[2026] Recommended Entrance Ceremony Songs for Junior High Students: Popular J-POP Roundup
Slipping on a brand-new uniform and stepping through the school gates feeling a little more grown-up—the junior high school entrance ceremony is a special day filled with both excitement and nerves.At such a milestone moment, what gently stays by your side are moving entrance songs that resonate with the heart.Cheer songs that give you a gentle push and J-pop classics that express hope for the future have the power to turn anxiety about a new life into excitement.In this article, we introduce a wide range of recommended tracks perfect for the junior high school admission season—from buzzworthy new releases to long-beloved standards.We hope you’ll find them useful for BGM at entrance ceremonies or for karaoke with new friends you’ve just gotten close to!
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[2026] Recommended Entrance Ceremony Songs for Junior High School Students: Popular J-POP Roundup (41–50)
swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu
On the still-unfamiliar walk to and from school, you naturally want to listen to songs that make walking fun.
“Tsubame,” released in 2021 by YOASOBI with Midories, is perfect for strolling through town in a buoyant mood.
Chosen as the theme song for NHK’s “Hirogare! Irotoridori,” it became a hot topic.
In addition to Ikura’s beautiful vocals, the voices of Midories—a group formed by elementary school students—are soothing.
It’s a song that makes you realize that each person you’ll meet at school from now on is someone precious.
Kimi Monogatarilittle by little
It’s a passionate youth anthem with the message: decide your own life for yourself.
It’s a perfect entrance song for junior high students, who are gradually growing up.
When you feel like you’re being swept around by something, it’s just right for reaffirming the importance of having a firm core.
Kimisidai TrainONE OK ROCK
The classmates and clubs you’re about to encounter are still a clean slate, full of possibilities.
Kimi Shidai Ressha, a song that can inspire hope in your school life, is a number we want junior high students to hear.
It’s included on ONE OK ROCK’s 2011 release Zankyo Reference.
While the band is known for their heavy, powerful sound, their uplifting lyrics are also a must-hear.
As new graduates of elementary school, you’ll be in a position to make many decisions for yourselves.
This song, which makes you feel you can courageously take on anything, will be there to support you.
SignalWANIMA
WANIMA’s song “Signal” is perfect for a fresh start.
Featured on their 2018 major-label debut album “Everybody!!,” this track is a true cheer for every junior high school student taking a step into the future.
New friends, unfamiliar environments, the excitement of joining clubs—so many things await, and a whirlwind of emotions comes with them.
In those moments, these lyrics are sure to resonate with new students.
With WANIMA’s trademark powerful, positive message, take your first step into your new life.
MatasaburōYorushika
Having graduated from elementary school and grown a little closer to adulthood, you may sometimes feel lonely or isolated.
In those moments, “Matasaburo” will be by your side.
Released in 2021 by the rock band Yorushika, it was created based on Kenji Miyazawa’s novel “Matasaburo of the Wind.” When you start junior high school and struggle with relationships in your class or club activities, its refreshing lyrics can lighten your heart.
If you’re a student who likes Vocaloid or band sounds, be sure to give it a listen!
Song of DepartureMr.Children
Mr.
Children have many famous songs, but when it comes to entrance ceremony songs, I think this is the one.
It features a warm melody that evokes spring and lyrics full of kindness.
It gently stays by the side of anyone feeling anxious about new environments or relationships and offers encouragement.
Full-Power BoySukima Suichi
It’s Sukima Switch’s fifth single, and with this song they made their first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
As the title suggests, it’s a track that evokes the image of a boy charging full speed toward the future, and even in anxious moments of a new chapter in life, it gives you a push and fills you with courage.