[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] (21–30)
My WingsNakashima Masami

The ending theme of “Ojamajo Doremi Dokkān!”.
Its relaxing melody and sweet vocals evoke a sense of nostalgia.
It makes you realize that all the various emotions of everyday life are precious memories, and it inspires a desire to say “thank you” for everything.
From here, from hereTamaki Mari (CV: Minase Inori) Kobuchizawa Shirase (CV: Hanazawa Kana) Miyake Hinata (CV: Iguchi Yuka) Shiraishi Yuzuki (CV: Hayami Saori)

Graduation is a send-off—meaning it’s also a brand-new starting point.
Here’s an anime song I’d love for you to listen to when you want to boost your positivity.
It’s the ending theme from the anime “A Place Further Than the Universe.” Sung by the voice actors who appear in the series, it’s a very refreshing track that lightens your heart as you listen.
The sparkling piano phrases are beautiful and moving, too.
It’s a perfect number for graduation, filling you with hope for the future—like saying, “Let’s face forward and set off with confidence.”
[Departure] A Special Feature on Anime Songs to Hear at Graduation Ceremonies [Tearjerkers] (31–40)
Sakura MitsutsukiSPYAIR

A refreshing SPYAIR number themed around encounters and farewells.
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Gintama.
Especially around graduation season when the cherry blossoms bloom, many of us are reminded of the friends we shared those days with.
This is a song that lets you feel the bonds that keep you connected with such friends, no matter where you are.
Bond of Promiseyoumu toubatsutai

I want friends who will be apart after graduation to listen to it together.
We’ll each go our own way toward our dreams, but even if we’re far apart and can’t meet, I’m sure we’ll still feel like we’ll always be friends.
The Season of See You Again…inazuma ōru sutāzu

It’s the theme song of the soccer-themed anime Inazuma Eleven.
The lyrics, woven around the theme of “youth,” will surely resonate with anyone about to graduate and make memories to last a lifetime! It’s a little sad to part ways with your friends after graduation, but isn’t it exciting to think about meeting again, each of you having grown so much?
KanadeFujimiya Kaori (CV: Amamiya Sora)

It was originally a song by Sukima Switch.
In the anime One Week Friends, the heroine Kaori Fujimiya sang it.
Her cute and gentle voice brings tears to your eyes.
It felt like it expressed the sadness of graduating.
Aurora DaysSanshū Chūgaku Yūsha-bu

The ending theme of Yuki Yuna Is a Hero.
It’s no exaggeration to call it the ultimate friendship song—a true classic.
It passionately sings about wanting irreplaceable memories to remain, not just for oneself but for one’s friends as well.


