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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 Performances [2025] (181–190)

Little Charm FangYuka Iguchi

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Little Charm Fang Yuka Iguchi

It’s the opening theme for the anime Strike the Blood OVA and Yuka Iguchi’s fifth single.

Unlike her previous cute and refreshing style, it features a fast-paced sound with a slightly darker atmosphere.

The lyrics, depicting various inner conflicts and carrying a hint of anguish, leave a deep impression.

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[For Band Members] Recommended Anime Songs for School Cultural Festival Live Performances [2025] (191–200)

sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN「sailing day」

sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN

It’s the theme song of the film “ONE PIECE THE MOVIE: The Adventure of Dead End,” a famous track by the renowned rock band BUMP OF CHICKEN.

Although it was released in 2003, its appeal hasn’t faded even today.

Let’s heat up the venue with its energetic sound.

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Midnight RendezvousHello Sleepwalkers

Hello Sleepwalkers - Midnight Meeting (Music Video)

Midnight Rendezvous Hello Sleepwalkers

It was used as the opening theme for Noragami.

The guitar riff from the intro is striking, making it perfect for showcasing guitar technique.

It’s technically quite challenging, so bands confident in their skills should definitely give it a try.

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crossing fieldLiSA

Lisa – Crossing Field (Sword Art Online Opening) Live

crossing fieldLiSA

It’s the opening theme of the anime Sword Art Online.

Released in 2012 as LiSA’s second single.

It’s a bit technical, but it has a sense of speed and really shines on stage.

Let’s show off a crisp, sharp performance.

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Song of HopeUltra Tower

Ultra Tower / “Song of Hope” Music Video

Song of Hope Ultra Tower

It’s the opening theme of the anime Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma.

With a catchy melody line and a very refreshing sound, it’s packed with elements that will get the crowd excited on stage.

It’s also easy for a three-piece band to cover, so if you’re looking for a song like that, be sure to check it out.

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All the nameless thingsAnt with spines but without stings

[Official Music Video] Togenashi Togeari “Nameless Everything” – Anime “Girls Band Cry”

Nameless everything: thornless and thorny

Togenashi Togeari is a rock band formed through auditions.

Their debut single, “Nameless, Everything,” used as the theme song for the anime Girls Band Cry, kicks off with an impactful opening and a cool rock sound that really amps you up.

The ensemble, woven with high-level musicianship, has a charm that’s sure to impress longtime rock fans.

It’s a cool rock tune that makes it impossible not to look forward to the band’s future.

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sea colorAKINO from bless4

AKINO from bless4 “Miiro (Sea Color)” Music Video

Sea-Blue AKINO from bless4

This is a song that colored the work as the opening theme for the explosively popular Kantai Collection -KanColle-.

Beyond its intense rock sound, the long-breath vocal sections feel great, with a highly emotional arrangement.

It’s a track you’ll want to perform in a headlong rush, so as not to lose that sense of speed.

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