Recommended for cherry-blossom viewing season! Classic sakura songs and spring tunes

Cherry Blossoms of HopeHanzaki Yoshiko

Yoshiko Hanzaki “Cherry Blossoms of Hope”

This song expresses the artist’s feelings about the Great East Japan Earthquake.

It was released as an indie single in 2011.

The sadness and hope conveyed through the lyrics sink deep into the heart.

The person who gave the song its title is Shofukutei Tsurube, a rakugo storyteller and comedian.

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Araki Jakkan

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Hundred-Year Cherry BlossomsYoshi Ikuzo

Ikuzo Yoshi “Centennial Cherry Blossom” MV (released April 29, 2020)

“Hyakunen Zakura” is a song specially written by Ikuzo Yoshi for the 100th anniversary of the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival.

For many Japanese people, there are memories tied to cherry blossoms—like going flower-viewing with family.

Listening to this song brings back those nostalgic memories along with images of beautiful sakura.

It’s an opulent cherry blossom song, featuring Ikuzo Yoshi’s superb, unmistakable vocals and a wonderful supporting orchestra.

How about using it as background music for events where many seniors gather?

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sasashina

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lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyŌhara Sakurako

Sakurako Ohara – Hirari (Music Video YouTube ver.)

This song was released in 2017 as Sakurako Ohara’s 10th single.

It was used as the theme song for the film Cheer☆Dance.

The lyrics express the heartache of being separated from someone important.

It’s also popular as a friendship song and a graduation song.

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Araki Jakkan

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One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi

Masayoshi Yamazaki – “One more time, One more chance” MUSIC VIDEO [4K Quality]

This is the fourth single by singer-songwriter Masayoshi Yamazaki, who has gained popularity for his instantly recognizable, distinctive voice and his refined musicality that lets him master a wide range of instruments.

The song was used as the theme for his first starring film, “Tsuki to Kyabetsu” (The Moon and a Cabbage), and is one of Yamazaki’s signature tracks known across generations.

Many artists have famously covered it, but its heartrending lyrics and melody truly resonate when sung by Yamazaki himself.

A classic J-pop masterpiece that everyone knows, its wistful atmosphere adds a special touch to any cherry-blossom viewing gathering.

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Hoshino Takashi

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cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto

[MV] Makoto Kawamoto “Sakura”

A cherry blossom song by singer-songwriter Makoto Kawamoto, who rose to fame with her cute vocal style and distinctive tracks.

The cherry blossom season isn’t just about new encounters; it’s also a time of farewells—graduations, moving to Tokyo, relocating.

This song portrays those bittersweet goodbyes through literary lyrics, and anyone who’s had similar experiences will likely see themselves reflected in it.

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Saitō Ayumu

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The parting path hidden by cherry blossomsHirakawachi Icchōme

The Parting Path Hidden by Cherry Blossoms – Hirakawachi Icchōme

Released on February 18, 2004.

Here is a little-known gem by the brother duo Hirakawachi Icchōme, who disbanded in 2008.

The bittersweet lyrics combined with the vocal tone of the older brother, Ryunosuke Hayashi, create a nicely wistful atmosphere of parting.

SakurairoSaitō Takumi

Takumi Saitoh / Sakura-iro

Released on February 22, 2012.

This is a song by Takumi Saitoh, who quickly became famous as that sexy actor.

A film inspired by this song, “Sakurairo,” was also produced starring Takumi Saitoh.

It’s a great track with a masculine vibe, capturing a man who, while reluctant to part, looks at the cherry blossoms and remembers the one he loved.