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[For Seniors] Recommended spring songs for people in their 90s: A collection of Shōwa-era spring tunes

For people in their 90s, songs that were popular in the Showa era likely still remain deeply in their hearts.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of classic Showa-era songs themed around spring, all at once!

There are various kinds—some that sing of springtime traditions and others that depict spring scenery.

If you’re reading this, please consider recommending the songs we’re about to introduce to people in their 90s.

We’d be delighted if those in their 90s enjoy listening to the songs featured in this article.

Now, let’s dive right into our recommended spring songs!

Playlist

[For Seniors] Recommended spring songs for people in their 90s: A collection of Shōwa-era spring tunes
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1eastMischief of the spring breezeMomoe YamaguchiSummary (20 characters): Theme song of Momoe Yamaguchi’s 1974 classic “The Izu Dancer.” A gentle piece expressing the stirrings of spring love.
2eastThe Splendor of the PrairieAgnes ChanAmid nature-rich scenery, an echoing name and tears...
3eastApple SongMichiko NamikiA classic from 1946 that pines for a beloved apple. It was the first big hit after the war and evokes nostalgic memories for older generations.
4eastLingering SnowdolphinSpring farewell song, a masterpiece by Iruka
5eastSaraiYuzo KayamaA heartwarming classic that captures feelings for one’s hometown
6eastRed Sweet PeaSeiko MatsudaA beautiful melody filled with the fragrance of spring and a fresh...
7eastTokyo Boogie-WoogieShizuko KasagiKasagi, who had a major influence on the music scene of the Showa era...
8eastBlue MountainsIchiro FujiyamaA masterpiece that beautifully sings of postwar hope and a new era
9eastGraduationChiharu MatsuyamaChiharu Matsuyama’s spring melody, the singing voice of youth
10eastCome, spring.Yumi MatsutoyaA celebrated song of spring, a masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya
11eastWhat a nice bath.The DriftersA nostalgic Showa-era melody with the Onsen Ondo
12eastLike a flower that blooms in the fieldDa CapoA classic springtime song that conveys the importance of living naturally
13eastSong of the Four SeasonsLyrics and music by: Toyohisa ArakiShowa-era classic: the beauty of the four seasons and love
14eastIf you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsKyu SakamotoA heartwarming classic imbued with peace and friendship
15eastspring hazeHiromi IwasakiSummary (20 characters): A 1979 classic depicting cherry blossoms and a bittersweet love, sung with Hiromi Iwasaki’s translucent voice.
16eastCotton HandkerchiefHiromi OhtaA bittersweet song about long-distance love, nostalgic memories
17eastWords of FarewellKaientai“Okuru Kotoba” is a song of springtime farewells and bonds.
18eastMarch of 365 StepsKiyoko SuizenjiA beloved song of encouragement in life for many years, co...
19eastLike the flow of a riverHibari MisoraA masterpiece that sings of Hibari Misora’s life
20eastthe first strong spring windCandiesThe charm of a nostalgic classic that sings of spring’s arrival
21eastAlways keep your dreamsYukio Hashi / Sayuri Yoshinaga“Itsudemo Yume o” is a famous song by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga that is used in various contexts.
22eastspring thunderbutterbur sproutThis is the season when you can feel the arrival of spring. With that sense of the season...
23eastSpring Has ComeLilyA heartwarming song by Lily that sings of the arrival of spring
24eastMy GiftOf courseA famous song by Kazumasa Oda that makes you feel the arrival of spring
25eastJourney of the HeartTulipA classic song that captures the bittersweet emotions of departure.
26eastPremonition of Spring ~I’ve been mellow~Saori MinamiSummary (20 characters): Featuring Saori Minami’s gentle vocals, it portrays mature romance and is a song loved across generations.
27eastLet’s get married.Takuro YoshidaTakuro Yoshida’s heartwarming spring classic
28eastMy Pure LadyAmi OzakiA 1977 song by Ami Ozaki. A classic rendered in a springlike bossa nova style, gently portraying the tender feelings of first love.
29eastCotton MoodAnriRelive nostalgic memories with classic spring songs
30eastFlower JourneyYumi MatsutoyaWith an innocent, girl-like, translucent singing voice, ...
31easttricolor violetJunko SakuradaSummary (20 characters): Junko Sakurada’s 1974 release. Gracefully depicts spring scenes and first love, reaching No. 10 on the Oricon chart.
32eastCape ErimoShinichi MoriShinichi Mori’s masterpiece, whose depiction of springtime in the northern provinces resonates deeply in the heart...
33eastSleep on my chestPrincess KaguyaA 1973 hit that sings of love for a sweetheart with gentle melody and lyrics. It’s also well-loved as a commercial jingle.
34eastWhisper of Young LeavesMari AmachiA heartwarming song that depicts the arrival of spring as fresh green leaves begin to bud...
35east12th graderKazuo FunakiA song of youth, Kazuo Funaki’s famous piece, singing of memories
36eastA Hazy Moonlit NightsongOborozukiyo evokes Japan’s beautiful nature and a deep sense of the seasons...
37eastA rose has bloomed.Mike MakiThe classic song that sings about roses blooming in a heartwarming garden is 19…
