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

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Takanori Kawasaki - Sakura Usagi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Sakura Usagi, gaining attention as a new graduation song of the Reiwa era, is characterized by a melody that deeply resonates with the heart.

Takaya Kawasaki’s clear, transparent vocals gently embrace the poignant emotions of graduation as a turning point.

The warm tones of the acoustic guitar and strings also feel like they encourage each step toward a new beginning.

When it plays in the background of a graduation ceremony, it will lend strength to carry hope into the future.

Takaya Kawasaki’s “Sakura Usagi” — a highly recommended track for the new journeys that lie ahead.

Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata / Aogeba Aozora Music Video

A song by Motohiro Hata that portrays the transience of life and the preciousness of each moment.

It expresses shifting emotions through the four seasons and the deepening of human relationships, with striking scenes of parting and new departures.

The lyrics convey hope and a forward-looking spirit, emphasizing the importance of connection.

It was released digitally in March 2019, written for SoftBank’s music project TV commercial “Graduation.” In the commercial, Kaya Kiyohara plays a graduating student and Kei Tanaka plays a teacher.

With a moving voice and a warm message, it accompanies graduation ceremonies and those taking their next steps.

The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 'The Meaning of Goodbye'

A popular song by Nogizaka46 that depicts a bittersweet farewell and a new beginning.

It portrays a wordless goodbye beneath an overpass through beautiful piano melodies and clear, airy vocals.

The lyrics resonate not only with the sorrow of parting, but also with the importance of how that experience leads to the future.

Released in November 2016 and performed on the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, the song became a million-seller.

Loved by many as a track that stands beside those graduating or facing life’s turning points, it’s especially recommended for anyone feeling anxious about a new environment or who has experienced a farewell with someone dear.

Bring it on, spring.non

[Official Music Video] Non – I’ll Stand to Face Spring

The spring-themed song crafted by Non fills you with hope and courage for the start of a new season.

It captures the many feelings that come with the arrival of spring, and its lyrics—gently encouraging listeners—leave a lasting impression.

Released digitally in January 2025, the track had long been a fan favorite, with frequent requests for an official recording after live performances.

In the music video, Non portrays a student band, expressing the sparkle of youth and radiating an energy that lifts your spirits just by watching.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone about to embark on a new chapter or looking to refresh their mindset.

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Orange [LIVE from Zenjin Mito to Weltraum ~Meimei Edition~]

Now that we’re adults, we can finally embrace our past selves.

This perspective resonates deeply in this number by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Featured on the album “ANTENNA,” released in July 2023, the song stands out for its lyrics that look back on youthful days.

Its message—affirming everything as a treasure, from the nights we cried to the days we laughed together—truly moves the heart.

In August 2024, it was also chosen as the theme song for an Asahi Kasei Real Estate Residence commercial, reaching an even wider audience.

It’s a track that will resonate not only with those approaching graduation, but also with anyone for whom school days are already a distant memory.