A roundup of popular cherry blossom songs sung by male artists
Many people feel like listening to cherry blossom songs when spring arrives—what songs do you listen to? There are so many songs related to sakura that it can be hard to choose, right? In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended sakura songs performed by male artists.
These are all classics that capture various feelings associated with cherry blossoms—encounters and farewells, love, encouragement, and more.
It’s not just for listening; this will also help if you’re looking for songs to sing at karaoke.
From timeless staples to sakura songs born in the Reiwa era, there’s a wide variety—so find the one that’s perfect for you.
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Top 10 Popular Sakura Songs Sung by Male Artists
Sakura and Youyasashii hitotachi.
A heartwarming number by Yasashii Hitotachi, a three-piece band that presents universal songs distilled from everyday life and gently accompanies listeners’ hearts.
Released as a single in March 2025, it’s known—following earlier works like “Hoshi no Arika”—for its careful depictions of seasonal scenes.
The lyrics capture springtime urban imagery, such as the crowds along the Meguro River and the rush of excitement as people hurry toward the ticket gates, while Rikan’s soft, embracing vocals are filled with a kindness that makes you feel the arrival of a new season.
It’s a spring song that blends seamlessly into daily life—sure to sound comfortable as background music on the way to a famous cherry-blossom spot or while waiting to meet someone special.
Let the cherry blossoms bloomYoshida Yamada
Released in February 2019, Yoshida Yamada’s work expresses the feelings of a bud enduring winter’s cold and waiting to bloom, overlapping them with the determination to forge one’s own path.
Chosen as the ending theme for the anime Hinomaru Sumo, its bright, upbeat melody and powerful message warm the hearts of those striving toward their dreams.
Portraying hope and growth in life through the image of cherry blossoms blooming vigorously toward spring, it’s a beautiful cheer song.
Give it a listen as a warm track that gently nudges you forward when starting a new chapter or taking the first step toward your goals.
After the cherry blossomsTani Yuuki, Ryo‘LEFTY’Miyata, cross-dominance
A springtime cheer song created by the duo of cross-dominance, led by music producer Ryo ‘LEFTY’ Miyata, and Tani Yuuki, whose down-to-earth words resonate with listeners.
With lyrics that gently nudge those feeling anxious during a season of change and a warm singing voice that lingers in the heart, it’s truly a number befitting spring, the season of new beginnings.
Released in March 2025, the track also drew attention for being selected as the official theme song of SAKURA MUSIC FES.
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Another touching anecdote: after a collaborative session in December 2024 sparked a great rapport, the two crafted the song inspired by the classic March 9th.
It’s a piece for everyone who, after gazing up at cherry blossoms in full bloom, is ready to step into new days.
Popular cherry blossom songs sung by male artists (11–20)
Cherry blossoms, along the path where petals swirl upElefanto Kashimashi
Elephant Kashimashi’s “Sakura no Hana, Maiagaru Michi o” conjures up the image of cherry blossom petals gently soaring into the air.
Released in 2008, this song is said to have taken a full year to complete.
It’s a track where a beautiful scene of “sakura” is added to Elekashi’s cool, rugged masculine vibe, creating a perfect chemical reaction.
The lyrics portray someone who once avoided dazzling scenery, but through small turns in life, learns to love even those views—and resolves to live positively.
If you’re looking to get in a positive mindset for a fresh start this spring, give it a listen!
A perfect day for cherry blossomsLUNKHEAD
LUNKHEAD’s ninth single is a rock track that continues to stay close to listeners’ hearts with its emotionally charged, lyrical sound and words.
Released in January 2007, “Sakura Biyori” is a classic spring song that portrays departure and a brand-new first step.
Riding on a driving guitar-rock sound, Yoshitaro Odaka’s earnest vocals resonate throughout, vividly capturing the mixed feelings of anticipation and anxiety that spring brings.
Selected as a POWER PLAY on Nippon TV’s “Music Fighter,” and included on the acclaimed album “FORCE,” this long-beloved track is perfect both as an anthem for those starting a new chapter in life and as upbeat BGM for cherry-blossom viewing.
Cherry blossoms, cats, trainsSir Vanity
This is a rock ballad that depicts fading memories and the earnest wish to hold on to them.
It’s a track by Sir Vanity with twin vocals by voice actors Yuichiro Umehara and Yoshiki Nakajima, included on the mini-album “midnight sun,” released in March 2023.
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Written and composed by Yuichiro Umehara, the song blends cinematic scene-setting with band-driven sound for a work that truly resonates.
It also holds a key position connecting the narrative on the 2025 album “cinéma.” Why not listen to it under falling cherry blossoms when you want to look back on precious memories?
In spring’s beauty, let the cherry blossom blizzard danceireisu
A track where a melody brimming with traditional Japanese elegance fuses brilliantly with a fast-paced rock sound.
Sung by Ireisu, a net-born 2.5D idol group gaining attention, this song dramatically portrays the splendor of spring and the poignancy of falling blossoms.
Produced by the renowned Vocaloid producer Asa, the timbre of traditional Japanese instruments and the members’ distinctive vocals fill listeners’ hearts with a festival-like exhilaration.
Included on the album “Everlasting Days,” released in July 2023, it’s a fan favorite.
Why not immerse yourself in its refined, courtly world—so vivid you can almost see the cherry blossoms swirling—and belt it out with friends at karaoke?