[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!
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[Spring High School Baseball] Introducing Historic Entrance Songs, Program Theme Songs, and Popular Cheer Chants! (31–40)
weedberii guddoman

A powerful cheer song by Beverly Goodman that supports everyone’s challenges toward their life dreams and goals.
The refreshing melodies woven by the Osaka-born trio and the sound that fuses J-pop with hip-hop leave a strong impression.
Its message-rich lyrics, which celebrate the process of hard work, give courage to hearts on the verge of giving up.
Released in August 2022, the song was also chosen as the theme for Asahi Broadcasting Radio’s “ABC Fresh Up Baseball” and featured in the Virtual High School Baseball spot video for the 104th National High School Baseball Championship.
It’s a track that gently yet powerfully pushes forward not only those striving in baseball, but everyone fighting to carve out their own path.
You are the star.Sazan Ōrusutāzu

This work is characterized by a rock sound brimming with exhilaration and a melody whose powerful message strikes straight to the heart.
Released by Southern All Stars in July 2004, the song drew attention as a cheer anthem for the Athens Olympics and as a campaign song for Toyota Motor Corporation.
Created as an encouragement song for Olympic athletes and listeners alike, it instills hope for a radiant future and the courage to take on new challenges.
In 2005, it was selected as the entrance march for the 77th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, powerfully supporting high school ballplayers as they fought with courage and passion.
It’s a quintessential cheer song that resonates not only with baseball lovers, but with everyone striving toward their dreams.
Everyday, KachushaAKB48

A memorable track featuring a crystal-clear melody and lyrics filled with straightforward feelings for a loved one.
Released in May 2011, it was used in a commercial for Asahi Soft Drinks’ WONDA and also gained attention as the theme song for the film “If a High School Baseball Manager Read Drucker’s ‘Management’,” starring Atsuko Maeda.
In 2012, it was selected as the entrance march for the opening ceremony of the 84th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
The melody that echoed through the stadium became an uplifting anthem that gently supports young people striving toward their dreams, leaving a lasting impression on many hearts.
Glass BoyKinKi Kids

One of KinKi Kids’ signature songs, released in July 1997, it explores the fragility and bittersweetness of youth, portraying a boy’s heart as delicate as glass.
The refreshing vocals and nuanced delivery blend beautifully, depicting the journey of growing up while carrying the pains and conflicts of love.
It was selected as the entrance march for the 70th National High School Baseball Championship in 1998.
Despite its darker atmosphere, the song stands out as a cool track with a catchy, instantly familiar melody line.
This is my way of life.PUFFY

A gem of a pop tune that expresses the joy and gratitude found in everyday life with a lively rhythm and catchy melody.
This work sings refreshingly about the wonder of living with a positive outlook.
The courage to move forward as yourself without fearing failure, and a caring heart for those around you, resound powerfully alongside a youthful vocal.
After its release in October 1996, it became a major hit, topping the Oricon charts for three consecutive weeks, and it also drew attention as the song for Shiseido Tissera’s TV commercial.
Furthermore, it was selected as the entrance march for the 69th National Invitational High School Baseball Tournament in the spring of 1997, coloring the departure of hopeful high school ballplayers.
It’s a song that gently yet firmly supports those striving toward their dreams and those about to take a new step forward.
[Spring High School Baseball] Introducing Historic Entrance Marches, Program Theme Songs, and Popular Cheering Songs! (41–50)
Let’s do our best.SMAP

This is a celebrated song by SMAP that extols tireless effort and an indomitable spirit, chosen as the entrance march for the 67th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.
Its bright, forward-looking message blends perfectly with a distinctive, groove-filled rhythm.
Immediately after its release in September 1994, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and was also used as the opening theme for “Naruhodo! The World.” The song became a major hit, selling over 720,000 copies.
It’s a track that gives courage and hope in the face of adversity—one that powerfully pushes you forward.
Sora-buneTOKIO

A signature song by TOKIO, created as an anthem to cheer on people standing at important crossroads in life.
Its powerful message—of forging your own path by your own will—gives a boost to countless baseball players.
Released in August 2006, this work, which instills courage and hope in the face of difficulty, debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
It drew attention as the theme song for the drama “My Boss My Hero,” and won the Lyricist Award at the 48th Japan Record Awards.
In March 2007, it was also chosen as the entrance march for the 79th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, stirring the hearts of young people aiming for Koshien.
A gem of a song for anyone continuing to pursue their dreams or standing at a turning point in life.



