[Sports Day] A roundup of popular Japanese songs perfect for mass performances [Athletic Festival]
Mass games are a staple event at school sports days and athletics festivals.
They’re large-scale marching performances where participants change formations in sync with the timing.
When everyone moves in perfect harmony, it feels great—not just for the audience, but for the performers too!
This time, we’ve put together a list of popular Japanese songs that are perfect for mass games.
The key point in choosing tracks is that the speed matches the movement.
We’ve selected songs that make it easy to keep your steps brisk and rhythmic!
We hope you find the perfect track to match your vision!
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[Sports Day] A roundup of popular Japanese songs perfect for mass performances [Athletic Festival] (21–30)
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A perfect song for mass games performed at major school events like sports days and athletic festivals is “Gunjou.” It was released in 2020 by YOASOBI, a music duo known as a popular artist unit that rose to fame online.
With youth as its theme, the song’s bittersweet yet beautiful melody is moving.
From the A section to the B section, you can incorporate marching or light steps, and then switch to dynamic movements to match the grandeur of the chorus.
How about performing to this piece, which lets you express a variety of moods in a short time?
End and Beginningkariyushi 58
Kariyushi58’s song “Owari Hajimari,” released in August 2010, captured the hearts of many listeners.
Its lyrics, which depict fleeting emotions and precious moments in everyday life, are striking and resonate deeply.
It’s the perfect song when you want to create a moving atmosphere at a sports day or athletic festival.
The warm vocals and heartfelt melody enhance mass performance routines.
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
A song that can make a strong impression on the audience at an annual sports day or athletic festival is “Shin Takarajima.” It was released in 2015 by Sakanaction, a rock band known for delivering unique tracks grounded in electronica.
The song is an electro-pop piece that blends nostalgic yet fresh synth sounds.
Its rhythmical tempo stands out, and once you get the hang of it, you can create movements with a strong sense of unity.
It’s also a great idea to incorporate the dance they perform in the music video.
CharacterRyokushokushakai
It’s an anthem of youth that celebrates staying true to yourself.
This work from Ryokuoushoku Shakai is included on their album “Actor,” released in January 2022.
Featuring arrangements that incorporate elements of soul and funk, it draws you in with its rhythmic groove.
The lyrics carry a message that boosts self-esteem, leaving listeners feeling positive.
Used as music for a mass performance, it can foster a strong sense of unity among all participants.
Turing Love feat. SouNanawo Akari
It’s a love song that portrays romance from a science-oriented perspective! It’s a collaboration between Nanawo Akari and Sou, released as a single in February 2020.
The song was used as the ending theme for the anime “Science Fell in Love, So I Tried to Prove It.” The lyrics, which try to express romantic feelings with mathematical formulas, are unique and absolutely cute to listen to.
The fun melody and pop sound really stand out.
Let’s all get hyped with this youthful track!
A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly
This is one of Superfly’s signature songs, a grand, sweeping track about great love that’s also a wedding BGM staple.
The gentle emotions of conveying love to someone special come through strongly in the calm rhythm.
If you use it for a mass performance, incorporating large, expansive movements into the choreography to express the magnitude of love could help convey the song’s message.
It would be great to reflect not only tender affection but also the passionate love that can be felt in the vocals in the performance.
To Us Who Were Once GeniusesCreepy Nuts
With its profound lyrics and emotionally powerful melody, Creepy Nuts’ “To Us Who Were Once Geniuses” is a perfect song for kids from about the upper grades of elementary school.
The tempo ramps up toward the chorus, so viewers won’t be able to take their eyes off the children’s strong, expressive performance.
By incorporating the same movements while changing formations, it could match the melody and turn into a cool, mature dance.
It’s also recommended for mass performances!
