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Cherry blossom songs recommended for women: beautiful classic and popular spring tracks

The spring breeze has become pleasantly gentle, hasn’t it?

Many of you might be spending busy days as you prepare for a new chapter in life.

Speaking of spring, it’s all about cherry blossoms!

When you gaze at the sakura, songs about cherry blossoms suddenly come to mind and fill you with a calm, peaceful feeling, don’t they?

In this article, we’ll introduce recommended sakura songs, from timeless classics to the latest hits.

Since this feature is geared toward women, we’ve focused on tracks by female artists and warm, heartfelt numbers that resonate with women.

If you want to discover the newest sakura songs or enjoy the classics, this is a must-read!

Sakura Songs Recommended for Women: Beautiful Spring Classics and Popular Tracks (51–60)

Cherry blossomMatsuda Seiko

[HD] Seiko Matsuda / Cherry Blossom (1981)
Cherry blossomMatsuda Seiko

Cherry Blossom, with its brilliant melody and Seiko Matsuda’s soaring vocals, is a perfect fit for spring.

As her fourth single since debut, the song radiates a fresh, invigorating, quintessential idol charm.

You can easily picture cherry blossoms blooming under the crisp spring sky.

The lyrics evoke the feeling of being reborn in spring when the sakura bloom—starting a new love and brimming with excitement for the future.

The song as a whole has a distinctly feminine vibe, making it a cherry-blossom tune especially recommended for women!

SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu

Masaharu Fukuyama – Sakurazaka (Full ver.)
SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu

When it comes to Masaharu Fukuyama’s signature songs and classic spring tunes, “Sakurazaka” tops the list.

Based on Fukuyama’s real-life experiences, this is a bittersweet breakup song.

It portrays a man who can’t forget his lover, yet sincerely wishes for her happiness—sure to bring tears to your eyes.

Spring is a season of both meeting and parting.

If you’ve said goodbye to someone you love, give this song a listen.

Ayaka Hirahara has also covered it, so if you’d like to sing it at karaoke, be sure to check out her version too.

Sakura AleAdachi Kana

Kana Adachi “Sakura Yell”
Sakura AleAdachi Kana

It’s a cute, cherry-blossom-themed cheer song by singer-songwriter Kana Adachi.

It was released in March 2018, just as she was graduating from high school.

The lyrics endearingly compare cherry blossoms that aren’t in full bloom with a you who isn’t perfect.

And at the very end, there’s a heartfelt message of encouragement for that imperfect you she loves.

Dreams and Leaf-Cherry TreesAoki Gekkou

Nightcore – Dream and Leaf Cherry Blossoms // Yume to Hazakura [Wotamin Cover] Original song by: Aoki Gekkoh
Dreams and Leaf-Cherry TreesAoki Gekkou

Yume to Hazakura evokes a refined elegance in its portrayal of cherry blossoms painted with a distinctly Japanese sensibility.

Released in 2011, the song was crafted by Aoki Gekkou, a trio of Vocaloid producers.

Just like the breathtaking sight of cherry trees in full bloom, moments of beauty and joy pass by like fleeting dreams.

While reminiscing about those happy times, the lyrics also depict a determination to live strongly in the present.

It’s a song that can empower anyone beginning a new chapter in spring.

Cherry blossom songs recommended for women: Beautiful classic and popular spring tunes (61–70)

10-year cherry blossomsAKB48

[MV full] 10nen Zakura / AKB48 [Official]
10-year cherry blossomsAKB48

AKB48 has many graduation songs, and every one of them—like “Sakura no Ki ni Narou,” “Mae Shika Mukanee,” and “GIVE ME FIVE!”—is a masterpiece.

Among them, I think many fans especially love the bright and upbeat “10nen Zakura.” How should I put it—it isn’t melancholy.

It’s a forward-looking spring farewell that says, “Let’s meet here again in ten years!” The choreography where they form a cross with their arms and the intro that weaves in an arrangement of ‘Aogeba Totoshi’ showcase producer Yasushi Akimoto’s playful touch.

It’s a song I’d love even women who don’t usually listen to idol music to hear!

Under the cherry treeMACO

MACO - Under the Cherry Tree [Music Video], insert song for 'In a World Where Only I Am 17'
Under the cherry treeMACO

This song became a hot topic after being featured as an insert track in the drama “The World Where Only I Am 17.” It’s a piece by MACO, a singer-songwriter from Hokkaido, released digitally in 2020 as her 13th single.

The lyrics, which evoke the image of parting with someone important, are perfect for graduation season.

Many people will relate to the sentiment, “I was able to change because I met you.” Being separated from someone you were always with can be painful.

In times like that, try listening to comforting music like this.

Sakura Rain, SomedayMatsu Takako

Sakura Stroll ~Sakura Rain, Someday~ 2010
Sakura Rain, SomedayMatsu Takako

It’s a song by Takako Matsu that seems to portray a departure in cherry blossom season and the loneliness that comes with it.

The gentle, piano-centered sound and the layers of softly spoken vocals evoke the atmosphere of a graduation ceremony.

The lyrics straightforwardly express feelings for someone who has gone far away and the regret of not having been able to convey gratitude.

Phrases suggesting feelings that can no longer be expressed imply a permanent parting, making the sense of poignancy even more vivid.