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

Thanks, Sakuraaidoringu!!!

Idoling!!! / Sakura Thank You

This is the 19th single released in February 2013 by Idoling!!!, a group born from a Fuji TV program that drew attention for its uniquely individual members.

Featuring the bright, sprightly sound of acoustic guitar, the song is a fast-paced pop tune that adds a cheerful touch to the season of farewells.

Created as the group’s first graduation song, its forward-looking lyrics focus less on sadness and more on expressing gratitude with a heartfelt “thank you.” Written and composed by Shinya Tada, it garnered strong support at the time, reaching No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

A unique highlight of the music video is the members portraying a girls’ rugby team.

It’s a track you’ll want to play when you need a gentle push as you head into a new life in spring.

Goodbye, Secret Baseshiritsu ebisu chūgaku

Goodbye, Secret Base

A song that uses a childhood hideout as its motif to portray parting and the preservation of memories.

It’s included on Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku’s seventh full-length album, “Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku,” released in March 2022.

Kenta Aloha handled the lyrics, composition, and arrangement, imbuing the song with a distinctive feel in the density of its words and the flow of its melody.

The lyrics are sprinkled with expressions tied to physical sensations—like embracing and checking answers—that convey the urgency of time that can’t be reclaimed, while also holding a determination to move forward.

It’s been performed live and has grown into a song that fosters a strong sense of unity in the venue.

A gently resonant number that’s perfect for graduation season, as you look back on days with friends and take your next step forward.

I heard the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 1st ALBUM track 'I Heard the Sound of Cherry Blossoms Blooming' MV [YouTube ver.]

When you sense the arrival of spring, doesn’t the everyday suddenly start to sparkle? This work vividly portrays the beginning of love that visits at such seasonal turning points.

It’s a refreshing number sung by =LOVE, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

Included as the lead track on the May 2021 album “Zenbu, Naisho.” it topped the Oricon weekly chart.

The expression of “the sound of cherry blossoms blooming”—a sound we shouldn’t be able to hear—brilliantly overlaps with the shock of falling in love.

In the music video, the rapid costume changes that transform the members’ outfits in an instant became a hot topic, visually conveying a sense of “blooming.” As you dive into a new environment this season, adding it to a video compiling precious memories will surely give your footage an even more dramatic flair.

April 1King&Prince

Shigatsu Tsuitachi

With the group now a duo and even establishing a new company in May 2024, King & Prince continue to take on fresh challenges.

This track, included on their album “STARRING,” is a breezy pop number written and composed by Yoshiki Mizuno of Ikimonogakari.

Built around the unique concept of a “theme song for a fictional film,” it deepens its appeal by linking with a visual world themed on time loops.

The message—encouraging us to savor the present moment, including the excitement of a new beginning and even those complex feelings that are hard to put into words—really hits home.

It’s a perfect song for days when you need the courage to step into a new environment, or for a spring day when you want to share a laugh with someone special.

my graduationSPEED

SPEED / my graduation -Music Video-

This song by SPEED, the dance and vocal group that blazed through the late ’90s, is a gem of a ballad that colors the season of spring farewells and new departures.

Although the word “graduation” never appears in the lyrics, it portrays the journey into adulthood through the time spent together and the end of a romance, stirring the hearts of listeners.

Released as a single in February 1998, it was also beloved as the commercial song for Nissin Foods’ “Nissin Yakisoba U.F.O.” Featured on the album RISE, it has remained a staple of the graduation season over the years.

While it embraces the anxiety and loneliness of stepping onto a new path, it also stays close to those seeking hope for the future.

How about immersing yourself in its melody, filled with the brilliance of youth, and reflecting on your precious memories?

Good Luck!SixTONES

SixTONES – Good Luck! [YouTube ver.]

The title track of SixTONES’ eighth single, released in November 2022.

Created as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “Hajime wa Paa,” starring group member Jesse, this piece is a cheer song for everyone chasing their dreams.

Its message—laugh off your failures and keep moving forward—is delivered over a bright, exuberant sound.

Just listening gives you a boost, making it the perfect source of courage during the anxiety- and tension-filled season of new beginnings.

The song was widely embraced, debuting at No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Ranking.

As we head into this time of year, why not add it to the playlist for your next challenge?

Sakura peek℃-ute

℃-ute “Sakura Chirari” (MV)

A cute number marked by an offbeat rhythm that evokes the warmth of spring and a melody line tinged with a touch of Japanese flavor.

It’s the memorable first major-label single released in February 2007 by °C-ute, a skilled group selected from Hello! Project Kids.

The release debuted at No.

5 on the Oricon weekly chart, making headlines as the first debut single by a female idol group to reach the Top 5.

Interestingly, there’s an anecdote that an alternate version themed around “snow” existed during production, which might make the song resonate even more when listened to at the turn of the seasons.

It’s a springtime tune that makes your heart dance—perfect for moments when you want to feel the excitement of a new season.