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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[Koshien Songs & Theme Songs] Beloved Anthems and Fight Songs Supporting High School Ballplayers (71–80)
Summer is just getting started!fukumimi
Fukumimi’s “Natsu wa Korekara da!” served as the unified theme song for Asahi Broadcasting’s “2008 Summer High School Baseball.” It features a stellar lineup of Office Augusta artists, including Kyoko, Masayoshi Yamazaki, Shikao Suga, Chitose Moto, and Motohiro Hata.
The harmonies crafted by these distinctive artists are simply superb, giving you the sense that the drama of summer is just beginning.
It’s a breezy, encouraging anthem that colors and cheers on your summer of dedication—whether it’s club activities or any passion you’re pursuing.
Even if, even ifRyokushokushakai
A song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai that served as the official MBS theme for the 93rd National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament in 2021.
Since some band members’ alma maters were baseball powerhouses, they created this coming-of-age cheer song by recalling “the days when we drew strength from watching them give their all.” From the conversational tone of the opening verse to the chorus’s rousing message of encouragement, it’s a track that lifts your spirits.
It’s a number that conveys the power of music—resonating not only with high school baseball players sweating it out with single-minded dedication, but with everyone who keeps striving day after day.
I just can’t give up.GENIC
It’s a heart-pounding anthem that portrays a heroic figure who stands back up, even after falling, crashing into walls, and getting covered in mud.
This rock track by the dance and vocal group GENIC was released in June 2025 and was chosen as the ending theme for the final episode of the TV anime “Catch Me at the Ballpark!” Both the lyrics and the sound convey a strong determination to never give up on one’s dreams, even in the face of setbacks.
It’s a motivational song that gives a push to anyone striving with everything they’ve got.
Cat’s EyeAnri
With a cool, fast-paced melody that feels like tearing through the city at night, this song has an instant, irresistible allure.
Released as a single in August 1983, it became a major hit as the theme song for the anime Cat’s Eye.
It was performed at that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and in the spring of 1984 it was selected as the march for the 56th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
Using an anime theme at Koshien was groundbreaking at the time and created a huge buzz, so many of you may remember it.
It’s a classic that propels people toward their goals and stirs the passion they carry within.
YOUNG MAN (Y.M.C.A.)Saijō Hideki
With a surging passion that stirs listeners’ hearts, Hideki Saijo’s striking vocals make this piece a perfect anthem for anyone chasing their dreams! Released as a single in February 1979, it was also included on the album “YOUNG MAN / HIDEKI FLYING UP.” In the spring of the following year, 1980, it was chosen as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, sending a courageous song resounding through Koshien.
When this song plays, it feels like you can overcome any challenge!
Both For YouUrufuruzu
This piece was created as a theme song for high school baseball, which brightens the hot summer.
It brilliantly captures the passion and youth of the players at Koshien.
Ulfuls’ bright, energetic sound perfectly matches the atmosphere of summer high school baseball.
Released in July 2007, it was selected as the unified theme song for that year’s summer high school baseball tournament.
It is also included on the album “KEEP ON, MOVE ON.” The lyrics convey deep feelings for a loved one and the fervor that burns within limited time, resonating with listeners’ hearts.
It’s a recommended track not only for high school ballplayers, but also for anyone who feels nostalgic for their youthful days.
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.