Uplifting songs to listen to in spring. Classic spring tunes that warm the heart.

Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “Youth and a Moment” MV

A fleeting yet beautiful rock number that feels like a snapshot of youth.

Speaking for the honest feelings of young people and delivering them with a rush of exhilarating sound, this song sets listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Released digitally in March 2019, it’s also well known as a McDonald’s commercial song.

It was later included on the mini-album “season” and the full album “hope.” The lyrics, penned by vocalist Hattori, make even boring moments feel precious.

They seem to teach us the value of fleeting instants we only recognize once they’ve passed, making your heart skip a beat.

A springtime anthem that gently nudges you forward as you dive into a new environment, where anxiety and anticipation intertwine.

It’s a masterpiece for students racing through their youth, and for adults who fondly recall those days.

Spring in ShimokitaKALMA

Spring in Shimokita

KALMA is a three-piece band based in Hokkaido that plays youthful guitar rock.

Released in April 2024, this song is a fast-paced spring track set in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, portraying the start of a new life and the urge to say “I want to see you.” Its lyrics overlap the unique excitement of a season marked by changes—like moving to Tokyo or starting school—with the feelings of being in love, sure to set listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Cherished by fans as an anthem following “Sakura,” a beloved spring classic, this track brims with positive energy that gives you the courage to take a step forward into new days filled with both hope and uncertainty.

It’s a song you’ll want to hear especially if you’re nervous about a new chapter in life or can’t wait to see someone special.

We ate cherry blossoms together.HKT48

[MV full] Sakura, We All Ate It / HKT48 [Official]

This is a spring pop tune by HKT48, an idol group based in Hakata, that colors the season of parting.

It was released in March 2014 as their third single.

At the time, it sold about 270,000 copies in its first week and became a hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It was also used in a Tokyo Monorail commercial and as the ending theme for the TV show “HKT48 no Odekake!”, so many people likely remember its unique and catchy chorus.

Even slightly bittersweet situations like changing classes or graduation are turned into positive feelings by their lively vocals.

Give this song a listen for the courage to dive into a new environment.

Spring is a gradientSuperfly

Superfly – Spring is a Gradation Official Video

This is a Superfly song I’d like you to listen to when you want to feel the thrilling gradation of the seasons.

It’s included on the album “Heat Wave,” released in May 2023, and was written as a campaign song for FM802 and Chuo University.

It was originally performed by a limited-time unit, but this version is a self-cover by Shiho Ochi.

Her powerful yet light vocals gently envelop the mixed feelings of anxiety and anticipation that come with spring.

There’s a warmth that feels like it’s giving a supportive push to those starting a new chapter in life.

It’s a pop number that gives you the courage to take a step forward when a change in environment has you feeling a bit tense.

Spring ~Destiny~Uru

[Official] Uru “Spring ~Destiny~” - Kirin “Gogo no Kocha” (Afternoon Tea) commercial song

With the arrival of spring, our hearts naturally leap with anticipation for new encounters and new beginnings.

Sung by the singer-songwriter Uru, this piece gently embraces the shifting emotions of the season.

The refreshing arrangement by Takeshi Kobayashi intertwines with her clear, translucent vocals, creating a quietly empowering force that seems to give listeners a gentle push forward.

Released as a digital single in March 2025, it was also featured in the commercial for Kirin “Gogo no Kocha Oishii Muto.” The song is included on the 2026 album “tone.” It’s a perfect spring track for moments when you need the courage to take a step into a new environment or want to put a lighter spring in your step on your commute to work or school.

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Bocchi Boromaru “Sakura Breeze” × TV Anime “Class 3-Z Teacher Ginpachi-sensei”

It’s a fast-paced pop number that delivers courage and smiles for those heart-pounding new days.

Sung by Bocchi Boromaru, an artist known for a unique worldview, the track was released in November 2025.

It was chosen as the opening theme for the popular TV anime “Class 3-Z Ginpachi-sensei,” so many of you may have heard it.

Its playful sound, packed with the anime’s lively and fun atmosphere, is truly captivating! It’s infused with hopes and resolve felt while growing into adulthood, and just listening to it can lift your spirits.

It’s the perfect song to spark conversations with new friends or to recharge your energy on the way to school.

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dog

Kururi are a rock band based in Kyoto who continue to captivate fans with music that defies genre boundaries.

This track, included on their September 2012 album “Kabo no Den’atsu” (The Voltage of the Crucible), was written, composed, and sung lead by Shonen Yoshida, who was a member at the time.

Its gentle melody and Yoshida’s soft vocals are a perfect match for the warm cheer of spring.

The lyrics carefully depict everyday scenes, giving you a pleasant feeling that makes your usual walking route look a little different as you listen.

Placed in the middle of the album, it’s a warm number that lightens the listener’s heart.

How about enjoying it at a leisurely pace on a spring afternoon, perhaps with a cup of coffee?