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

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.

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CHERRY BLOSSOM

10-FEET is a three-piece rock band that has gained popularity for hosting the large-scale Kyoto festival “Kyoto Daisakusen,” which has been running since 2007, and for their music that embraces a wide range of genres.

“CHERRY BLOSSOM,” included on their first album springman, kicks off with the chorus—an arrangement that instantly cranks up the energy.

Its straightforward message, carried by a loud, high-velocity ensemble, is perfect for enhancing that exhilarating feeling you get on a drive.

With its rapid-fire song structure that creates an addictive pull, it’s a rock tune you’ll want to play on a spring outing.

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BLUE ENCOUNT “Yumemigusa” Music Video [Theme Song for the Film “Blue, Painful, and Brittle”]

A heartwarming song that captures the fragility of youth and the journey of growth—perfect for the season when cherry blossoms dance.

While beautifully depicting the bittersweet scenes of spring, it weaves in reflections on lost time and feelings for someone precious.

The grand band sound intertwined with strings resonates deeply with listeners.

Released by BLUE ENCOUNT in September 2020, the track was created as the theme song for the film ‘Aokute Itakute Moroi’ (Our Blue Moment), based on a novel by Yoru Sumino.

It’s a rearrangement of a song from their indie days, newly adapted to match the film’s worldview.

A true gem that supports those trying to move forward while looking back on the past, it’s highly recommended for spring farewells and new encounters—sure to touch the heart.

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Official HIGE DANDism – Parabola [Official Video]

A refreshing Official HIGE DANDism song that colors the start of a new chapter.

It deftly portrays scenes that evoke a new life—like a room right after moving in, or the nervousness of writing the very first character in a pristine notebook.

The way the present self inherits the dreams once held by the past self and vows to make them come true is striking.

Released in April 2020, it was featured in a Calpis Water commercial.

It’s a perfect pick for anyone starting a new life or needing the courage to take a first step—a song made for spring.

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RADWIMPS – The Answer [Official Music Video]

A song by RADWIMPS that resonates with students’ hearts.

It delivers a powerful yet warm message to young people standing at the crossroads of graduation.

Originally created for the 18 Fes, an event for 18-year-olds in 2018, it was released digitally in January 2024.

Its lyrics delicately portray the journey of searching for the right answers in life and the shifting nature of friendship, sure to deeply touch students on the brink of graduation.

It’s a perfect track for the spring graduation season—why not give it a listen?