[Graduation Song] A tear-jerking track sung by an idol! A moving piece depicting friendship and gratitude [2026]

Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI

Hikaru Genji - Paradise Galaxy (1988)

A sparkling track that seems to invite you into a world of adventure filled with dreams and hope.

Lyrics by Ryo Asuka depict the pure hearts that only children possess and fantastical scenes, filling listeners with excitement.

Released in March 1988 as Hikaru GENJI’s third single, this historic hit won the 30th Japan Record Award and topped the year-end charts.

Their dashing image on roller skates became the envy of children at the time and sparked a social phenomenon.

Listen to it when you’re standing at the new starting line of school, caught between anticipation and anxiety.

It’s an eternal anthem of encouragement, beloved across generations, that gives you the courage to take a step toward a shining future.

You are the melody.AKB48

[MV full] Kimi wa Melody / AKB48 [Official]

An anniversary song that can truly be called monumental, created to commemorate the 10th anniversary of AKB48’s formation.

Amid a dazzling sound that evokes the arrival of spring, a bittersweet melody tinged with nostalgia intertwines—doesn’t it make your heart flutter every time you listen? Released in March 2016 as their 43rd single, this track drew major attention for featuring legendary graduates like Atsuko Maeda and Yuko Oshima.

The vividly colored music video, directed by Mika Ninagawa and inspired by “Ōoku,” is striking, and the song was also widely known as the theme for GYAO! commercials.

Why not pick it for karaoke with friends reuniting after a while, or when you want to bask in fond memories?

IchibanboshiSnow Man

Snow Man “Ichibanboshi” Rec Video

A cheering song that gently gives you a push while staying close to your weakness and doubt.

Included on the regular edition of Snow Man’s sixth single, “Brother Beat,” released in March 2022, this track quietly makes its presence felt with a message that seeps into the heart, even as the title song drew attention as the theme for the film Osomatsu-san.

It acknowledges that there are nights when you can’t even accept words of encouragement, that you don’t have to reject the version of yourself who ends up in tears, and it carefully scoops up such delicate emotions, ultimately arriving at the warmth of “you’re not alone”—a progression that resonates deeply.

The choral feel of the nine voices overlapping is also perfect for graduation scenes, where you can truly sense the bonds with your companions.

It’s a song that gently stays by the side of those who are anxious about a new environment or feel like things aren’t going well even though they want to do their best.

Color contacts winkAKB48

Color Contacts Wink Music Video / AKB48 63rd Single [Official]

This dazzling number was created as the culmination of Yuki Kashiwagi’s idol career, with Kashiwagi—who has long led the group—serving as center for the first time on her own.

You can practically picture the bittersweet scene of unrequited love, where feelings are conveyed not through words, but through glances and gestures.

Released as a single in March 2024, it was composed by Yoshimasa Inoue, the hitmaker behind numerous chart-toppers.

The melody, blending nostalgia and freshness, is sure to set listeners’ hearts dancing.

In the music video, a world surrounded by colorful flowers beautifully portrays the “life of an idol.” Perfect for the spring season, this work gently encourages those embarking on a new chapter.

It’s an ideal track when you want to immerse yourself in a classic idol song.

AlwaySNiziU

NiziU(니쥬) 「AlwayS」 M/V

A perfect NiziU song for expressing gratitude to someone special during the season of farewells.

It also made headlines for being written, composed, and produced by Motoki Ohmori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Unlike their previous pop image, this track is a sweeping ballad that lets you savor their vocals.

It was released for streaming in December 2024, included on the mini-album “AWAKE” released in February 2025, and was also chosen as a special song for the film “The Wild Robot.” Its heartwarming melody and the members’ emotionally rich vocals make it ideal for sharing a reflective mood at a farewell party.

Why not sing it with heartfelt sincerity for friends embarking on a new journey?

We ate cherry blossoms together.HKT48

[MV full] Sakura, We All Ate It / HKT48 [Official]

HKT48, the group based in Hakata, released their third single in March 2014—a pop number themed around springtime farewells.

Despite its bright, bouncy melody, it poignantly captures the bittersweet feelings that come with graduation and changing classes, giving it a mysterious charm that tightens your chest as you listen.

With the unique expression of “eating” a farewell, the song turns loneliness into a forward-looking strength.

Many people may recognize it as the ending theme for TBS’s “HKT48 no Odekake!” and as a Tokyo Monorail commercial song.

It was also a hit that made HKT48 the first female artist to debut with three consecutive Oricon Weekly No.

1 singles.

Perfect for the season of partings, it’s recommended for anyone who wants to take the next step with a smile.

Go, Sakura! / Cheer up, Sakura!THE SUPER FRUIT

THE SUPER FRUIT – Sakura Fure Fure [Official Music Video]

THE SUPER FRUIT is a boys’ group that champions a clean-cut, pure image.

Their second single, released in March 2023, is a springtime anthem that captures both the excitement and anxiety of the cherry blossom season.

In the rush of starting a new chapter, its gentle lyrics affirm that stumbling is okay, warmly wrapping listeners in comfort.

The song was also beloved as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “Buzz Rhythm 02.” With driving band sounds and a festive melody, this track gives you the courage to step into the future.

It’s a song brimming with positive energy—perfect to listen to as a cheer for yourself when your environment changes, like entering a new school or starting a job.