Emotional songs to listen to in spring: a collection of masterpieces that suit the season of meetings and farewells.

SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu

Masaharu Fukuyama – Sakurazaka (Full ver.)

Masaharu Fukuyama is a singer-songwriter with the talent to be widely recognized as an actor as well, and as a musician he has released numerous hit songs.

His 15th single, “Sakurazaka,” used as the theme song for the variety show segment “Mirai Nikki V” on “U-nan no Hontoko!,” became a massive hit, achieving the last double million of the 20th century.

The poignant lyrics, drawn from Fukuyama’s own experiences, stir the heart together with a melody that is both beautiful and tinged with melancholy.

It’s one of his signature songs, intertwining with the springtime scenery of farewells.

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lightly; nimbly; flutteringlyŌhara Sakurako

Sakurako Ohara – Hirari (Music Video YouTube ver.)

Sakurako Ohara is a singer who’s also active as a radio personality and actress, and her cute singing voice has won great popularity.

Her sixth single, “Hirari,” chosen as the theme song for the film “Let’s Go, Jets! From Small Town Girls to U.S.

Champions?!,” features an ensemble of strings and piano that heightens the sense of poignancy.

The lyrics vividly evoke scenes from a graduation ceremony and are sure to tug at the hearts of those about to graduate and those reminiscing about their own.

It’s a ballad perfect for spring, the graduation season, that conveys an unchanging friendship even when you’re apart.

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Sakura Weather and a Time Machine with Hatsune MikuAdo

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

This song beautifully captures the bittersweet feeling of cherry blossoms in the air and the longing for time gone by.

The collaboration between Ado and Hatsune Miku deepens the emotions embedded in the lyrics.

Released on October 24, 2024, it’s a single commemorating Ado’s 22nd birthday.

The lyrics, where the warmth of spring intersects with the fragility of farewells, portray both new beginnings and lingering attachment to lost memories, carrying a message that resonates deeply.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to during cherry blossom season—perfect for those feeling the arrival of spring or looking to reflect on cherished memories.

Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Friend’s Song”

An emotional ballad that gently sings about the importance of compassion and friendship.

Created by BUMP OF CHICKEN’s vocalist Motoo Fujiwara with heartfelt feelings for the manga and anime characters that have been precious to him since childhood, the song conveys the warmth of quietly staying by someone’s side and the joy of being able to do your best for someone else.

It was written as the theme song for the animated film Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops—Angel Wings, released in February 2011.

The warm horn section and string arrangements are striking, harmonizing beautifully with the film’s world.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’ve experienced parting from friends or loved ones, or when your heart is full of excitement for new encounters.

I Gotta Go feat. kojikoji, WILYWNKA & HiplinGeG

With Lyrics: GeG / I Gotta Go feat. kojikoji, WILYWNKA & Hiplin (official audio)

A warm, heartfelt song that’s perfect as BGM for graduation season.

Released in March 2020 and produced by GeG, it features standout artists whose talents shine through—WILYWNKA, who’s also active as a member of Hentai Shinshi Club, along with kojikoji and Hiplin.

With gentle piano tones, it beautifully evokes the universal themes of “farewell” and “new beginnings,” set against the springtime scenery of blooming cherry blossoms.

The music video stars popular influencer Naenano, artfully expressing the arrival of spring.

Loved as an uplifting anthem for those graduating or stepping into a new phase of life, this track is highly recommended when you want to collect your thoughts before starting a new chapter.

Blue SpringSUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER “Aoi Haru” Music Video (Full)

This is a message song that refreshingly portrays memories and growth from youth, singing about the importance of human connections.

Released by SUPER BEAVER in March 2016 and selected as the web commercial song for Taisho Pharmaceutical’s Lipovitan D, the track stands out with its powerful band sound and emotional vocals.

Also included on the album “27,” it gently speaks of past experiences, hopes for the future, and how someone’s presence can give meaning to life.

It’s recommended listening for seasons of new beginnings—graduations, school admissions, or the start of a new life.

After experiencing meetings and farewells, listening while thinking of someone important will make the song resonate even more deeply.

Bye, my friendbokula.

bokula. – By My Friend - [Official Music Video]

This song is marked by a melody and lyrics that gently envelop the warm memories of friendship.

Included on bokula.’s mini-album “Living by Your Side.” released in May 2022, it conveys the universally shared experiences of parting from friends and reminiscing, all in a heartwarming mood.

The melody is refreshing yet emotionally rich, resonating deeply with listeners.

Heard in spring—the season of graduations and farewells—it brings an even keener sense of the preciousness of days gone by.

With a comfortable sound that fuses pop and rock, the melodic lines carefully portray the value of each fleeting moment spent with friends and the enduring strength of bonds that never change.

It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced farewells with loved ones or who want to reaffirm the beauty of friendship.