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Songs of Nighttime Cherry Blossoms: A curated selection of classic and popular cherry blossom tracks that evoke a dreamlike scene!

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
Pop music writer/editorKEI
A style that keeps updating my favorites while loving mainstream and hit songs. I have experience writing articles for outlets like Utaten. Since I discovered music as a student, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. 2000s J-POP and 2010s K-POP were my youth, and I’m also loosely into jazz and R&B. I enjoy good music across genres with a “good is good” mindset. Thanks to my past work environment (and its influence), I listened to a lot of classic rock and kayōkyoku, which may have broadened my tastes. At RAG MUSIC, I mainly cover K-POP. I focus on reviews that emphasize feelings people can relate to, and on editing aligned with local pride and hit potential. Thank you!

Cherry blossoms that herald the arrival of spring.

The sight of their small, pale blossoms in full bloom shines with beauty not only beneath the blue sky, but even after sunset, when darkness falls around them.

In recent years, illuminated, dreamlike cherry blossoms have become a familiar sight across the country.

In this article, we’ve gathered songs related to yozakura—nighttime cherry blossoms.

We’ve selected not only tracks that include the word “yozakura” in their titles or lyrics, but also songs that depict cherry blossoms at night.

Please enjoy them as companions for a spring evening.

[Night Cherry Blossoms Songs] Carefully Selected Masterpieces and Popular Tracks About Cherry Blossoms That Evoke Dreamlike Scenes (41–50)

Ginko YozakuraYukari Onishi

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Ginko Yozakura Yukari Onishi

Yukari Onishi is known for her powerful, soulful voice.

The song “Yozakura Ginko” is a track from her 2016 album “EXPLOSION.” It has a distinctly mature vibe and suits the night perfectly, though the chorus contains shocking lyrics that might catch you off guard.

While it conveys the pain and hardship of living, it also, in contrast to the lyrics, lets you feel the preciousness of life.

It’s a song that pairs beautifully with cherry blossoms at night.

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The cherry blossoms bloom.Sun Tribe

COMIN’ KOBE 15 Taiyouzoku Live – Uncut Footage

Sakura-blooming Sun Tribe

It’s included as the 10th track on the fifth album “Taiyo,” released in 2005.

It’s a song I recommend to exam takers and one I’d love to give as a congratulatory gift for passing.

It’s especially recommended for nights when you’re frustrated, unbelievably happy, or something special has happened.

If you belt it out at karaoke, it’s sure to relieve stress.

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cherry blossoms at nightKiyoya Takezaki

Night Cherry Blossoms - Song by Seiya Takezaki

Seiya Takezaki of the Night Sakura

With its rich, sweet vocals and the striking sounds of koto and bells, this is a memorable kayōkyoku (Japanese popular ballad).

It is sung by Seiya Takezaki, who rose to fame by winning the inaugural All-Japan Heartfelt Song Championship and making his debut as a singer.

This song, which depicts a farewell scene with a loved one, is one you’ll want to listen to carefully when you’re alone.

And the expression “the petals of the night cherry blossoms hold back the tears” seems to carry an extraordinary depth of emotion.

Why is it that partings between people reach so deeply into the heart?

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Night Cherry Blossom BluesYoko Nagayama

Yoko Nagayama “Yozakura Blues” Music Video

Yozakura Blues Yoko Nagayama

Young people may not know this, but Yoko Nagayama used to be a full-on idol.

Her cover songs—like Jun Mayuzumi’s “I Want to Ride the Clouds” and Bananarama’s “Venus”—were huge hits, and there was a time when she was hailed as the queen of covers.

Then came her sudden switch to enka… it was quite a shock back then.

Her nighttime cherry-blossom song is this one, “Yozakura Blues.” Set in Kyoto, the lyrics dwell on a man she parted ways with; while it chronicles heartbreak, there’s a certain springlike brightness to it.

The slightly pop-tinged enka sound seems to give spring an extra push, too.

It’s a track I’d recommend even to those who aren’t into enka.

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cherry blossomTsuyoshi Nagabuchi

Sakura

Sakura Nagabuchi Tsuyoshi

It’s a masterpiece that exudes the melancholy of a man feeling lonely on a night by himself.

It’s a song by Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi, a singer-songwriter from Kagoshima Prefecture, included on his 21st album “FRIENDS,” released in 2009.

There are times when you catch yourself thinking, “I’m jealous of the way that person lives,” right? And compared to that, you end up sinking into self-loathing.

It’s a piercing ballad that traces memories while reflecting on the night cherry blossoms.

Be sure to listen to it on a spring evening while taking a walk.

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The cherry blossoms bloom.go!go!vanillas

go!go!vanillas – “FOOLs” album digest

Cherry blossoms bloom go!go!vanillas

When you think of cherry blossoms at night, you might picture something calm and a little fleeting, but this one’s an upbeat, feel-good number.

go!go!vanillas’ “Sakura Saku” is the first track on their third album, “FOOLs,” released in 2017, and it really lifts the album’s energy.

That said, the lyrics are a bit sentimental—an endearing love song that feels like a letter to someone you adore but can’t see right away because of the distance.

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On nights when cherry blossoms flutter downMuramasa☆

Muramasa - On the Night When Cherry Blossoms Scatter -

On nights when cherry blossoms flutter down, it’s Muramasa☆

It’s a slightly bittersweet love-rock tune that I’d love for couples to listen to together.

The song is by the ska band Muramasa☆, known for their catchy pop style, and it’s included on the 2010 compilation album “Spring Rock.” The light, feel-good sound is irresistible—the piercing horn section is downright refreshing.

And the lyrics, about wanting to pull your special someone close, carry the scent of youth.

Perfect for gazing at the night cherry blossoms with your lover.

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