[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)
Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad

A ballad by My Hair is Bad filled with a warm message of gratitude to friends who shared irreplaceable time together, and of turning even painful experiences into strength for the future.
The sincere words penned by vocalist Tomohito Shiiki affirm the days that have passed in their entirety and give you the courage to take a new step forward.
Released in June 2024, the song also drew attention for being written as the theme for the film Crayon Shin-chan: Our Dinosaur Diary.
It’s an important track that closes out the album ghosts, featuring a grand band sound worthy of a story’s end credits.
It’s a song that gently supports graduates as they etch their memories into their hearts and move on toward tomorrow—why not listen to it together with your cherished friends?
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.
Orange7!!

This is the ending theme of the anime Your Lie in April, which drew a huge response even from people who don’t normally watch anime.
While it isn’t specifically a graduation-themed song, it portrays a bittersweet parting, so I think it’s perfect for the graduation season.
Some memorable lines from the anime are included in the lyrics, so try looking for them.
Please give me wingsHayashibara Megumi

This is an insert song from the animated film Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance, which is popular across generations.
It was used during a shocking scene near the end, so many who have seen the movie probably remember it well.
It’s a classic choral piece often sung at graduation ceremonies.
It’s performed by Megumi Hayashibara, who voices the character Rei Ayanami.
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.


