Popular Sakura Song Ranking [2025]

SakuraRemioromen50rank/position

Remioromen – Sakura (Music Video Short ver.)

A pop tune by Remioromen that gently sings of feelings for a loved one beneath trees in full-bloom cherry blossoms.

With the arrival of spring, the song kindles a warm light of hope in listeners’ hearts.

Released in February 2009 as a digital-only single, it was featured in commercials for au by KDDI as well as Sony Ericsson mobile phones.

It continues to resonate with many as a song to listen to in the springtime, when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.

Sakura RoadAqua Timez51rank/position

Sakura Road

Released as a digital-only single in April 2015, this Aqua Timez track was chosen as the ending theme for the information program “PON!”, warming the hearts of many.

Announced to commemorate the band’s 10th anniversary, this medium-tempo song is also included on the album “10th Anniversary Best RED.” Its lyrics depict the arrival of spring and the happiness of having someone special with whom to share that joy—something many listeners can likely relate to.

As you think of your important person, give it a listen at the start of this new season.

Dreams and Leaf-Cherry TreesGekkou Aoki52rank/position

Nightcore – Dream and Leaf Cherry Blossoms // Yume to Hazakura [Wotamin Cover] Original song by: Aoki Gekkoh

Yume to Hazakura, which depicts cherry blossoms with a distinctly Japanese atmosphere, conveys an elegant aura.

Released in 2011, this piece is a song by Aoki Gekko, a trio of Vocaloid producers.

Like the sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom, moments of joy pass by all too fleetingly… Even while carrying such bittersweet feelings, the song portrays a resolve to live strongly in reality.

It’s a track that can empower anyone embarking on a new beginning this spring.

One more time, One more chanceMasayoshi Yamazaki53rank/position

Masayoshi Yamazaki – “One more time, One more chance” MUSIC VIDEO [4K Quality]

This is the fourth single by singer-songwriter Masayoshi Yamazaki, who has gained popularity for his instantly recognizable, distinctive voice and his refined musicality that lets him master a wide range of instruments.

The song was used as the theme for his first starring film, “Tsuki to Kyabetsu” (The Moon and a Cabbage), and is one of Yamazaki’s signature tracks known across generations.

Many artists have famously covered it, but its heartrending lyrics and melody truly resonate when sung by Yamazaki himself.

A classic J-pop masterpiece that everyone knows, its wistful atmosphere adds a special touch to any cherry-blossom viewing gathering.

On the day of departure...Ai Kawashima54rank/position

Ai Kawashima / On the Day of Departure (Lyrics)

Tabidachi no Hi ni… by Ai Kawashima has become a popular graduation song.

Released in 2006 as a double A-side single together with Dear, this track is the original version of Asu e no Tobira, which Kawashima released while she was a member of I WiSH.

Although they share the same melody, the lyrics are completely different.

The song’s words look back on the many memories made since entering school and portray the bittersweet feelings of facing graduation while lingering over the classroom where so much time was spent.

Hearing this song—whose vivid scenes many can relate to—will likely bring tears as countless memories come flooding back.

Sakura (Solo)Naotaro Moriyama55rank/position

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

This song, themed around cherry blossoms that brighten the spring graduation season, gently sings of farewells, reunions, and the treasured memories that remain in our hearts.

Naotaro Moriyama’s clear, pure vocals and the majestic arrangement of piano and strings resonate deeply.

The beautiful story, intertwining life’s important moments with the fleeting nature of cherry blossoms, leaves a lasting impression on listeners.

Released in March 2003, the track was chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” and was later included on the album “In Search of New Spices.” Embraced as a song that accompanies life’s milestones such as graduation and school entrance ceremonies, it has also become a gentle, comforting piece for elementary school children.

Nameless PoemMr.Children56rank/position

Mr.Children “Nameless Poem” Mr.Children “HOME” TOUR 2007 ~in the field~

This is a masterpiece—their 10th single—that achieved double million sales.

It’s a song about the shape of love that makes you think deeply about what love really is.

At first, it may sound like a straightforward love song, but the more you listen, the more the difficulty of love—and feelings of sadness and poignancy—grow stronger.