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[High School] Perform at the Cultural Festival Live! A Collection of Exciting Japanese Band Songs

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When it comes to classic events at high school culture festivals, live performances are a must!

Some of you might have even formed a band just for this day.

And maybe hearing a band at a culture festival inspired you to start playing an instrument yourself.

In this article, we’ll introduce the perfect Japanese band songs to perform at culture and school festivals!

From cool tracks to emotional numbers, every pick is sure to hype up the crowd.

Be sure to read to the end and choose the songs that best fit your band!

[High School] Perform at the school festival live! A roundup of crowd-pleasing Japanese band songs (41–50)

Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES

Noragami ARAGOTO OP theme THE ORAL CIGARETTES “Kyouran Hey Kids!!” Music Video

Frenzy Hey Kids!!THE ORAL CIGARETTES

Since their major debut in 2014, THE ORAL CIGARETTES have captivated countless live audiences with sultry vocals and highly addictive songs.

While their aggressive, dark-tinged tracks are especially popular, they also occasionally deliver mellow, gentle ballads—an irresistible contrast that wins over many fans.

Among their repertoire, this song in particular stands out for its aggressive, high-energy vibe.

The intro features a striking harmony between a fast, single-note guitar riff and a fiercely undulating bassline, followed by Takuya Yamanaka’s charismatic vocals.

Nailing a perfect cover of this track right off the bat may not be easy, but if you can play it with style, it’s guaranteed to fire up the crowd as a killer tune.

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NorseShingāzuhai

Singer’s High “Nulls” Music Video

NorseShingāzuhai

Rather than sweet words, I want love to be shown through concrete actions.

Infused with that heartfelt wish, Singers High’s track explores the theme of emotional mismatch in romance.

It captures the complex feelings where deep affection and frustration for the other person intertwine, conveyed through high-tone vocals and a powerful band sound.

Released as a digital single in June 2022, it was also included on the mini-album “Melody,” released in November of the same year.

The song gained traction on social media and has become popular, especially among younger listeners.

Its breathtaking arrangement—where the band sound gradually builds in step with the emotional swell—makes it a perfect finale piece for a school festival band!

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I don’t want to get out of my futon.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai

Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai 'I Don’t Want to Get Out of the Futon'

I don’t want to get out of my futon.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai

A track by Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai, known for their everyday-life-themed loud rock, included on the single “Fuyuban” released in January 2018.

The song expresses the feeling of not wanting to get out of bed, vividly capturing the emotions of a cold morning.

The contrast between the comical lyrics and the heavy sound is addictive.

It gained attention with a collaborative music video featuring the popular character “Koupen-chan.” It spread on Chinese social media and racked up over 10 million views.

Be sure to play it with plenty of energy!

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ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE「ANTENNA」Official Music Video

ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s song “ANTENNA” is packed with a refreshing, youthful charm.

It’s the lead track from the album “ANTENNA,” released in July 2023, and its lyrics about self-acceptance and hope for the future really hit home.

While each part is fairly challenging, it’s definitely worth taking on.

It’s the kind of song that will add color to your memories of youth.

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migratory bird[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

migratory bird[Alexandros]

Renamed from [Champagne] in 2014, the four-piece rock band [Alexandros] has since torn through the J-pop scene as a rock act everyone knows.

Their 10th single, Wataridori, released as a double A-side with Dracula La, became a major hit that landed numerous tie-ins, despite being their major-label debut track.

From the exhilarating opening guitar riff to the driving, fast-paced ensemble, it’s a perfect fit for a student festival that looks toward a bright future.

It’s also a simple song to perform, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleasing rock tune for any school festival stage.

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Distortion!!kessoku bando

TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” ending video / “Distortion!!” #KessokuBand

Distortion!!kessoku bando

Kessoku Band is a group formed by the characters in the TV anime Bocchi the Rock!, which depicts the band activities of high school girls.

In 2022, they actually released an album as Kessoku Band titled “Kessoku Band,” which dominated the Oricon and Billboard charts and became a big hit.

It’s packed with songs that are perfect for school festivals.

Among them, “Distortion!!,” used as the anime’s first ending theme, is especially recommended because its simple chord progression and mid-tempo 8-beat make it easy to tackle.

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KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – KICKBACK

KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who is taking the J-POP scene by storm with music that is innovative yet never loses its originality.

His 13th single, “KICK BACK,” written as the opening theme for the TV anime Chainsaw Man, also drew attention for featuring Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu on arrangement and performance.

With not only intricate arrangements but also frequent key changes, it’s a song that requires tight ensemble work whether you’re playing solo or as a band.

Its powerful, fast-paced energy makes it a modern rock tune that’s guaranteed to fire up a school culture festival for his generation.

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Hoshino Takashi

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