Classic songs about school uniforms. Recommended popular tracks.

uniformyoshida takurou

Uniform Takuro

This is a famous song by Takuro Yoshida that sings of the hopes and bittersweet sorrow of young people who moved to Tokyo from rural areas through group employment.

It’s a track included on his album “Kusazoshi,” released in June 1973.

Lyricist Osami Okamoto’s story, which begins in the bustle of Tokyo Station, is breathtaking.

The narrator’s perspective moves through the past and future of girls in their school uniforms: family evenings back home, loneliness in the big city, and days spent clutching a small paycheck while waiting for the weekend.

The way they end up hiding the harsh reality and telling little lies to their hometown is just so heartrending.

Summer of UniformsMayo Okamoto

Summer of Uniforms

It’s a fresh, bittersweet song by Mayo Okamoto that unfolds scenes of youth before your eyes—summer sunshine and the sea glimpsed from the window of a swaying train.

It delivers the thrill we felt rushing around in our school uniforms, carried by a crisp acoustic sound.

The quickening heartbeat for the person who just happened to sit beside you, the wordless, frustrating feelings—don’t they overlap with the precious memories everyone keeps tucked away inside? When you want to linger in the shining memories of your school days, why not gently open the album of your heart with this song?

Da Capo: The Oath of the Second Buttonyozuka*

Da Capo ~ The Oath of the Second Button ~ (with full lyrics) yozuca* ~Da Capo~ D.C. OP

In the opening theme of the PC game “D.C.

~Da Capo~,” a boy has long harbored a crush on a girl.

What’s moving is that, ever since the time they first wore their brand-new school uniforms, he’d never been able to confess his feelings—but on graduation day, he finally told her, and his wish came true.

The last spring breakhaifaisetto

Saigo No Haruyasumi

Written and composed by Yumi Matsutoya (a.k.a.

Yuming), this song is one of the tracks on the 1979 release “OLIVE,” and it was also provided to the band Hi-Fi Set.

It portrays a page from adolescence: the boy she had a crush on and she shared the same school uniform, but after graduation they go their separate ways—she believes he won’t even remember her anymore.

Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

[Momoclo MV] Go for it! Phantom Thief Girl / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER / IKUZE! KAITOU SHOUJO)

When the school chime rings, they cast off their uniforms and transform into weekend heroines! Released in May 2010, this is Momoiro Clover Z’s major-label debut single.

As “phantom thieves” who steal listeners’ hearts, it carries a powerful message about lighting up the world with smiles and song.

Their focus on invisible treasures—like the bond with fans—over what’s merely visible fills you with courage.

The track was also used as the opening theme for TBS’s “Rank Kingdom.” Give it your all with your friends at a school festival or event, and it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory!

Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu

[MV] Dear Sir/Madam, On This Day When Cherry Blossoms Flutter Down / Mafumafu [Shonen Janmaga Gakuen]

A heartwarming coming-of-age story by Mafumafu that vividly captures the emotion of spring as cherry blossoms flutter in the air.

It begins with gentle piano melodies and unfolds into a brisk, driving rhythm—an arrangement that leaves a strong impression.

Weaving together universal themes such as school-day memories, friendship, and parting with care, the song’s warm vocals feel close to the listener’s heart.

Included on the album “Kagurairo Artifact,” released in October 2019, it was also chosen as the theme song for the website “Shonen Janmaga Gakuen.” It’s a track to listen to when you want to feel the tender memories of student days, the arrival of spring, or when you’re experiencing a farewell with someone dear.

SAKURA GoodbyeSCANDAL

SCANDAL “SAKURA Goodbye” / Sakura Goodbye – Music Video

The familiar uniform feels tight—probably because I’ve fastened all the buttons I usually leave undone.

Yes, today is a special day: graduation.

The two who are dating will go their separate ways.

Their parting words are “Let’s meet again,” not “Goodbye,” yet it still means a farewell.

Rock music in school uniforms is a fresh twist.