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, cherry blossom-themed song. A classic that captures the feeling of spring (21–30)
SakuraMyuk
It’s a fragile, beautiful love ballad that resonates with the heart as spring arrives.
Released by Myuk in March 2025, the song expresses lingering attachment and a sense of farewell to someone dear whom one can no longer meet.
Her mystical, gentle vocals seem to tenderly envelop an unfulfilled love.
Coupled with the dramatically unfolding arrangement, it’s the kind of song that brings you to tears.
Perfect for a quiet spring night, sitting by the window and getting lost in thought.
My heart is stop-motionKuwae Tomoko
A heartfelt work by Tomoko Kuwae that gently envelops the thrill of unexpected encounters and new love.
Its light, refreshing melody beautifully captures the budding feelings that arrive with spring.
The way a heart, after a long winter, gradually unravels in the warm sunlight is especially memorable.
Released in January 1979, it reached No.
12 on the Oricon weekly chart and was also used in a commercial for Pola’s Vario cosmetics.
In the same year, it earned the Best New Artist Award at the 21st Japan Record Awards and was included on her debut album, Born Free.
A perfect song for anyone feeling the stirrings of romance or eagerly awaiting the arrival of spring.
A bright, cherry-blossom-themed song. Classic springtime tunes (31–40).
cherry blossom night breezeSukima Suichi
A Skima Switch song filled with a tender yet bittersweet love, wrapped in the spring night breeze.
As cherry blossoms dance on a spring evening, the protagonist stands alone, their heart stirred by memories of days gone by and the anticipation of a new departure.
Along with the gently flowing melody, the quiet of the night softly portrays the subtle trembling of the heart.
With Masayoshi Yamazaki’s acoustic guitar and backing vocals, the piece gains even greater depth and richness.
Included on the September 2006 album “Fukumimi THE BEST WORKS,” this track is recommended for anyone who wants to connect with the feeling of quietly awaiting spring’s arrival while walking alone beneath rows of cherry trees.
Sakura RabbitKawasaki Takaya
Here is a graduation song filled with bittersweet feelings, bathed in the gentle light of spring.
The melody woven by Takaya Kawasaki delicately conveys, with his tender vocals, the emotions of a protagonist who cannot express their feelings in a classroom where cherry blossoms dance in March.
The soft metaphor of likening a boy who can’t be honest about his feelings to a rabbit is especially striking.
Released in January 2021, this piece is also included on the album “Nukumori,” and it has soothed the hearts of many.
It’s a song you’ll want to play while driving through the city, carried by a fresh spring breeze.
Perfect for the graduation season, for moments of reminiscing about youth, or for warming thoughts of someone dear.
A Single Cherry Blossom PetalMaica_n
It’s an uplifting song woven from a melody that resonates deep in the heart and vocals tinged with poignancy.
It gently wraps the anxiety and uncertainty that come with chasing a dream, along with the courage to move forward, into a warm, comforting track.
Drawing on her own experiences, Maica_n’s words offer a message that stands close to the listener’s heart.
Having stepped into the major scene with the album “Replica,” Maica_n has also worked on numerous tie-in projects, including the ending theme for the anime Digimon Adventure: and a commercial song for the brand Ukon no Chikara.
This song is perfect for the season when spring is in the air, and it’s sure to become a reassuring companion that quietly gives a nudge to those feeling anxious about starting a new chapter in life.
spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira
Wrapped in the spring sunlight that still carries the afterglow of graduation, the warm tones woven by Kaf and Kujira seep gently into the heart.
Their harmonized vocals—mingling wistfulness and hope—tenderly express the complex emotions of parting.
Released on March 23, 2022, this piece was created in celebration of Kaf’s high school graduation, with Kujira’s delicate sound production bringing out the clarity of her voice.
Its world, where refreshing melodies coexist with a pale, aching sadness, stays close to those about to take a new step forward, giving them a gentle push.
It’s a song you’ll want to sing at life’s turning points—graduation ceremonies, farewell gatherings, and spring welcome parties.
On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon
A delicately rendered song about the arrival of spring and the pain of parting has arrived from Aimyon.
Its melody cradles feelings that scatter like cherry blossom petals, layering in the sense of distance between two people, anxieties about the future, and the bittersweetness of the changing season.
Her vocals carry a warm tenderness that quietly seeps into the heart.
Released in February 2021, the track was used as the theme song for ABEMA’s romance reality show “Koi to Ookami ni wa Damasarenai” and is also included on the album “Kimi no Me ni wa Ochiru yo Record.” It’s recommended for those taking a new step on a spring night when cherry blossoms are in full drift, or for anyone experiencing a farewell with someone dear.
Alongside its gently embracing sound, it offers a moment to release the feelings tucked away deep inside.