Masterpieces that colored the spring of the Heisei era, including popular cherry blossom songs.
Spring, when cherry blossoms and a rainbow of other flowers are in full bloom.
In this season, there are many songs that capture different feelings—excitement and anxiety about new beginnings, the wish to cheer someone on, and the bittersweet sadness of graduation.
In this article, we’ll introduce classic spring songs released during the Heisei era! The Heisei years gave rise to many sakura-themed songs, even sparking a boom for a time.
We’ve gathered tracks that perfectly evoke spring—ideal for karaoke at welcome parties or cherry-blossom viewing—so listen, sing along, and enjoy a delightful springtime moment!
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Iconic songs that colored the spring of the Heisei era. Popular cherry blossom songs too (61–70)
Cherry Blossom ForestHoshino Gen
This piece, included as the B-side of Gen Hoshino’s single “Crazy Crazy” released in June 2014, was also selected as J-WAVE’s spring campaign song.
Its charm lies in the beautiful world created by its ethereal lyrics and strings.
The lyrics gently observe nature and human life as they change with the arrival of spring.
It’s a perfect song for those who want to feel the fleetingness and beauty of life mirrored in the scattering spring cherry blossoms, or for anyone looking to soothe their heart in the gentle spring sunlight.
spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira
Gently depicting the scene of a graduation ceremony, this work is a warm piece like the fleeting light of spring.
The refreshing piano melody and KAFU’s translucent vocals beautifully capture both the bittersweetness and hope of the cherry blossom season, harmonizing wonderfully with Kujira’s delicate production.
Created in March 2022, it was released to coincide with KAFU’s milestone high school graduation and is also included on the album “Suite.” The lyrics accompany even the bright moments of parting, overflowing with a kindness like a pep song that gives you the courage to open a new door.
How about adding this fresh and warm track to a drive under the gentle spring sunlight?
Where does spring come from?NGT48
The spring-like song that NGT48 released in April 2018 beautifully portrays the season of meetings and farewells.
Yasushi Akimoto’s delicate lyrics and Hiroshi Egawa’s catchy melody blend perfectly, resulting in a track that evokes the bittersweetness of youth and the arrival of spring.
The song was also selected as the opening theme for Nippon TV’s “Buzz Rhythm 02” for the month of April, garnering wide attention.
In the music video, a memorable scene shows Rie Kitahara, who is graduating, running after the members, with Niigata Prefectural Sports Park serving as the setting.
It’s the perfect song for anyone feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety as they embark on a new chapter.
Why not take a new step forward while wrapped in the warmth of spring and listening to this track?
In conclusion
We introduced some spring songs from the Heisei era—what did you think? As expected, there were lots of songs featuring cherry blossoms! Let’s enjoy our own wonderful springs: revisit those nostalgic Heisei spring tunes to keep us company through the hopes and anxieties of a new chapter, and to liven up fun moments like cherry-blossom viewing.