A cover of Mika Nakashima’s winter classic, “Yuki no Hana” (“Snow Flower”).
“Yuki no Hana,” a signature song by singer-songwriter Mika Nakashima, is a classic that you still hear all over the place every winter, even many years after its release.
This beloved song has been covered by numerous artists and vocalists over the years.
In this article, we’ll introduce covers of “Yuki no Hana” by famous musicians, as well as by popular online singers and VTubers.
Each arrangement preserves the original’s beautiful atmosphere while letting you savor the unique charm of each singer, so be sure to find your favorite version!
Winter classic: Mika Nakashima's 'Yuki no Hana' cover songs (1–10)
Snow BlossomKawamura Ryuuichi
A cover by Ryuichi Kawamura, who also performs as the vocalist of LUNA SEA.
With his distinctively sweet voice and the assurance honed through his band experience, the song becomes a cover that lets you vividly see the scenery of the original.
It’s a track that reveals a different side of him from the intense vocals and performances he usually shows with the band.
Snow BlossomFuji Aoi
A cover by VTuber Aoi Fuji.
Under the concept of being the “cheer captain of your heart,” she engages in a wide range of activities, from cover songs to children’s video content.
Her vocals are characterized by a clear, soaring tone, with gentle, pleasant high notes.
While preserving the original song’s fragile imagery, this track also conveys a sense of inner strength.
Snow BlossomGosuperāzu × Miura Daichi × UNIONE
A collaboration between two vocal groups, The Gospellers and UNIONE, and Daichi Miura, often described as the Japanese Michael Jackson.
The rich, layered harmonies of the two vocal groups create a magical atmosphere that evokes the song’s snowy theme.
It’s a gorgeously arranged cover that makes you want to hear it in a church in winter.
Snow BlossomTamaki Kōji
A cover by Koji Tamaki, who debuted as the vocalist of Anzen Chitai and is often called the best singer in Japan.
Unlike the original’s sense of clarity, his sultry, alluring voice gives the song a pleasing finish.
It’s a cover that seems to express the song’s bittersweet image from a different angle.
Snow BlossomMarty Friedman
A guitar cover by Marty Friedman, former guitarist of the American metal band Megadeth.
Though arranged as a heavy, fast-paced instrumental, it still highlights the beautiful melody of the original, resulting in an outstanding track.
With effective touches like twin guitar leads and half-time drops, it’s a cover that remains engaging even without vocals.
Snow Blossomhanatan
Kantan is a female artist who got her start on Niconico Douga.
She made her major-label debut in 2011 and even performed live in South Korea in 2018.
Her voice strikingly balances cuteness with maturity.
In “Yuki no Hana,” she sings with the gentle restraint befitting a ballad, and one of her charms is how her vibe changes from song to song.
Snow Blossom96neko
96Neko is a popular utaite from Niconico’s “Sang It” category.
With a wide range of expression backed by solid vocal technique, there are times you can hardly believe it’s the same person singing.
I imagine her rendition of “Yuki no Hana” also reflects a worldview that’s uniquely hers.
It’s wonderful how none of her songs end up as just simple covers.
Snow BlossomGACKT
A cover by singer-songwriter Gackt, who was also the former vocalist of the visual kei band MALICE MIZER.
While his vocals are low and powerful—quite different from the atmosphere of the original—his singing perfectly fits the song’s world.
Though it’s a famous track by Mika Nakashima that everyone knows, this cover stands out with Gackt’s overwhelming individuality, making it feel almost like one of his own songs.
Snow Blossomtsuruno takeshi
Takeshi Tsuruno is a celebrity who began working as a solo singer in 2009.
He gained popularity as a “boke” (goofy/airheaded) talent.
While Tsuruno is known for his passionate and powerful vocals, he sets that aside in this song.
Here, his purely gentle singing voice truly resonates with the heart.
It’s a track that showcases Tsuruno’s versatility, as he can skillfully perform songs originally sung by women.
Snow BlossomMori Megumi
A cover by Megumi Mori, a singer-songwriter from Hiroshima Prefecture.
Unlike the original, which creates a dreamlike atmosphere with piano and strings, this simple arrangement of acoustic guitar and vocals offers a different kind of charm.
Even with just voice and guitar, it preserves the song’s world, making it an outstanding cover.