Japanese Graduation Song Rankings [2026]
We’re excited to present the latest top 100 ranking of Japanese graduation songs, all in one go, ordered by most views! These tracks are perfect for the graduation season, so why not listen to them in early spring and reminisce about your youth? The playlist is updated every week.
Playlist
| Japanese Graduation Song Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | An anthem cheering on an 18-year journey |
| 2 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | A moving classic that portrays graduation and farewell |
| 3 | We againSG |  play_arrow | SG’s graduation song is a song of hope and friendship. |
| 4 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | A gentle support song that expresses the bonds forged after the earthquake disaster |
| 5 | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A hopeful song about embracing a breakup and stepping forward into the future |
| 6 | HarukaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Growth and Farewell Watched Over by a Mug |
| 7 | spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A graduation song that sings about feelings for cherished friends |
| 8 | far; distant; by farGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A moving ballad of gratitude to parents and setting off on a new journey |
| 9 | The happiest treasuresutopuri |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that colors the graduation season |
| 10 | bookmarkkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | A song of farewell and hope, coloring graduation |
| 11 | Kitearashi |  play_arrow | A cheer for a colleague embarking on a new chapter |
| 12 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE Worry-Affirming Song |
| 13 | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Bonds and resolve with companions heading toward our dreams |
| 14 | Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | A 'song of gratitude' for the teacher warms the heart. |
| 15 | Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A poignant song depicting the bonds with a friend and a farewell |
| 16 | On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Kawashima’s graduation song is a memory of my youth. |
| 17 | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE |  play_arrow | A moving EXILE classic that depicts precious everyday life |
| 18 | Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A final single that portrays gratitude and farewell |
| 19 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song about being yourself, gifted for graduation season |
| 20 | The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A graduation song filled with gratitude for farewells and new encounters |
| 21 | proofflumpool |  play_arrow | A classic song for graduation season: the lyrics of flumpool |
| 22 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A cheer song expressing positive feelings toward a reunion |
| 23 | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu |  play_arrow | Timeless songs that color our youthful memories, lyrics that resonate with the heart |
| 24 | Cherry Blossom Rainhalyosy |  play_arrow | Vocaloid song “Sakura no Ame” sung at graduation ceremonies |
| 25 | Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A graduation song from Dai Hirai that resonates with the heart |
| 26 | On the Day of Departure |  play_arrow | The moving graduation song “On the Day of Departure” |
| 27 | Youth PhotographLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster sings with the theme of graduation |
| 28 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s cheer song, a masterpiece that brings tears and hope |
| 29 | My friend — now and forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship |
| 30 | Us Again (Brass Band ver.)SG |  play_arrow | A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion |
| 31 | To the futureKiroro |  play_arrow | A classic farewell-season song filled with feelings for my mother |
| 32 | cherry blossomKobukuro |  play_arrow | A timeless song that accompanies the season of farewells, filled with spring memories |
| 33 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's powerful rock and positive message |
| 34 | On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi |  play_arrow | An emotional classic song for kindergarten graduation ceremonies |
| 35 | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming AKB48 cheer song that delivers a positive, forward-looking feeling. |
| 36 | Thank you · GoodbyeSakushi: Ide Takao / Sakkyoku: Fukuda Wakako |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic imbued with the sentiments of graduation |
| 37 | Letter ~To You, Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A song that helps you face yourself and gives you courage for the future |
| 38 | Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri's moving graduation song, cheering on the start of a new chapter in life |
| 39 | Daphne (winter daphne)DISH// |  play_arrow | A song by DISH// themed around love and a place to return to |
| 40 | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Support new challenges with a cheer song |
| 41 | Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu |  play_arrow | A classic graduation song that conveys moving emotion and hope |
| 42 | Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A letter from a 15-year-old to their future self, a moving song |
| 43 | Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Higedan Dism’s warm vocals and rich, full-bodied sound |
| 44 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by Sukima Switch that gives you a push on the back |
| 45 | Thank youSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by the emotionally stirring rock band SUPER BEAVER |
| 46 | Goodbyekariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | Moving forward while holding on to past memories |
| 47 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A song of departure filled with gratitude, toward a new step forward |
| 48 | CHARMWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's protective charm song |
