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

OrangeSPYAIR

SPYAIR “Orange” Music Video (Theme Song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle: The Movie)

A graduation song perfectly suited for the Reiwa era, this moving number from SPYAIR sings of the courage to move forward toward your dreams, overcoming the sadness of parting.

Released in February 2024, it also drew attention as the theme song for the Haikyu!! movie.

It paints a scene of soaring through an orange sky, expressing the beauty of cherishing every moment.

This warm track accompanies life’s milestones—like graduation ceremonies and retiring from club activities.

It’s a heartfelt message song that teaches the importance of always facing forward and moving ahead, no matter the circumstances.

spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Spring Melancholy

This song delicately portrays the transience of youth and the emotions of adolescence.

It’s said that Motoki Omori, the vocalist of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, wrote it the day after his high school graduation ceremony.

It’s a perfect track to listen to during graduation season.

The song was tied in as the theme for Suntory’s “Craft Boss” commercial and became widely loved.

In March 2024, it surpassed 100 million cumulative streams on the Billboard JAPAN charts.

Why not give it a listen this spring, a season that evokes farewells and growth? Its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody are sure to color your memories.

Daphne (winter daphne)DISH//

DISH// – Sweet Daphne [Official Video]

Released in the Reiwa era and winning many hearts, DISH//’s “Jindai-ge” is a song that portrays young people’s farewells and gratitude.

Co-written by Takumi Kitamura and Hattori from Macaroni Empitsu, it can truly be called a graduation song for a new era.

The lyrics, filled with thanks, seem to evoke unfading memories of days spent at school.

Its light shuffle beat and catchy melody make it perfect for graduation ceremonies.

It’s an ideal track to celebrate a fresh start, and one I’d recommend when you want to send cheers from the bottom of your heart.

The happiest treasuresutopuri

[MV] The Most Wonderful Treasure / Strawberry Prince

As a heartwarming song that adds color to the graduation season, Sutopuri’s vocals resound.

Vividly depicting the March scenery of dancing cherry blossoms, it gently sings of memories with friends and hopes for the future.

Released in March 2023, the song was unveiled as a surprise during the group’s nationwide arena tour at Yokohama Arena.

Born from a collaboration with HoneyWorks, the fresh melody will gently encourage not only those graduating, but everyone taking a new step forward.

If you’re experiencing farewells with loved ones or embracing new encounters, please give this song a listen—it’s a sincere cheer from the heart.

Stand by MeSaucy Dog

Stand By Me

As a new graduation song born in the Reiwa era, Saucy Dog’s “Stand By Me” has moved many young people.

It richly expresses the emotions of graduation—such as loneliness and anxiety—and carries a powerful message that supports everyone experiencing parting.

The trio’s characteristically simple yet stirring performance, together with Shinya Ishihara’s emotive vocals, sings of friendship and hope for the future.

This song offers courage and comfort not only to graduates, but to all who, after a farewell, are taking a new step forward.

Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / The Way Home in March (Lyric Video)

In the season when spring cherry blossoms are in full bloom, Dai Hirai’s music truly touches the heart.

It beautifully sings of the sadness of graduation and parting, as well as the hope for new beginnings, gently enveloping listeners.

Set to the tender tones of piano and strings, the lyrics—woven with cherished memories and dreams for the future—leave a lasting impression.

Released in February 2022, this song is also included on the album “LOVE+PEACE.” It’s perfect for moments like graduation and entrance ceremonies.

With a heartwarming melody that feels like a send-off to those embarking on a new chapter, it resonates deeply.

Sakura, You, and Ituki.

tuki. 'Sakura Kimi Watashi' Official Music Video

A heartwarming youth song that condenses graduation, partings, and the transience of love into a single track.

Featured as an insert song in ABEMA’s dating reality show “Kyou, Suki ni Narimashita.

Graduation Edition 2024,” it was crafted by tuki.

with delicate sensitivity.

A gentle melody led by acoustic guitar intertwines with clear vocals to carefully portray the feeling of basking in memories.

Released in January 2024, the track also drew attention for its animated music video by Posuka Demizu, the illustrator of the manga The Promised Neverland.

It’s a youth anthem that will resonate not only with students facing the end of their school days but also with anyone who has experienced a farewell with someone dear.