[Spring Songs] Masterpieces for Mid-Spring to Listen to in March. Spring Tunes
The air of spring gradually arrives, carrying the scent of flowers.
In March, some of you may be experiencing graduation—a major turning point in life.
There are also events like White Day and the grand stages of sports competitions.
In this article, we’ll introduce timeless songs that fit perfectly with March—tunes that gently accompany everyday life, warming you with the mild weather while stirring a hint of bittersweet emotion.
May they help you feel even a little more positive.
With music full of warmth, let’s slowly lift our spirits as we head into spring!
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[Spring Songs] Masterpieces for Mid-Spring to Listen to in March: Spring Songs (41–50)
In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez
Released in 2006 as Aqua Timez’s second single overall, it was chosen as the theme song for the animated film “Brave Story,” and with this song they made their first appearance at that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a song that teaches the importance of making a fresh resolve in March, just before a new chapter in life, and stepping into that new life with determination.
SAKURAikimonogakari
Widely hailed as one of Ikimono-gakari’s finest ballads, this song “SAKURA” ranks as their third-best performer on the Oricon charts, following “Arigatou” and “YELL/Joyful.” Its lyrics—about two people who go their separate ways upon graduation, yet I can’t forget you—poignantly and powerfully capture a young woman’s heart in spring.
They remind us that before every new encounter, there’s inevitably a sad farewell.
The bittersweet music video, which unfolds like a feature-length drama, is also highly recommended—watch it if you get the chance!
Lingering Snowiruka
March is a time of preparation for graduation and for starting out in a new environment.
Those who are setting off are probably full of anxiety, and those seeing them off are filled with sadness too.
That’s when I want you to listen to “Nagori Yuki.” The original is a song by the folk band Kaguyahime, and Iruka’s cover version became a huge hit.
The melody is achingly bittersweet, and the beautiful lyrics, which turn the pain of parting into a blessing for the one leaving, really sink into the heart.
Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi
It’s a song that’s also famous as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Haru yo, Koi.” These days it appears not only in music textbooks but, with its lyrics drawing attention, even in Japanese language textbooks.
It’s noteworthy that part of the lyrics is written in classical Japanese—quite rare for a hit song, I think.
The choral arrangement is beautiful as well, so it’s often performed at choir competitions and as a graduation song; at this point, it’s practically a piece every student has sung at least once.
When spring comes, it’s a song I want to listen to while recalling all kinds of memories.
cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo
By simply changing how it’s written—sakura, 桜, SAKURA, 櫻—there are so many “sakura songs.” If you widen the scope to include titles like “Sakura of XX” or “XX’s Sakura,” there must be well over a thousand songs, right? What “sakura song” comes to mind for you when spring arrives? This “Sakura” is Kyogo Kawaguchi’s biggest hit and his signature song.
Although it was released in 2003, it’s used so often on TV and in commercials that it doesn’t feel that old.
The lyrics—something like “A new season, spring, is coming.
There may be many uncertainties, but it’s okay because I’m here”—are eternally wrapped in gentleness.
It’s one I always want to listen to in March, and it’s my personal recommendation.
cherry blossomKobukuro
It was released in 2005 as Kobukuro’s 12th single.
Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Ns’ Aoi,” it became one of Kobukuro’s signature tracks.
With its somewhat wistful sound and the duo’s exquisite harmonies, it’s a truly beautiful classic.
BelieveSugimoto Ryuichi
“Believe,” a song that’s also popular for graduation ceremonies.
Written and composed by Ryuichi Sugimoto, it was used as the ending theme for NHK’s “Ikimono Chikyū Kikō” (Live Nature: Earth Chronicle).
It has also been featured in numerous dramas and included in music textbooks.
The song expresses the resolve to keep walking forward, believing that the future will surely be bright no matter how hard things get, while supporting one another.
Graduation and preschool completion ceremonies are the starting line for the future.
As you think about a future full of hope, try listening to it or singing it!
