[Entrance Ceremony Songs] A Selection of Classic and Popular Tunes That Capture Elementary Schoolers’ Hearts!

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This bright, march-style melody that puts children at ease is a track crafted by Kent-san.

The lyrics gently affirm our differences.

It serves as the ending theme for the TV program “The Wakey Show,” which began airing in March 2025, and was released as a single in May 2025.

It’s also included on the EP “Kekka All Right.” Some children may feel nervous and anxious in a new environment.

Playing this song at an entrance ceremony might help them feel that today is a wonderful new beginning where they can meet new friends.

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We live in a world that calls for diversity, and this YOASOBI track teaches us the essence of it.

Even though everyone thinks differently and lives in different environments, we all share the desire to live happily.

It expresses the theme of living together with a driving sound.

Released in October 2021 and used as the theme song for NHK’s children’s program “Hirogare! Irotoridori,” the song is also included on the album THE BOOK 2.

It’s a refreshing pop tune that brightens entrance ceremonies and gives first graders—whose hearts are full of both excitement and anxiety—the courage to head to school with energy.

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A New Friend

At an entrance ceremony where children sit next to classmates they don’t yet know, there are surely some who feel nervous and full of anxiety in this new place.

This piece is a song about greeting those soon-to-be friends with a smile.

Its bright, cheerful melody conveys the excitement and fluttering anticipation of all that’s about to unfold.

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Misuzu Koyuki, who wrote the lyrics and composed the music, has created many other school songs as well.

To ease the tension of the entrance ceremony, we also recommend singing it together with the incoming students, accompanied by piano!

Thump-thump, boom! First Graders

Thump-thump, boom! First Graders

Written by Akira Ito and composed/arranged by Jun Sakurai, this song was released in 1986.

It’s famous as a graduation song for kindergartens and nursery schools, but it’s also perfect for entrance ceremonies! You can feel the children’s emotions—the mix of nervousness, wondering “What is elementary school like?” and “Will I make friends?”, and the bubbling excitement they can’t contain.

Listening to this song at the entrance ceremony will lift their spirits and might even make them think, “Maybe I’ll try becoming friends with the kid sitting next to me.”

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Yuzu, the folk duo known for uplifting many people with their bright, positive messages.

The song they released in January 2013 is a pop number that was also included on their May 2013 album “LAND.” It’s also known for being featured as the 2013 CM song for the U-Can correspondence courses.

The theme straightforwardly affirms those taking a new step forward, and it’s full of charm that makes you want to sing along.

This positive song tells you it’s okay to move ahead in your own colors, giving you the courage to head to school with energy.

First Grader March

First Grader March

The song “Ichinensei March,” written and composed by Toshihiko Shinzawa, delivers the fluttering excitement of brand-new first graders through a charming melody.

Its cheerful tune and optimistic lyrics heighten children’s anticipation for elementary school, while gently embracing the anxieties that come with a first-time place.

Singing it will surely make them think, “I’m excited for elementary school!” This adorable song is perfect for new first graders—be sure to listen and sing along.

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A bright and lively song that gives children starting a new chapter the courage to take their first step! It’s perfect for entrance ceremonies where they’ll be making new friends.

It was included on the album “Minna Daisuki,” released in November 2014, and later featured on the March 2015 album “Kokoro no Harmony Best for Elementary School Students! ~Songs for Entrance Ceremonies and Welcome Gatherings~ 1.” At just under three minutes long, it’s also a great choice to sing during the ceremony.

Even children who feel nervous will surely come to feel that school is a fun place when they hear this song!