A cheerful song about cherry blossoms—a classic that captures the feeling of spring.
Cherry blossoms are a quintessential symbol of spring in Japan.
In the world of music, too, there have long been many songs about cherry blossoms, and we hear lots of “sakura songs” every year.
Some lyrics portray the beauty of the blossoms, some announce the arrival of spring, and others overlay emotions like graduation and romance onto the image of sakura—there’s a wide variety.
The musical styles are equally diverse.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of cheerful sakura songs from among the many out there.
We’ve focused on up-tempo tracks and pop-leaning tunes, so enjoy listening while soaking up the spring vibes.
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A bright, upbeat song about cherry blossoms. A classic that captures the feeling of spring (91–100).
cherrysupittsu
The well-known classic by Spitz, “Cherry.” Hard to believe it’s a song from over 20 years ago! The word “sakura” never actually appears in the lyrics, yet it’s a springtime, cherry-blossom staple.
Even after two decades, it doesn’t feel dated—just fresh and breezy.
It’s a track that really shows how great Spitz are.
Sakura SongTakahashi Yuu
Released on March 9, 2016.
The part where it drops to just piano before the chorus feels like the scene shifts in an instant and the imagery unfolds right before your eyes—really nice.
Although everyday life flows by moment to moment, this is a song that makes you remember someone precious when spring comes around once a year.
Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro
When it comes to cherry blossom songs, surely this song by Naotaro Moriyama comes to mind.
Beloved across generations, it’s even used as a singing material in educational settings like elementary and junior high schools.
Listening to it makes you feel happy, doesn’t it?
sakura capsuleShōnen Kamikaze
It’s an energetic, fun track packed with the drive of an all-female band, infused with both the joy and the bittersweetness of spring.
True to its punk roots, it’s loud and fast, yet poppy enough for anyone to enjoy—listen once and it’s guaranteed to be unforgettable.
Spring of LifePerfume
This is Perfume’s ‘Spring of Life.’ Spring is a season filled with many things, like farewells and new encounters.
‘Spring of Life’ is a song that makes you excited about those new meetings.
It’s bright and full of energy—a track that gives you a boost and lets you enjoy the season of spring.
The cherry blossoms bloom.Kitano Kii
An authentic cherry blossom song sung by actress Kii Kitano.
Its upbeat, positive vibe leaves a strong impression.
While carrying the bittersweet feeling of spring farewells, it’s a coming-of-age song that looks ahead with optimism—an unforgettable pop number.
A track I want to keep listening to forever.
SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu
A gem of a love song that captures both the ache of parting and a glimmer of hope.
Its tender, bittersweet feelings and the sincere wish for the other’s happiness seep in together with a gently comforting melody.
Masaharu Fukuyama’s delicate vocals softly embrace the lingering emotions that remain even as he accepts the end of a romance.
Released in April 2000, the song drew attention as the theme for TBS’s popular segment “Mirai Nikki V” on the show “Uunnan no Hontoko!” and ranked second on Oricon’s year-end singles chart.
It became a massive hit, selling over 2.29 million copies in total.
With lyrics that depict a farewell mirrored by the falling cherry blossoms of spring, it’s a song you’ll want to hear in a season of new encounters and goodbyes.