Enka themed around flowers: a collection of songs depicting flowers in full bloom and flowers falling away.
Enka is captivating for its melodies that evoke a sense of wistfulness and its lyrics filled with a wide range of human emotions.
Another hallmark of enka is its many evocative, scenic descriptions, and pairing enka with flowers is a classic combination.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of enka masterpieces themed around flowers.
You’ll find everything from songs about flowers in full bloom across the four seasons to pieces with fleeting lyrics, like those about falling cherry blossoms.
Please take your time listening while reading the lyrics, and let your thoughts wander through the scenes woven into each song.
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Enka with a flower theme: A collection of songs depicting flowers in full bloom and flowers falling (81–90).
Drunken SeagullMizuki Yuu
This work is distinguished by Yuu Mizuki’s lustrous singing voice.
It’s an enka song that portrays a bittersweet love for a man who sways like a seagull drunk on alcohol.
Marked by powerful vocals and relatable lyrics, it beautifully expresses the difficulties of love and the turmoil of the heart.
Released in September 2024 as her eighth single, it also includes a coupling track—a cover song paying respect to her mentor, Wataru Ofuna.
Its upbeat tempo makes it accessible not only to enka fans but to a wide range of listeners.
Recommended for times when you want to heal the pain of heartbreak or feel the purity of single-hearted love.
Rainy Harbor StationHanasaki Yukimi
A song that portrays the poignant scenery of a port town was released in June 2024 as Yukimi Hanasaki’s first new single in about a year and a half.
The feelings of a woman reluctant to part at a rainy station are beautifully conveyed through her rich, expressive vocals.
While preserving the charm of traditional enka, the piece also embraces a modern sensibility, making it enjoyable for listeners of all ages.
It’s a perfect track for the rainy season.
This work lets you fully savor the tender allure of enka, so please take your time and listen closely.
Don’t leave mehana-goromo
This is a melancholic enka masterpiece that poignantly sings of a woman’s feelings after being told goodbye.
As Hanae’s debut work, the song beautifully marries Tsunaki Mihara’s delicate composition with Kumi Sawa’s heart-stirring lyrics.
The lingering attachment and bittersweetness embedded in the word “sutenai” (I won’t discard/abandon) are fully conveyed through Hanae’s emotionally rich vocals.
Released in October 2024, the track brims with a charm that captures enka fans and won’t let go.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you need to soothe the pain of heartbreak or when you want to dwell on thoughts of someone dear.
Song is life itself.Fujii Ai
This is a song that powerfully celebrates a woman’s life.
It’s Ai Fujii’s first new work in about ten years, released in February 2025.
The melancholic enka melody and Fujii’s emotionally rich vocals leave a strong impression.
Each note seems to reach deep into your ears and heart, becoming part of your very being—an experience that truly moves you.
If you’re feeling lost in life, this piece is sure to be by your side.
Love-Crying SparrowKadokawa Hiroshi
It’s a gently embracing song that captures the bittersweet feelings of someone in love.
It portrays a woman who runs a small shop, thinking of the one she’s waiting for as a steady rain falls, and the heartfelt lyrics may bring you to tears.
Hiroshi Kadokawa’s vocals are light yet deeply expressive, stirring the listener’s heart.
Released in August 2024, the song captivated many fans as a new frontier that transcends the bounds of enka.
It feels like a piece that will quietly stay by your side when you feel lonely or are waiting for someone.
Why not take a moment to listen at a leisurely pace?
Alone on the Kuji RiverYajima Akiyo
Set along the Kuji River flowing through Ibaraki Prefecture, this enka ballad poignantly sings of a bittersweet love.
Released in January 2025, the song boasts a stellar creative team: lyrics by Koyomi Asa and composition by Hideo Mizumori.
Akiyo Yajima’s clear, pure vocals ride on the chill of the river breeze, resonating deeply with listeners.
While honoring the traditional elements of enka, it features contemporary arrangements that make it enjoyable for a wide range of generations.
You’ll find yourself empathizing with the woman who, despite the pain of heartbreak, strives to move forward.
Enka with a flower theme: A collection of songs depicting flowers in full bloom and flowers falling (91–100)
Boathouse Inn of SetoNonaka Saori
A moving enka ballad by Saori Nonaka has been born.
Set against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea, this richly narrative song portrays the feelings of a woman tormented by lost love.
Nonaka’s lustrous, powerful vocals beautifully capture the aching sorrow.
Released in October 2024 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the merger that formed Bizen City in Okayama Prefecture, the piece weaves local scenery and culture into its lyrics.
It’s a heart-tugging number that resonates with anyone troubled by love.
If you’re feeling lonely, this song may gently embrace your heart.