Japanese Pop Sakura Song Rankings [2026]

Sakura MelodyMakihara Noriyuki81rank/position

Noriyuki Makihara – Sakura Melody [Music Video]

Noriyuki Makihara, known for hit songs like “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo” and “Donna Toki mo,” tends to have a strong image as a winter-song artist.

But he actually has plenty of wonderful spring songs, too! In particular, “Sakura Melody” is such an upbeat, positive track that you could almost call it the spring version of “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo,” with its palpable sense of excitement.

The melody line is incredibly fluid as well, reminding you just how exceptional his singing truly is!

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This year’s cherry blossomsflumpool82rank/position

This year's cherry blossoms

It’s a classic filled with warm cheers for those leaving their hometowns and taking a new step, a beautiful song that naturally stirs a positive mindset.

Released on the December 2009 album “What’s flumpool!?”, it was also used as the opening theme for “Minna no Koshien.” Created as an answer song to their debut track “Hana ni Nare,” this piece has comforted many as an anthem of support for the season of departures.

As spring arrives—whether you’re starting a new chapter in life or striving toward new goals—it will give you a strong push forward.

cherry blossom colorKaneyori Masaru83rank/position

Kaneyori Masaru [Sakura-iro] Music Video

Cherry blossoms bloom in full glory with the arrival of spring.

Their beauty never fails to steal our hearts.

Kaneyori Masaru’s song gently portrays a love dyed in that cherry blossom–colored world.

Chitose Mina’s clear, transparent voice feels as if it rides the spring breeze and nestles close to your heart.

This track is included on the album “Watashi no Nocturne,” released in January 2023.

It was also featured in Yamada Denki’s new life campaign commercial, warming the hearts of many.

It’s a perfect song for anyone starting a new season with a touch of bittersweet feeling.

SakuraRemioromen84rank/position

Remioromen – Sakura (Music Video Short ver.)

A pop tune by Remioromen that gently sings of feelings for a loved one beneath trees in full-bloom cherry blossoms.

With the arrival of spring, the song kindles a warm light of hope in listeners’ hearts.

Released in February 2009 as a digital-only single, it was featured in commercials for au by KDDI as well as Sony Ericsson mobile phones.

It continues to resonate with many as a song to listen to in the springtime, when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.

Thunder Sakura feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmotiMAISONdes85rank/position

Urusei Yatsura Season 2 Ending Full – Raiou by MAISONdes feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmoti

A MAISONdes track that depicts thunder heralding the arrival of spring and fluttering cherry blossoms.

Its melody evokes the feeling of strolling down a cherry-lined path bathed in gentle sunlight, intertwined with 9Lana’s translucent vocals to express the tenderness of cherishing memories with someone dear.

The lyrics delicately portray the wish to treasure everyday, unassuming moments, along with the bittersweetness and joy felt with the coming of spring, resonating deeply.

It was selected as the ending theme for the third cour of the anime Urusei Yatsura, airing on Fuji TV’s Noitamina block from January 2024.

A wonderful song you’ll want to take along on a springtime drive.