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, cheerful song about cherry blossoms. A classic that evokes the feeling of spring (1–10).
Hirari -SAKURA-NEW!Nakamori Akina
Akina Nakamori’s songs—born from her overwhelming vocal prowess and expressive power—have produced numerous masterpieces and continued to lead the Japanese music scene for many years.
Her first “sakura” song, included on the single FIXER -WHILE THE WOMEN ARE SLEEPING- released in February 2016, also drew attention for having lyrics written by Haruichi Shindo of Porno Graffitti.
The lyrics, which portray delicate emotions swaying with the arrival of spring, together with her emotive vocals, evoke a feeling that is both heartrending and warm.
Its beautiful melody, which conjures scenes of fluttering cherry blossoms, is recommended as the perfect BGM to color the special spring event of hanami.
SakuraNEW!arashi
Among Arashi’s many songs that have been beloved for years as a national idol group, this is the quintessential cool and stylish spring track.
While cherry-blossom songs are generally gentle ballads, this single—released in February 2015—features an intense dance beat and a serious worldview.
It was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Ouroboros: This Love Is, Indeed, Justice,” and it became a hot topic as the group’s first time providing a theme song for a serial drama in which none of the members appeared.
The lyrics, which convey a strong resolve for a new season, create a glamorous and mysterious atmosphere reminiscent of cherry blossoms at night.
It’s a recommended number for when you want to set a more mature mood, different from the usual cherry-blossom viewing vibe.
cherry blossom breezeNEW!botchiboromaru
Artist Bocchi Boromaru has been winning support mainly online with a unique lyrical world that affirms “being alone” and a free, genre-defying musicality.
The single Sakurakaze, released in November 2025, was written as the opening theme for the popular TV anime Class 3-Z Ginpachi-sensei and became a major talking point.
Its message—strongly pushing you forward while holding onto the sparkle and struggles of student days—seems to fit perfectly with the atmosphere of March, when graduations and new beginnings are near.
It’s a positive number with a refreshing sound filled with deep love and respect for the Gintama series, a song you’ll want to belt out at spring karaoke.
A bright, cheerful song about cherry blossoms. A classic that evokes the feeling of spring (11–20)
cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro
It’s one of the quintessential “sakura songs” you want to listen to when spring arrives.
Virtually synonymous with Naotaro Moriyama, this track was released as a single in March 2003 and sold over a million copies.
Its lyrics superimpose farewells to dear friends and moments of new beginnings onto the image of cherry blossoms that bloom beautifully and fall all too quickly, resonating deeply in the heart.
Beyond the sadness of parting, the song also conveys a warm, resilient strength, pledging to reunite in the future while holding onto unchanging feelings.
It was also beloved as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizai-ki.” It’s a classic you’ll want to play on the day of graduation, reminiscing about the days spent with your friends.
cherry blossomFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
It’s a song that expresses, straight from the heart, words of gratitude and feelings of love that I want to say in spring but can’t.
Because it’s a song confessing the feelings I had, it portrays a positive springtime message of wanting to stay with you forever from now on.
Let the cherry blossoms bloomYoshida Yamada
Released in February 2019, Yoshida Yamada’s work expresses the feelings of a bud enduring winter’s cold and waiting to bloom, overlapping them with the determination to forge one’s own path.
Chosen as the ending theme for the anime Hinomaru Sumo, its bright, upbeat melody and powerful message warm the hearts of those striving toward their dreams.
Portraying hope and growth in life through the image of cherry blossoms blooming vigorously toward spring, it’s a beautiful cheer song.
Give it a listen as a warm track that gently nudges you forward when starting a new chapter or taking the first step toward your goals.
the first strong spring windnishina
A song that colors the cherry blossom season has arrived.
Nishina’s gentle vocals evoke both wistfulness and hope.
Like a breeze that heralds the coming of spring, its lyrics tenderly stay close to the heart.
Released as a digital single in March 2023, it was also featured in radiko’s new TV commercial.
It’s a track that resonates with those facing springtime farewells and fresh beginnings.
Carrying cherished memories and feelings for loved ones, it gives you the courage to look ahead and take the next step.
A heartwarming song perfect for the cherry blossom season—highly recommended.