A classic song covered by major artists: cover versions of Spitz’s “Kaede.”
“Kaede,” a ballad by Spitz, is extremely popular.
With its heartrending lyrics, this song is incredibly captivating and has been covered by numerous artists.
You can probably think of a few artists who’ve covered it yourself, right? In this article, we’ll introduce many such covers—starting with the much-discussed versions and those included on Spitz’s compilation albums.
There are covers by a wide range of artists and vocalists, each transforming “Kaede” with their own unique color.
Give them a listen and see which one you like best!
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A famous song covered by major artists: Covers of Spitz’s “Kaede” (11–20)
MapleSuperfly x Hata Motohiro
“Kaede,” performed in an irresistible collaboration for fans of Superfly and Motohiro Hata.
Like Spitz’s vocalist Masamune Kusano, both have warm singing voices, but each of the three has a different “temperature” to their sound, letting you enjoy the song in a new way.
Superfly’s soaring harmonies in the latter half are absolutely stunning.
MapleYo1ko2 featuring Uru
A collaboration version by Uru, who has performed theme songs for numerous dramas and anime, and Yo1ko2, who crafts custom, handmade music.
Despite its simple arrangement of just two voices and piano, it leaves a powerful impression on listeners.
As you listen, it makes you feel as if you are in a heavenly, pristine world untouched by any impurity.
Maplekurisu haato
This is the Chris Hart version of “Kaede,” by a San Francisco–born singer known for performing various cover songs.
The uniquely Japanese sensibility of the four seasons comes through naturally in his voice, without feeling out of place.
While the arrangement doesn’t differ much from the original, his singing has a calming, healing quality that feels distinct from Masamune Kusano’s.
MapleThe Winking Owl
A four-member co-ed band with a female vocalist formed in 2010, The Winking Owl version.
It features a strongly acoustic arrangement, using a cajón instead of drums for the rhythm.
Against a gentle melody, vocalist Luiza’s heartrending voice that brings tears is simply irresistible!
MapleSekitori Hana
This is a version sung by Hana Sekitori, whose powerful yet gentle voice is striking, performed as an acoustic guitar solo.
Her vocal strength truly shines in the chorus of this song, and its soaring quality is captivating.
The first verse is played with arpeggios, and from the second verse onward with strumming, dramatically shifting the impression within a single track to convey the song’s story.
MapleMiho Ishikawa
This is the version featuring Miho Ishikawa on vocals from the acoustic duo Utaist.
Her clear voice cuts through the air and really resonates with the heart.
Paired with the piano accompaniment, it has a distinctly feminine atmosphere that differs from Spitz’s original.
It’s the kind of singing that feels like it purifies your heart just by listening.
A famous song covered by major artists. Covers of Spitz’s “Kaede” (21–30)
MapleYūri × Sekitori Hana
This is a collaborative version sung by Yuuri and Hana Sekitori of one of Spitz’s signature songs, whose heartrending lyrics and melody deeply touch the heart.
Released on Yuuri’s YouTube channel in September 2025, this work features an appealing acoustic sound recorded at Amazon Music Studio Tokyo.
The original song was included on the 1998 album “Fake Fur,” and it has been loved for so long that it even inspired a film based on the track.
Yuuri’s powerful vocals interweave with Hana Sekitori’s lyric-focused singing, creating a must-hear harmony that showcases their individual styles.
It’s a track with warm, resonant vocals that I’d recommend to anyone trying to move forward while carrying the pain of heartbreak or parting.