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!

Playlist

Masterpieces that colored the spring of the Heisei era, including popular cherry blossom songs.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A song that portrays the bittersweetness of youth and growth
2	SAKURA DropsUtada Hikaru		A haunting cherry blossom song that stirs the heart; a true masterpiece.
3	Song of Springsupittsu		A Spitz song that sings of springtime feelings and hope
4	SAKURAikimonogakari		Spring Farewell with Fluttering Cherry Blossoms: A Song of Hope and Bonds
5	A person who loves springGLAY		A GLAY song that portrays the hopes of spring and feelings of love
6	Sakura, Bloom!arashi		An Arashi cheer song, courage for a new life
7	When the fleabanes bloomNogizaka 46		Nogizaka46's departure song, Hopeful Future
8	Sakura GirlNEWS		NEWS's spring love song
9	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic song about love
10	CHE.R.RYYUI		Springtime youth, a song of first love, hope and determination
11	S.A.K.U.R.A.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		A powerful harmony: a song of cherry blossoms and the brilliance of life
12	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		An inspiring masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya that longs for spring
13	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		Noriyuki Moriyama’s classic that sings of the hope of departure
14	When spring comesmiwa		A refreshing song that celebrates the joys of youth and friendship
15	Spring Dayaimyon		A song for a special person to convey happiness
16	cherry blossomKetsumeishi		A poignant spring song that paints memories of cherry blossoms
17	Cherry blossom seasonFujifaburikku		A bittersweet love song of springtime parting and reunion
18	Cherry Blossom Timeaiko		Aiko’s classic that captures the feelings of springtime love, Sakura and Love
19	March 9Remioromen		An inspiring song that portrays the hope and courage of setting out on a journey.
20	The cherry blossoms bloom.Hayashibara Megumi		Love Hina’s opening theme is a spring cheer song.
21	cherry blossomKobukuro		A song of hope to get through winter, warmth in the heart
22	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu's debut song, Spring Song
23	We ate cherry blossoms together.HKT48		HKT48’s spring pop song, facing a breakup positively
24	Flower SongGReeeeN		A famous song by GReeeeN that portrays the radiance and hope of youth.
25	Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry)Endlicheri Endlicheri		A scene of dancing cherry blossoms, singing of time spent with a loved one
26	cherry blossom night breezeSukima Suichi		A journey of the heart walking along a cherry-blossom path, a melody of a spring night
27	Embrace the seasonsOfuji Fumi		Fumi Oto’s soothing debut song, with a pure singing voice.
28	SAKURA, I love you？Nishino Kana		Cherry Blossoms and Love, Kana Nishino’s Emotional Song
29	spring breezesumika		An uplifting song portraying life in the city and longing for one’s hometown
30	Sakuraarashi		A classic Arashi song that gives you a push with powerful rock
31	cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo		A soul-stirring masterpiece, a wish for a warm future
32	SAKURA GoodbyeSCANDAL		An early signature work by SCANDAL that portrays graduation
33	Spring Comes to UsUNISON SQUARE GARDEN		Introduction of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s new song
34	Spring Songikimonogakari		Theme song of Detective Conan movie portrays memories and reunion
35	Song of SpringUkasukaji		A cherry blossom song to cheer on new spring beginnings
36	Cherry Blossom ForestHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s spring song, a track that evokes the beauty of cherry blossoms and life.
37	Gachi SakuraShonan no Kaze		A song about a strong will to keep moving forward without giving up on dreams
38	10-year cherry blossomsAKB48		A coming-of-age song about students’ farewells and reunions
39	cherry blossomDA PUMP		Expressing life and the seasons in a Japanese-style ballad
40	spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE		A touching song depicting springtime memories and a reunion
41	Cherry Blossom Societyyuzu		A spring classic that sings of cherry blossoms and eternal love
42	O flowers now in full bloom,Kobukuro		An anthem of support carrying the hopes of spring, the courage to face forward
43	Robinsonsupittsu		A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of spring and memories of youth
44	GibbsShiina Ringo		Ringo Sheena’s song of love and time
45	A single petal of cherry blossomMISIA		A song of hope moving forward with the cherry blossoms
46	Where does spring come from?NGT48		NGT48’s spring song portrays the emotions of youth.
47	Lila LilhaKimura Kaera		A cheering song by Kaela Kimura that feels like spring
48	Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48		A moving, heartwarming ballad about parting and setting off on a journey
49	Sakura SongKANA-BOON		Expressing the bittersweetness of youthful love through rock
50	Thunder Sakura feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmotiMAISONdes		A heartwarming song that depicts cherry blossoms in spring and cherished memories
51	A Single Cherry Blossom PetalMaica_n		A song that cheers on the courage to chase your dreams
52	One-room DiscoPerfume		A masterpiece that portrays the hopes and anxieties of living alone.
53	HURRY GO ROUNDhide with Spread Beaver		A moving piece of music depicting the cycle of life
54	The flowers are cherry blossoms; you are beautiful.ikimonogakari		A spring song woven from cherry blossoms and budding love
55	Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu		A gem of a song that portrays the bittersweetness of cherry blossoms and youth
56	bookmarkkuriipuhaipe		Farewells and new beginnings in the season when cherry blossoms fall
57	STARTING LINEKobukuro		Kobukuro’s cheer song gives me a push
58	cherrysupittsu		A classic song by Spitz that depicts the bittersweet memories of youth.
59	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		Spitz’s classic spring song that captures the heart of youth
60	O-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsSakamoto Fuyumi		An emotional enka depicting scenes of cherry blossoms and love
61	cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s signature song “Sakuranbo” is popular.
62	cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto		Spring light and gentle melodies express the complex emotions of youth
63	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		A classic song that portrays the feelings of someone who has left their hometown.
64	spring sunlightKanapu × Kujira		A cheering song that expresses the bittersweetness and hope of a graduation ceremony
65	No NameASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A classic that sings of anticipation for spring, depicting the changing of the seasons
66	Spring ~spring~Hysteric Blue		A classic that paints memories of youth and dreams
67	When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika		Season of Cherry Blossoms: The Movements of the Heart and the Passage of Time
68	spring thunderYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s masterpiece that portrays the emotions of spring