Classic songs about the four seasons—recommended popular tracks.
Music that sings of the four seasons holds a mysterious charm.Perhaps it’s because, as the seasons change, a variety of emotions take root in our hearts.Scenes of spring’s cherry blossoms in full bloom, the sparkle of summer fireworks, landscapes dyed with autumn foliage, and snow quietly piling up in winter.Artists have captured those quintessential seasonal moments through beautiful vocals and melodies—sometimes infusing their songs with joyous excitement, and other times with poignant longing.Today, I’d like to introduce you to a collection of exquisite songs that superbly depict Japan’s four seasons.
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Masterpieces that sing of the four seasons. Recommended popular songs (31–40)
green leavesMotohiro Hata, TOMOO
A gentle, piano-centered piece that delicately portrays the shift from spring to summer.
The subtle vocals of Motohiro Hata and TOMOO blend beautifully.
It was included on the album “HATA EXPO -The Collaboration Album-,” released in November 2024.
The lyrics—interweaving the cycles of the seasons and the changes of life, memories and regrets of the past, and hopes for the future—resonate deeply.
Like sunlight that brightens everyday life, the song makes you feel the presence of things that remain unchanged.
Perfect for moments when you want to sense a fresh beginning or a spark of hope.
A person who loves springGLAY
A GLAY song whose beautiful lyrics weave in Japan’s four seasons and whose refreshing melody deeply resonates.
Through the image of people enduring the cold of winter while eagerly awaiting spring’s arrival, it portrays new encounters and the beginning of love.
Included on the album “BELOVED,” released in November 1996, it was later also issued as the B-side to the single “Kuchibiru” (“Lips”).
Inspired by experiences in Iceland, the piece vividly expresses both the strength of people surviving in harsh environments and their hope for spring.
It’s a perfect track for those starting a new chapter in life or seeking new connections.
Winter WhistleSukima Suichi
I think it’s a love song from Sukima Switch that, unexpectedly for them, carries a powerful message—telling someone to quietly follow along.
It feels like a classic Sukima Switch track infused with the desire to live together with the person you love, set in the winter season.
If It SnowsDREAMS COME TRUE
It’s a winter song by Dreams Come True, and I think many people can relate to its very heart-wrenching lyrics.
Adult love can be painful—especially when it’s a love that can’t come true.
When the other person has a partner or a family, special days like Christmas become particularly hard.
It’s a winter song that carries those feelings.
Cherry blossom seasonFujifaburikku
A masterpiece that touches the heart with the arrival of spring.
Set against the season when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the lyrics depicting a bittersweet farewell in love resonate deeply.
The transparent vocals and crisp keyboard sound beautifully capture the feeling of spring.
Released in April 2004 as Fujifabric’s major-label debut single, this work is also the first in a series of singles themed around the four seasons.
It’s the perfect song for those experiencing spring goodbyes or new encounters.
Listen to it under the cherry blossoms, and it’s sure to seep into your heart.
Classic songs about the four seasons. Recommended popular tracks (41–50)
Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro
This song was Moriyama Naotaro’s breakthrough, but it was actually his second single.
In the music video, his singing along with the piano accompaniment is memorable, and the single includes not only “Sakura (Solo)” but also “Sakura (Chorus)” and “Sakura (Instrumental).
SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu
“Sakurazaka” is the name of a real slope in Ota Ward, Tokyo.
There is also a slope with the same name in Nagasaki Prefecture, and since he lived near both places, he has said that the song was inspired by these two slopes.
It became Mr.
Fukuyama’s biggest hit.