Songs themed around cosmos flowers: a roundup of classic tracks that evoke the feeling of autumn!
Speaking of autumn flowers, cosmos—written in kanji as “秋桜” (akizakura)—are famous.
Cosmos are a hallmark of autumn, appearing in the lyrics of many classic songs! In this article, we’ll introduce songs themed around cosmos, as well as songs in which cosmos appear in the lyrics.
Even among songs themed around cosmos, the feelings and messages they carry vary widely.
It’s also great to take your time listening while reading the lyrics to see what’s being sung about.
Please enjoy while imagining a landscape of blooming cosmos!
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A collection of songs themed around cosmos flowers: a roundup of classic autumn-inspired masterpieces! (11–20)
language of flowersMr.Children
The farewell song “Hanakotoba,” which layers emotions onto swaying cosmos flowers.
A hidden gem from the 2004 album “Shifuku no Oto,” its distinctly Mr.
Children sweet-and-sour melody really sinks in.
The lyrics open with the language of flowers, evoking a nostalgic, wistful autumn atmosphere while speaking to a man’s heart.
Perhaps it carries a wish not to forget the sincerity and purity symbolized by the flower’s meaning.
It’s fleeting, yet somehow it leaves you feeling hopeful.
chocolate cosmosЯeal
ЯeaL is a three-piece all-girl band from Osaka.
Their song “Chocolate Cosmos” is included on their first album, 19., released in 2017, and depicts the sad end of a romance.
As the title suggests, “Chocolate Cosmos” refers to a variety of cosmos flower with a chocolate color, whose flower language means “the end of love.” It’s a love ballad that portrays, from a woman’s perspective, the complex feelings toward a beloved partner with whom she must part.
cosmos (flower)sadamasashi
Akizakura, released by Momoe Yamaguchi in 1977 with music provided by Masashi Sada, became known as a classic.
The song was included on Masashi Sada’s 1978 album Watashihanasyu, where he performed it as a self-cover.
Depicting the exchange between a daughter who will be married tomorrow and her mother, the song is quietly poignant yet rich in vivid imagery.
Deeply moving and selected for the “100 Best Japanese Songs,” it is renowned as one of Japan’s representative pieces.
cosmosRemioromen
A band that was active mainly in the 2000s with literary lyrics and a straightforward rock sound, Remioromen included this song on their album Ether.
It was composed by the bassist, Maeda.
The contrast between the sentimental lyrics, which depict days spent alone in autumn, and the sparkling tones is striking, and over the band’s buoyant rhythm it expresses the feelings of a broken heart.
Listening to it on a bus might draw you in even more.
A flower that is powerful yet graceful.
Perhaps such a “Cosmos” will support you even when you’re feeling a bit unmotivated in autumn.
cosmosfearīzu
Fairies, a dance-vocal group that ended their activities in 2020.
Their song “Cosmos” was included as the B-side to the single “Crossroad,” released in 2016.
While cosmos flowers evoke autumn, this track conveys a sense of chill and winter.
It sings of days after adolescence, entering adulthood, being tossed about by various things and weighed down with worries—and of remembering someone who gives you strength, someone who makes you feel you can keep going.
It’s a sad yet somehow empowering number.
cosmos (flower)ikimonogakari
This song by the nationally beloved pop unit Ikimonogakari was released during their indie days in 2003, and a rearranged version was later included on their major-label album “Hajimari no Uta.” It’s a uniquely Ikimonogakari number that exquisitely fuses an early signature—an aesthetic rooted in traditional Japanese sensibilities—with an uptempo style.
The lyrics and music were written by Hotaka Yamashita, who was a member until 2021 and played guitar and harmonica.
With its literary lyrics layered with imagery of cosmos flowers, the song conveys a profound depiction of emotions reminiscent of budding romance.
Songs themed around cosmos flowers: A roundup of classic tracks that evoke autumn! (21–30)
cosmoscherisshu
A heartwarming number you’ll want to listen to while being caressed by a gentle autumn breeze.
Sung by the husband-and-wife duo Cherish, this piece conveys a modest, pure sense of happiness, like a delicate flower blooming in autumn.
The tender harmonies blend beautifully with composer Kyohei Tsutsumi’s calm melody.
Released in May 1972 as the B-side of the single “Himawari no Komichi,” the song also appears on the album Best Collection ’72.
It’s known as a wedding classic and is perfect for anniversaries with a loved one or for moments when you want to spend time peacefully.
A song that reminds you of the happiness right by your side.