[Departure] A Special Feature on Anime Songs to Hear at Graduation Ceremonies [Tearjerkers]
When it comes to graduation songs, there are all kinds—from classic choral pieces to popular J-pop hits.
But if you’re an anime fan, you probably want to listen to anime songs that are perfect for graduation! In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of anime tracks you’ll definitely want to hear as you reflect on graduation.
In addition to the timeless staples every anime fan thinks of, we’ll also feature songs that aren’t originally “graduation songs” but still fit the graduation vibe.
We hope you find a new favorite!
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[Departure] A Special Feature on Anime Songs You Want to Hear at Graduation Ceremonies [Tearjerkers] (71–80)
GONGWANIMA

You’re guaranteed the hottest send-off imaginable! It’s a song by WANIMA, a three-piece band from Kumamoto Prefecture, included on their fifth single “Summer Trap!!” released in 2019.
It’s the theme song for the movie ONE PIECE STAMPEDE.
The powerful sound and the emotional message of the lyrics really stir your feelings! Graduation can be a sad event, but there are people who still want to say goodbye with a smile to their friends and teachers, right? Draw strength from this song, by all means.
Leaves of Words, Green LeavesWake Up Girls!

The ending theme of ‘Wake Up, Girls!’.
It’s a song that makes you think back to that day we all walked together, in the season of fresh green that comes around again and again.
The road toward our dreams is never an easy one, but let’s set out with the words we promised our friends—“We won’t give up”—held close to our hearts.
a straight roadaoba nishi koukou jūdō bu

The anime Mō Ippon! portrays girls devoted to judo, and its ending theme is Ipponmichi.
It’s performed by the Aoba West High School Judo Club from the anime, sung by the voice actors of each character.
The song is a pop tune that layers the judo term ippon with the path leading into the future.
Since it’s about the excitement of life after graduation, even those who haven’t seen the anime or don’t practice judo can relate.
Growing UpMachico

Within its bright and refreshing melody, this song is filled with the genuine feelings of young people chasing their dreams.
It expresses the anxiety and fear that linger even as they hold ambition in their hearts, as well as the strength to keep looking forward and moving on.
Machico’s gentle vocals, which sing about growing together with friends while cherishing one’s individuality, resonate deeply.
The song was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3,” which began airing in April 2024.
It’s a track that not only enhances the anime, but also gives a supportive push to those starting a new chapter in life or striving toward their dreams.
From Me to YouTanizawa Tomofumi

This is a message song that encourages you to be honest with your feelings and to clearly convey what you want to say to others.
It’s a track by Tomofumi Tanizawa, a singer-songwriter from Gifu Prefecture, released in 2009 as his second single.
It was selected as the opening theme for the anime Kimi ni Todoke, based on a shoujo manga.
The fresh, light melody feels great to listen to.
Graduation is also a time for confessions, isn’t it? Why not take courage from this song and bare your innermost feelings?


