[Cherry Blossom Season] Spring Song Special by Japanese Rock/Pop Bands [Meetings & Partings]

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Spitz / Cherry

A gem of a rock number with a refreshing melody that evokes the start of a new season and paints bittersweet memories of love.

Released by Spitz in April 1996, this song topped the Oricon chart in its fourth week and became a massive hit, selling a total of 1.613 million copies.

Its gentle, enveloping tune captures the sweet-and-sour memories of youth, while the members’ tight, cohesive performance weaves an exquisite harmony.

Masamune Kusano’s poetic lyrics portray a protagonist who accepts the end of a romance yet strives to move forward, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s a song that quietly stays by your side as you carry the pain of heartbreak and still choose to step into the future.

MY GRADUATIONChekkāzu

MY GRADUATION

A gemlike ballad that richly portrays the milestone of graduation.

Set to a gentle melody, it tenderly depicts scenes like exchanging buttons on school uniforms and walking together to the station.

Looking back on memories from ages 16 to 18, it masterfully conveys both the sweetness of young love and the poignancy of parting.

Included on The Checkers’ album “GO” and released in 1987, it was the group’s first self-produced work, with lyrics by Fumiya Fujii and music by Susumu Takeuchi.

Deeply rooted in Japan’s music scene as a staple to hear during graduation season, this song is wholeheartedly recommended for anyone who cherishes memories of their youth.

Yearning for springBotanikaru na kurashi.

Yearning for spring

Botanical na Kurashi., a six-piece pop band from Tokyo, released their seventh digital single, “Haru ni Akogaru,” in April 2023.

It’s a warm, pop tune with a touch of city pop, where the tones of electric piano and saxophone resonate mellowly.

The pleasantly laid-back groove feels great.

True to the band’s motto—“A new paradise discovered by misfits in the Reiwa era”—this is a track that gently loosens the heart.

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Hamada Takuya

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March 9Remioromen

Remioromen – March 9

A blessing song composed for a wedding has become a beloved spring classic across generations.

Its lyrics gently portray the transition from winter to spring, and the flowing melody resonates deeply.

Created to celebrate a member’s friend’s wedding, the piece gracefully weaves together gratitude for loved ones and hope for the future.

Released in March 2004 as Remioromen’s second major single, it was featured in a commercial for AOKI Holdings and as the ending theme for TBS’s “Pooh!”.

In 2005, it was also used as an insert song in the Fuji TV drama “1 Litre of Tears,” further boosting its recognition.

This is a highly recommended track for moments when you want to reflect on the changing seasons in everyday life and the bonds you share with those dear to you.

Azusa No. 2karyūdō

Azusa Nigo (2015 Remaster)

This is a classic song from 1977 that portrays love and parting in the city, heralding the arrival of spring.

It vividly conveys the protagonist’s state of mind as they, exhausted by urban life, decide to set off on a journey.

The Hunters’ striking harmonies blend beautifully with the powerful yet wistful melody composed by Shunichi Tokura and the delicate lyrics by Machiko Ryu.

After its release in March 1977, it reached No.

4 on the Oricon weekly chart and No.

15 on the year-end chart.

It also won the New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards that same year, and has continued to be cherished as one of The Hunters’ signature songs.

It resonates deeply with those taking a new step forward or parting from someone dear.

Why not listen to it on a morning train, accompanied by the gentle scenery of spring?

Bouquet of FarewellFujimaki Ryota

Bouquet of Farewell

Spring is a season of transitions—a time when people set out on new journeys and say their goodbyes, and when our circumstances tend to change.

Facing such changes makes us more aware of the paths we’ve walked and the connections we’ve built with others.

This song by Ryota Fujimaki evokes the bonds we feel through farewells and the strength we draw from them.

The bright energy in the sound is another key point, conveying a sense of moving forward with a positive mindset.

Even while feeling the sadness of parting, you can sense that the miracle of having met and the memories shared give you strength that surpasses that sadness.

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YELLikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “YELL” Music Video

This is a song by Ikimono-gakari packed with youthful memories.

Released in September 2009, it sings about looking ahead with strength, with themes of parting and dreams.

Chosen as the set piece for the NHK National School Music Competition’s middle school division, it resonated with many students.

Its melodic tone and profound lyrics make it perfect for graduations and farewells.

It’s a supportive anthem that gently nudges those taking a new step forward, and a great pick if you’re looking for a song to enjoy in the spring season.