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 (111–120) I’d recommend to the Yutori Generation, to color the season of meetings and farewells
Gazing up, the sky is blueHata Motohiro
This work beautifully portrays graduation as a milestone in life.
Motohiro Hata’s clear, translucent voice captures both the sadness of parting and the hope of a new beginning in full.
Released in March 2019, it garnered attention as the theme song for a SoftBank TV commercial.
While cherishing past memories, this piece gives you the courage to take a step toward the future.
It’s a song I hope those embarking on a new chapter will listen to as spring arrives.
Its heartfelt melody and lyrics will surely give you a gentle push forward.
Graduation PhotoArai Yumi
When you’re feeling sad, you open an album and gaze at the photos, or you spot someone in town but can’t bring yourself to call out… It’s a classic by Yumi Arai filled with the bittersweetness of youth that everyone has felt at least once.
Released in February 1975 as a song provided to Hi-Fi Set, it was later included in Yumi Arai’s own album “COBALT HOUR” in June of the same year.
Since then, it has been used as the theme song for the film “Watch with Me” and in the drama “Sotsu Uta,” resonating across generations.
It’s a heartwarming song that gently stays by your side when you want to bask in nostalgia or when you’ve gone through a farewell with someone dear.
spring skySuzuki Suzuki
A heartwarming spring song from Suzuki Suzuki.
Centered on themes of graduation, encounters, and farewells, it gently sings about memories and friendships from school days.
With beautiful harmonies and a refreshing melody, this piece resonates deeply with listeners.
It was released digitally in February 2022 and is also included on their first album, “313.” It has become a staple song that many people listen to during graduation season.
Highly recommended for those embarking on a new chapter or looking back on cherished memories.
I heard the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.＝LOVE
This is a heartwarming =LOVE song that gently conveys the arrival of spring.
It portrays a faint, bittersweet first love by likening the flutter of a first crush to the invisible scene of “the sound of cherry blossoms blooming.” The reasons the protagonist prefers riding in the third car of the school commuter train, and the care she takes with her hairstyle, convey the feelings of a girl earnestly navigating her first love despite her confusion.
Included on the May 2021 album “Zenbu, Naisho.” (“Everything’s a Secret.”), the song also drew attention for its refreshingly springlike visual beauty in the music video.
It’s a perfect track for the spring season—one that makes your heart flutter when listened to at the start of a new school term.
It’s recommended not only for those in love, but also for anyone who wants to enjoy the spirit of spring.
sakura colorGReeeeN
As a spring-themed cheer song inspired by cherry blossoms, this track offers comfort to many listeners.
It gently portrays the season when farewells and new encounters intersect.
Chosen as the theme song for a men’s clothing chain commercial, it was released in February 2013.
Beloved by many, it reached No.
7 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It is also included on the album “Iine! (´・ω・｀)☆.” With lyrics that delicately express the mix of anxiety and hope that comes with starting a new chapter, the song warmly encourages those taking their first steps in spring.
Spring of LifePerfume
This is a light, electro-pop number brimming with the exhilaration of falling in love with a forward-looking mindset.
It conveys the hope of finding new love with the vibrant arrival of spring, and the importance of taking the first step yourself to make it happen.
Released in April 2012 as Perfume’s first single after moving to Universal Music, the track also drew attention as a theme song for a Kirin Chu-Hi commercial.
In the music video released alongside the song, the choreography synchronized with robot-like movements leaves a striking impression.
It’s a perfect track for anyone about to embark on a new chapter in life or looking forward to a special new encounter.
CHE.R.RYYUI
A pop tune that sings of the sweet-and-sour feelings of a spring romance.
It’s singer-songwriter YUI’s 8th major single and was also used in a commercial for au by KDDI’s “LISMO.” The lyrics, which depict a woman in love with contemporary turns of phrase, are irresistibly cute.
The fresh, springlike arrangement matches the unique sense of buoyancy you feel when in love, and some listeners may find their hearts skip a beat.
Released in March 2007, the song achieved YUI’s highest first-week sales to date.
It’s a perfect track for the season of new encounters—one you’ll want to play on a drive or while traveling.