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[Spring High School Baseball] A Look Back at Historic Entrance Songs, TV Theme Songs, and Popular Cheer Chants!

One of the biggest goals for high school baseball players is the Spring High School Baseball Tournament.

Every year, the passionate play of these athletes moves people all across Japan.

Essential to high school baseball are the entrance march for the opening ceremony, the theme songs, and the cheering songs.

In particular, the entrance march and the theme songs for the opening ceremony always spark discussion about which tracks will be chosen each year.

Cheering songs range from timeless standards to the latest hits, with a wide variety of pieces in use.

In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive selection of songs related to the Spring High School Baseball Tournament! We’ve also included a list of past entrance marches, so be sure to check them out!

Spring High School Baseball: Introducing Historical Entrance Songs, Program Theme Songs, and Popular Cheer Chants! (81–90)

FightNakajima Miyuki

Miyuki Nakajima is one of Japan’s most iconic singer-songwriters.

“Fight,” the anthem she sings for everyone across the nation, embodies her unique presence.

There’s no doubt its passionate message will resonate with young high school baseball players as well.

It’s truly a perfect song for high school baseball.

Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira

A single that unfolds like a coming-of-age drama, portraying the friendship and conflicts of two young men.

The bittersweet feelings and burning passion of protagonists who left their hometown to chase their dreams strike a chord.

Performed by Shuuji to Akira, the song was released in November 2005 and topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It was chosen as the entrance march for the 2006 National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament and is beloved as a rousing youth anthem that sets hearts ablaze.

It’s a warm yet fiery cheer song that celebrates the bond with a dear friend and gives you the courage to charge toward your dreams.

The crown of glory shines upon you.Natsukawa Rimi

The Crown Will Shine Upon You - Rimi Natsukawa (Stereo Version)
The crown of glory shines upon you.Natsukawa Rimi

It’s a song and march with lyrics by Daisuke Kaga and music by Yuji Koseki, released in 1948.

For many people, this is the tune that comes to mind when they think of high school baseball.

It has been performed by various singers, and this video features the Rimi Natsukawa version.

Although the lyrics use an old-fashioned style, the song is widely loved.

cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai

Ai Otsuka’s “Sakuranbo” is also a classic song that’s inseparable from high school baseball.

Its energetic, poppy, lively vibe is a perfect match for students in the thick of their youth.

It’s often performed by brass bands as a cheering song.

pinpoint shotYamamoto Rinda

Among Linda Yamamoto’s many songs, the hugely popular classic “Neraiuchi” was released in 1973.

It has become a staple cheer song at high school baseball games.

The lively rhythm of the brass band is perfect for cheering and is guaranteed to fire up the crowd—truly an indispensable tune for high school baseball!