[2026] Recommended Anisongs for Middle Schoolers: Theme Songs and Insert Songs from Popular Anime

I love you soooo much!HY

TV Anime “The Girl I Like in Okinawa Is Too Dialect-Heavy, It’s Painful” Non-Credit OP | HY “Dai Dai Daisuki”

It’s a song by HY that feels like a pleasant Okinawan breeze blowing through! The cheerful tones of the sanshin blend beautifully with a lively rock sound, and just listening to it lifts your spirits.

It’s the opening theme for the TV anime “The Girl I Like in Okinawa Speaks Too Much Dialect, It’s Tough,” and is included on the album “TIME,” released in January 2025.

The melody and lyrics capture the sweet-and-sour flavor of youth and those fleeting moments of poignancy, and the straightforward “I love you!” feelings toward a special someone come through clearly.

Perfect for a refreshing mood boost on a summer drive!

Flower of the battlefieldCHiCO with HoneyWorks

Flower of the Battlefield / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

“Senjō no Hana” (“Flower of the Battlefield”) was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “May I Ask for Just One Last Thing?”.

Its lyrics vividly depict inner impulses and conflicts, along with a strong determination to break free, and it stands out as a fiery rock number that differs from CHiCO with HoneyWorks’ usual heart-throbbing pop sound.

The guitar-driven, full-bodied production and CHiCO’s powerful vocals convey passion and defiance directly.

If you’re gearing up to face challenges, be sure to give it a listen!

POP LIFEFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE

POP LIFE

A song by FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE released in October 2025 as the opening theme for the anime “Yano-kun’s Ordinary Days.” It’s a refreshing pop tune that captures the small joys and subtle emotional shifts of everyday life.

Set to a bright, poppy melody, it delivers those casual moments—like unexpected bits of luck hiding in an otherwise trivial day.

With vocals that balance sweetness and coolness, the track has a buoyant, light-footed feel.

Give it a listen when you’re looking to add a little color to your daily routine.

Shall we stay together?HOKUTO

HOKUTO – Shall We Stay Together, Just the Two of Us (Official Music Video)

A song released under the solo name of Hokuto Yoshino, who is also active as a member of THE RAMPAGE.

Selected as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Futari Solo Camp, this work brims with warmth as it depicts peaceful moments spent in nature.

Its acoustic sound, tinged with country flavor, blends with R&B elements to evoke the sense of freedom of the outdoors.

It’s a perfect track for a calm weekend or for spending unhurried time with someone special.

Ash[Alexandros]

Ash

Released in September 2025, this song by [Alexandros] was written specifically as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Kijin Gentosho.” Characterized by a dark, weighty atmosphere conveyed entirely through English lyrics, it harmonizes beautifully with the grand narrative of a demon-man traveling through different eras.

The powerful guitar riffs and spatial sound design are also striking.

Immerse yourself in the expansive world of this Japanese-style fantasy.

Adult Chick Childrenyama

yama 'Adult Chick Children' Music Video

A high-velocity arrangement that grabs your ears—the opening theme for the TV anime “SANDA.” yama’s razor-sharp vocals confront the universal question: What does it mean to become an adult? Simply growing older doesn’t make you one, but having youth doesn’t make you a child either.

The song vividly captures the struggle with change and the pains of growth.

It will be available digitally in October 2025, with a CD release in December.

Don’t miss the chance to experience yama’s undeniable coolness!

Offering (sacrificial victim) -nie-Yoshino

[Official MV] Sacrifice - nie - / Yoshino

A song by Yoshino released in October 2025 as the opening theme for the TV anime “I Want to Eat You, Inhuman.” It portrays searing emotions that waver between loneliness and obsession, between devouring and being devoured, set to a theatrical rock sound.

Yoshino’s vocals move between edgy power and delicate nuance, highlighting the work’s beautiful worldview.

I imagine many listeners will relate to the bittersweet feeling of yearning for someone even while carrying loneliness.