[Latest] Reiwa-Era Graduation Songs | Check Out the Most Popular Tracks!

Futabaaimyon

Aimyon – Futaba [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A digital-only single by Aimyon, written for NHK’s music project “18-sai.” It’s an encouraging song that embraces the voices of 1,000 18-year-olds from across Japan and transforms their feelings into lyrics.

The image of twin leaves sprouting from the soil toward the sky overlaps with young people taking their first steps, gently giving listeners a push forward.

Released in March 2022, it was also included on the album “Falling Into My Eyes Record,” released in August of the same year.

Centered on acoustic guitar, its folk-style sound brims with Aimyon’s signature warmth.

It’s perfect as a choral piece to sing with classmates at graduation, or as a song to send someone off on their next journey.

Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei

[MV] A Classroom in Blue / Suisei Hoshimachi (hololive × HoneyWorks) [#HoloHani Original]

A youthful song released in February 2024 by Suisei Hoshimachi, who radiates an overwhelming presence as hololive’s songstress.

Born from the collaboration project “HoloHani” with HoneyWorks, the piece depicts the sparkle of days spent in the classroom and the emotional stirrings brought about by meeting friends.

Centered on a band sound layered with strings, its refreshing arrangement blends beautifully with her resolute vocals, leaving a warm afterglow in the listener’s heart.

In addition to being featured in a Google Pixel | au commercial, it was also loved as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “What’s So Wrong With Being Azato?” A memorable number that gently lends you the courage to take a step onto a new path.

About meMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – About Me

A song dedicated to young people taking their first steps into a new chapter at graduation—that’s “Boku no Koto” by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

With a breezy melody that captures the sweet and bittersweet moments of youth, the track won wide support when it was released in 2019.

Rather than simply offering encouragement, its lyrics empathize with struggle, resonating deeply with listeners.

The message woven into the words is sure to give you the courage to face an uncertain future.

As the culmination of high school life and as an anthem for moving on to the next stage, Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s “Boku no Koto” is a must-listen track for the graduation season.

HarukaYOASOBI

YOASOBI 'Haruka' Official Music Video

As a song that evokes the feeling of graduation in the Reiwa era, YOASOBI’s “Haruka” is a perfect fit.

Released in 2020, this track poignantly captures the emotions of lovers on the cusp of a season of departures and farewells, resonating with many graduates.

Beyond its achievement of reaching fifth place on the download charts, the lyrics crafted by broadcast writer Osamu Suzuki evoke delicate memories.

When this song plays at graduation ceremonies or farewell gatherings, its heartwarming love story gently gives a push toward a new beginning.

Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri

To You Graduating This Year [Sakura Clear Skies] [First Performance of New Song]

The new graduation song born in the Reiwa era, “Sakura Bare,” combines lyrics that put feelings of gratitude into words with Yuuri’s moving vocals, warmly enveloping listeners’ hearts at the milestone of graduation.

Though only a short time has passed since its 2021 release, it has already grown into a song loved by many graduates and their families.

Yuuri’s voice, which blends strength and gentleness, will empower everyone standing at a new starting point.

“Sakura Bare” will surely continue to be sung at various graduation scenes in the years to come.

Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Last Song [Studio Live Session]

Official HIGE DANDism’s “Last Song” is one of the most memorable graduation songs released in the Reiwa era.

This track is also known for being featured as an insert song in the TV drama “Ato 3-kai, Kimi ni Aeru” (“We’ll Meet Three More Times”).

With a melody that blends wistfulness and warmth—perfect for the turning point of graduation—the lyrics celebrate friendship and love.

Satoshi Fujihara’s gentle vocals will surely resonate with students standing on the brink of a new journey.

With “Last Song” playing in the background, graduation ceremonies and farewell gatherings are sure to feel even more vivid.

JourneyFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Tabiji (Official Video)

“Tabiji,” released by Fujii Kaze in 2021, is drawing attention as a new-generation graduation song.

Created as the theme song for the drama Nijiiro Karte, it gently embraces the feelings of graduates as they step toward the future.

Guided by memories of days gone by, its powerful lyrics that urge us forward resonate with people of all ages.

The Wurlitzer’s tones color the melody, and Fujii’s warm vocals combine to make it a truly one-of-a-kind graduation song.

Delivered to graduates across the country, this track is sure to shine not only at the milestone of graduation but also as a light along life’s journey.