[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 [School Festival] (31–40)
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
SEKAI NO OWARI’s bright, up-tempo “RPG” is a recommended song that’s easy to incorporate for elementary school students.
At the beginning of the song, expressing it by raising your hands high toward the sky may connect with the lyrics and make the performance more enjoyable.
For the chorus, use easy-to-remember choreography and repeat it so you can create a sense of unity even on a large field.
From around elementary school age, moving their bodies while understanding the lyrics helps children enjoy deeper expression.
Have fun giving it a try!
flower fortune-tellingVaundy
When it comes to songs that make your body move to a light, upbeat rhythm, “Hanauarai” fits the bill.
Released in 2021 by Vaundy, a singer-songwriter known for genre-blending production, it’s perfect for energizing large venues like athletic fields or gymnasiums.
With its brisk, radiant sound, it suits large group marches as well.
Incorporating the laid-back dance featured in the music video is a great idea, too.
Try performing to this catchy number that captures the refreshing spirit of youth.
horizonback number
If you perform a mass game to back number’s song “Suiheisen,” which lets you simply enjoy the expression, it seems like the whole venue will come together and get excited.
When changing formations and the like, I recommend doing it right before the chorus.
In the most exciting part of the chorus, by incorporating speedy movements in time with the tempo, I think you can put on a united mass game that gets everyone hyped.
Unite your hearts and do your best in the real performance with a healthy sense of tension!
SUNHoshino Gen
The perfect song for a mass performance where a large group moves as one is “SUN.” It was released in 2015 by singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino and is known as one of his signature tracks.
The sound has a somewhat nostalgic vibe.
Match the mid-tempo tune with synchronized marching and dance.
It’s also a good idea to incorporate the unique dance featured in the music video.
This number works well whether you go for rhythmic steps or create a section where the group claps together.
Happinessarashi
This is a work by the Japanese idol group Arashi.
They’re known for approachable melodies and lyrics, and are popular with people of all ages and genders.
With its upbeat tempo, I think this song would be perfect not only for events like beanbag tosses and footraces at school sports days, but also for large group routines.
[Sports Day] A roundup of popular Japanese songs perfect for mass performances [School Athletic Festival] (41–50)
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
Isn’t SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo” a perfect song for a mass performance? SHISHAMO is popular among elementary and junior high school students.
Their songs are poppy and cute, yet many carry strong messages.
At recent sports festivals, J-pop is used a lot.
Since this song was also in a commercial, it’s well-known, so not only the performers but also the audience can easily relate to it, don’t you think? It’s also recommended for mass performances because the tempo is just right.
Sora-buneTOKIO
TOKIO is a three-member idol group that pioneered the new genre of “farmwork idols,” and is also known for their high-level performance skills and songwriting.
Their 35th single ‘Sorafune,’ released as a double A-side with ‘do! do! do!,’ was used as the theme song for the TV drama ‘My Boss My Hero.’ Its powerful vocals and catchy ensemble make a striking impact that grabs your ears even in the middle of a school sports day event.
The lyrics’ message also lifts your spirits—it’s a classic from years past.
