Japanese Music Entrance Song Rankings [2026]
We’re showcasing the top 100 monthly J-Pop “school entrance” songs, ranked in order of most views.
This lineup is packed with classics that bring back the excitement and butterflies of starting a new life as a freshman—give them a listen!
The playlist is updated weekly, too!
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Japanese Pop Entrance Ceremony Song Rankings [2026] (81–90)
Rising SunEXILE85rank/position
EXILE’s 37th single, a song that celebrates hope for a bright future shining like the sun.
Released in September 2011, it also drew attention as a charity song supporting recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Its message—that dawn will surely come no matter how hard the situation—gives courage to those who are hurting.
With a driving melody and powerful vocals, this moving number gently pushes listeners forward.
It’s especially recommended when you want to cast away anxieties before stepping into a new environment.
Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo86rank/position
Released on May 31, 2023, the song “Dokimeki Diary” quickly captured the hearts of many listeners.
It was also used as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon, with asmi’s sincere and bright image symbolizing the vividness of youth.
The uplifting, courageous lyrics make it a perfect fit for the start of a school life full of hope, new encounters, and challenges.
The fresh sound born from the collaboration with Chinozo will inspire each listener to take a positive step forward.
It’s a thrilling pop tune, perfect for the opening of a new stage.
Starting lineBaba Toshihide87rank/position
“Start Line” is a song sung by Toshihide Baba, released in 2007, featuring his mature vocals.
It may not be classic mainstream pop, but its wistful melody evokes nostalgia and lingers in your ears.
In the lyrics, while portraying the gritty parts of reality, the chorus gives you a push, telling you to keep looking forward.
If you’re going to do it, you might as well break through the trials that stand firmly in your way with everything you’ve got.
It’s also a track that makes you want to dive deeper into Toshihide Baba’s music.
premonitionSUPER BEAVER88rank/position
SUPER BEAVER is a four-piece rock band that captivates listeners with lyrics that resonate and a powerful melody.
Their 11th single, released in November 2018, was chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “We Are Made of Miracles,” starring Issey Takahashi.
With a message that encourages you to take a new step while valuing your true self, it’s perfect for life’s turning points.
Free from fixed ideas, this song teaches the importance of trusting your own sensibilities and moving forward.
It’s a powerful rock number that gives you a push as you embark on a new chapter.
Jiwara DAYSAKB4889rank/position
It’s a positive song released in 2019 as AKB48’s 55th single.
It’s perfect for anyone worried about whether they can fit into a new school life.
The lyrics say, “Even if we’re far apart, I’ll always be cheering you on.” It’ll blow away those downcast feelings.
By the way, this was the last song before Rino Sashihara graduated from the group.
Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu90rank/position
This song teaches you how to turn the new school life that’s about to begin into a treasure for life.
As the title says, it sings, “Youth is an irreplaceable thing that passes in the blink of an eye.” It’s something that’s hard to realize when you’re in the thick of your student years, but when you become an adult and look back, you can truly feel how precious those ordinary moments were.
As you start this new, youth-filled chapter, don’t waste a single moment—enjoy it to the fullest! If you do, by the time you graduate, the memories you’ve made at this school will be treasures for a lifetime.
Japanese Pop Graduation/Entrance Songs Ranking [2026] (91–100)
After the Cherry Blossoms (all quartets lead to the?)UNISON SQUARE GARDEN91rank/position
For anyone feeling uneasy about adjusting to a new environment, I highly recommend this song.
UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s “Sakura no Ato (all quartets lead to the?)” is a track that stays close to your anxieties while still giving you energy and strength.
Its driving pace lifts your spirits, and vocalist Kousuke Saito’s high-tone voice also helps you feel more positive.
It’s a number that makes you a little more excited about what lies beyond your current worries, filling you with a sense of anticipation.
