[Masterpieces] A Special Feature on Anime Songs to Listen to in Spring! A roundup of god-tier tracks that make your heart dance

Kasuga ShadowNEW!GRYCHIC

CRYCHIC – Kasuga Kage / THE FIRST TAKE

A song by CRYCHIC, a band born from the multimedia project BanG Dream!.

It was featured as an insert song in the anime BanG Dream! It’s MyGO!!!!!.

The piano melody riding on a waltz rhythm is truly beautiful, blending the gentle sunlight of spring with a bittersweetness like the shadows it casts.

After first being included on the bonus CD of the anime’s Blu-ray released in April 2024, a one-take recording for the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE was released in April 2025.

Its delicate words mirror the shifting emotions of spring.

In this season when anxiety and anticipation about new environments mingle, why not listen to it quietly?

Rhapsody of the Blue SkyNEW!fhána

fhána / Rhapsody of the Blue Sky – MUSIC VIDEO

A dance number by fhána that makes your body move to its sprightly rhythm and dazzling brass sound.

The lyrics, depicting people from different worlds joining hands to build a lively everyday life, are perfect for the spring season when you dive into a new environment.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, the track was released in January 2017 as their 10th single.

It marked their first tie-up with Kyoto Animation, and the released music video has garnered a great deal of support.

Even when you’re weighed down by worries or anxieties, listening to this song will surely lift your spirits.

It’s a classic brimming with exhilaration that makes you look forward to meeting new friends.

False SpringNEW!yanaginagi

yanaginagi – Haru Modoki (Audio)

Starting out as a singer from the internet and now coloring numerous anime works, Yanagi Nagi.

This piece, marked by her clear voice, pairs a driving, pop-infused sound with lyrics that delicately portray the unease of grappling with the gap between ideals and reality.

It’s not just a simple ode to the seasons; its slightly bittersweet worldview resonates deeply.

Released in June 2015 as her 10th single, it was used as the opening theme for the anime My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU TOO!.

The song is also included on the album Follow My Tracks and reached No.

8 on the Oricon weekly chart.

When you’re feeling lost in a new environment, this track might give you a down-to-earth kind of courage.

The cherry blossoms bloom.NEW!Hayashibara Megumi

Megumi Hayashibara 'Sakura Saku' | Love Hina | Opening

Spring is the season for new challenges, isn’t it? At times like that, the song I want to listen to is the opening theme from the TV Tokyo anime “Love Hina.” Its sound is bursting with a brisk, sakura-scattering energy that fills you with vitality as you listen.

The springlike melody by Ritsuko Okazaki and the cute yet powerful vocals by the hugely popular voice actress Megumi Hayashibara are a perfect match.

Released as a single in May 2000, it was a big hit, reaching No.

7 on the Oricon weekly charts.

The track is also included on the album “feel well.” The lyrics blow away your anxieties and give you the courage to chase your dreams—they’re truly encouraging.

It’s a support song that gently gives you a push forward.

Be sure to make it your companion when you take a new step!

STEPNEW!ClariS

STEP

If you’re looking for the courage to take a step forward in a new environment, I recommend ClariS’s 10th single.

Released in April 2014, this track was used as the second opening theme for the TV anime Nisekoi.

Featuring glittering synths crafted by kz (livetune), it’s an electropop song that makes your heart leap just by listening.

It captures the frustration of being in love and the determination to unlock a precious key and move ahead—conveying a sense of “the next stage” that also overlaps with the members’ journey at the time.

The brisk, springlike melody is perfect as background music for a fresh start.

It’s a gem that gently gives you a push—be sure to give it a listen!

Spring in its gentle gloryNEW!GENIC

Spring in its gentle glory

This is a heartwarming medium-tempo ballad by the co-ed dance and vocal group GENIC.

Its gentle, spring-like melody and slightly bittersweet yet forward-looking lyrics leave a strong impression.

Written specifically as the ending theme for the TV anime Fruits Basket: The Final, the song graced the story’s conclusion.

Released digitally in April 2021, it features lyrics co-written by members Ryu Kiike and Joe Nishizawa, with arrangement also handled by Kiike.

The creators’ heartfelt message will gently encourage listeners.

It’s perfect for those feeling the loneliness of farewell season or seeking the courage to step into a new environment.

The track was later included on the album Ever Yours.

Our FrontierNEW!Wake Up Girls!

Wake Up, Girls! / Our Frontier (Music Video)

A perfect song for spring, when new chapters begin, that gives you the courage to step into the unknown.

Keiichi Hirokawa’s exhilarating, fast-paced band sound and Natsumi Tadano’s uplifting lyrics give listeners a strong push forward.

The fleeting touch of poignancy amidst the freshness is striking, evoking the shining spirit of youth aiming higher together with friends.

Released in November 2016 as a single by Wake Up, Girls!, it went beyond the bounds of the work they starred in to be used as the ending theme for the TV anime Scorching Ping Pong Girls.

As a new challenge for the group, this song became a cherished number that stays with the afterglow of the story while fueling you for tomorrow.

Give it a listen on mornings when you want the courage to take a step forward, or when you feel uneasy about a new environment.