[Latest] Reiwa-Era Graduation Songs | Check Out the Most Popular Tracks!
As graduation season approaches, we start hearing graduation songs more often.
Every year, various artists release new tracks for the occasion.
From timeless classics and the songs we sang at elementary school ceremonies to the latest hits—everyone has a tune that means something special to them, right? In this article, we’ll introduce graduation songs released in the Reiwa era.
If you’re struggling to choose music for a graduation ceremony or farewell event, or if you’re looking for the latest graduation songs, please use this as a reference.
These picks also make great songs to dedicate to someone close to you who’s graduating.
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[Latest] Reiwa-Era Graduation Songs | Check Out the Popular Hits! (1–10)
About meMrs. GREEN APPLE

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.
Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri

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.
To you, my best friend in the worldHakoniiwa Ririi

A bittersweet yet forward-looking youth pop song that portrays the resolve to finally confess hidden feelings on graduation day.
Haconiwa Lily is a vocal duo featuring Hanon, with her powerful voice, and Kotoha, whose vocals are full of clarity.
This track is included on their major-label debut album, “Lily’s Plage,” released in September 2022.
Set to a gentle, folk-tinged melody, it delicately weaves a story of budding love for someone once thought of as just a friend, and the inner turmoil as the moment of parting draws near.
The duo’s layered harmonies convey both the intimacy forged over a long time together and the beautiful resonance of feelings left unspoken.
It’s a song that gently gives you a push to take that next step forward.
HarukaYOASOBI

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.
Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism

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.



