Japanese Pop Spring Song Ranking [2026]

sprayyūkisan36rank/position

Organic Acid / ewe “spray” (self cover) MV

A gentle, bittersweet Vocaloid song.

Perhaps because the PV is predominantly pink, it somehow feels like spring.

It portrays two people who can’t be honest with each other, weaving feelings of not being able to forget despite having drifted apart.

It’s a page from a calm spring day, but it’s not happiness—it’s a farewell.

The song unfolds a sweet-and-sour story that feels like youth, yet somehow slips just beyond being called that.

Spring of LifePerfume37rank/position

[Official Music Video] Perfume「Spring of Life」

When you feel the gentle warmth of spring, don’t you just feel like dancing? Perfume’s hit song “Spring of Life” is perfect for that buoyant mood.

With its sparkling electronic sounds and bouncy rhythm, just listening to it makes your heart dance and makes you want to start a new romance.

Released as a single in April 2012, it drew major attention as their first work after changing record labels.

It was also featured in a Kirin Chu-Hi Hyoketsu commercial, so many of you might have heard it before.

The chorus dance is irresistibly cute and makes you want to copy it! If you’re nervous in a new class or need a boost of energy, listening to it will surely lift your spirits!

A person who loves springGLAY38rank/position

GLAY / A Person Who Loves Spring

A gem of a ballad born from the inspiration of witnessing people endure Iceland’s harsh winter while longing for spring.

It poetically depicts the changing of the seasons and human emotions, and its heartwarming melody—woven by delicate piano tones and the band’s dynamic groove—leaves a strong impression.

Included on the album “BELOVED,” released in November 1996, this GLAY number also gained popularity the following year as the B-side to the single “Kuchibiru,” and has been featured on numerous classic releases, including the best-of album “DRIVE-GLAY complete BEST.” It’s a song we especially recommend to those who, while awaiting the arrival of spring, hold dear the feelings they have for someone special.

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Kariyushi58 “Anma”

Speaking of spring and May, we can’t forget Mother’s Day.

The song “Anma” means “mother” in the Okinawan language—it’s a song dedicated to moms.

It’s also Kariyushi 58’s signature track and their debut single, released in 2006.

It’s filled with feelings that are hard to express honestly in everyday life: gratitude to one’s mother and, in a way, confessions or apologies for the past.

For those who’ve left home and haven’t seen their parents for a long time, listening to this song might make you want to see them again and tell them how grateful you are.

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Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry)ENDLICHERI☆ENDLICHERI40rank/position

Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry)

This is the first single released under one of Tsuyoshi Domoto’s solo monikers, ENDLICHERI☆ENDLICHERI; Domoto is also active as a member of KinKi Kids.

Titled after Somei Yoshino, a cherry blossom variety commonly seen in Japan, the song depicts the many emotions felt during cherry blossom season.

Its airy, floating sound—evoking an unsteady mind and shifting feelings—together with vocals that accentuate that mood, creates a unique world.

The track conjures the sense of unease behind the beauty of cherry blossoms, which can be seen only for a limited time each year: how many more times will we get to witness this scene?

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forget-me-notAwesome City Club41rank/position

Awesome City Club / Wasurena (MUSIC VIDEO)

The harmonies woven by the male and female twin vocals are richly emotive, flowing into the heart like a conversation.

It’s moving to see how past love is likened to flowers, and how the song portrays the resolve to overcome the sorrow of parting and move toward the future.

This work by Awesome City Club is included on the album “Grower,” released in February 2021.

Created as an inspiration song for the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet,” it aligns with the movie’s worldview while showcasing a refined arrangement.

It’s perfect for those starting a new chapter with unforgettable memories, or for anyone who wants to soak in a sentimental mood while feeling the spring breeze.

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DA PUMP / Sakura MV+SPOT (short ver.)

A beautiful ballad with a Japanese flair from DA PUMP, one of Japan’s leading dance and vocal groups.

Set against the changing seasons from winter to spring, it uses cherry blossoms as a metaphor to express life’s fragility and the importance of bonds.

ISSA’s powerful yet delicate vocals, paired with the members’ graceful choreography, create a world that resonates deeply with viewers.

Released in March 2019, the song was selected as the opening theme for TBS’s CDTV in February and March.

Distinct from the danceable image of their previous hit “U.S.A.,” this track showcases a new side of DA PUMP.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when reflecting on life’s milestones and cherished memories, especially during the season that heralds the arrival of spring.