| 49 | Sakura (2019)Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | A moving Reiwa-era graduation song by Naotaro Moriyama |
| 50 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected |
| 51 | Best FriendKiroro |  play_arrow | “Churasan” theme song: a song of gratitude to a friend |
| 52 | bondYamazaki Tomoko |  | Graduation song, a song of friendship and hope |
| 53 | BELIEVESugimoto Ryuichi |  play_arrow | In 1998, on NHK’s “Ikimono Chikyū Kikō” (Life on Earth)… |
| 54 | Song of LifeTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | The Song of Life is a heartwarming graduation song. |
| 55 | JourneyFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s moving theme song, heartwarming |
| 56 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s love ballad |
| 57 | GraduationKobukuro |  play_arrow | Memories from my school days and hopes for the future |
| 58 | Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A song of summer’s end and the warm farewell of friendship |
| 59 | Bye, my friendbokula. |  play_arrow | Expressing everyday memories through rock |
| 60 | Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s youth-cheering song |
| 61 | My friend—now and forever…Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | A friendship song filled with the emotion of graduation |
| 62 | Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | Noratao Moriyama’s masterpiece that resonates with spring farewells |
| 63 | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Celebrate friendship with Kana Nishino’s “Best Friend.” |
| 64 | Precious friendSakushi: Itsumi Ryūichirō / Sakkyoku: Furukawa Tatsuya |  play_arrow | A graduation song’s tale of emotion and growth |
| 65 | Sakura, Bloom!arashi |  play_arrow | Rock song suitable as BGM for Arashi graduation movie |
| 66 | LaughterOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Be brave and spread your wings on a new path! |
| 67 | Until we meet againHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A ballad that portrays parting and a wish for reunion |
| 68 | parallel linesEve × suis from Yorushika |  play_arrow | Singing of the end of youth and a new beginning |
| 69 | Song of DepartureMr.Children |  play_arrow | A graduation song by Mr.Children—a track that resonates with the heart |
| 70 | Sakura SongKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | A bittersweet rock song of memories and farewells in cherry blossom season |
| 71 | Farewell, YouthChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | The sparkle of memories and the bittersweetness of farewell before graduation |
| 72 | Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that views parting as a new beginning |
| 73 | The season of farewellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the bittersweet unrequited love of a graduation ceremony |
| 74 | Cherry blossom seasonEXILE ATSUSHI |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that supports graduation |
| 75 | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A hopeful song where tears turn into power for the future |
| 76 | Words of FarewellKaientai |  play_arrow | The deep meaning of the graduation song “Okuru Kotoba” |
| 77 | DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | An uplifting anthem that gives you courage at life’s turning points |
| 78 | Sky-blue DaysSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s Graduation Song |
| 79 | SignalWANIMA |  play_arrow | A song of courage to move forward, even if it's unfinished |
| 80 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad that portrays parting and hope |
| 81 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A high-velocity rock song by Road of Major |
| 82 | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | The moving moment of dedicating Ayaka’s “Nijiiro” at the farewell ceremony |
| 83 | Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone |  play_arrow | Portraying the moving emotions of a high school soccer cheering song |
| 84 | The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP |  play_arrow | SMAP’s classic hit, a song that cheers you on in life |
| 85 | THANXWANIMA |  play_arrow | A classic that powerfully sings of gratitude and farewell |
| 86 | GraduationOzaki Yutaka |  play_arrow | A universal masterpiece that portrays Yutaka Ozaki's youth |
| 87 | Endless JourneyMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children’s classic song “I Want to Hold You” |
| 88 | A graduation song, a song of friends.19 |  play_arrow | A song that sings of graduation memories and hopes for the future |
| 89 | I’m glad I met you.Inoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | A youthful song that feels the arrival of spring |
| 90 | Graduation PhotoArai Yumi |  play_arrow | A time-transcending song gazing toward graduation |
| 91 | Tomoë GakuenFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Theme song of the Tetsuko Kuroyanagi drama, a moving track |
| 92 | Precious thingsYamazaki Tomoko |  play_arrow | A heartwarming and moving choral classic for graduation ceremonies by Tomoko Yamazaki |
| 93 | LullabyRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A touching masterpiece from RADWIMPS 2 that sings of graduation |
| 94 | When it shinesHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | The Light of Hope Conveyed by Anime Theme Songs |
| 95 | Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A song about thinking of one’s hometown and friends, and chasing one’s dreams |
| 96 | Graduationsaitou yuki |  play_arrow | Yuki Saito’s classic song that sings of the subtleties of youth |
| 97 | Sakuraayaka |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song of farewell and growth painted with cherry blossoms |
| 98 | spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira |  play_arrow | Kaf and Kujira co-created for their graduation theme |
| 99 | Helloyama × bocchiboromaru |  play_arrow | A song of courage to face forward and move ahead as your true self |
| 100 | Full of memoriesH₂O |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that colors the memories of youth |