[Spring Songs] Masterpieces to Listen to in April: Classic Tracks that Color the Month

Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya

Takanori Kawasaki - Sakura Usagi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Sakura Usagi, a cherry blossom-themed song sung by singer-songwriter Takaya Kawasaki, who’s been making waves mainly on social media.

Released in 2021, the track resonated with many people.

That’s because it’s a heartrending love song that portrays a timid crush—unable to confess their feelings with graduation just around the corner—through the image of a “Sakura Usagi.” There may be many who actually graduated without ever sharing their feelings.

It may be painful now, but in a few years, when you listen to this song, you’ll likely find yourself thinking, “How nostalgic.”

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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Blossom declaration!NEW!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu

Blossom declaration!

A hopeful pop tune that makes you want to listen under the gentle spring sunshine.

Created as the theme song for the film “Himitsu no Aipri: Mankai Buzzrium Live!”, this piece overflows with the positive power that’s the hallmark of Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu.

The lyrics portray a strong will to bloom as your true self, even while carrying anxiety and vulnerability, gently supporting those starting a new chapter in life.

This track is also included on the album “Tokimeki Egao,” released in March 2026.

Its dazzling synthesizer tones leave a strong impression, so why not play it on a morning when you want a fresh mindset or during a sunny weekend drive? If you listen while feeling the spring breeze, it will lift your spirits even more.

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Naniwa Danshi – Doki it [Official Music Video]

This eighth release from Naniwa Danshi rides on a spring breeze—an upbeat, hopeful song finished as a refreshing rock tune.

It conveys the excitement of stepping into a new environment and the importance of living true to yourself with vibrant energy.

While we sometimes face adversity, the message resonates: accept it as part of life and move forward with joy.

Chosen as the theme for AOKI’s “Freshers Fair” commercial and released in February 2025, this track is a cheer song that gently pushes not only those starting a new chapter in life, but everyone ready to take a new step.

Cherry Blossom ForestNEW!Hoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Sakura no Mori (Live from “Banquet” 2021)

When you think of cherry blossom season, many people might imagine a gentle, moody ballad.

But this song by Gen Hoshino weaves in elements of soul and dance classics, creating an irresistibly groovy feel that makes your body want to move.

It’s not simply upbeat, either—the lyrics capture a subtle, unsettling murmur beneath spring’s beauty, gripping listeners and not letting go.

Included on a double A-side single released in June 2014, it also drew attention as J-WAVE’s spring campaign song that year.

It’s perfect for a stroll in the spring sunshine or for lifting your spirits at the start of a new chapter.

Heralding springyama

yama – Harbinger of Spring (Official Video)

This is yama’s signature track, released digitally in April 2020, known for its unique worldview as if slicing out a late-night city and its floating, airy melody.

The lyrics, which weave together an urban nightscape and feelings of solitude, depict the delicate emotions of young people swaying between social media and real life.

It’s a recommended song for spring, when many begin new chapters and want to reexamine their true selves.

EnchantedSaucy Dog

Saucy Dog “Enchanted” Music Video

In 2022, the three-piece band Saucy Dog drew attention for their remarkable success, even appearing on the year-end Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

Their song “Mahou ni Kakerarete” was released digitally in 2022 and was also used as the theme song for Abema’s dating show “Koisuru ♡ Shuumatsu Homestay 2022 Spring.” Because the show left such a strong impression, many people likely associate it with spring.

It’s a love song—one of Saucy Dog’s secrets to popularity—that tenderly teases out those fluttery feelings of romance, a track you’ll want to listen to on a spring night while thinking of someone you like.

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Spring is a gradientNEW!Superfly

Superfly – Spring is a Gradation Official Video

This is a Superfly song I’d like you to listen to when you want to feel the thrilling gradation of the seasons.

It’s included on the album “Heat Wave,” released in May 2023, and was written as a campaign song for FM802 and Chuo University.

It was originally performed by a limited-time unit, but this version is a self-cover by Shiho Ochi.

Her powerful yet light vocals gently envelop the mixed feelings of anxiety and anticipation that come with spring.

There’s a warmth that feels like it’s giving a supportive push to those starting a new chapter in life.

It’s a pop number that gives you the courage to take a step forward when a change in environment has you feeling a bit tense.