Recommended sakura songs for elementary school kids: classic and popular spring tunes
Cherry blossoms are indispensable during graduation and school entrance seasons, aren’t they?
Some children shed tears at life’s crossroads, while others, dressed in brand-new uniforms, look a little nervous.
Spring may be the most memorable season for children.
This time, we’re introducing songs themed around cherry blossoms.
We’ve gathered popular sakura songs recommended for elementary schoolers, including nostalgic graduation songs and cherry blossom tunes sung by artists kids love.
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Recommended sakura songs for elementary school students: Classic and popular spring tracks (41–50)
cherry blossomMakoto Kawamoto
Makoto Kawamoto gently sings this classic, whose tender spring light and calm melody seep into the heart.
At the life milestone of graduation, it delicately portrays a schoolgirl’s complex feelings as she faces parting with friends, along with her uncertainty and hope for the future.
Accompanied by a melodious piano, it beautifully captures the fresh emotions of youth.
Released in April 1998, the song reached No.
2 on the Oricon weekly chart and sold over 200,000 copies, despite having no tie-in at the time.
It’s a perfect track for a drive with the windows down in the soft spring sunshine.
Listen to it as you cruise through rows of cherry blossoms, and anyone will find it overlapping with their own memories.
Thunder Sakura feat. 9Lana, SAKURAmotiMAISONdes
Let me introduce a memorable track marked by gentle vocals and a wistful melody that evokes the arrival of spring.
In this work from MAISONdes, the fleeting time spent with a loved one is delicately portrayed through scenes of a thunder-rumbling city and fluttering cherry blossoms.
Its calm melody and 9Lana’s translucent voice wrap tenderly around the feelings for someone special, conveying a warm embrace.
Chosen as the ending theme for the third cour of the Fuji TV anime “Urusei Yatsura” starting in January 2024, the song was written and composed by SAKURAmoti.
It’s a recommended piece for those beginning a new life in spring or wishing to look back on memories with someone dear.
You know what,Are-kun & 'Yuika'
The lyrics depicting cherry blossoms dancing beneath the spring blue sky are striking.
The clear, transparent vocals of Are-kun and Yuika gently embrace the freshness of first love.
Born from a connection on social media, this work was released digitally in April 2022.
It portrays a bittersweet romance, where the two can’t honestly express their feelings to each other, evoking the budding emotions that come with the arrival of spring.
It’s a refreshing spring song that many will want to listen to during cherry blossom season, one that tenderly resonates with listeners’ hearts.
Sakura, flutterSouthern All Stars
The new song by Southern All Stars features a heartwarming melody that evokes the arrival of spring.
With cherry blossoms as its motif, it carries a message of hope and renewal, and it’s truly wonderful.
Released as a lead single from the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH” on January 1, 2025, the track coincided with the first anniversary of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
Keisuke Kuwata’s warm vocals are accompanied by an acoustic guitar that feels like a spring breeze.
It’s a moving song you’ll want to hear during graduation and school entrance season.
I hope elementary school students will listen to it, too.
Sakura Clear SkiesYuri
A heartwarming song by Yuuri! It’s a moving piece that gently embraces the feelings of those reaching the milestone of graduation.
Gratitude to family, memories with friends, and both the hopes and anxieties for the future are expressed through a tender voice and beautiful melody.
Released in February 2021 as a digital-only single, the song is also included on the album “Ichi,” and it has resonated with many listeners.
It’s often used at graduation ceremonies and related events, making it a recommended listen for the spring season.
Give it a try when you want to reflect on memories or when you need the courage to take a new step forward.
Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48
When it comes to idols produced by Yasushi Akimoto, it’s got to be them.
Among AKB48’s many graduation songs, I think a lot of people first remember Sakura no Shiori.
It’s a beautiful piece that’s quintessentially them—orthodox yet full of sparkle.
A classic you’ll want to listen to during graduation season!
Sakura ApprelationDempagumi.inc
With their subculture-chic outfits and uniquely individual performances, Dempagumi.
inc’s “Sakura Appa-llation” is an essential spring-song classic.
The more you listen to Dempagumi.
inc, the more you discover a mysterious charm that soothes even adult hearts.
Please enjoy their springtime tune, packed full of fun.