[For Seniors] Recommended spring songs for people in their 90s: A collection of Shōwa-era spring tunes

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!

Playlist

[For Seniors] Recommended spring songs for people in their 90s: A collection of Shōwa-era spring tunes
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	WakabaSakushi: Matsunaga Miyao / Sakkyoku: Hiraoka Hitoshi		The school song “Wakaba” that sings of May’s fresh green
2	Youth CyclingKosaka Kazuya		Youth popular songs of the late 1950s to early 1960s (Showa 30s), memories of bicycles
3	Red bird, little birdSakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Narita Tamezō		Introducing the charm of children's songs and how to enjoy them
4	The Splendor of the PrairieAgunesu Chan		A song of memories about nature and departure
5	motherSakushi: Tanaka Nana / Sakkyoku: Nakada Yoshinao		Mother's Day: a classic song that portrays a mother's warmth
6	KintaroSakushi: Ishihara Wasaburō / Sakkyoku: Tamura Torazō		About the nursery rhyme of the boy from Mount Ashigara
7	Flowers of the trifoliate orangeSakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Yamada Kōsaku		A famous Japanese song themed on a plant with white flowers and golden fruit
8	Nozaki KoutaTōkairin Tarō		A spring outing song heading to Nozaki Kannon by yakatabune (roofed pleasure boat)
9	Mischief of the spring breezeYamaguchi Momoe		A spring song that resonates in the heart: a classic by Momoe Yamaguchi
10	Song of the Language of FlowersSakushi: Saijō Yaso / Sakkyoku: Ikeda Fujio		An elegant waltz themed around flowers, the theme song of a 1936 film
11	Japanese bush warblerSakushi: Hayashi Ryūha / Sakkyoku: Inoue Takeshi		On the hymns of birds that herald the arrival of spring
12	When the violets bloomSakushi: Fritz Rotter Shirai Tetsuzō / Sakkyoku: Franz Doelle		An iconic song of the Takarazuka Revue
13	White Plum Blossoms of YushimaObata Minoru		The white plum blossoms of Yushima are a famous piece from Onna Keizu (A Woman’s Lineage).
14	Height comparisonSakushi: Umino Atsushi / Sakkyoku: Nakayama Shinpei		The history and memories of a nursery rhyme depicting the growth of siblings
15	SaraiKayama Yūzō		A heartwarming classic that captures feelings for one’s hometown
16	Until we meet againOzaki Kiyohiko		Kiyohiko Ozaki’s classic song “Until the Day We Meet Again”
17	Lingering Snowiruka		Spring farewell song, a masterpiece by Iruka
18	Apple SongNamiki Michiko		A famous song that sang of postwar hope with the Apple Song
19	Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s spring classic, a heartwarming masterpiece
20	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		A celebrated song of spring, a masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya
21	Blue MountainsFujiyama Ichirō		A masterpiece that beautifully sings of postwar hope and a new era
22	strollInoue Azumi		Walk energetically to the theme song of My Neighbor Totoro
23	Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko		A masterpiece that colors the postwar music scene
24	Song of the Four SeasonsSakushi sakkyoku: Araki Toyohisa		Showa-era classic: the beauty of the four seasons and love
25	Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Kāpo		A classic springtime song that conveys the importance of living naturally
26	GraduationMatsuyama Chiharu		Chiharu Matsuyama’s spring melody, the singing voice of youth
27	spring hazeIwasaki Hiromi		Hiromi Iwasaki’s spring classic, a song about a bittersweet love.
28	If you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsSakamoto Kyu		A heartwarming classic imbued with peace and friendship
29	What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu		A nostalgic Showa-era melody with the Onsen Ondo
30	Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari		A masterpiece that sings of Hibari Misora’s life
31	Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi		A bittersweet song about long-distance love, nostalgic memories
32	March of 365 StepsSuizenji Kiyoko		An encouraging song that gives you the courage to move forward
33	Words of FarewellKaientai		“Okuru Kotoba” is a song of springtime farewells and bonds.
34	the first strong spring windkyandīzu		The charm of a nostalgic classic that sings of spring’s arrival
35	cuckooSakushi: Tomoi Kumiko		The spring birds' songs, the forest's gentle melody
36	Spring StreamSakushi: Takano Tatsuyuki / Sakkyoku: Okano Teiichi		A spring song—a classic whose gentle melody warms the heart.
37	A Hazy Moonlit Nightshouka		A masterpiece that depicts the serenity and beauty of spring
38	O-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsSakamoto Fuyumi		A tale of heartbreak and renewal hidden in the night cherry blossoms
39	Song of Springshouka		A heartwarming national song that sings of the arrival of spring
40	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe		An anthem from Momoe to brighten life’s milestones
41	When the lilacs bloomOkamoto Atsurō		Lila’s famous song that paints memories of spring, steeped in nostalgia
42	My Giftofukōsu		A famous song by Kazumasa Oda that makes you feel the arrival of spring
43	Journey of the Heartchūrippu		A classic song that captures the bittersweet emotions of departure.
44	Flower TownSakushi: Ema Akiko / Sakkyoku: Dan Ikuma		A masterpiece that brought hope to postwar Japan
45	Flowers and Sunshine of a Spring Day		A song that gently embraces love as it changes
46	Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio / Yoshinaga Sayuri		A nostalgic classic is loved across generations.
