Spring songs to color the season of meetings and partings—recommended for the Yutori generation
Speaking of spring, it’s known as a season of farewells—often evoked by graduation ceremonies—but it’s also a season of encounters, when new journeys and lifestyles begin.
In the J-POP scene in particular, there are many songs that conjure up the image of cherry blossoms, a symbol of Japan, and they’re all cherished as classics.
This time, we’ve put together a list of spring songs especially recommended for the yutori generation.
From timeless staples to hidden gems, we’ll cover a wide range—so be sure to check them out!
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Spring songs (71–80) that color the season of meetings and farewells, recommended for the Yutori generation
Aprilmol-74
A signature song by mol-74, woven from translucent vocals and delicate sound.
Centered on April—the symbol of spring’s arrival—it beautifully portrays the emotions of looking back on a past romance.
The resolve to stay true to oneself, even while struggling with the gap between ideals and reality, is striking.
It’s a track I especially recommend to anyone who’s faced a parting with someone dear at the start of a new season.
Heralding springyama
A song that yama sings with heartfelt emotion, portraying the feelings of today’s youth.
Set in late-night Tokyo, it delicately captures loneliness and the struggle with reality.
It’s packed with relatable themes, like the fragility of connections on social media and the pain of pretending to be a perfect version of yourself.
Released digitally in April 2020, the track became a major hit on TikTok, racking up over 300 million streams.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to feel the subtle emotional currents of young people living in modern society.
Melancholy Cherry Blossomsatarayo
A song that captures a bittersweet feeling that pierces the heart with the arrival of spring.
Atarayo’s graduation ballad gently sings of farewells and the hope for reunions amid the season of dancing cherry blossoms.
The lyrics, which portray the moment when familiar scenery turns into memories and embody hope for the future, will resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in March 2023, this track is perfect for the graduation season.
Carried on the spring breeze, it conveys feelings for those you hold dear.
Recommended for anyone taking a new step forward or cherishing precious memories in their heart.
Spring songs (81–90) to color the season of meetings and farewells, recommended for the Yutori Generation
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The lyrics depicting cherry blossoms dancing beneath the spring blue sky are striking.
The clear, transparent vocals of Are-kun and Yuika gently embrace the freshness of first love.
Born from a connection on social media, this work was released digitally in April 2022.
It portrays a bittersweet romance, where the two can’t honestly express their feelings to each other, evoking the budding emotions that come with the arrival of spring.
It’s a refreshing spring song that many will want to listen to during cherry blossom season, one that tenderly resonates with listeners’ hearts.
Yozakura feat. Mei-chankujira
This song, themed around cherry blossoms shining in the spring night sky, beautifully portrays the beginning and end of love.
The delicate vocals woven by Kujira and Mei-chan, combined with the emotional composition, create an evocative world.
It expresses a love that changes with the seasons through the fleeting symbol of night sakura, and since its release in June 2020, it has captivated many hearts.
The unique sound that fuses electronica and pop harmonizes wonderfully with lyrics brimming with the feel of spring and summer.
It’s especially recommended for the season when you can sense the arrival of spring.
Listening during cherry blossom season will make the lyrical world resonate even more deeply.
It’s a song that offers comfort to those experiencing spring farewells or new encounters.
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.
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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.