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

Cherry blossomMatsuda Seiko

"Cherry Blossom 2021" from Seiko Matsuda Concert Tour 2023 “Parade”

It is a classic song with a refreshing melody that evokes the arrival of spring and heartwarming lyrics portraying the beginning of a new romance.

Seiko Matsuda’s poised vocals beautifully express the feelings of a protagonist taking a brave first step.

The sense of anticipation for the future beneath a blue sky, and the joy of being in love, resonate deeply alongside her clear, transparent voice.

Released in January 1981, this piece was born from producer Muneo Wakamatsu’s challenge to explore new music.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and was also included on the album “Silhouette.” Loved for many years by countless listeners as a song to enjoy in spring—especially during cherry blossom season—it’s a lively, hopeful track that cheers on the start of a new chapter, and is highly recommended when you want to make a fresh start.

Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

This song, themed around cherry blossoms that brighten the spring graduation season, gently sings of farewells, reunions, and the treasured memories that remain in our hearts.

Naotaro Moriyama’s clear, pure vocals and the majestic arrangement of piano and strings resonate deeply.

The beautiful story, intertwining life’s important moments with the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms, leaves a lasting impression on listeners.

Released in March 2003, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” and was later included on the album “In Search of New Spices.” Embraced as a song that accompanies life’s milestones such as graduation and school entrance ceremonies, it has also become a gentle, comforting piece for elementary school children.

Is spring here yet?Hamada Masatoshi

Is spring here yet?

Produced by Tamio Okuda, this song centers on themes of travel and self-discovery, distinguished by a warm atmosphere that gently embraces the feelings of a solitary traveler.

With delicate lyrics, it portrays a man striving to find his true self within the vastness of the universe.

Released in December 1997, the track was featured as the campaign song for JR East’s “JR Ski Ski,” and became a hit, reaching No.

8 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Okuda’s signature simple, comfortable melody beautifully captures the longing for spring’s arrival, making it a song that resonates with those who look forward to a new season or are determined to walk their own path.

Graduation PhotoArai Yumi

Graduation Photograph / Sotsugyou Shashin (2022 Ｍix)

When you’re feeling sad, you open an album and gaze at the photos, or you spot someone in town but can’t bring yourself to call out… It’s a classic by Yumi Arai filled with the bittersweetness of youth that everyone has felt at least once.

Released in February 1975 as a song provided to Hi-Fi Set, it was later included in Yumi Arai’s own album “COBALT HOUR” in June of the same year.

Since then, it has been used as the theme song for the film “Watch with Me” and in the drama “Sotsu Uta,” resonating across generations.

It’s a heartwarming song that gently stays by your side when you want to bask in nostalgia or when you’ve gone through a farewell with someone dear.

1,096Cody Rī (Ri)

Cody・Lee (Li) – 1096 (Music Video)

Cody・Lee(李) has delivered a song that captures the complex emotions of high school days.

Written in the winter when the songwriter was 18, it weaves in the loneliness and inner turmoil after dropping out of high school, as well as the experience of being saved by music.

The music video, filmed in vocalist Hibiki Takahashi’s hometown of Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture, conveys his deep affection for his roots.

The track was also performed on the nationwide one-man tour “kon’nichiha seikatsu.

TOUR,” held to celebrate the first anniversary of their major-label debut.

It’s a perfect song for those taking a new step forward in the spring season of partings and new encounters.

cherry blossomKALMA

KALMA – Sakura (Music Video)

Sakura, released in 2021 by KALMA, a three-piece rock band from Hokkaido.

Set in spring—a season often associated with farewells and graduations—the song portrays scenes that are both bittersweet and warm.

The simple arrangement characteristic of a three-piece band gently warms the heart.

Precisely because it’s a time of parting from close friends or a lover, the driving, energetic sound gives you strength.

It’s a song imbued with a rich message, conveying feelings too hard to put into words through humming.

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Even if we forget springaibii karaa

Ivy Color [Even If We Forget Spring] Music Video

Released in 2019, “Even If We Forget Spring” by IVY to FRAISE is a band piece that brings listeners a rich blend of male and female voices.

Its driving performance gently embraces the spring season, tinged with a certain wistfulness.

The song portrays someone sending encouragement to a loved one on the verge of setting out, singing scenes that make your heart swell.

The lush piano tones, perfectly matched to lyrics depicting beautiful yet fleeting moments, evoke vivid storytelling.

It’s a track where emotional landscapes unfold alongside a brisk, exhilarating band sound.

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