[For Seniors] Classic spring songs to sing in April: A heartwarming moment with nostalgic children’s songs and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs)

Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya – Come, Spring

Created as the theme song for an NHK morning drama, this piece is a gentle, hope-filled song.

Through springlike scenes such as winter daphne and sudden showers, it poignantly sings of parting from a loved one and the wish to meet again.

Yumi Matsutoya’s warm voice resonates deeply in the heart, stirring fond memories.

Released in October 1994, the song topped the Oricon chart and became a major hit, selling over 1.16 million copies.

It’s a perfect song to sing together with seniors while sharing nostalgic stories.

the first strong spring windkyandīzu

Haru Ichiban / Candies (with lyrics)

With its nostalgic melody, this song that heralds the arrival of spring likely remains in the hearts of many older listeners as a signature work by Candies.

Released in March 1976, it is characterized by a fresh, bright atmosphere reminiscent of a spring breeze.

Its lively rhythm and spirited vocals convey the feeling of a new season beginning.

The song expresses the excitement of new encounters and hopes that come with spring, warmly enveloping those who listen.

It’s perfect for humming along together at a day service, too.

Enjoy a pleasant moment as you bask in the spring sunshine and reminisce about fond memories.

Come, springSakushi: Soma Gyofu / Sakkyoku: Hirota Ryutaro

♪ Come, Spring – Haru Yo Koi | ♪ Come, spring, come quickly. Little Mii-chan, who has just begun to walk [Japanese song/children’s song]

Many of you were probably longing for winter to end and waiting eagerly for spring.

Haru yo Koi captures that yearning for spring and the buoyant feeling as it draws near.

It was composed in 1923, yet it remains a beloved classic today.

Its slow melody makes it easy to sing, and the short lyrics are easy to remember.

It’s also a song that lets you feel spring’s warmth.

By the way, the little girl who appears in the song is said to be the daughter of Gofū Sōma, the lyricist.

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Suzhou SerenadeNEW!Sakushi: Saijō Yaso / Sakkyoku: Hattori Ryōichi

Suzhou Nocturne/Yamaguchi Yoshiko [With Lyrics] (covered by Mariko Miho) [Miho Mari’s Ototama]

A Showa-era standard number full of exotic atmosphere, created as an insert song for the film “China Nights.” The beautiful scenery of a watery city depicted by lyricist Yaso Saijo and the melody composed by Ryoichi Hattori are in perfect harmony, soothing the listener’s heart.

The record was released in August 1940, sung by Noboru Kirishima and Hamako Watanabe.

It also became widely beloved through the singing voice of Li Xianglan (Yoshiko Yamaguchi) in the film, and has been handed down by many singers over the years, so many older adults are likely familiar with it.

It’s nice to enjoy it at a relaxed pace while imagining a spring night with a hazy moon and the sound of bells.

Why not hum along with older adults, together with nostalgic memories?

Song of the Language of FlowersNEW!Sakushi: Saijō Yaso / Sakkyoku: Ikeda Fujio

Flower Language Song | With Lyrics | Cute bud, beautiful dream

Hanakotoba no Uta, with its elegant waltz rhythm that evokes a modern Showa-era atmosphere, leaves a strong impression.

Its romantic theme of entrusting feelings to flowers and the call-and-response between a man and a woman make it a beautiful duet.

It was produced as the theme song for Shinko Kinema’s 1936 film First Love Diary.

With lyrics by Yaso Saijo and music by Fujio Ikeda, the piece became a major hit despite being composed on short notice during filming, and a line from the lyrics even became a popular catchphrase.

The voices of Akira Matsudaira and Nobuko Fushimi still sound fresh today.

The gentle triple-time melody is perfect for swaying leisurely in the spring sunlight.

Why not hum along with older listeners while reminiscing about nostalgic films?

If you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsSakamoto Kyu

Karaoke JOYSOUND (Cover) If You’re Happy and You Know It / Kyu Sakamoto (original key)

A song released in 1964 by Kyu Sakamoto, a leading figure in the Showa-era pop scene.

Originally widely loved as a children’s song, it’s a piece that lets people share happiness through fun, full-body gestures like clapping and stomping.

Its charm lies in the simple melody and easy-to-understand lyrics, and its bright, warm atmosphere has soothed hearts across generations.

It’s a wonderful song that naturally brings smiles and warms the heart when everyone sings along while clapping together.

How about singing it joyfully with your friends today, too?

Flowers of the trifoliate orangeNEW!Sakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Yamada Kōsaku

Karatachi no Hana (Spring Children's Song)

It is a famous song that sings of the Japanese spirit, themed on a plant with white flowers and sharp thorns that bears golden fruit in autumn.

Based on a slightly bittersweet childhood experience of Kosaku Yamada, Hakushu Kitahara wove beautiful words.

The gently flowing melody sinks into the heart, carrying a tenderness that brings tears to your eyes.

Composed in 1925, it is a work with history, released the same year in collections such as the children’s songs anthology “The Children’s Village.” Its title has been used for dramas and films depicting the life of Hakushu Kitahara, and in 2007 it was selected among the “100 Selected Japanese Songs.” It’s perfect for humming softly under the gentle sunlight of spring.

Why not spend a heartwarming moment sharing nostalgic memories together?