Songs of Nighttime Cherry Blossoms: A curated selection of classic and popular cherry blossom tracks that evoke a dreamlike scene!

Kimi no KakeraLady Bug

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It’s included as the B-side of their third single “Samidare / Kimi no Kakera,” released in 2005.

It’s a poignant ballad about lingering feelings for a former lover, perfect for listening to on a spring night.

The band has been on hiatus since 2006, and vocalist Yoshiaki Narita has formed a new band, Procyon, with drummer Tomoaki Nishino and is actively performing.

The Lion Standing in the Windsadamasashi

Live performance of the theme song from the film “The Lion Standing in the Wind” (short ver.) [Masashi Sada]

Masashi Sada’s grand masterpiece “The Lion Standing in the Wind,” released in 1987 and later adapted into a film, deeply resonates with its lyrics expressing love for Japan, inspired by real-life physician Koichiro Shibata.

The part that mentions “yozakura” (cherry blossoms at night) seems to carefully convey the feelings of longing stirred by a beautiful scene and the precious emotions one never wants to forget, almost to the point of overflowing with emotion.

I believe it not only evokes nostalgic memories but also encourages and rekindles a powerful strength for the future.

It is an irreplaceable song that continues to sing of the sanctity of life.

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Nanami Sakura ~73 Street Mission~ Kawasaki Station East Exit 2015-08-01

When people think of cherry blossoms, songs usually have a cheerful vibe that gets you excited for the new season.

But this “Sakura,” sung by the singer-songwriter Nanami, is a hard-hitting message song that conveys not only the blossoms’ splendor but also a contrasting, deep-rooted strength.

Just because it’s spring doesn’t mean everyone’s in high spirits; some are going through tough days and can’t even think about cherry blossoms.

Still, when you listen to this song, even the cherry blossoms that everyone else is giddily admiring start to look different—you feel a surge of strength in your heart.

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utatane

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cherry blossoms at nightmafumafu × tonari no sakata

【MV】Night Sakura / Ahono Sakata × Mafumafu

Yozakura, sung by Mafumafu—active in a wide range of fields as a vocalist—and Tonari no Sakata.

When it comes to songs themed around night cherry blossoms, many are love songs that liken a touch of seductiveness or transience to romance, but this Yozakura song is a track themed around friendship and bonds.

No matter how close friends are, it doesn’t mean they’ll always be together or do everything together; someday they’ll walk their own separate paths.

This song holds a slightly bittersweet feeling like that, along with unchanging feelings toward the other person and gratitude.

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SakuraboshiDISH//

DISH// – Sakura Star [Official Video Short ver.]

Vibrant cherry blossoms in the daytime are beautiful, but night-time cherry blossoms have a different charm, don’t they? Capturing that allure is the song “Sakuraboshi” by DISH//.

Released in 2016, it’s the final track on DISH//’s second album, “Meshiagare no Gatling.” The music video begins with a gaze up at the night-time blossoms, and by contrasting them with daytime sakura, it highlights the unique appeal of cherry blossoms at night.

It’s a ballad with a hint of bittersweetness—perfect for listening to while gazing at the night-time sakura.

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Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Junrenka” MUSIC VIDEO (Original ver.)

Shonan no Kaze’s signature number and a hugely popular love song, “Junrenka.” Though time has passed since its 2006 release, it’s a track that’s still beloved and one you often hear.

With lyrics that read like a love letter to a girlfriend from a male perspective, men relate to it and women can’t help but swoon.

And what about the “night sakura”? You might wonder, but the lyrics clearly include passages about cherry blossoms at night and spring nights.

The poignant mood of cherry blossoms viewed at night is expressed beautifully.

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Sakura MitsutsukiSPYAIR

Sakura Mitsutsuki

Set against a fantastical scene of cherry blossoms dancing beneath a full moon, this work beautifully portrays feelings for what has been lost and hopes for new bonds.

Released in March 2013 as SPYAIR’s 10th single, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Gintama and was also included on the album MILLION, becoming one of the band’s signature songs.

It’s a track that accompanies those who want to reminisce with a loved one while gazing at springtime blossoms, or who keep waiting for someone dear.

Even while carrying loneliness, it gently pushes forward those seeking new encounters.