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.
Playlist
| Classic songs about the four seasons—recommended popular tracks. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai | play_arrow | 7th single; theme song for a Monday 9 p.m. drama |
| 2 | Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme | play_arrow | J-pop that depicts the beauty of the four seasons and the subtleties of love |
| 3 | snowlight&TEAM | play_arrow | &TEAM’s hopeful winter song introduction |
| 4 | osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)natori | play_arrow | A jazzy tune that pairs with the scent of autumn |
| 5 | seasonikimonogakari | play_arrow | A powerful song that sings of the springtime of life |
| 6 | Spring, Summer, Autumn, Wintersumika | play_arrow | A poignant song depicting the changing of the four seasons and parting |
| 7 | Song of Springsupittsu | play_arrow | Spitz’s hopeful masterpiece |
| 8 | to clear up (weather)Yorushika | play_arrow | A Yorushika song that heralds the arrival of spring |
| 9 | Spring ThiefYorushika | play_arrow | The ephemerality of life likened to cherry blossoms |
| 10 | Winter and Springback number | play_arrow | A song by back number about getting over a broken heart |
| 11 | fireworksaiko | play_arrow | Aiko’s classic song portraying unrequited love |
| 12 | cherry blossomKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s spring-themed hit song |
| 13 | Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki | play_arrow | Noriyuki Makihara's song for a Sapporo Beer commercial |
| 14 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A summer coming-of-age story about love and friendship |
| 15 | fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | I was captivated by the vocal abilities of DAOKO and Kenshi Yonezu. |
| 16 | RainHata Motohiro | play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the rainy season and the feelings of love |
| 17 | Snow SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s winter love song |
| 18 | Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End | play_arrow | A song that depicts a summer love story by indigo la End |
| 19 | Maplesupittsu | play_arrow | A classic Spitz song that portrays autumn memories and parting |
| 20 | powder snowRemioromen | play_arrow | Remioromen’s representative song is “Konayuki.” |
| 21 | Snow BlossomNakajima Mika | play_arrow | Expressing healing and strength with a gentle singing voice |
| 22 | White LoversKuwata Keisuke | play_arrow | A masterpiece marked by Keisuke Kuwata’s emotionally expressive vocals |
| 23 | HANABIMr.Children | play_arrow | I was captivated listening to Mr.Children’s “HANABI.” |
| 24 | 366 daysHY | play_arrow | HY's '366 Days' is a ballad about heartbreak. |
| 25 | Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterIzumiya Shigeru | play_arrow | A song that brings nostalgia and energy with Shigeru Izumiya’s powerful groove. |
| 26 | summer festivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | Whiteberry’s “Natsu Matsuri” became a huge hit as the theme song for a daytime drama |
| 27 | You two, SummerKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A song about summer encounters and memories |
| 28 | Yukikazesupittsu | play_arrow | Spitz’s song is a classic distinguished by its warmth and encouragement amid the winter snow. |
| 29 | fireworksOku Hanako | play_arrow | An inspiring song about summer memories and fireworks |
| 30 | God of RomanceHirose Kōmi | play_arrow | The Goddess of Romance is a classic winter song |
| 31 | this winterMakihara Noriyuki | play_arrow | Two lovers' love, nestled together in the cold winter |
| 32 | Snow Magic FantasySEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI's winter magic song |
| 33 | Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta) | play_arrow | Ms. Kiritani’s summery song that evokes the sea |
| 34 | Harusaki KobeniYano Akiko | play_arrow | A popular song that captures the lightness of spring |
| 35 | Summer Colorsyuzu | play_arrow | Yuzu’s “Natsuiro” is a classic that evokes the nostalgia and freshness of summer. |
| 36 | A person who loves springGLAY | play_arrow | The beginning of a love that endures winter and awaits spring |
| 37 | One-room DiscoPerfume | play_arrow | Expressing the hopes and anxieties of a new life through electropop |
| 38 | HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution | play_arrow | T.M.Revolution’s classic hit depicting a passionate summer romance |
| 39 | Rain and CappuccinoYorushika | play_arrow | Summer rain, soothing singing voice and memories |
| 40 | SAKURA DropsUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | A masterpiece that shines with Hikaru Utada’s sensibility |
| 41 | Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of baseball, youth, and the longing to reunite |
| 42 | SAKURAikimonogakari | play_arrow | Sakura and spring songs, Ikimono-gakari classics |
| 43 | If It SnowsDREAMS COME TRUE | play_arrow | A wistful winter love song by Dreams Come True |
| 44 | Cherry blossom seasonFujifaburikku | play_arrow | Depicting a heartrending breakup in the season of cherry blossoms |
| 45 | Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | Naotaro Moriyama’s “Sakura” was the breakthrough song. |
| 46 | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s signature song “Sakurazaka” was inspired by two real slopes. |
| 47 | The Summer That Vanished Beyond the GlassSuzuki Masayuki | play_arrow | Masayuki Suzuki's debut solo single |
| 48 | Spring Night | play_arrow | A classic work of Japanese music that portrays an encounter with a woman through the sound of the koto on a spring night |
| 49 | Heralding springyama | play_arrow | A song by yama. The loneliness and struggles of youth. |
| 50 | Spring Dayaimyon | play_arrow | Spring music, a song of hope and encouragement for a new life |
| 51 | the first strong spring windnishina | play_arrow | An acoustic guitar piece that evokes the arrival of spring |
| 52 | cherry blossom night breezeSukima Suichi | play_arrow | A beautiful song by Sukima Switch that sings of the loneliness of spring |
| 53 | Sakura KomachiNaoto Intiraimi (feat. Kankan) | play_arrow | Naoto Kankan Spring Collaboration Song (Remake Version) |
| 54 | When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika | play_arrow | Mika Nakashima’s spring song expresses the beauty of the four seasons |
| 55 | cherry blossom frontKoyanagi Rumiko | play_arrow | Spring when cherry blossoms bloom, hope and anticipation for a new season |
| 56 | Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai | play_arrow | A heartwarming song depicting farewells and new departures in spring |
| 57 | Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | Yumi Matsutoya’s classic spring hit, a million seller |
| 58 | I will die in the spring.Yuki Satoru | play_arrow | A composition that delicately depicts a spring scene with dancing cherry blossoms |
| 59 | green leavesMotohiro Hata, TOMOO | play_arrow | A song portraying the changing seasons and the hopes of life |
| 60 | Sound of SummerGReeeeN | play_arrow | GReeeeN, a song depicting fireworks and summer scenes |
| 61 | Summer loverSHISHAMO | play_arrow | “Summer Lovers” is a masterpiece that depicts the end of summer and of love. |
| 62 | Winter WhistleSukima Suichi | play_arrow | A powerful love song that portrays a winter romance |
| 63 | Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro | play_arrow | A classic of winter and Tatsuro Yamashita’s greatest masterpiece |
| 64 | SnowdomeKimura Kaera | play_arrow | Kaela Kimura’s playful songs |
| 65 | Summer Days of 1993class | play_arrow | Memories of a masterpiece intertwined with heartbreak |
| 66 | Merry XmasBoA | play_arrow | BoA’s “MeriKuri” is a classic filled with feelings for a loved one. |
| 67 | White SeasonMISIA | play_arrow | High difficulty singing MISIA's winter love songs |
| 68 | Paradise BabyRIP SLYME | play_arrow | RIP SLYME’s classic summer rap song |
| 69 | Christmas songback number | play_arrow | A masterpiece that evokes the holy winter night |
| 70 | Winter, againGLAY | play_arrow | GLAY’s winter classic, love and rhythm are the best |

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