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