[Farewell to Guests] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Ceremonies and Receptions [2026]

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The fun wedding and reception are coming to an end, and it’s finally the moment for the bride and groom to make their exit… It’s a precious time that could be called the culmination of the day, so you’ll want to heighten the mood with just the right BGM.

Of course, some people will want to create a moving atmosphere with a ballad, while others may choose an upbeat song to keep things lighthearted as they leave.

In this article, we’ve put together a variety of songs—both Western and Japanese—that work well for the exit scene at weddings and receptions.

If you’re struggling to choose your wedding BGM, be sure to check it out!

[Farewell to Guests] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Ceremonies and Receptions [2026] (21–30)

SUNHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – SUN (Official Video)

SUNHoshino Gen

Its very poppy sound and fun image make it popular, and many couples (bride and groom) choose it because they want a lively, cheerful atmosphere for the final send-off.

Since it was also used as the theme song for a Fuji TV drama, many people can sing along to it.

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Motherkariyushi 58

Kariyushi58 “Anma”

Motherkariyushi 58

This is a song used by couples (the bride and groom) to express their gratitude to their mothers.

It’s a hidden gem that many fans of Okinawan music know.

The Okinawan mothers who appear in the music video also became a talking point for how soothing they are to watch.

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[Farewell] Popular Wedding Songs by Scene for Weddings and Receptions [2026] (31–40)

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

Himawari no Yakusoku – Motohiro Hata (Full)

Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro

It drew attention as the theme song for the blockbuster film “STAND BY ME Doraemon.” Motohiro Hata’s gentle vocals make it a heartwarming ballad.

By becoming the theme song for the beloved national anime “Doraemon,” the song also gained wide recognition.

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To the futureKiroro

To the Future / kiroro (Cover)

To the futureKiroro

It is said that vocalist Chiharu Tamashiro wrote this song when she was in junior high school as an expression of gratitude to her mother.

Thanks to the duo’s gentle vocals and the song’s wide recognition, it is often used in wedding scenes, particularly during the send-off.

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Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

Wherever You Are – ONE OK ROCK Full

Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

It’s a slow-tempo ballad, and above all, the voice and singing style are outstanding, which has made it very popular.

Sung with a mix of Japanese and English lyrics, the song began to attract attention about five to six years after its release.

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Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

FUNKY MONKEY BABYS “Thank You”

Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS

This is the final single released before FUNKY MONKEY BABYS disbanded.

Their songs drew attention for featuring well-known figures on the cover art and in the music videos, and for this track, Sanma Akashiya was chosen.

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threadBank Band

Ito (Thread) — Bank Band

threadBank Band

Lyrics about people meeting and becoming one are popular, making this a classic song used at weddings.

Another reason for its popularity is Mr.

Children’s Sakurai’s gentle singing voice.

Recently, it has even been covered by artists like Masaharu Fukuyama and Chris Hart.

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