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[High School Soccer Songs] A Collection of Support Songs for the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament
The All Japan High School Soccer Tournament is a dream stage that high school students nationwide aim for every year.
This historic tournament, which celebrated its 100th edition in 2021, has selected one theme song each year as a fight song since 1994.
In this article, we’ll introduce not only the songs that have been chosen as fight songs so far, but also other music related to the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
These are all passionate tracks that perfectly suit a stage where high school students shine, so they’re great not only as sports anthems, but also as songs to cheer on life and as youth anthems.
So, let’s dive in and take a look at the songs that have been selected!
[High School Soccer Songs] Support Song Collection for the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament (1–10)
Outlineimase
A powerful song that portrays young people’s challenges and growth.
Released in October 2024, it features beautiful strings, sing-along sections, and a driving beat.
Its grand, dramatic sound and unfolding progression are deeply moving.
Lyrics like “Run toward your goal” reflect imase’s high school experiences, carrying an emotional message that resonates.
The song was written as the official support anthem for the 103rd All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It’s recommended not only for those grinding through daily practice, but also for anyone facing hardships or stepping into a new challenge.
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE
“Boku no Koto,” chosen as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament held in 2018, was released in 2019 by the rock band Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, known for delivering music that showcases their rich musicality.
The song, which portrays the honest feelings experienced in youth, resonated especially with younger generations.
It depicts athletes who refuse to give up hope—both when matches and tournaments go well and when they don’t.
Its grand, expansive sound, incorporating marching band performance, conveys a warm message of encouragement.
Alongside Motoki Omori’s commanding vocals, it is a song that supports the hearts of all who strive.
one’s true feelingssumika
“Honne” was chosen as the support song for the 99th National High School Soccer Championship in 2020.
It was written by sumika, a rock band known for delivering songs that resonate with people’s everyday lives.
The song portrays the honest feelings of athletes working hard in their clubs and cheers on the days they’ve persevered without giving up, no matter the difficulties.
From the A-melody sung like a soliloquy to the chorus that expresses emotional intensity, its wide-ranging sound will give you strength.
It’s a track filled with messages that support the heart when you feel like giving up or losing courage.
Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster
Itsuka Kono Namida ga, which was chosen as the support song for the 96th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament in 2017, was included on Little Glee Monster’s 2018 album juice.
Performed by the vocal group known for their technical singing prowess, the song portrays the days of striving with friends toward dreams and goals, reminding us that all the effort we’ve put in is never in vain, regardless of victory or defeat.
It’s a ballad whose rich choral work gently rests close to hearts burdened with frustration or bittersweet feelings.
Give it a listen—a song that captures the bonds among club members who overcame both joyful and difficult times together.
GloriousBE:FIRST
A song by BE:FIRST created as the official cheer anthem for the National High School Soccer Championship.
Its dramatic ballad sound carries a message of support for those striving toward their dreams.
It sings about the importance of mutual respect between winners and losers, and the courage to walk your own path.
Released in November 2023, it energized the 102nd tournament.
Since members with soccer experience were involved in the production, it powerfully conveys the feelings of the players.
This track is sure to give you courage when you want to boost your morale before a match or when you feel like you’re about to stumble.
BeginningBLUE ENCOUNT
Hajimari (The Beginning), chosen as the support song for the 94th All Japan High School Soccer Championship held in 2015, was released in 2016 by BLUE ENCOUNT, a rock band active at numerous music festivals across Japan.
It portrays teammates pushing forward toward their shared goals and sings of players who bravely face any adversity.
The passionate band performance evokes the heat of an intense match and delivers a rousing cheer.
This rock number teaches that results aren’t everything—the days of striving together are what truly matter.
Connect!Misaka Saki
Saki Misaka is a singer who gained popularity through social media platforms like YouTube.
In 2019, when she was a first-year high school student, the song she performed, “Tsunage!” was selected as the support song for the 98th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It portrays the athletes who kept pushing forward in their club activities, even when faced with hardship during training for the tournament.
The band arrangement, unfolding at a slow tempo, offers comfort to tired hearts.
With her vocals imbued with emotional intensity, it’s a cheer song that gives you the courage to face the big stage.