Cherry blossom songs to listen to in spring. Beautiful masterpieces and popular tracks about sakura.
As spring arrives, we find ourselves hearing more and more “sakura songs,” don’t we?
Cherry blossoms, a hallmark of spring, are a uniquely Japanese cultural treasure we’re proud to share with the world—and there are countless songs themed around sakura.
In this article, we’ll be introducing a rich selection of sakura songs perfect for listening during cherry blossom season!
There are so many sakura songs out there, but when you start searching, you might only come across the standard hits and struggle to find others.
We’ll not only cover the timeless classics everyone thinks of, but also plenty of hidden gems.
Take your time and enjoy!
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Cherry blossom songs to listen to in spring: Beautiful classics and popular tracks about sakura (21–30)
Thunder Sakura feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmotiMAISONdes
It’s a poignant song with a cherry blossom theme.
Created by MAISONdes, this piece portrays the budding feelings of love that come with the arrival of spring.
It’s a track where 9Lana’s delicate vocals merge with SAKURAmoti’s talents as a Vocaloid producer.
Released in January 2024, it drew attention as the ending theme for the anime Urusei Yatsura.
The lyrics, which overlay feelings of love onto falling cherry blossoms, are striking, beautifully expressing both the beauty of sakura and the fleeting nature of love.
As spring approaches, it’s a song that will resonate with those experiencing new encounters and farewells.
Cherry blossom seasonFujifabric
A song marked by a guitar that conveys a message right from the intro.
It’s the first release in Fujifabric’s series of singles themed around the four seasons, put out in 2004.
Masahiko Shimura’s unaffected vocals carry a sense of shadow while emanating a strong resolve, and they still resonate deeply even today.
The powerful keyboard and guitar sounds feel firmly rooted, as if delivering to us lyrics that weave together “spring” and “parting” with emotion, scattering like sparkling cherry blossom petals.
It’s a beautiful masterpiece with evocative imagery that subtly evokes a sense of Japanese aesthetics.
Cherry blossom songs to enjoy in spring: beautiful classics and popular tracks about sakura (31–40)
Spring ThiefYorushika
A song by Yorushika, known for hit tracks like Tadakimi ni Hare, included on their 2021 EP Creation.
It was also used in a Taisei Corporation commercial, making waves even before its release! Although the word “sakura” doesn’t appear in the lyrics, listening to it inevitably brings to mind cherry blossoms in full bloom.
The music video depicts a flurry of sakura petals and the changing phases of life, which some viewers may find themselves relating to.
The MV was directed by CG creator Kota Morie.
lightly; nimbly; flutteringlySakurako Ohara
This is a quintessential J-pop, moving ballad by singer-songwriter Sakurako Ohara.
Her vocals over the orchestral arrangement are deeply moving, and she sings with great emotional nuance about sakura—cherry blossoms, the emblem of spring, farewells, and new beginnings.
There are many sakura songs, but this is another indispensable one.
Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46
Sakurazaka46, whose group name also includes the word “sakura,” released Sakurazuki in 2023, a song about a heartbreaking farewell.
Its beautiful melody, which conjures up the fleeting scene of cherry blossoms scattering, heightens the song’s sadness.
It portrays a parting at graduation: someone dear goes far away, yet they separate without ever expressing their desire not to be apart—or their love.
Like the short life of cherry blossoms, the song evokes memories of youth that pass in an instant and bittersweet feelings, while conveying a wish to live with the strength and dignity of the sakura.
Sakura SongKANA-BOON
A track included on their indie-era album “If I Released a CD.” Written as an unforgettable message to “you,” this song’s straightforward words from a down-to-earth boy resonated with listeners of the same generation and became a beloved classic among fans.
Its simple, energetic sound and slightly bittersweet melody evoke a nostalgic feeling that many people can relate to.
The B-side “Sakura no Uta,” released as part of a major single in 2014, serves as an answer song to this one, so it’s fun to listen to both and compare.
cherrySpitz
Cherry is the perfect song to listen to in spring, the season of graduations and new beginnings.
Spitz has many classics, but this one could be called their signature track.
Its forward-looking lyrics—saying goodbye to the past and moving ahead while holding precious memories close—fit spring perfectly.
Listening to this song warms the heart and reminds you how deeply love can support a person.
If you’re feeling anxious about a new chapter, try listening to this song while watching the cherry blossoms.
Chances are your excitement and anticipation will outweigh your worries.