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For people in their 90s, songs that were popular in the Showa era likely still remain deeply in their hearts.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of classic Showa-era songs themed around spring, all at once!
There are various kinds—some that sing of springtime traditions and others that depict spring scenery.
If you’re reading this, please consider recommending the songs we’re about to introduce to people in their 90s.
We’d be delighted if those in their 90s enjoy listening to the songs featured in this article.
Now, let’s dive right into our recommended spring songs!
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[For Seniors] Recommended Spring Songs for People in Their 90s: A Collection of Shōwa-Era Spring Tunes (1–10)
WakabaNEW!Sakushi: Matsunaga Miyao / Sakkyoku: Hiraoka Hitoshi
Wakaba (Young Leaves) is a cherished song often sung in May, when the fresh green foliage dazzles.
With lyrics by Miyao Matsunaga and music by Kinshi Hiraoka, it was included in the National School textbook Elementary Music II published in February 1942.
Evoking vistas filled with beautiful greenery and the scent of a refreshing breeze, the piece lets you savor the arrival of early summer even indoors.
The key is to hum it gently to a relaxed rhythm while picturing Japan’s nostalgic rural landscapes—rice fields, farms, and wooded hills.
It’s a song that lets you enjoy the resonance of the Japanese language and brings a calm, peaceful feeling.
Why not join voices and sing this work—filled with the vibrant air of the season—together during a recreational moment?
Youth CyclingNEW!Kosaka Kazuya
A youthful kayō song that represents the late 1950s, the kind that makes you want to hum along as you feel the refreshing May breeze.
Sung by Kazuya Kosaka, who captivated many fans both as a country singer and as a film actor, this single was released in April 1957, when cycling was wildly popular among young people.
It also came into the world as the “Nikkan Sports Prize-Winning Song,” and the melody crafted by master composer Masao Koga is exceptionally approachable.
Hearing the cheerful call of “Yah-ho!” will surely bring back vivid memories for many seniors of those days when they rode their bicycles far afield with friends.
As you reminisce together and raise your voices in song, your heart and body are sure to feel lighter!
The Splendor of the PrairieAgunesu Chan
Amidst nature’s rich scenery, a name echoes and the wind’s sound brings tears.
While listening to the babbling of a brook, this moving song by Agnes Chan celebrates moments spent in a meadow scented with lotus blossoms.
As wild strawberries are picked, pure thoughts of a dearly loved one far away blend beautifully with her clear, translucent voice.
Released in 1973, the song became a major hit with sales exceeding one million copies, and it was chosen as the entrance march for the spring National High School Baseball Invitational in 1974.
As a springtime song that evokes the beauty of nature and the season of new journeys, it’s a perfect nostalgic tune to hum together with older listeners.
Red bird, little birdNEW!Sakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Narita Tamezō
A children’s song that delights with its vivid colors and rhythmic wordplay.
The lyrics were written by Hakushu Kitahara, and the music was composed by Tamezo Narita.
It depicts a charming little bird pecking at red and white berries, and simply listening conjures up a warm, gentle scene.
Its simple repetition is pleasing, making it a piece you’ll find yourself humming along to, perfect for enjoying the rhythm of the words.
It has long appeared in textbooks and music materials and has been sung across generations.
It’s recommended to sing it together in unison and add hand claps for extra fun.
Try singing this nostalgic melody at recreational gatherings for older adults.
motherNEW!Sakushi: Tanaka Nana / Sakkyoku: Nakada Yoshinao
Speaking of May, it’s Mother’s Day—how about singing this children’s song, known for its gentle call to mothers? Written by lyricist Nana Tanaka and composed by Yoshinao Nakada, famed for classics like “Chiisai Aki Mitsuketa,” this piece portrays a mother’s warmth through the familiar scents of everyday life, such as laundry and cooking.
Since its release in 1954, its dialogue-like lyrics—reminiscent of a parent and child—have endeared it to listeners, making it a beloved classic across generations.
It conjures up scenes of home that everyone has experienced, wrapping you in a feeling of nostalgia.
During recreation time, why not hum it together while sharing memories of your mother?