Koshien Songs & Theme Songs: Iconic Tracks and Fight Songs That Support High School Baseball Players

Dear…TSUNAMI

『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.

Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE

Funabashi Municipal High School Blue and Summer Cheering Song Summer 2022 104th National High School Baseball Championship

A refreshing rock number by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE that straightforwardly portrays the budding feelings of love and the sparkle of youth that arrive with summer.

Its forward-looking stance—determined to make themselves the protagonists of their own story—and the faith in human connection, even while swayed by the complexities of relationships, strike a chord with listeners.

Released in August 2018 as the theme song for the film “Blue Summer: 30 Days of Love,” the track is also included on the album “Attitude.” It’s a song brimming with hope—one that, when played at the summer Koshien tournament, feels as though it powerfully supports the youths on the field in their moment of glory.

Monkey Turn (SG RUSH Championship Final)Jintosio

Narashino Monkey Turn Final Audio Cheering Song Spring 2019 91st National High School Baseball Invitational (Senbatsu)

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.

Odoru Pompoko RinB.B. Kuīnzu

B.B. Queens “Odoru Pompokolin ~ Chibi Maruko-chan 25th Anniversary Version ~”

This is a song that put smiles on faces across Japan as the ending theme of a beloved national anime, and in 1991 it also inspired high school ballplayers as the entrance march for the Spring High School Baseball Tournament.

With lyrics by Momoko Sakura that capture the joy of everyday life, and an irresistibly cheerful melody composed by Tetsurō Oda, it lifts the spirits of everyone who listens.

Released in April 1990, the song became a million seller and won the Pop/Rock category at that year’s Japan Record Awards.

It’s a cross-generational happy song that makes both children and adults want to sing and dance together.

There’s always tomorrowUrufuruzu & Re:Japan

Ashita Ga Arusa (Georgia De Ikimashou Hen)

“Alright, let’s give it our all again tomorrow!” This is a song of hope that gives you that kind of straightforward courage, brought to you by Ulfuls and Re:Japan.

Preserving the original’s warmth, their rendition shines with a new brilliance.

The Ulfuls version was released as a single in 2001, followed shortly by Re:Japan’s version; the latter topped the Oricon charts and was featured in TV dramas and commercials.

In spring 2002, it was selected as the march for the National High School Baseball Invitational, delivering a fresh, moving atmosphere to Koshien.

When you’re about to take a new step, this song will surely give you great strength.

TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu

TSUNAMI

A gem of a ballad by Southern All Stars.

From the piano’s beautiful melody that swells into a grand sound, to Keisuke Kuwata’s richly expressive vocals that sing of irrepressible love and the ache of heartbreak, it resonates deeply with listeners.

Released in January 2000, the song achieved a record-breaking 2.936 million copies sold.

In March 2001, it was also chosen as the entrance march for the Spring National High School Baseball Tournament.

When you want to reaffirm your unchanging feelings for someone special, or quietly look back on the past at night, this song will gently stay by your side.

Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI

Hikaru Genji - Paradise Galaxy (1988)

This is a classic by Hikaru Genji that seems to capture the very essence of youthful brilliance and even sparked a social phenomenon.

Just listening to it likely brings back memories of one’s younger days for many people.

Released in March 1988, the song won the Japan Record Award that year and was selected as the march for the 1989 National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

The lyrics, filled with the courage to challenge the unknown, ignite the hearts of young people across generations.

It’s the perfect anthem to powerfully push forward those who are earnestly striving toward their dreams.