List of seasonal songs: a classic guide to finding tracks that fit the current season

Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – Come, Spring

A classic by Yumi Matsutoya that gently sings of spring’s arrival.

Its lyrics, which beautifully portray the fragile scent of blossoms and feelings for someone unforgettable, resonate deeply.

Released in October 1994 as the theme song for an NHK morning drama series, it reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart and became a million-seller with approximately 1.164 million copies sold.

Beloved as a school graduation song and even included in textbooks, it’s cherished across generations.

Perfect for the time when you begin to sense spring’s arrival, this is a quintessential track that captures the season’s shift into spring.

green leavesMotohiro Hata, TOMOO

Aoba

A gentle, piano-centered piece that delicately portrays the shift from spring to summer.

The subtle vocals of Motohiro Hata and TOMOO blend beautifully.

It was included on the album “HATA EXPO -The Collaboration Album-,” released in November 2024.

The lyrics—interweaving the cycles of the seasons and the changes of life, memories and regrets of the past, and hopes for the future—resonate deeply.

Like sunlight that brightens everyday life, the song makes you feel the presence of things that remain unchanged.

Perfect for moments when you want to sense a fresh beginning or a spark of hope.

A person who loves springGLAY

A person who loves spring

A GLAY song whose beautiful lyrics weave in Japan’s four seasons and whose refreshing melody deeply resonates.

Through the image of people enduring the cold of winter while eagerly awaiting spring’s arrival, it portrays new encounters and the beginning of love.

Included on the album “BELOVED,” released in November 1996, it was later also issued as the B-side to the single “Kuchibiru” (“Lips”).

Inspired by experiences in Iceland, the piece vividly expresses both the strength of people surviving in harsh environments and their hope for spring.

It’s a perfect track for those starting a new chapter in life or seeking new connections.

Sound of SummerGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Summer Sound

GReeeeN’s “Natsu no Oto” starts with the sound of summer fireworks and keeps you feeling summer all the way through.

It blends laid-back sections with uptempo parts for a very cool finish, while also evoking the charm of a nostalgic Japanese summer.

Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme

Hilcrhyme – “Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter” Music Video

A gem of J-pop released in September 2009 that beautifully portrays the changing of the seasons.

In this offering from Hilcrhyme, vivid seasonal imagery and the subtleties of romance are delivered over a melodious hook, making for a touching love song.

Cherry blossoms in spring, fireworks in summer, autumn foliage, and winter snowscapes—quintessentially Japanese scenes—are woven together and overlap with memories shared with a lover.

Recommended for those who want to feel the joy of spending time with someone special and the beauty of the four seasons.