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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for Cultural and School Festival Live Performances [2025]

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

Speaking of anime songs, they’ve become mainstream in the music industry recently, haven’t they?

If you look at music charts, it’s not unusual to see anime theme songs lined up at the top.

In this article, we’ll introduce popular anime songs that are sure to hype up your school festival for those who want to perform anisongs and get the crowd going!

We’ve selected not only the latest hits, but also classic favorites and songs that are easy for beginner bands to cover, so use this as a reference when choosing your setlist!

[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Culture Festival Live Shows [2025] (61–70)

GO!!!FLOW

FLOW 'GO!!! ~15th Anniversary ver.~' (Music Video Full Ver. with Commentary)

GO!!!FLOW

This is a classic anime song that was used as the opening theme for the hugely popular anime NARUTO.

It’s up-tempo with rap sections, delivering an arrangement that really gets you pumped up.

People still sing it often at karaoke today.

If you get the audience to join in with call-and-response during the chorus, the whole venue is sure to feel united!

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SiriusEir Aoi

Eir Aoi 'Sirius (Music Video) - Short ver. -'

Sirius Eir Aoi

How about some fast-paced guitar rock? Released in 2013 as Eir Aoi’s fifth single, it served as the opening theme for the anime Kill la Kill.

With its simple, classic sound, it’s the kind of track that audiences at a live show can easily get into.

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Just AwakeFear, and Loathing in Las Vegas

［PV］Just Awake (English ver)/Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas

Just AwakeFear, and Loathing in Las Vegas

It’s the ending theme of HUNTER×HUNTER.

It’s well-known as an anime song, and since both the track and the band are popular, it’s sure to get the crowd going! The song features catchy, chiptune-like synth phrases, so when you cover it, be sure to use synced backing tracks.

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Welcome to Japari ParkAnimal Biscuits × PPP

TV anime 'Kemono Friends' theme song: 'Welcome to Japari Park' / Doubutsu Biscuits × PPP

Welcome to Japari Park — Doubutsu Biscuit × PPP

This is the opening theme of the anime “Kemono Friends,” which sparked a major boom and drew as many as 200,000 views during the Nico Nico Douga marathon broadcast up to episode 11.

The lyrics and upbeat tempo are quintessential anison, but if you listen closely, the arrangement is clever and makes it a fascinating track.

There are plenty of performance videos on YouTube and elsewhere, so if you want to try playing it, feel free to use them as references.

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The Strongest, Number One, All-OutFEEL SO BAD

FEEL SO BAD – Super-Powered Strongest No.1 [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Bari Bari Saikyo No.1 FEEL SO BAD

It’s a popular song that was used as the theme for Hell Teacher Nūbē.

In fact, it’s a pretty intense track with double bass drumming thundering away.

It takes technique, but it’s a rewarding piece for drummers.

The lyrics are easy to understand, so open your mouth wide and sing clearly so the audience can hear you well.

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trajectoryLuck Life

Kiseki

Trajectory Rack Life

The ending theme song for Season 5 of the anime Bungo Stray Dogs.

It’s a full-throttle uptempo track from the band that has continuously handled the ending themes since Season 1’s “Namae o Yobuyo.” Packed with elements from past installments, it’s a song that deepens the love for both Luck Life fans and anime fans alike.

From the intro onward, the beautiful tones of the electric guitar are striking.

Alongside Luck Life’s signature band ensemble, this emotional number lets you feel the journey you’ve walked and the undeniable proof you’ve gained.

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far awayASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

Asian Kung-Fu Generation Haruka Kanata Live HD

Haruka Kanata by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION

It’s a song familiar from the anime NARUTO.

The difficulty isn’t high, so it’s recommended for beginners.

However, if you don’t nail the key moments, it will immediately feel loose.

Keep practicing to increase the level of polish.

How passionately you can sing it is also an important point.

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