[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)
A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY
Singer-songwriter HIPPY, whose straightforward lyrics strike a chord.
“A Cheering Song Dedicated to You,” included on his 2017 release HomeBase ~Arigatou~, is a number that sends encouragement to everyone giving their all.
Having devoted himself to baseball since childhood, his songs are now used as walk-up music by professional players.
The lyrics, which cheer on the three years of club activities that are about to begin, give you strength when you feel like giving up.
Why not let his voice, overflowing with love for humanity, soothe your soul?
Yell for TomorrowHey! Say! JUMP
It’s a fast-paced track from Hey! Say! JUMP.
It will encourage everyone taking their first step into youth.
The lyrics, filled with positive messages, acknowledge your anxieties while giving you a push toward a hopeful future.
Released in September 2014, this song also became well-loved as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Suikyu Yankees.” The season of school entrance brings a mix of excitement and nerves.
Listen to this song, and you’ll surely be able to hold your head high and take a bold new step.
Receive this cheer from Hey! Say! JUMP, and let’s all take a step toward tomorrow!
breakthroughSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER is a four-piece rock band that gives you hope to live each day.
Their 2020 release “Toppakou” was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP.
Their straightforward, piercing rock sound will boost your energy on the way to and from school.
The lyrics they write give you the courage to overcome obstacles when you stumble.
If you’re feeling anxious as the new school year begins, try listening to their music, which faces everything head-on.
Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s “Haruga Kitekureba” is a spring song evident from its title.
Released in 2018 as the band’s 14th single, it also served as the opening theme for the anime March Comes in Like a Lion, making it popular across a wide audience.
Its fresh, springlike melody and lyrics are exciting and uplifting.
I especially recommend it to anyone feeling anxious about fitting into a new class or making friends.
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.
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.