Koshien Songs & Theme Songs: Iconic Tracks and Fight Songs That Support High School Baseball Players
There may be quite a few people who don’t watch much professional baseball but always cheer for high school baseball every year, right? Seeing those players devote themselves wholeheartedly to the game is truly moving and gives us courage.
Speaking of high school baseball, the theme songs for broadcasts and documentary programs—often handled by different artists each year and drawing attention—are something fans care about, too.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs closely associated with Koshien, from the spring and summer Koshien theme songs to the historical theme songs of broadcast and documentary programs.
They’re all classic tracks that color the youth of high school ballplayers, so be sure to listen while recalling those unforgettable scenes.
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Songs and Theme Music of Koshien: Iconic Tracks and Fight Songs Supporting High School Ballplayers (61–70)
See OffBRAHMAN
This track from BRAHMAN is the perfect anthem for summer, don’t you think? Within its raw hardcore punk energy, it carries the aching feelings of seeing someone off at a parting or a departure, as well as profound questions about human existence itself.
Included on the landmark indie release “A MAN OF THE WORLD” from September 1998, it sold over 600,000 copies.
It’s also beloved as a high school baseball fight song—schools like Joso Gakuin have played it from the Alps stands at Koshien, fueling the heat of the battles.
When this song overlaps with the sight of ballplayers chasing the white ball in the summer tournament, it’s sure to make the cheering even more intense.
And if you’re taking on a big goal, it will definitely give you a powerful push forward.
Dear…TSUNAMI
A passionate, fast-paced sound that shakes the listener’s soul resonates in your chest.
The fervor of the ballplayers single-mindedly chasing the white ball and the irreplaceable moments shared with their teammates vividly come back to life.
Featured on the single “Taiyo/Dear…” released in August 1997, this song served as the theme for TV Asahi/ABC’s “Netto Koshien,” heightening the emotion of countless memorable scenes.
When you want to awaken memories of summer, or when you want to cheer on someone giving their all, it will surely be there by your side.
Monkey Turn (SG RUSH Championship Final)Jintosio
This song by Jintosio was originally known as the jackpot BGM from the Monkey Turn pachislot.
Its fast-paced melody and piercing high trumpet notes instantly grab the listener’s heart and stir a “Alright, let’s go!” feeling.
Adopted in 2011 as a chance theme by a pro baseball team, it later became a beloved staple cheer song at Koshien from around 2016, sparked by performances from schools like Narashino High School.
It’s truly the perfect anthem for those peak moments—powerfully pushing players striving for victory and uniting the Alps stands as one.
PhotographEXILE ATSUSHI feat. Tokyo Sukaparadaisu Ookesutora Hoon Sekushon
It’s the song chosen as the theme for Nettō Kōshien in 2023, so if you were closely following high school baseball, you probably heard it many times.
The vocals are by ATSUSHI, the singer who serves as EXILE’s lead vocalist, and the horn section from Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra took part in the performance.
On top of that, members of LIL LEAGUE joined on chorus, making it a truly star-studded track.
The lyrics, which sing of the days and feelings built up for the summer tournament, are genuinely moving.
Glass BoyKinKi Kids
One of KinKi Kids’ signature songs, released in July 1997, it explores the fragility and bittersweetness of youth, portraying a boy’s heart as delicate as glass.
The refreshing vocals and nuanced delivery blend beautifully, depicting the journey of growing up while carrying the pains and conflicts of love.
It was selected as the entrance march for the 70th National High School Baseball Championship in 1998.
Despite its darker atmosphere, the song stands out as a cool track with a catchy, instantly familiar melody line.
This is my way of life.PUFFY
A gem of a pop tune that expresses the joy and gratitude found in everyday life with a lively rhythm and catchy melody.
This work sings refreshingly about the wonder of living with a positive outlook.
The courage to move forward as yourself without fearing failure, and a caring heart for those around you, resound powerfully alongside a youthful vocal.
After its release in October 1996, it became a major hit, topping the Oricon charts for three consecutive weeks, and it also drew attention as the song for Shiseido Tissera’s TV commercial.
Furthermore, it was selected as the entrance march for the 69th National Invitational High School Baseball Tournament in the spring of 1997, coloring the departure of hopeful high school ballplayers.
It’s a song that gently yet firmly supports those striving toward their dreams and those about to take a new step forward.
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
This is a song by singer-songwriter Mayo Okamoto, which was also chosen as the entrance march for the 68th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament (Senbatsu).
It’s a staple not only in sports settings but also as a support song for anyone striving toward their goals, calling out that people become stronger by overcoming difficulties one by one.
It’s a perfect fit for situations like practicing with teammates toward a goal or facing the sorrow of times when results don’t come.
