[2026] Spring songs sung by idols: A roundup of cherry blossom and graduation songs

MemoriesNiziU

NiziU Digital Single「Memories」 (Official Audio)

It’s an uplifting song that’s perfect for spring.

NiziU’s new track portrays the emotions of “encounters” and “farewells” that come with the arrival of spring, featuring a bright, catchy melody.

Released in February 2024, it was also selected as a campaign song for Universal Studios Japan.

A collaboration with a roller coaster was realized as well, creating buzz among fans.

It’s an ideal song for making memories with friends during the spring season as you step into a new environment.

It’s sure to resonate with your heart.

pleasant autumn weatherMōningu Musume.

Morning Musume – Autumn Beauty

This song, performed by Morning Musume, beautifully captures the freshness of autumn and the fleeting nature of love.

Its up-tempo sound meshes perfectly with lyrics crafted by Tsunku♂, resulting in a track that resonates deeply with listeners.

The repeated phrase “koi-uraraka” vividly conveys the exhilaration of being in love.

Released in November 2006 as the B-side to the single “Aruiteru,” it has maintained enduring popularity among fans.

Depicting love quietly growing amid busy days, this heartwarming piece is one you’ll want to hear as the seasons change.

Recommended for those troubled by matters of the heart or anyone who wants to savor autumn scenery.

Spring, little by littleMatsuda Seiko

Spring, little by little

A light, bouncy intro sets the stage for an uplifting pop tune that makes your heart skip.

It’s the B-side included with “Cherry Blossom,” Seiko Matsuda’s 1981 single, by the idol who colored the Showa era.

The way the melody builds dramatically and stirs a sense of elation also seems to match the atmosphere of February, when spring is drawing near.

While portraying straightforward feelings for someone you love in a positive light, it also reflects the passage of time as one grows into adulthood.

A classic that captures the moment the seasons change and the excitement of love.

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Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46

Sakurazaka46 'Sakuzuki'

How about listening to a song that captures the bittersweetness of youth, with pure emotions that really seep into your heart? Brought to you by Sakurazaka46, this piece delicately portrays the feelings of young people whose hearts are stirred during graduation season.

The imagery of emotions likened to cherry blossom petals and the aching inability to put one’s feelings into words for someone special resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in February 2023, it sold 349,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Singles Chart, earning the number-one spot.

This is a song I especially recommend for spring—the season when expectations and anxieties about a new life, the loneliness of changing routines, and feelings for someone all intersect.

A Song Dedicated to AkarinMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

A Poem for Akari

This is the song that the members sang as a surprise when Akari Hayami, a former member of Momoclo, graduated from the group.

At the time, Akarin was the reliable, level-headed one in the group, so the members must have been deeply shocked by her graduation.

The song was composed by Hyadain while listening to the members’ stories.

You can’t listen to it without tears!