[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!
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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!
Biri MillionYuuri
Yuri’s “Billimillion,” with its catchy chorus that turns many listeners into fans after just one listen, is likely used by many schools for their sports days.
The chorus has a brisk tempo, so the key is to dance while expressing yourself with big movements of your arms and legs.
The gentle melody and lyrics will lift the dancers’ spirits and are sure to get everyone excited! Performing in the special setting of a sports day can be nerve-wracking, but once you finish the dance, you’ll likely feel both a sense of accomplishment and personal growth.
damnFuji Kaze
Fujii Kaze’s “damn,” known for its fast tempo and powerful vocals, lends itself to a cohesive feel by keeping the choreography simple, making unified movement easier to express.
Because the rhythm and tempo are quick, let’s have fun dancing while moving your body so you can flow smoothly into the chorus.
The tempo is on the faster side, but be mindful to dance with a smile as well.
If you move confidently to the rhythm, I believe you can convey a powerful mass performance—so do your best!
Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā
Familiar from TV and the NHK New Year’s Eve music show, this song captures the feelings of a heartbroken man with an upbeat melody.
Its message—filled with lingering attachment to an ex, regret, and the wish to be together again—has resonated with many.
Released in October 2009, the track has spawned yearly “buzzword” versions that reflect the spirit of the times.
In fiscal 2013, it won the JASRAC Gold Award, a remarkable feat for an indie release.
It was also used in a House Foods “Mega Shaki” commercial, gaining popularity across a wide audience.
Perfect for amping up sports festivals and dance events, it’s a crowd-pleaser that kids and adults alike can enjoy dancing to.
[Sports Day] A roundup of popular Japanese songs perfect for mass performances [School Athletic Festival] (41–50)
SenbonzakuraWagakki Band
Senbonzakura by Wagakki Band, formed by blending traditional Japanese instruments—shakuhachi, koto, Tsugaru shamisen, and taiko—with Western instruments like guitar, bass, and drums.
Unlike the original track by Kurousa-P, it takes on a different atmosphere, gaining a unique allure through its added Japanese aesthetic.
The driving rhythm can boost athletes’ motivation and may help them draw out more than their usual performance.
It’s sure to fire up the cheering, too.
The lyrics, which feel like issuing a challenge to battle, are a perfect fit for events like cavalry battles.
MoonPerfume
Technopop unit Perfume.
The song they wrote for the drama Barakamon’s theme is Moon.
It’s a piece of techno music that likens a precious person to the moon and a happy everyday life to revolution.
It’s danceable but not too intense, so I think it would be easy to adapt for a mass performance as well.
The original choreography that expresses the moon has also been a hot topic, so it could be fun to incorporate some of it.
First, let’s check out the music video.
