[Song for a Departure] A send-off song for you. A classic masterpiece among departure songs.
Starting a new chapter—whether it’s pursuing further education, changing jobs, or chasing your dreams in a new place—there are many kinds of departures in life.
Leaving the familiar and stepping into a new environment is never easy, and you may face many tough moments along the way.
Here, we’ll introduce uplifting songs to cheer you on—songs for setting out, graduation songs that give you the courage to keep going in a new place.
We’ve carefully selected powerful anthems that will push you forward as you take your next step, and that are also perfect for sending to the dear friends and companions who are about to embark on their own journeys.
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Song of Departure: A send-off song for you. Classic departure songs (61–70)
Time to Depart ~Asian Dream Song~Miyazawa Kazufumi with Hisaishi Joe
This song, produced as the theme song for the 1998 Nagano Paralympics, was composed by Joe Hisaishi and features vocals by Kazufumi Miyazawa, known as the lead singer of THE BOOM.
Many listeners were likely moved by the lyrics that encourage us to “set off on a journey to make our dreams come true.” It works not only as a literal travel song, but also as a perfect anthem for life—one that gives us the courage to take a step forward toward achieving our dreams and goals.
Starting lineFLOWER FLOWER
This song by FLOWER FLOWER gives a supportive push to those embarking on a new chapter in life.
yui’s moving vocals gently accompany the mix of anxiety and anticipation.
Included on the album “Mi,” released in November 2014, this track offers a melody of hope for anyone about to set off on a fresh start.
It’s a perfect fit both for people striving in a new environment and for those sending off someone dear.
An empowering anthem, it gives you the courage to take that first step toward advancing in school, changing jobs, or making your dreams come true.
Spring Dayaimyon
Created as the theme song for an animated film about a honeymoon, this piece delicately portrays a loving married couple.
The story of two people starting a new life together—recognizing each other’s strengths and weaknesses and deepening their love as a family—delivers a wonderful message that encourages a fresh step forward in life.
With this song released in April 2019, Aimyon gently captures the world of the anime film Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane – The Lost Hiroshi.
Memories beginning on a train platform and the feeling of cherishing small everyday joys resonate warmly alongside the gentle melody.
It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone embarking on a new chapter of life.
Even while holding anxieties about the future, it gives you the courage to move forward one step at a time—why not listen to it together with someone special as an uplifting anthem?
Tomoë GakuenFukuyama Masaharu
The lyrics reflecting on school life make you feel as if nostalgic scenes come vividly back before your eyes as you listen.
They also express gratitude for everything up to now, making it a perfect song for graduation season.
It’s a moving piece that can bring you to tears just by listening.
TokyoKetsumeishi
It’s a warm song by Ketsumeishi that seems to portray memories and bonds with friends that don’t fade even after setting off on a new journey.
The image of gazing at the scenery and reflecting on memories, along with the refreshing atmosphere conveyed through the sound, is striking.
While it depicts treasuring those who saw you off, it also expresses the resolve to work hard far away.
It strongly conveys the message that connections with people and the memories we’ve built become the strength to move toward the future.
I’ll keep going.Jonagōrudo
This is a song dedicated to you as you take a new step forward.
Its melody evokes the arrival of spring, and the warm vocals resonate with the heart.
The lyrics depict the busyness of daily life and the changing seasons, expressing the journey of finding your true self in a world in flux.
Released in January 2024, this is the fifth installment of Jonagold’s solo project.
The music video, filmed on a discontinued railway line in Aomori, is also a must-see.
It’s perfect for anyone feeling anxious about changes like starting school, beginning a job, or moving.
Why not listen to it as a motivational song that offers hope for your new life?
Song of DepartureAAA
A ballad by AAA that stays by your side when you take a new step forward.
With a melody that resonates deep in your heart and powerful lyrics, it gently embraces the complex emotions that come with moving or setting off on a new journey.
Beautifully expressing gratitude for past memories and hope for the future, this ballad single was released in January 2009.
Its charm lies in the vocals that showcase each member’s unique character.
It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Future Century Shakespeare” and ranked high on the Oricon charts.
It’s the perfect song for anyone facing a life milestone such as graduation or moving.
It will clear the clouds of a heart mixed with anxiety and anticipation.