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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Songs themed around cosmos flowers: A roundup of classic tracks that evoke autumn! (21–30)
cosmosShinzawa Toshihiko
This song, created by Toshihiko Shinzawa—a singer-songwriter with experience as a nursery teacher—was included on the album “Sing and Communicate!! Fureai BOX,” released in July 2005.
The piece depicts delicate cosmos swaying by the window, weaving in wordplay and playful onomatopoeia.
It brims with the joy of observing nature and the fun of discovery, and is beloved in childcare settings as music that fosters communication.
It’s a heartwarming work that conjures a vivid image of cosmos flowers gently swaying in the autumn breeze.
cosmosTakeda Tetsuya
Sung by Tetsuya Takeda, this piece evokes bittersweet yet warm scenes of suddenly thinking of one’s hometown amid city life.
The lyrics, which sing of pure affection and the comfort of having a place to return to, stir listeners’ nostalgia and deeply resonate in the heart.
Released as a single in September 1985, it was featured as an insert song in the film “Detective Story: Kuroshio no Uta.” It was later included in the best-of album “Tetsuya Takeda: Complete Collection.” If you listen to it on a long autumn night—when you’re away from home working hard, or when you want to think of someone dear—your heart is sure to grow gently warm.
Songs themed around cosmos flowers. A roundup of timeless autumn classics! (31–40)
FamilyMart CosmosRanka Rī
I can’t help but smile at its bucolic vibe.
“FamilyMart Cosmos” was used as an in-film song in the anime movie Macross Frontier the Movie: The False Songstress.
As the title suggests, it’s a collaboration with FamilyMart, and it played as the in-store BGM for a FamilyMart that appears in the film.
Following that, it was apparently broadcast in actual stores as well.
It’s a humorous concept, isn’t it? The nursery rhyme-like melody warms the heart.
cosmos (flower)Moriyama Naotaro
A recommended autumn song for people living with their partners is “Akizakura” (Cosmos).
It’s the B-side included with Naotaro Moriyama’s debut single “Hoshikuzu no Serenade.” This love song portrays the tenderness of everyday life, conveying a small yet heart-filling happiness—like cosmos flowers by the window gently watching over you.
Because it’s Moriyama, whose music evokes Japan’s seasons and sense of atmosphere, the scenes come through even more vividly.
It’s a track that deepens feelings of gratitude for peaceful days and for a beloved partner, in harmony with its acoustic tones.
cosmos9mm Parabellum Bullet
Cosmos by 9mm Parabellum Bullet, included on the album Dawnin released in 2013.
It’s a love song that expresses feelings toward someone special, but it’s unclear whether the romance is a happy one or a sad love that has ended.
Even so, the certain and straightforward feelings toward the beloved, the sense of happiness, come through strongly.
You can tell that those feelings are recalled by seeing cosmos flowers and remain as memories.
A love letter written on cosmos flowersNO DOUBT FLASH
When you think of songs themed around cosmos flowers, many people might picture a ballad or something with a kayōkyoku vibe.
Flipping that image on its head, “A Love Letter Written on Cosmos” leans heavily into hip-hop and is a top recommendation for anyone seeking a uniquely atmospheric track.
Released by the music unit NO DOUBT FLASH—formed around female singer Noa and rappers HIRO and GIO—this piece stands out for its striking contrast between the male rap sections and the female’s melodious vocal parts.
It’s seriously cool!
When the cosmos flowers bloomBuzy
It’s a piece that feels like being blown by an autumn wind, with a bittersweet parting coming into view.
It’s a song by Buzy, a six-member female dance-vocal group, and it was included as the B-side to their debut single “Kujira,” released in 2004.
It’s a pop tune where the light, buoyant rhythm shines against a mature chorus work, but the lyrics dwell on lingering feelings for a former lover.
Even when you try to forget, it’s hard to move forward… I’m sure some of you know that kind of love all too well.