Support songs for the Japan national soccer team: a roundup of classic chants and past World Cup theme songs
Every time international matches are held, starting with the World Cup that comes once every four years, excitement sweeps across Japan.
One thing you can’t do without at Japan national team matches is the support songs!
From chants sung by supporters during matches to theme songs for broadcast programs, countless support songs have been loved over the years.
In this article, we’ll introduce chants sung during matches as well as past theme songs!
We’ll also share the original songs behind the classic chants, so be sure to give those a listen too.
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World Cup Broadcast Theme Songs (1–10)
IdentityDaikoku Maki
An uplifting anthem that sings about living powerfully.
A single written and composed by Maki Ohguro herself, released in May 2002.
Chosen as the image song for TBS’s soccer program, it helped fuel the excitement leading up to the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan.
While portraying an attitude of continually taking on life’s challenges, it conveys the emotions that sway between dreams and reality.
It offers strength to those who seek to forge their own path through sports.
CathartistRADWIMPS
A powerful cheer song that sings about ambition and the bonds with teammates who fight alongside you.
Created by RADWIMPS for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia and chosen as Fuji TV’s soccer broadcast theme song.
It debuted at No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Its structure is striking, unfolding from tension-filled rap into a bright, uplifting chorus.
It’s a track that strongly pushes not only athletes but anyone striving toward their dreams.
World Cup Broadcast Theme Songs (11–20)
ONE -for the win-NEWS
This is a cheer song infused with samba rhythms and a burning desire for victory.
Released by NEWS in June 2014 as their 16th single, it was chosen as the theme song for Nippon TV’s coverage of the Brazil World Cup that same year.
Its powerful message—believing in the team’s bonds and aiming for victory—is delivered over an up-tempo sound.
Perfect for those who want to share their passion for soccer with their teammates!
CampioneORANGE RANGE
This is a rousing support song that drew attention as the NHK broadcast theme for the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany.
Created by ORANGE RANGE, it features a powerful message that conveys passion for victory and the exhilaration of the match.
The lyrics, portraying players’ emotions and the spirit of fighting alongside teammates, capture the essence of sports.
Released as a single in May 2006, it topped the Oricon Weekly Ranking.
It’s also included on the album “ORANGE RANGE” and was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of Japan.
Highly recommended when you want to get pumped up!
FantasistaDragon Ash
It celebrates the wonder of living creatively alongside a passion for soccer.
Released as a single in March 2002, it is also included on the album HARVEST.
That same year, it was chosen as the broadcast theme song for the Japan TV network’s coverage of the Japan–Korea World Cup, and it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for two consecutive weeks.
The track features Dragon Ash’s signature, dynamic sound.
It’s perfect when you need the courage to charge toward a big goal or want to share an unforgettable moment with your friends.