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[2026] Modern graduation songs: Reiwa-era staples and new tracks you should know

When you think of graduation songs nowadays, what tracks come to mind? Many people may be looking for a chorus piece to sing at the ceremony or a song to color their memories.

Even in the Reiwa era, moving graduation songs continue to be created one after another.

In this article, we cover a wide range of songs perfect for elementary and junior high school graduation ceremonies.

From timeless classics that have been sung for years to new graduation songs destined to become standards, we’ve gathered works that sing of friendship, gratitude, and hope for the future.

We hope you find the perfect song to mark this important new beginning!

[2026] Today’s Graduation Songs: Must-Know Reiwa-Era Classics and New Graduation Tracks (81–90)

The happiest treasuresutopuri

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The happiest treasuresutopuri

As a heartwarming song that adds color to the graduation season, Sutopuri’s vocals resound.

Vividly depicting the March scenery of dancing cherry blossoms, it gently sings of memories with friends and hopes for the future.

Released in March 2023, the song was unveiled as a surprise during the group’s nationwide arena tour at Yokohama Arena.

Born from a collaboration with HoneyWorks, the fresh melody will gently encourage not only those graduating, but everyone taking a new step forward.

If you’re experiencing farewells with loved ones or embracing new encounters, please give this song a listen—it’s a sincere cheer from the heart.

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In conclusion

These days, the range of graduation songs has expanded richly—from classic choral pieces to the latest hits. For an elementary school graduation ceremony, the most important thing is to choose a song that children truly want to sing from the heart. With gratitude for the days spent with friends and teachers, and with hopes for a new world, may all the graduates welcome a memorable moment of departure, accompanied by music.