Popular Sakura Song Rankings [2026]

On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai57rank/position

Ai Kawashima / On the Day of Departure (Lyrics)

Tabidachi no Hi ni… by Ai Kawashima has become a popular graduation song.

Released in 2006 as a double A-side single together with Dear, this track is the original version of Asu e no Tobira, which Kawashima released while she was a member of I WiSH.

Although they share the same melody, the lyrics are completely different.

The song’s words look back on the many memories made since entering school and portray the bittersweet feelings of facing graduation while lingering over the classroom where so much time was spent.

Hearing this song—whose vivid scenes many can relate to—will likely bring tears as countless memories come flooding back.

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Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro58rank/position

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

This song, themed around cherry blossoms that brighten the spring graduation season, gently sings of farewells, reunions, and the treasured memories that remain in our hearts.

Naotaro Moriyama’s clear, pure vocals and the majestic arrangement of piano and strings resonate deeply.

The beautiful story, intertwining life’s important moments with the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms, leaves a lasting impression on listeners.

Released in March 2003, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” and was later included on the album “In Search of New Spices.” Embraced as a song that accompanies life’s milestones such as graduation and school entrance ceremonies, it has also become a gentle, comforting piece for elementary school children.

Nameless PoemMr.Children59rank/position

Mr.Children “Nameless Poem” Mr.Children “HOME” TOUR 2007 ~in the field~

This is a masterpiece—their 10th single—that achieved double million sales.

It’s a song about the shape of love that makes you think deeply about what love really is.

At first, it may sound like a straightforward love song, but the more you listen, the more the difficulty of love—and feelings of sadness and poignancy—grow stronger.

You know what,are-kun &『yuika’}60rank/position

You know. / Are-kun & “Yuika” [MV]

The lyrics depicting cherry blossoms dancing beneath the spring blue sky are striking.

The clear, transparent vocals of Are-kun and Yuika gently embrace the freshness of first love.

Born from a connection on social media, this work was released digitally in April 2022.

It portrays a bittersweet romance, where the two can’t honestly express their feelings to each other, evoking the budding emotions that come with the arrival of spring.

It’s a refreshing spring song that many will want to listen to during cherry blossom season, one that tenderly resonates with listeners’ hearts.

Sakura, You, and Ituki.61rank/position

Cherry Blossom, You, Me – SAKURA KIMI WATASHI

In the season when cherry blossoms dance in the air, this song is perfect for creating memories that will stay with children.

In this track, tuki.

sings gently, as if wrapping the bittersweet feelings of graduation and farewell in warmth.

Released in January 2024 and used as an insert song for an ABEMA romance show, it showcases tuki.’s delicate sensibilities.

Carried by the tender tones of an acoustic guitar, tuki.’s clear vocals resonate deeply in the heart.

This piece is ideal for listening at graduations, farewell gatherings, and other parting moments.

The lyrics, intertwined with the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms, will surely resonate with children as well.

Gachi SakuraShonan no Kaze62rank/position

Shonan no Kaze “Gachi Zakura” MUSIC VIDEO

This is a classic song by Shonan no Kaze that powerfully sings about the determination to keep taking on challenges toward one’s dreams and goals.

It portrays the resolve and readiness to face an unknown future, and the determination to keep moving forward while wrestling between ideals and reality, all set to an energetic sound.

Released in February 2010 as the theme song for the film “Negotiator THE MOVIE: A Battle of Wits at 10,000 Meters,” the track is notable for the members’ passionate vocals.

It’s a perfect song to listen to in the spring when starting a new chapter in life, or whenever you want to push toward making your dreams come true.

At dawn again today, with cherry blossoms dancingCHiCO with HoneyWorks63rank/position

In the dawn where cherry blossoms dance again today / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

It’s a poignant yet powerful message song about thinking of someone precious who’s far away.

This track by CHiCO with HoneyWorks was released as a single in 2017 and was used as the opening theme for the anime Gintama: Porori-hen.

The brisk, driving sound pairs perfectly with CHiCO’s bright, clear vocals.

The lyrics express the feeling that “because I have memories with my friends, I can keep moving forward.” Try listening to it while thinking about the friends you often hang out with.

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