[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.

Playlist

[Song for a Departure] A send-off song for you. A classic masterpiece among departure songs.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Song of DepartureMr.Children		A song that gently envelops the anxieties of departure
2	A place where smiles awaitOfisharu Higedan Dism		A song that gently encourages the anxieties of setting out on a journey
3	We againSG		A cheer for setting out—an uplifting youth song that feels the future
4	Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu		Let's remember the bonds with our companions and move forward.
5	Bye-Bye ShowBiSH		A moving song that sings of gratitude and hope at the time of departure
6	proofflumpool		Emotional lyrics of 'Proof' and the member's return
7	On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai		Ai Kawashima sings about her feelings toward graduation
8	cherry blossomKALMA		The warm feelings of parting with the cherry blossoms and setting out on a new journey
9	Youth DiaryRyukku to soine gohan		An inspiring song that depicts the changes and possibilities of youth
10	When it shinesHitsuji Bungaku		A song that feels the brilliance of life and the beauty of the world
11	Sakura MelodyMakihara Noriyuki		A heart-resonating song portraying farewells at departure and the bonds that endure
12	Before the departureWANIMA		A powerful cheering song that gives you the courage to face forward
13	Days I can truly call the best right nowNORTH		A song that cheers you on as you set off to a new place
14	Sakura (2019)Moriyama Naotaro		A classic graduation song, the famous piece by Naotaro Moriyama.
15	Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro		A warm cheer song for graduation and new beginnings
16	Azure Swimnishina		Nishina, who drew attention with songs that encourage those who are struggling
17	Young SongKawasaki Takaya		Kawasaki Takaya’s cheer song encourages young people.
18	Critical HitRADWIMPS		A song that overcomes adversity and races toward the future
19	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		Step lightly forward toward your dreams!
20	oneselfTani Yuuki		A song for setting out on a journey to face the heart and find confidence
21	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Celebrate a farewell with the moving “Himawari no Yakusoku”
22	Endless JourneyMr.Children		An anthem of courage and hope for a new beginning
23	JourneyFuji Kaze		A song that warmly portrays memories of departure
24	Kitearashi		A cheer for a colleague embarking on a new chapter
25	YELLikimonogakari		A song about overcoming a farewell with a friend and growing toward the future
26	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		I want to show the people back home how hard I’m working.
27	HOMEShimizu Shota		The departure and determination of Shota Shimizu's debut song
28	YELL ~Yell~Kobukuro		A song that affirms the past and gives you the courage to move toward the future
29	STARTING OVERLittle Glee Monster		An inspiring song that turns the loneliness of parting into a smile
30	To You — A Message for Your Departure		A spring song that encourages those lost in life
31	Starting lineBaba Toshihide		Singing about the courage to move forward and the importance of trying again
32	DepartureGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s spring song “Tabidachi” is moving.
33	rainbow-coloredayaka		A song of courage and hope for walking a new path
34	SignalWANIMA		An inspiring song that celebrates the courage and hope to move forward
35	Words of FarewellKaientai		The Appeal and Gratitude of the Graduation Song 'Okuru Kotoba'
36	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE		A graduation song imbued with the courage to say goodbye and move forward
37	At dawn again today, with cherry blossoms dancingCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A bright, uplifting cheer song that celebrates bonds with friends
38	Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A support song of gratitude and determination for graduation
39	My friend — from here on, forever…Ketsumeishi		A moving anthem of support to ease the anxieties of departure
40	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		A song that gives you the courage to take a new step when moving to a new place
41	To the futureKiroro		A graduation song that gives you the courage to step into the future
42	Words of FarewellFLOW		The farewell song 'Okuru Kotoba' resonates with the heart.
43	The meaning of goodbyeNogizaka 46		A graduation song filled with gratitude for farewells and new encounters
44	GO!!!Hitsuji Bungaku		An encouraging song that gives you the courage to take a new step while reflecting on the past.
45	Cherry Blossom Rainabsorb		Sakura no Ame: Moving Lyrics and Haruyoshi Mori’s Voice
46	C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK		Singing about unwavering friendship and the importance of memories
47	Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS		The Power of a Cheer Song for a Friend Setting Out
48	Our Starting LineHIPPY		An anthem of youth that cheers you on, giving you a push toward your dreams.
49	CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi		Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s classic song “Kanpai” is gaining popularity.
50	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A heartfelt song depicting the season of graduation
51	Travelerssuis from Yorushika		Lyza’s theme song sung by Yorushika’s suis
52	lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyŌhara Sakurako		A moving song that sings of youthful farewells and memories
53	WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro		An iconic song with a positive message, cheering on a new chapter in life
54	Lingering Snowiruka		Songs of graduation and parting that depict scenes of youth
55	TokyoKetsumeishi		A warm message song about departure and bonds
56	1096Cody Rī (Ri)		A moving song filled with anxiety and gratitude for graduation: “1096”
57	BYE-BYEHamasaki Ayumi		A song of parting and a departure of vows, conveying hope for the future
58	Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48		A moving, heart-touching song worthy of a graduation
59	birthdayDISH//		A new life support song by DISH//
60	Faithmiwa		miwa’s cheer song “Faith”
61	Best FriendNishino Kana		A heartwarming song that sings of gratitude and bonds to a best friend.
62	TOKYOYUI		A song of anxiety and hope about leaving my hometown
63	to live onKANA-BOON		The courage to step into a new life with memories in your heart
64	Spring Dayaimyon		A cheer song depicting the love of a newlywed couple
65	Bye-bye, thank you.BUMP OF CHICKEN		A classic song that warmly sings about hopes for a new life
66	CorrectRADWIMPS		A cheer song by RADWIMPS, let’s move forward at our own pace
67	Radiant BoatFurederikku		Frederic, a powerful song about forging your own path
68	migratory bird[Alexandros]		Alexandros’s cheer song gives a push to take the first step into a new life
69	Time to Depart ~Asian Dream Song~Miyazawa Kazufumi with Hisaishi Joe		An inspiring Paralympic anthem
70	I’ll keep going.Jonagōrudo		An inspiring song filled with hope for a new life
71	Starting lineFLOWER FLOWER		A soul-stirring song that cheers on a new beginning
72	THANXWANIMA		A hope-filled cheering song, a heartwarming work
73	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		A heartfelt song themed around cherry blossoms and farewell
74	Kadode no Ippo (feat. CHICO CARLITO)ASOBOiSM		A heartwarming song that supports the journey into a new environment
75	Tomoë GakuenFukuyama Masaharu		An emotional song that sings about school memories.
76	I’m definitely going to make it an amazing room.LINDBERG		A classic song that captures both the hopes and anxieties of starting a new life
77	White shipInoue Yosui		A masterpiece by Yosui Inoue that depicts a farewell at a harbor, with beautifully rendered scenes and emotions.
78	Helloyama × bocchiboromaru		The new Pokémon opening theme by yama and Bocchi Boromaru
79	Dream Deliverynaniwa danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s high school baseball cheer song
80	Song of DepartureAAA		AAA’s moving ballad supports your life.
81	The happiest treasuresutopuri		An inspiring graduation season anthem
82	Transparent wingsruuto		An anthem cheering on a flightless bird as it challenges its dreams