Spring songs that were hits in the 90s. Classic and popular tracks from Japanese music.
There are lots of songs about the seasons, but there are especially many that sing about spring.
Of course there are songs about cherry blossoms, a symbol of spring, and there are also many that reflect on the warm, comfortable season itself.
Spring is also a time when many people experience farewells and new encounters, and it marks the start of new chapters in life, so there are plenty of graduation and encouragement songs as well.
In this article, we’ll focus on songs with themes associated with spring that were hits in the 1990s.
It’s a collection packed with nostalgic spring tunes, and among them are timeless classics that people still hear often today.
Let’s listen together!
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Spring songs that were hits in the ’90s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (41–50)
To tomorrowHirosue Ryōko
A song with a warm melodic line that gently wraps both hope for the future and the loneliness of parting, leaving a lasting impression.
With a fresh, approachable composition by Mayo Okamoto layered with Ryoko Hirosue’s translucent vocals, it becomes a heartwarming track that gives you the courage to take a new step forward.
Released in February 1999, it was featured in a Sakura Bank commercial and as the ending theme for TBS’s “Wonderful,” debuting at No.
9 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
It’s the perfect song for the spring season—one we especially recommend to those beginning a new chapter in life.
GraduaterShiina Hekiru
Known for its powerful vocals and uplifting message that champions youth, this is a must-have fan favorite at Hekiru Shiina’s live shows.
It vividly portrays the protagonist’s feelings as they cherish bonds with friends and companions while stepping forward toward their own future.
Even when faced with setbacks and doubts, the unwavering will to keep looking ahead and fighting on resonates deeply, carried by a passionate melody.
Since its release in January 1998, it has been widely supported by fans and was included on the album “Baby Blue Eyes.” The guitar work featuring DAITA from SIAM SHADE further enhances the song’s appeal.
It’s a highly recommended track for anyone about to take a new step or for those who want to cheer on someone striving toward their dreams.
RomanceHarada Tomoyo
Actress and singer Tomoyo Harada.
Her 1997 release “Romance” is a legendary ’90s hit that stayed on the Oricon charts for 11 consecutive weeks.
The song’s springlike, cheerful feel and her gentle voice are its charms.
She isn’t the type who impresses with overwhelming vocal power; her strength lies in a natural singing style.
The vocals are double-tracked, giving it a uniquely pleasant sound.
This recording technique was commonly used in the ’90s, so it also carries a nostalgic vibe!
Come, springHirose Kōmi
One track by Kohmi Hirose from the December 1994 album “Harvest” is a gem that vividly portrays the complex realities of modern women’s love lives and careers.
It skillfully weaves together the shifting emotions of a single woman—expectations of becoming a full-time homemaker, a sudden heartbreak, immersion in her career, and the hope for new love.
The emotional trajectory from a love-first mindset to single-minded dedication to work, and then to awaiting a spring-like new encounter, is expressed through powerful vocals and a bright melody line.
This work is a heartwarming anthem that gently supports everyone striving forward while grappling with love and work.
Tossed by the spring breezeofukōsu
It’s an up-tempo number brimming with bittersweet emotion, depicting the heart of a man who’s fallen in love just as spring approaches.
Kazumasa Oda’s vocals add rich expressiveness, making the song’s atmosphere even more captivating.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while taking a walk on a breezy spring day.
Takezono Sato’s chorus is wonderful as well! It’s included on the 1990 album “Far East Cafe.”
bubble; ephemeral; transient (like foam)Cocco
An album track by Cocco, whose unique worldview is captivating.
The string tones and the wistful atmosphere leave a strong impression.
Drawing on the Hikan-zakura, the earliest-blooming cherry blossoms in Japan mentioned in the lyrics, it evokes scenes of Okinawa.
It is included on Kumuiuta, which also features the major hit Tsuyoku Hakanai Monotachi.
Robinsonsupittsu
Known as a classic song about spring, this is one of Spitz’s signature tracks.
The bittersweetness and anxiety that arrive with the start of a new season are universal emotions everyone has felt at least once.
Lyrics depicting the protagonist’s longing love and a special world for just the two of them seep into the heart, carried by a clear, translucent melody.
Released in April 1995, it sold over 1.62 million copies.
It was also included on the album “Honey” (Hachimitsu) and won the Excellence Award at the 37th Japan Record Awards.
It’s a recommended song when you want to look back on memories of your youth or reflect on relationships with those dear to you.
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
The eighth single by Spitz, a four-piece rock band that released iconic 1990s songs like “Robinson” and “Cherry.” Used as the theme song for the TV drama “Hakusen Nagashi,” it has come to be widely recognized as a graduation song due to the drama’s image.
With an intro that opens on a striking guitar phrase and a lyrical melody, the arrangement beautifully evokes the feeling of spring.
It’s a spring song that represents the 1990s J-pop scene and is loved across generations.
Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue
This track stands out with its refreshing, crystal-clear sound.
Its song structure, which seems to epitomize late-’90s pop rock, brims with the invigorating feeling of spring’s arrival.
The melody is catchy throughout, with an unforgettable familiarity after just one listen.
Tama’s soaring high-tone vocals add vivid color to the song’s world.
Released in January 1999, the song was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen on December 31 of the same year, becoming a major catalyst for the band’s breakthrough.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear in seasons of new beginnings and farewells.
SO YOUNGTHE YELLOW MONKEY
Known by the nickname “Iemon,” this is the 18th single by the four-piece rock band THE YELLOW MONKEY, who disbanded once in 2004 and reunited in 2016.
The song was used as the weather theme for the news program “News Station,” and is also known as the final track of THE YELLOW MONKEY’s first era.
From its melancholic, organ-featured intro to the chorus delivered with powerful vocals, it’s a lyrical piece packed with the band’s appeal.
It passionately sings of spring—a season when new life returns—while also evoking the backdrop of the 1990s.