[Reiwa Spring Songs] A roundup of spring songs born in the Reiwa era and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to in spring!

SanctuaryVOLTACTION

【MV】Sanctuary #VOLTACTION

An energetic dance track that sings of the sweet-and-sour feelings of springtime love! It’s a song by NIJISANJI’s music unit VOLTACTION, released in May 2025.

With the theme of “a spring breeze that carries the beginning of love,” the track is refreshingly light, featuring Seraph Dazzlegarden at center.

Its airy melody line showcases shimmering high notes and leaves a striking impression.

It’s the kind of song that makes your body move before you know it.

Perfect for anyone whose heart flutters at new encounters or who loves dance music—definitely give it a listen!

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Spring As Is – Blue Mash

Blue Mash’s music is marked by a refreshing performance that evokes the arrival of spring.

The piano’s tone is soothing, and the lyrics—portraying a young person’s emotional growth through heartbreak and the passage of time—really resonate.

収録曲は2022年10月にリリースされた2枚目のEP『学生街より e.p.』で、新しい季節の始まりにぴったりの一曲です。

Its breezy indie rock sound is laced with the sentiments of a time filled with meetings and farewells.

Highly recommended for those beginning a new chapter in life or eagerly awaiting the coming of spring.

cherry blossomKALMA

KALMA – Sakura (Music Video)

As a new staple song perfect for spring, KALMA’s “Sakura” captures listeners’ hearts.

Released on February 3, 2021 to commemorate the first anniversary of their major-label debut, the track is a cheer for those embarking on fresh starts.

Its band arrangement blends power and delicacy, and the lyrics—depicting the anxieties and hopes surrounding graduation and new beginnings—truly evoke the arrival of spring.

Packed with uncertainty, determination, and hope, the song’s words are sure to resonate with many listeners.

It’s a highly recommended track for anyone standing at the start of a new chapter this spring, or for those looking to turn over a new leaf and take on new challenges!

Sakura PhotographHatsuboshi Gakuen

Hatsuboshi Academy “Sakura Photograph” Official Music Video (HATSUBOSHI GAKUEN – Sakura Photograph)

It’s a moving ballad perfect for the season when cherry blossoms dance.

Released in April 2025, this song is the theme for the season event “Sakura-Mau Start Line” in the game Gakuen Idolmaster.

The gentle harmonies of the trio—Liliya Katsuragi, Sayaka Shiun, and Saki Hanami—leave a lasting impression.

It’s as if the tender melody rides the spring breeze and soars into the sky.

The lyrics, which portray meetings, farewells, and irreplaceable friendship, will especially resonate with those graduating from school.

Be sure to give it a listen during cherry blossom season.

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It Became Goodbye / Chevon [Lyric Video]

An original track that rhythmically captures the bittersweet feeling that seeps in with the arrival of spring.

Created by Chevon, this single was released in March 2025, carrying on the tradition of annual spring-themed songs.

Its emotional vocals and a sound that fuses rock and pop leave a strong impression, while the sentimental guitar tones beautifully paint the scenery of spring.

Immediately after release, comments like “resonates with the heart” and “beautiful” spread across social media, striking a chord with many listeners.

Highly recommended for moments when you want to dwell on memories with someone special.

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Maica_n – Sakura Petal (Official Music Video)

It’s an uplifting song woven from a melody that resonates deep in the heart and vocals tinged with poignancy.

It gently wraps the anxiety and uncertainty that come with chasing a dream, along with the courage to move forward, into a warm, comforting track.

Drawing on her own experiences, Maica_n’s words offer a message that stands close to the listener’s heart.

Having stepped into the major scene with the album “Replica,” Maica_n has also worked on numerous tie-in projects, including the ending theme for the anime Digimon Adventure: and a commercial song for the brand Ukon no Chikara.

This song is perfect for the season when spring is in the air, and it’s sure to become a reassuring companion that quietly gives a nudge to those feeling anxious about starting a new chapter in life.

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Nishina – Seiran Yūei [Official Video]

In June 2022, nishina released a track noted for its delicate vocals and gentle melody.

This song is a send-off anthem infused with the resolve to pursue one’s dreams and forge one’s own path.

Like swimming freely through a clear, blue ocean, it captures the leap into a wider world.

The hopes and anxieties of young people are expressed through tender vocals and a dreamy, imaginative sound.

Included on the album “1999,” the song drew attention as a piece symbolizing a turning point for the artist.

As a new chapter begins—especially in spring, when anticipation and uncertainty mingle—this work is sure to gently nudge anyone taking their first steps into a new environment.