47	Spring Has Comeririi		A heartwarming song by Lily that sings of the arrival of spring
48	Cape ErimoMori Shinichi		Spring in the northern country, a song of quiet happiness
49	Spring Night		A spring night, a scene enchanted by the sound of the koto.
50	The arrival of springKoyanagi Rumiko		Rumiko Koyanagi's spring classic, nostalgic memories
51	Has the plum blossomed?Misora Hibari		Hibari Misora’s short songs capture the spirit of Japan.
52	The Flower Girl of TokyoHaruo Oka		Postwar Tokyo Depicted in the Flower Seller Girl’s Song
53	A hill with a view of the harborHirano Aiko		A classic song that portrays the scenery of a port town and the bittersweet memories of love.
54	Suzhou SerenadeRikōran		“Suzhou Serenade,” a classic song that sings of spring scenes and the bittersweetness of love.
55	Northern SpringSen Masao		Kitaguni no Haru is a famous song by Masao Sen, a nostalgia-inducing tune.
56	spring thunderfuki no tō		A famous song about butterbur buds singing of spring, resonating in the heart
57	Premonition of Spring ~I’ve been mellow~Minami Saori		Syoko Minami’s gentle singing voice gracefully portrays mature romance.
58	My Pure LadyOzaki Ami		A classic hit by Ami Ozaki filled with the emotions of spring
59	Cotton MoodAnri		Relive nostalgic memories with classic spring songs
60	Flower JourneyMatsutōya Yumi		A masterpiece that depicts the beauty of cherry blossom blizzards and the scenery of spring.
61	Tokyo RhapsodyFujiyama Ichirō		A classic song from the Showa era: Ichiro Fujiyama’s “Tokyo.”
62	school daysPegī Hayama		A timeless song that sings of youthful memories, resonating in the heart.
63	The Highland Train GoesOkamoto Atsurō		The travel sentiment of a highland train, a song that resonates in the heart
64	Spring Streamdōyō		The spring brook is a song that depicts the arrival of spring and the beauty of nature.
65	Watermill in the ForestNamiki Michiko		A song that expresses diligence and the arrival of spring through the sound of a waterwheel in the forest.
66	Let’s get married.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s heartwarming spring classic
67	tricolor violetSakurada Junko		A masterpiece by Junko Sakurada depicting spring scenes
68	Sleep on my chestkaguya hime		A timeless masterpiece brimming with romance, a heartwarming melody
69	Whisper of Young Leavestenchi mari		A classic song that gently portrays the scenery of spring and feelings of love
70	Ladybug Sambacherisshu		Spring songs brighten and uplift people's hearts.
71	A rose has bloomed.Maiku Maki		The roses have bloomed, a heartwarming classic
72	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima: a heartwarming classic that resonates in spring
73	Ah, Ueno StationIzawa Hachirō		Tokyo Station Melody: Hope in Life and the Journey
74	Happy HinamatsuriSakushi: Satō Hachirō / Sakkyoku: Kawamura Kōyō		The Charm of the Hina Matsuri Classic “Ureshii Hinamatsuri”
75	Album of MemoriesSakushi: Masuko Toshi / Sakkyoku: Honda Tetsuma		A heartwarming song about memories from kindergarten
76	On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi		Graduation songs evoke the arrival of spring.
77	loquatsakushi: mado michio / sakkyoku: isobe shigeru		A gentle early-summer nursery rhyme, depicting scenes of fruit.
78	This roadSakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Yamada Kōsaku		A masterpiece that expresses the beauty of the four seasons
79	Early Spring OdeSakushi: Ichimasa Yoshimaru / Sakkyoku: Akira Nakata		A composition that delicately depicts a spring scene
80	Spring somewhereSakushi: Momota Soji / Sakkyoku: Kusagawa Shin		The charm and emotion of the spring classic “Soushunfu (Early Spring Ode)”
81	A Letter Waiting for Springyoshida takurou		Heartfelt exchanges through letters and songs of memories
82	hometownshouka		A song that symbolizes the Japanese spirit, expressing feelings for one’s hometown
83	Temptation of the Spring BreezeKoizumi Kyoko		A spring tale of a girl waiting for love
84	Spring has come.Monbushō shōka		A heartwarming Ministry of Education shoka depicting the arrival of spring
85	Spring StreamMonbushō shōka		A beautiful school song depicting the spring scenery of one’s hometown
86	tea pickingMonbushō shōka		Japanese masterpieces that reflect the seasons and everyday life
87	koinobori (carp streamers)Monbushō shōka		Koinobori, a song wishing for children's growth
88	Ringo OiwakeMisora Hibari		Scenes of Tsugaru, a classic song by Hibari Misora
89	12th graderFunaki Kazuo		A song of youth, Kazuo Funaki’s famous piece, singing of memories
90	Song of MayYakushi: Aoyagi Zengo / Sakkyoku: Mōtsuaruto		Mozart masterpiece, singing the joy of spring
91	Parting at 22kaze		The Wind’s debut song, cherished as a timeless anthem of youth
92	Early Spring Odeshouka		A famous song that sings of early spring’s beauty, with the landscapes of Nagano resonating in the heart
93	Flowershouka		A cherry blossom song celebrating the arrival of spring, a heartwarming classic
94	Moon over the Ruined Castleshouka		Kojo no Tsuki is a moving masterpiece.
95	When the white flowers bloomOkamoto Atsurō		White flowers, a song of nostalgia and farewell
96	Sakura, sakuradōyō		A heartwarming Japanese classic that sings of the beauty of cherry blossoms
97	Spring has come.dōyō		A famous Japanese children's song that sings of the arrival of spring
98	Moon over the Ruined CastleSakushi: Doi Bansui / Sakkyoku: Taki Rentarō		Spring Song, a famous piece by Bansui Doi and Rentaro Taki