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[Songs to Listen to in March] Classic Spring Tracks and Moving Songs About Meetings and Partings

When it comes to songs you want to listen to in March, graduation and farewell songs—centered on parting and new beginnings—are the classics.

In this article, we’ve gathered moving tracks that are perfect for March, when we leave familiar places behind and step into the next stage.

For those starting a new life due to graduation or a job transfer, songs that celebrate bonds with longtime friends will resonate; for those seeing others off, songs that cheer on their departure may strike a chord.

We’ve also picked out tear-jerking tracks ideal for the season, including cherry blossom songs and gentle tales of young love—be sure to give them a listen!

[Songs to Listen to in March] Classic Spring Tracks & Moving Songs About Meetings and Farewells (91–100)

On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon

Aimyon – On the Night the Cherry Blossoms Fall [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]
On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon

A delicately rendered song about the arrival of spring and the pain of parting has arrived from Aimyon.

Its melody cradles feelings that scatter like cherry blossom petals, layering in the sense of distance between two people, anxieties about the future, and the bittersweetness of the changing season.

Her vocals carry a warm tenderness that quietly seeps into the heart.

Released in February 2021, the track was used as the theme song for ABEMA’s romance reality show “Koi to Ookami ni wa Damasarenai” and is also included on the album “Kimi no Me ni wa Ochiru yo Record.” It’s recommended for those taking a new step on a spring night when cherry blossoms are in full drift, or for anyone experiencing a farewell with someone dear.

Alongside its gently embracing sound, it offers a moment to release the feelings tucked away deep inside.

Spring Songikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “Haru Uta” Music Video
Spring Songikimonogakari

A gently crafted song that portrays the glow of youth and the poignancy of parting was released in April 2012 as the theme song for the feature-length anime Detective Conan: The Eleventh Striker.

Written and composed by then-member Hotaka Yamashita, the piece explores themes of past memories, farewells, and the hope for reunion, and it reached No.

4 on the Oricon Weekly Ranking.

Perfect for the refreshing spring season, the song features a fresh, youthful vocal that evokes memories of adolescence and a message filled with hope for the future.

It’s a track that stays close during times of graduation and goodbyes, gently encouraging you to take that next step forward.

[Songs to Hear in March] Spring Classics & Moving Songs About Meetings and Partings (101–110)

the first strong spring windnishina

nishina – First Spring Storm [Official Video]
the first strong spring windnishina

Nishina’s songs are rooted in the warm tone of the acoustic guitar and a simple band sound.

The lyrics, which portray the feelings of people facing farewells and new beginnings with the arrival of spring, resonate with many listeners.

Chosen as the theme song for radiko’s new commercial “Sound connects the past and the future,” it has drawn considerable attention.

Released as a digital single in March 2023, the track is crafted to depict both sides of spring—“farewell” and “beginning”—so listeners can relate it to their own experiences.

It’s a recommended song for those busy preparing for a new chapter in life or for anyone who has experienced parting with someone important.

Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu

[MV] Dear Sir/Madam, On This Day When Cherry Blossoms Flutter Down / Mafumafu [Shonen Janmaga Gakuen]
Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu

It’s a song that stirs the heart in the season when cherry blossoms flutter down.

It weaves together memories and regrets from school days, friendship and romance, and hope for the future.

Mafumafu’s delicate lyrics and melody beautifully capture the transience and beauty of youth.

The track was released in April 2019 and was also included on the album “Kagurairo Artifact,” which came out in October of the same year.

It was used as an image song for Shonen Janmaga Gakuen as well.

It’s the perfect song to listen to in spring or during graduation season, ideal for anyone feeling nostalgic about their youth.

springKaneyori Masaru

Kaneyori Masaru [Spring] Music Video
springKaneyori Masaru

A song that delicately portrays the changing seasons and the bittersweet end of a romance.

As winter shifts into spring, the lyrics that hint at love’s end resonate deeply.

The chorus leaves a strong impression of the sorrow of parting.

Kaneyori Masaru’s clear, translucent vocals further accentuate the pain of heartbreak.

Released in April 2021, this track captured many hearts as a springtime farewell song.

It’s recommended for those who have experienced a breakup or who want to reflect on past memories.

Listening alone on a quiet night may bring a feeling of emotional cleansing.

Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu

Southern All Stars – Sakura, Hirari [Official Visualizer]
Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu

This pop number takes cherry blossoms, the symbol of spring, as its theme.

Released by Southern All Stars in January 2025, it serves as the lead single from the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH.” Unveiled on the first anniversary of the Noto Peninsula earthquake, the song is filled with sentiments for the affected areas.

Keisuke Kuwata’s characteristically poetic lyrics and the breezy, spring-like sound leave a lasting impression.

Through the image of cherry blossom petals, it conveys a message of hope and renewal—perfect for those moments when you want to feel the arrival of a new season.

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A gem of a rock number with a refreshing melody that evokes the start of a new season and paints bittersweet memories of love.

Released by Spitz in April 1996, this song topped the Oricon chart in its fourth week and became a massive hit, selling a total of 1.613 million copies.

Its gentle, enveloping tune captures the sweet-and-sour memories of youth, while the members’ tight, cohesive performance weaves an exquisite harmony.

Masamune Kusano’s poetic lyrics portray a protagonist who accepts the end of a romance yet strives to move forward, resonating deeply with listeners.

It’s a song that quietly stays by your side as you carry the pain of heartbreak and still choose to step into the future.