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!

Playlist

Japanese Music Entrance Song Rankings [2026]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Sakura, Bloom!arashi		An Arashi cheer song, courage for a new life
2	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		An uplifting, heart-touching, and empowering song.
3	migratory bird[Alexandros]		An anthem from an unconventional band—music that gives you a push
4	parabolaOfisharu Higedan Dism		An inspiring song that expresses both excitement and anxiety about starting a new chapter in life.
5	rainbow-coloredayaka		Ayaka’s “Nijiiro” is a classic song for school entrance ceremonies.
6	Shineyuzu		Yuzu’s “Hikare” for you who are excited about a new environment
7	Song of BeginningsRyokushokushakai		Ryokuoushoku Shakai became famous for the song “Hajimari no Uta.”
8	possibilitySambomasutā		Possibilities expand with effort and vanish with giving up
9	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE brimming with morning freshness
10	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		For children, when they finally become elementary school students...
11	WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro		An uplifting song that supports a new chapter in life
12	Mahalomiwa		miwa releases a Hawaii-themed cheer song
13	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		An inspiring anthem of encouragement set in an RPG world
14	sakura colorGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s spring song “Sakura Color”
15	Let there be lightBURNOUT SYNDROMES		BURNOUT SYNDROMES presents…
16	GOBUMP OF CHICKEN		A supportive song that gently embraces life's hardships
17	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		An entrance ceremony song about Noriyuki Makihara’s feelings for a distant friend
18	To tomorrowLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster's "To Tomorrow"
19	Before the departureWANIMA		WANIMA's cheer song: a new-life support track
20	MasterpieceSCANDAL		A cheer song themed around SCANDAL’s courage
21	voiceikimonogakari		Commissioned a new song for cheering on student sports
22	New EraAdo		A new-generation technopop cheer song by Ado
23	from hereSixTONES		A fast-paced single by SixTONES
24	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		Introduction to Sukima Switch’s signature song “Zenryoku Shonen”
25	to clear up (weather)Yorushika		A song that supports a new step with a hopeful melody
26	SignalWANIMA		A supportive anthem that stands by young people and gives them a push forward
27	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		An anthem that embraces the anxieties of youth, helping you find your true self.
28	Spring SwallowHey! Say! JUMP		Hey! Say! JUMP spring cheer song
29	Ten Thousand Cheers, A Thousand ChantsRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’ support song for 18-year-olds gives hope and courage
30	Go your wayRyokushokushakai		Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s new song is a cheer anthem that gives you the courage to take on new challenges.
31	Starting Oversumika		sumika, a rock band popular among young people
32	It’s okayMarushii		An encouraging song by Marcy that gives you the courage to look forward
33	The Beginningayaka		An uplifting song to dispel anxieties about starting a new chapter in life
34	Mashirosumika		sumika's new song, a theme that supports starting a new life
35	Bring it on, spring.non		A rock number cheering on a new step forward
36	Hajimari no Uta ~The Distant Sky Clears~ikimonogakari		Ikimono Gakari’s Encouragement Song
37	SunMy Hair is Bad		An encouraging song that gives courage to youth
38	horizonback number		Even if dreams break, the light can still be seen.
39	paprikaFoorin		Also performed at the 2019 Kōhaku Uta Gassen, beloved by young and old alike…
40	BlessingYOASOBI		YOASOBI’s youth anthem, the strength to live true to yourself
41	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s commercial song “Kirari” becomes a big hit
42	Spring Dayaimyon		A cheer song depicting the love of a newlywed couple
43	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		An uplifting song, overflowing with kindness and the power to live, has been born...
44	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		Gives you courage with a cheer song for a new life
45	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		Spitz’s signature song, released in 1994…
46	Dear, boyHump Back		A message song for people who chase their dreams
47	SUNHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s refreshing cheer song
48	OtonokeCreepy Nuts		Anime theme song with a distinctive floating feel and lyrics
49	IdeaHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s cheer song: a theme of the creativity to overcome difficulties
50	flash[Alexandros]		[Alexandros]'s new song, a powerful anthem of courage and hope
51	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		Delicately portraying the transience of youth and the emotions of adolescence...
