Cherry blossom songs recommended for elementary school students: A roundup of classic tracks to enjoy in spring

Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka46

The Only One Who Knows Is the Graduation Photo by Hinatazaka46

A graduation-themed song with a poignant love story layered over the cherry blossom season leaves a strong impression.

Hinatazaka46’s clear, pure vocals gently embrace memories of the past and feelings that were never confessed.

It’s the group’s 13th single, released in January 2025, with Nao Kosaka serving as center.

The music video, set on a graduation day, was released in December 2024.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to in the season when the arrival of spring brings back nostalgic feelings.

Highly recommended for students approaching graduation and for anyone who has experienced parting with someone dear.

Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

It’s an incredibly famous cherry-blossom song, yet one you can listen to over and over without getting tired of it.

Released in 2003 as Naotaro Moriyama’s second single, its music video is memorable for his passionate singing beside a piano performance.

The pared-down, straightforward style—free of anything unnecessary—carries directly into the song itself.

The lyrics convey that cherry blossoms are fleeting and fall quickly, and that very ephemerality is what makes them beautiful; you could even replace “cherry blossoms” with “life” and the message would still ring true.

With a message that feels like a hymn to nature and life, it’s an enduring masterpiece that seems likely to resonate with the hearts of elementary school children as well.

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Cherry Blossom Rainabsorb

absorb "Sakura no Ame" MV Full

Absorb’s song “Sakura no Ame” was originally released on Nico Nico Douga, where it drew attention as a “bittersweet graduation song” and became a popular cherry blossom tune.

It’s a moving classic that evokes timeless youth, and it was even adapted into a novel and a film.

It’s often performed at actual graduation ceremonies, too.

Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46

Sakurazaka46 'Sakuzuki'

This song features striking lyrics that dwell on the season of cherry blossoms.

With themes of graduation and farewell, it poignantly weaves together cherry blossoms and human relationships.

Rena Moriya serves as center for the first time, revealing a new side of Sakurazaka46.

Released in February 2023, the track is the group’s fifth single.

It’s a perfect song for elementary school students entering graduation season.

Recommended for those who, in the spring when cherry blossoms bloom, feel a mix of emotions before parting with dear friends.

sakura colorGRe4N BOYZ

GReeeeN – Cherry Blossom Color

Here’s the perfect song for spring when the cherry blossoms bloom! “Sakura color” by the hugely popular vocal group GRe4N BOYZ, released on February 27, 2013.

This song speaks for those striving to adapt to a new environment.

In spring, classes get reshuffled, and some people may even transfer and start life at a new school.

Moving from a familiar place to somewhere different takes a lot of courage.

Even if you end up separated from your dearest friends, this is a song that makes you feel like they’re always by your side in your heart.

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Yoimachi Jēn

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Sakura SongKANA-BOON

KANA-BOON “Sakura no Uta” Music Video

It’s a rock tune that makes you want to cherish this moment, this very instant.

It’s a song by KANA-BOON, the band also known for “Full Drive” and “Silhouette,” included on their 2013 mini-album “Boku ga CD wo Dashitara.” While it has a driving feel, the emotive sound arrangement gradually brings you to tears as you listen—one of its greatest charms.

The lyrics evoke memories of a spring spent with someone you love, and that worldview really resonates.

Don’t you have someone like that, too?

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Araki Jakkan

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Sakura Weather and a Time Machine with Hatsune MikuAdo

[Ado] Cherry Blossom Weather and a Time Machine with Hatsune Miku

Songs themed around cherry blossoms are perfect for creating spring memories that stay with children.

The collaboration between Ado and Hatsune Miku beautifully captures the fleeting nature of sakura and the passage of time.

Released in October 2024, this track commemorates Ado’s 22nd birthday.

Singing of lingering attachment to the past, regret, and the courage to move forward, the piece will surely resonate with elementary school students facing graduation or entrance ceremonies.

It’s a song we’d love children to hear as they take a new step forward, recalling days spent with friends beneath the cherry blossoms.