Japanese Pop Spring Song Ranking [2026]

April windElefanto Kashimashi43rank/position

April wind

Spring makes the heart race with the feeling of a new season, and the song you can’t help but want to sing at karaoke is this track by Elephant Kashimashi.

It was included on the single “Kanashimi no Hate,” released in April 1996, and became widely known as the theme song for the Toshiba Multimedia commercial.

It also reached many listeners through radio, being selected as an FM802 Heavy Rotation track in April 1996.

As vocalist Hiroji Miyamoto reportedly agonized during production that it might be “too pop,” the bright, buoyant melody certainly leaves an impression.

Even so, the band’s signature intensity remains intact, and the more you listen, the more courage it gives you.

Why not sing it with all your heart as a pep song for friends or colleagues starting a new chapter in life?

cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro44rank/position

Sakura

This song, a massive hit in 2003, is a masterpiece that depicts parting and reunion through the beauty and transience of cherry blossoms.

Naotaro Moriyama’s clear vocals and the simple, piano-centered arrangement resonate deeply with listeners.

The lyrics, which liken cherry blossoms scattering at the very moment they are in full bloom to the turning points of life, evoke both the poignancy of a departure and a forward-looking hope.

Chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizai-ki,” it sold over one million copies.

In 2019, it was revived with a new arrangement as the theme song for the drama “同期のサクラ” (Synchrony’s Sakura), and it continues to be loved across generations.

Sung at a graduation ceremony—one of life’s important milestones—it will etch memories with friends and a resolve for the future even more deeply.

Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu45rank/position

Southern All Stars – Sakura, Hirari [Official Visualizer]

The Southern All Stars’ new song features a heartwarming melody that evokes the arrival of spring.

Using cherry blossoms as a motif, it carries a message of hope and renewal, making it truly wonderful.

Released as a lead single from the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH” on January 1, 2025, the track coincided with the first anniversary of the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

Keisuke Kuwata’s warm vocals are accompanied by an acoustic guitar that breezes in like a spring wind.

It’s a moving song you’ll want to listen to during graduation and school entrance season.

Sakura Clear SkiesYuuri46rank/position

Sakura Clear Skies

This is a graduation song by Yuuri that expresses gratitude to parents and friends.

Its beautiful strings and piano tones are a perfect match for the vibrant spring scenery.

Based on emails from fans, it was produced and released in February 2021.

Although it wasn’t tied to any specific promotion, the song was included on the album “Ichi,” released in January 2022, and has resonated with many listeners.

Yuuri’s husky, emotional vocals color the season of bittersweet farewells and new beginnings.

It’s a number that gently encourages everyone standing at the starting line of a new life, so consider using it for Instagram Reels that capture spring scenes.

migratory bird[Alexandros]47rank/position

[Alexandros] – Wataridori (MV)

A song by [Alexandros], who have numerous tie-ins with films and commercials.

From the intro, the exhilarating guitar riff feels like a tailwind, and the moment you hear it, images of sprinting under a blue sky unfold.

The lyrics depict continuing to fly along the path you believe in even without the spotlight, and a desire to stay close to a wounded heart, gently giving you a push to take a new step forward.

Released in March 2015 as their 10th single, it drew attention as the theme song for the film “Akegarasu.” As of February 2026, the music video has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube, attesting to its popularity.

Although the word “spring” never appears, it perfectly matches the sense of excitement that comes with a season when something new begins.

It’s also recommended as a companion for starting a new chapter in life or for a drive that makes you want to head somewhere far away.

Become a flowerflumpool48rank/position

flumpool - Become a Flower (Music Video)

How do you think you will shine in a new world? And how do you envision yourself shining? flumpool’s “Become a Flower” is a song that expresses a person’s radiance through the image of a flower.

Encourage yourself, even if you’re still a smoldering bud.

Even if you feel overwhelmed by anxiety now, once your new life begins, the day will surely come when you bloom into a flower.

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Even if we forget springaibii karaa49rank/position

Ivy Color [Even If We Forget Spring] Music Video

A pop band from Osaka known for songs that capture the feel of the seasons, Ivy to Fraudulent Game delivers a bittersweet love song.

It’s a track that truly evokes spring—that faint tinge of sadness, the buoyant mood that lightens your step, and yet the sense that it’s also a season of partings.

The arrangement layers strings over a clear, piano-forward sound, and it really tugs at the heart.

Released in March 2019 as their debut single, it became a power-play track on a Nippon TV music program.

It’s perfect for the sentimental scenes of spring and also recommended as BGM for Instagram Reels.