takuya
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road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE

A heartwarming ballad by EXILE that continues to be loved as a landmark graduation song.

Its lyrics, filled with special memories, gratitude to teammates, and hope for the future, gently encourage graduating members as they take their next step.

Released as a single in February 2007, this classic is also known for becoming the 1,000th No.

1 song in Oricon chart history.

In addition to being used as the opening theme for Nippon TV’s “Ongaku Senshi MUSIC FIGHTER,” it has been familiar since December 2008 as the train approach melody at Keikyu Kanazawa-hakkei Station.

Perfect for expressing thanks to coaches and teammates! Brimming with emotion, it will help make your graduation ceremony an unforgettable memory.

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HarukaYOASOBI

YOASOBI 'Haruka' Official Music Video
HarukaYOASOBI

YOASOBI is a music duo that has gained popularity both in Japan and abroad for their unique concept of “turning novels into music” and their catchy, memorable sound.

Their sixth digital-only single, Haruka, which was selected as the image song for the Art Aquarium Exhibition 2021: Hakata Goldfish Festival, was created based on Osamu Suzuki’s novel The Moon Prince.

Its message of gratitude for past memories perfectly resonates with the feelings one has at a graduation ceremony.

With its light, upbeat sound and gentle vocals that soothe the heart, it’s a track that portrays an unchanging bond.

Hoshino Takashi
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Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa

If you want to give a push to friends striving toward their dreams, why not send them Road of Major’s major debut single and deliver a passionate cheer? Released in November 2004, this song is widely known as the opening theme for the first season of the NHK Educational TV anime “MAJOR.” It’s a rock number that conveys the passion of believing in the dream you’ve painted in your heart and living strongly as you wipe away your tears.

Loved as a walk-up song for professional baseball players and as a cheer song in high school baseball, it will surely inspire children taking on a new stage.

Play it as the moving climax of a graduation ceremony or as exit-scene BGM, and the entire venue is sure to be filled with warm tears and applause!

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horizonback number

This is back number’s “Suiheisen,” a song that conveys the desire for people to be compassionate not only toward others but also toward themselves.

Released digitally in 2021, it was created for students whose long-sought Inter-High tournament was canceled due to COVID-19.

We often fail to notice when our own hearts are being sacrificed because we care too much for others.

The song communicates a deep love that says, “Especially when it’s hard, please live by cherishing yourself.”

SAKI
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