[Farewell Party Songs] From hidden gems to the latest hits: a collection of classics to color the moment of parting
Many people likely hold farewell parties during the season of goodbyes and send-offs at schools and workplaces—whether for graduations, retiring from clubs and circles, transfers, or resignations.
Music is essential for these moving moments! Some of you may be struggling to choose background music to liven up the atmosphere or songs to accompany videos played at the venue.
In this article, we’ve carefully selected Japanese songs that are perfect for farewell parties where gratitude and congratulations are shared.
They’re all classic tunes befitting a fresh send-off, so please use them as a reference.
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[Farewell Party Songs] From Hidden Gems to the Newest Hits: A Collection of Masterpieces to Color the Moment of Parting (41–50)
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GReeeeN’s “Mikata” is a song filled with a message of empowering friendship and mutual support.
Since their debut in 2002, their musical journey has transformed a wide range of emotions and experiences into song after song.
This track portrays a relationship where people overcome fights and failures, accepting each other—including their flaws—making it a perfect choice for a farewell gathering.
Listeners will feel the connection with friends who acknowledge differences and support one another.
“Mikata” reminds us how important we are to each other, offering warmth and strength at the moment of parting.
My NoteSukima Suichi
The song chosen as the theme for the animated film Doraemon: Nobita’s Dinosaur 2006 was Sukima Switch’s “Boku Note.” The title originates from the phrase “boku no oto” (“my sound”) woven into the lyrics.
There’s an anecdote that, because it was written specifically as a theme song for Doraemon, they wanted the title to have a sound reminiscent of a secret gadget.
Although the lyrics don’t include a direct phrase like “Do your best,” it’s a gentle, comforting cheer song that naturally gives you a little push, isn’t it? It’s a track that can move anyone’s heart at any time, so consider choosing it as background music for a farewell party.
Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy
Kaiju no Hanauta (Monster’s Love Song), sung by Vaundy, created a buzz when it was performed live on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen broadcast on December 31, 2022.
It’s also featured in Maruha Nichiro’s “New Chinatown Series” commercial starring actor Ryusei Yokohama, so many of you may have heard it.
It’s a mysterious number whose impression changes depending on the listener—you can imagine the “monster” as yourself or someone else, and it can feel like either a love song or a fight song.
In any case, it’s so energetic that just one listen will lift your spirits! Be sure to pick it as background music for a farewell party or a message video, and send them off on a high note without getting too sentimental!
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
This song is characterized by its warm vocals and lyrics that resonate deeply.
Released by Hikaru Utada in April 2016, it is known as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Toto Nee-chan.” Centered around piano and strings, the arrangement conveys a sense of gentleness and warmth.
The work explores themes of gratitude and parting with a loved one, and is said to reflect Utada’s feelings toward her mother.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to at life’s turning points, such as graduations or retirements.
Even if we forget springaibii karaa
Here is a dramatic spring song by Ivy Color, a four-piece mixed-gender rock band.
With gentle vocals floating over the sound of an acoustic guitar, this track softly embraces the loneliness and sadness of graduation.
It might be the perfect song to give you strength at the very moment you take a new step forward.
STARTING OVERLittle Glee Monster
Among Little Glee Monster’s songs, one that’s cherished as a graduation track is “STARTING OVER.” Released in 2020, it portrays friends who spent so much time together setting off on their own paths toward the future.
Though they go their separate ways, the lyrics carry the message that they’ll surely meet again down the road—something that deeply resonates in moments of departure.
It’s perfect to give to friends at graduation, or as background music for farewells when colleagues transfer or change jobs.
Its bright tone that avoids becoming too sentimental is another strong point.
Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
Haruga Kite Bokura is a refreshing rock number by the rock band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN.
With its poppy, approachable vibe and driving sense of speed, it’s a rock tune that many people are likely to enjoy.
How about adding their quirky, idiosyncratic rock sound—full of twists and turns—to a page of your memories? It’s the perfect song for those who want to send someone off on a bright note!