38eastloquatLyrics by Michio Mado / Music by Shigeru IsobeOn a calm, sunny day, ripening in the lush green garden...
39eastThis roadLyrics: Hakushu Kitahara / Music: Kosaku YamadaA masterpiece that expresses the beauty of the four seasons
40eastSong of MayLyrics translation: Zengo Aoyagi / Music: MozartMozart, perfectly suited for the refreshing season of fresh green.
41eastAh, Ueno StationHachirō IzawaTokyo Station Melody: Hope in Life and the Journey
42eastFlower TownLyrics by Akiko Ema / Music by Ikuma DanA timeless song that lit a beacon of hope in postwar Japan, warming the heart…
43eastSpring somewhereLyrics by Muneharu Momota / Music by Shin KusakawaThe charm and emotion of the spring classic “Soushunfu (Early Spring Ode)”
44eastA Letter Waiting for SpringTakuro YoshidaHeartfelt exchanges through letters and songs of memories
45eastTemptation of the Spring BreezeKyoko KoizumiA 1983 hit by Kyoko Koizumi, elegantly portraying a young girl's faint love as she awaits the arrival of spring.
46eastThe Highland Train GoesAtsurō OkamotoThe travel sentiment of a highland train, a song that resonates in the heart
47eastSpring has come.Monbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)A heartwarming Ministry of Education shoka depicting the arrival of spring
48eastSpring StreamMonbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)Along with the gentle murmur of calm waters, a rustic, tender…
49easttea pickingMonbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)Japanese masterpieces that reflect the seasons and everyday life
50eastkoinobori (carp streamers)Monbushō Shōka (Ministry of Education Songs)Koinobori, a song wishing for children's growth
51eastHas the plum blossomed?Hibari MisoraHibari Misora’s short songs capture the spirit of Japan.
52eastParting at 22windThe Wind’s debut song, cherished as a timeless anthem of youth
53eastSpring NightOn a spring evening wrapped in silence, the koto’s pure tones...
54easthometownsongSing about the scenery of my hometown and my feelings for my family
55eastSong of SpringsongA heartwarming national song that sings of the arrival of spring
56eastRingo OiwakeHibari MisoraScenes of Tsugaru, a classic song by Hibari Misora
57eastFlowers and Sunshine of a Spring Day
Flowers and Sunshine of a Spring Day
The youth and beauty of a loved one fade with time...
58eastEarly Spring OdeLyrics by Kazumasa Yoshimaru / Music by Akira NakataAs a song that depicts the longing for the arrival of spring...
59eastMoon over the Ruined CastleLyrics by Bansui Doi / Music by Rentarō TakiThe famous song that reflects on Japan’s beautiful spring dates back to the Meiji era…
60eastTokyo RhapsodyIchiro FujiyamaA classic song from the Showa era: Ichiro Fujiyama’s “Tokyo.”
61eastLadybug SambaCherishSpring songs brighten and uplift people's hearts.
62eastera; age; time; periodMiyuki NakajimaMiyuki Nakajima: a heartwarming classic that resonates in spring
63eastOn the Day of DepartureLyrics by Noboru Kojima / Music by Hiromi SakamotoGraduation songs evoke the arrival of spring.
64eastA Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyMomoe Yamaguchi
A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyMomoe Yamaguchi
An anthem from Momoe to brighten life’s milestones
65eastschool daysPeggy HayamaA timeless song that sings of youthful memories, resonating in the heart.
66eastHappy HinamatsuriLyrics: Hachirō Satō / Music: Koyo Kawamura“Ureshii Hinamatsuri,” released in 1936, is a heartwarming Hinamatsuri classic beloved by all generations.
67eastAlbum of MemoriesLyrics by Toshi Masuko / Music by Tetsuma HondaA heartwarming song about memories from kindergarten
68eastThe arrival of springRumiko KoyanagiRumiko Koyanagi's spring classic, nostalgic memories
69eastEarly Spring OdesongEarly Spring Ode evokes scenes that make one feel the arrival of spring...
70eastFlowersongIt’s a famous children’s song that gently depicts a spring scene. Ful…
71eastMoon over the Ruined Castlesong“Kojo no Tsuki” is widely known in Japan as a school song...
72eastO-Shichi and the Night Cherry BlossomsFuyumi SakamotoFuyumi Sakamoto’s “Yozakura Oshichi” is about the cherry blossoms at night in spring...
73eastThe Flower Girl of TokyoHaruo OkaHaruo Oka’s “The Flower-Selling Girl of Tokyo” is, in the postwar...
74eastWhen the lilacs bloomAtsurō OkamotoAtsuro Okamoto’s “When the Lilacs Bloom” is, in spring...
75eastWhen the white flowers bloomAtsurō OkamotoAtsuro Okamoto’s “When the White Flowers Bloom” is a nostalgic…
76eastA hill with a view of the harborAiko HiranoAiko Hirano’s “The Hill Overlooking the Harbor” is, in 194...
77eastSuzhou SerenadeLi XianglanLi Xianglan’s “Suzhou Nocturne” beautifully depicts a spring scene...
78eastSakura, sakuranursery rhyme“Sakura Sakura” reflects the beauty of Japan’s four seasons and nature…
79eastSpring has come.nursery rhymeThe children's song “Spring Has Come” expresses the beauty of Japan’s four seasons...
80eastSpring Streamnursery rhymeAmong Japanese children's songs, Spring Stream is particularly...
81eastWatermill in the ForestMichiko Namiki“The Waterwheel in the Forest” is a waterwheel at work in a lush, green forest…
82eastNorthern SpringMasao Sen“Kitaguni no Haru” evokes thoughts of one’s hometown with the arrival of spring…