Band rankings popular among junior high school students [2026]

rainbowAqua Timez43rank/position

Aqua Timez “Niji” Music Video (Theme song for the drama Gokusen Season 3)

Aqua Timez’s “Niji” gently wraps a heart on the verge of breaking and gives it a powerful push forward.

Released in May 2008 as their sixth single, it became widely loved as the theme song for the drama Gokusen: The Third Series, starring Yukie Nakama.

The melody, which fuses sweeping strings with a powerful band sound, has a refreshing clarity that feels like your view opening up just by listening.

Its million certification for surpassing one million downloads also speaks to its long-lasting support.

When you feel lonely studying for exams or frustrated by results in your club activities, give this song a listen.

The straightforward message in the chorus will pour fresh energy into your anxious heart and help you keep going.

Not fleetingSUPER BEAVER44rank/position

SUPER BEAVER “Not Ephemeral” MV (Theme song for the film ‘Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween Arc -Decisive Battle-’)

This is a ballad whose grand melody and powerful message stir the heart.

Released in June 2023 by SUPER BEAVER as the theme song for the film Tokyo Revengers 2: Bloody Halloween -Decisive Battle-, it portrays the beauty of life and the bonds with loved ones, expressing a desire to keep walking together even while understanding that nothing lasts forever.

The strong vocals and beautiful tune convey the brilliance of each individual’s life.

Also included on the album Ongaku (Music), it’s a moving piece well-suited for school sports days and group gymnastics ceremonies.

Highly recommended as background music for performances that soar with unity and strength.

As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE45rank/position

EME-C3138 Again and Again / DREAMS COME TRUE [Mixed Chorus, 3 Parts]

A heartfelt cheer song by DREAMS COME TRUE about the strength to rise again and again.

Released in February 2005 as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Emergency Room 24 Hours (Season 3),” it reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Its warm melody and grand arrangement leave a strong impression as they gently accompany those trying to overcome setbacks.

It softly teaches the importance of believing in yourself and moving forward when faced with adversity—making it a perfect choice to conclude a school festival chorus or a class presentation.

SunMy Hair is Bad46rank/position

My Hair is Bad – Sun

It’s a song by My Hair is Bad imbued with the freshness of a spring breeze.

Vivid depictions unique to high school baseball—pre-game nerves, the smell of mud on the field, the sound of the brass band—resonate deeply.

The members’ past and present feelings intertwine, resulting in a gem that fires up the hearts of its listeners.

Released in March 2024, the track was written as the official theme song for MBS for the 96th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

At their show at Saitama Super Arena, they created a moving stage together with a full house of fans.

It’s a work that will resonate not only with those who have memories of the baseball club, but with anyone who threw themselves wholeheartedly into their youth.

All of the YouthFujifaburikku47rank/position

Fujifabric – Youth of Everything

A coming-of-age song by Fuji Fabric that beautifully captures the wistfulness and beauty felt at summer’s end.

Released as a single in November 2007, it featured numerous tie-ins, including serving as the opening theme for the music program “Oto Moe!”.

The lyrics, which depict the regret and lingering attachment to passing time, along with the anxiety and hope that accompany change, strike a powerful chord with listeners.

Its lyrical melody and resonant words are sure to make a moving opener for school and cultural festivals.

An imperishable masterpiece that students who cherish their passing days should definitely hear.

My First KissHi-STANDARD48rank/position

MY FIRST KISS

Hi-STANDARD is a rock band that can arguably be credited with shaping Japan’s melodic hardcore scene.

“My First Kiss,” included on their second single “Love Is A Battlefield,” is an English-lyric cover of “Hajimete no Chuu,” known as the opening theme of the TV anime Kiteretsu Daihyakka.

While each part is generally played in a standard style, the intro guitar riff may be a bit challenging for beginners, so keep practicing.

Since it’s a famous song that almost everyone has heard at least once, it’s also a great pick for school festivals.

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Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children49rank/position

Mr.Children “Footsteps” Live from TOUR 2015 REFLECTION

A popular song that was also used as the theme for the drama “Nobunaga Concerto.” Described in the show as a motivational anthem that gives you a push forward, it was reportedly completed after numerous rewrites and marks Mr.

Children’s first self-produced track.

Perhaps for that reason, it carries a vibe of taking a new step.

While it’s not uptempo, it could work well for intermission staging or as background music.