[Spring Love Songs] Recommended Classics and Popular Love Songs to Listen to During Cherry Blossom Season

periodIshizaki Hyuui

Huwie Ishizaki – Period

Woven with a gentle singing voice, this spring ballad is a gem that depicts the delicate emotions where hope and farewell intersect.

While carrying the loss of heartbreak, the wavering resolve to take a new step forward is expressed in delicate words.

Huwie Ishizaki’s tender vocals and skillful word choice resonate deeply with listeners.

The song is included on the album “Huwie Best,” released in March 2018, and its music video—featuring actor Masaki Suda—became a hot topic.

It’s a track that stays close to those who feel both excitement and anxiety during the season of change that comes with spring and the start of a new life.

It gently embraces the hearts of those striving to overcome the pain of a broken heart and move forward.

To my distant loverSaijō Hideki

Hideki Saijo — To a Distant Lover

A heartwarming medium-tempo ballad by Hideki Saijo that poignantly sings of his feelings for the lover he left behind in his hometown after moving to the city.

Released in November 1978, the song reached No.

8 on the Oricon chart.

With a powerful voice, it gently embraces the yearning for a dear one far away and the hope for the arrival of spring.

The strong will to reunite with his lover after a long winter resonates with a beautiful melody, leaving a deep impression on listeners.

This work stands as a classic that conveys the preciousness of love that remains unchanged despite distance, offering comfort to everyone living apart from their loved ones.

Song of Seeing Spring OffNoguchi Goro

Soushunkyoku

A poignant ballad that delicately portrays the moment spring slips away.

Goro Noguchi’s soaring vocals beautifully capture the bittersweetness of youth and the resolve to set out on a new journey.

Released in December 1978, the song reached No.

14 on the Oricon chart and No.

8 on The Best Ten, and it ranked 46th on the 1979 year-end chart.

Created by the duo of Yū Aku and Kyōhei Tsutsumi, it tells a story of a man and a woman set on a rainy spring day.

With Noguchi’s tender, empathetic singing, this track deeply moves listeners with its portrayal of a heartrending relationship.

Show me a dreamCö shu Nie

Cö shu Nie – Show Me a Dream (Official Video)

This song portrays a bittersweet farewell and eternal love.

It delicately expresses deep feelings for a loved one and the resolve to face the end of a relationship.

The memories of happy days and the sorrow of love ending leave a strong impression.

Released as Cö shu Nie’s digital single in September 2022, it also drew attention for its music video with a unique worldview.

It’s a track that will especially resonate with those who found happiness in love in spring but went through a breakup.

The deeply sinking lyrics and delicate sound stir the listener’s emotions.

My SpringI’s

I’s “My Spring” MUSIC VIDEO

I’s songs brilliantly capture the complex emotions of youth.

This work, which colors the meetings and farewells of spring, is a masterpiece depicting the inner landscape of young people poised at the starting line.

Lyrics where anxiety and hope for the future intersect are sure to resonate deeply with many listeners.

Released in January 2022, the track is included on the album “DON’T COMMIT SUICIDE.” It was also performed during the “BOKU NO HARU WA DO-NANDA TOUR,” held from March to April 2022.

It’s a recommended song for anyone welcoming a new season.

Why not give it a listen when you’re carrying a tinge of sadness yet want to face forward and take your first steps?

Thunder Sakura feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmotiMAISONdes

Urusei Yatsura Season 2 Ending Full – Raiou by MAISONdes feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmoti

This song vividly portrays cherry blossoms heralding the arrival of spring and the fleeting feeling of love.

9Lana’s delicate vocals and SAKURAmoti’s talent blend beautifully, resulting in a track that resonates deeply.

Released in January 2024, it was used as the ending theme for the anime Urusei Yatsura.

The lyrics, which liken falling cherry blossoms to a fading romance, leave a strong impression, conveying both the transience and tenderness of spring.

It’s a piece that comforts those experiencing new encounters and farewells alike—perfect for listening to with someone special during the spring season.

Dreams HesitateMr.forute

Mr. Forte – Yume Nazumu [Official Music Video]

A heartwarming song that portrays the faint stirrings of youthful love and the courage to move forward toward your dreams.

Mr.

Forte’s warm vocals gently resonate with listeners’ hearts.

Released digitally in February 2021, this piece was written as the theme song for Haruyama Co., Ltd.’s project “Our Very Own Youth Vlog.” Included on the album “Love This Moment,” the track serves as a cheer for those embarking on a new chapter.

It’s a song we especially hope will reach anyone starting a new life with the arrival of spring, or those feeling uncertain about what lies ahead.