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Spring Song Roundup of TV and Web Commercial Tie-ins

When you hear “spring songs,” what kind of tracks come to mind?

Songs about cherry blossoms, graduation tunes that portray departures and farewells, and even songs that evoke the start of a new life—there are so many that pop into your head, right?

In this article, we’ll showcase, all at once, spring songs that have been used in TV and web commercials so far!

There are plenty of tracks that capture a fresh, spring-like vibe, so be sure to read to the end.

You just might find the song you’ve been looking for.

[TV/Web] Compilation of Spring Song Tie-ins from Commercials (41–50)

au KDDI LISMO 'PAINT IT MUSIC!' version

Become a flowerflumpool

flumpool - Become a Flower (Music Video)
Become a flowerflumpool

Flumpool’s major-label debut single “Hana ni Nare,” released in 2008, was used in an au KDDI commercial and became a huge hit, surpassing one million downloads just one week after its digital release.

The song’s message—conveyed in the lyric “Become a flower”—encourages listeners to chase their dreams and live each day with burning passion.

Its melody delivers the words straight to the heart and is a pleasure to listen to.

It’s an uplifting anthem I’d like to dedicate to anyone welcoming spring and resolving to make a fresh start.

Spring meltsindigo la End

A song that combines both the strength and delicacy that evoke the arrival of spring.

Released as a digital-only single in March 2022 by indigo la End, it was written by Enon Kawatani as a campaign song for FM802 and Hanshin Expressway.

It’s actually a self-cover of a track originally released under the limited-time unit name “Radio Bootsy.” The lyrics, which poignantly capture the wish to be reborn as a new self while repeating encounters and farewells, leave a strong impression.

The vibrant, springlike worldview is beautifully depicted, making it perfect for times when you want a fresh start.

It’s a song that gently gives a push to those embarking on a new chapter in life.

NTT East Japan DEONPO115

SAKURAikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “SAKURA” Music Video
SAKURAikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari’s debut single released in 2006, which is also used as the station melody at Ebina Station.

It was featured as the CM song for NTT East’s “DENPO115.” It truly evokes a world that symbolizes Japan’s cherry blossoms.

The lyrics paint scenes so vividly they rise right before your eyes, and Masanori Shimada’s deeply moving arrangement seeps into your heart.

Maybe cherry blossoms can keep our feelings connected even as time passes.

It’s a beautiful ballad that perfectly matches springtime scenery.

SONY Cyber-shot T Series

cherry blossom colorAnjura Aki

Angela Aki “Sakura-iro” Music Video
cherry blossom colorAnjura Aki

This is a single released in 2007 by Angela Aki, who captivated listeners with her piano-and-vocal style rich in message.

It was featured in the commercial for SONY’s Cyber-shot T series.

I still remember how surprised I was by the song’s development when I first heard it back then.

Angela Aki depicts her feelings during her time in Washington, when nothing was going well, and the powerful lyrics—neither discarding the past nor denying it, but truly accepting it and striving to overcome setbacks—really resonate.

With Seiji Kameda’s production, it’s catchy and full of moments that hit you in the heart.

It’s a moving ballad that pairs beautifully with rows of cherry blossoms.

Hattori Watch Shop

the first strong spring windkyandīzu

Candies was an idol group representing the Showa era, consisting of Ran Ito, Miki Fujimura, and Yoshiko Tanaka.

Along with their nicknames Ran, Sue, and Miki, they lit up living rooms across Japan alongside acts like The Drifters.

One of their signature songs is Haru Ichiban, a perfect springtime piece that hints at a fresh new beginning.

The intro, starting with a softly played guitar, evokes the charm of the good old Showa days.

It also drew attention for weaving the titles of singles the Candies themselves had released into the lyrics.

Nissen 2012 Spring

I wanted to see you.Naoto Intiraymi

Karina CM NISSEN Spring 2012 ♪ Naoto Inti Raymi Nissen
I wanted to see you.Naoto Intiraymi

How does Naoto Inti Raymi manage to be so effortlessly cool—how can someone be that natural? His song “Kimi ni Aitakatta” was his seventh single, released in 2012.

The lyrics depict an exquisitely beautiful world of pure love: “No matter how far apart we are, even if I’m reborn in the next life, I’ll come to see you.” Even the intro, with just a single gentle strum—porororon—feels so refreshing.

It became a hot topic when it was used in a Nissen commercial.

AOKI Freshers Campaign

March 9Remioromen

Remioromen’s “March 9th,” a staple graduation song that has been listened to for years.

It was used as the CM song for AOKI’s “Freshers Campaign,” and it perfectly fits the image of taking a new step after graduation and starting a new life.

It’s a song that feels just right for spring, the season of meetings and partings—not only conveying a sense of loneliness, but also encouraging you to take a step forward from here.

It’s a classic that also fills you with a gentle warmth.