52	room for growthCreepy Nuts		Popular not only among the younger generation but across a wide range of age groups...
53	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		ONE OK ROCK’s songs that sing of youth and the courage to face the future
54	Happinessarashi		An uplifting, bright-guitar anthem cheering you on toward the future
55	BeautifulSuperfly		Have more confidence in yourself—the one and only, unique you...
56	Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa		A classic rock band song that portrays the passion and bonds of youth
57	Blue Springback number		Speaking of back number, it tightens your chest…
58	We areONE OK ROCK		I'm not good with English lyrics, so I don't really listen to Western music...
59	rainbowAqua Timez		A song of hope cheering on a new beginning
60	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A song that entrusts feelings about graduation and a new life to the cherry blossoms
61	ComedyHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s music supports new paths
62	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Even the unpleasant things that happen in everyday life, if you change your perspective...
63	THANXWANIMA		A hope-filled cheering song, a heartwarming work
64	ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cheering song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE, a track that gives you courage for a new life
65	Long Hope PhiliaSuda Masaki		An inspiring song about challenge, growth, and hope
66	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A powerful song that stands by you at life’s turning points
67	The world is smiling at you.Little Glee Monster		Leaving claw marks on people's hearts with a razor-sharp singing voice…
68	Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio		A cheerful pop to support a laid-back youth
69	ROCKET DIVEhide with Spread Beaver		hide's signature song, the courage to embark on a new adventure
70	One-room DiscoPerfume		An uplifting song to support a fresh start in spring
71	If I sing to the skyamazarashi		Its powerful vocals and straightforward lyrics pierce the heart...
72	YOAKENiziU		A song of courage and hope that opens a new door
73	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		An anthem that gives you the courage to move forward
74	At dawn again today, with cherry blossoms dancingCHiCO with HoneyWorks		CHiCO × HoneyWorks Gintama opening theme
75	ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism		Get the courage for a fresh start with HIGE DAN’s “Chessboard”
76	READY STEADY GOL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		L’Arc〜en〜Ciel’s fiery rock number
77	Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru		An encouraging message song from elders to the young
78	flareSuperfly		“Flare” is led by vocalist Shiho Ochi and...
79	Rising SunEXILE		A moving charity song that sings of hope and recovery
80	excessively earnest; overly serious to a fault; straight-lacedCreepy Nuts×Ayase×Ikuta Rira		An anthem to encourage those who keep looking forward and moving on in the face of hardship
81	Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo		Dokimeki Diary is an energetic song that symbolizes youth.
82	Starting lineBaba Toshihide		'Start Line' was released in 2007...
83	premonitionSUPER BEAVER		A rock band that values being true to themselves and keeps moving forward
84	Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu		An anthem that conveys the importance of youth
85	After the Cherry Blossoms (all quartets lead to the?)UNISON SQUARE GARDEN		I feel anxious because I can’t get used to the new environment...
86	CHANCE!UVERworld		Cheer on your college life with UVERworld’s signature songs
87	50%Ofisharu Higedan Dism		Official HIGE DANDism delivers a message about valuing oneself
88	I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā		Known as one of Sambomaster’s signature songs...
89	J.S.B.HAPPINESSSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		It taught me powerfully that failure is something valuable...
90	Sense of Wondersumika		sumika’s cheer song makes me feel brighter
91	Shineieiri reo		I become aware of the many presences that support and encourage me…
92	Flying DeityAyase×R-shitei		Rurouni Kenshin OP theme, a hot/burning track
93	dandelionDa-iCE		Da-iCE sings of the strength to overcome adversity and of hope
94	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s classic that gives courage and hope
95	stepsGReeeeN		To everyone taking a new step in your high school life...
96	Brave GenerationBE:FIRST		...the backs of young people who are surviving through these difficult times...
97	glareWANIMA		WANIMA's rock song to cheer on a new life
98	My WayDef Tech		DefTech's signature song, My Way
99	the 10 o’clock directionsumika		A cheer song by sumika. The importance of following the path you believe in.
100	DAY×DAYBLUE ENCOUNT		In the anime Gintama’s opening theme, B...