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Introduction
Sakihokore (咲き誇れ, "Bloom Proudly") is the brand-new single from Japanese pop duo YOASOBI, released on October 14, 2026. Written as the theme song of the NHK morning drama Blossom (ブラッサム), the track adapts the story of author Risa Wataya's novel about the undying life of cherry blossoms into a sweeping anthem about blooming at any stage of life. On this page, Muxic Leaks brings you the song's story, its official credits, a verified lyrics excerpt and what the track is really about.
The Song
Sakihokore premiered on YouTube on October 14, 2026, and had crossed 1.7 million views within four days. The song was written specially for the NHK morning drama Blossom, with music by Ayase and vocals by ikura, and its official release is available for streaming and download through the duo's official links. Muxic Leaks notes that YOASOBI's drama theme songs have a habit of becoming season-defining hits, and this one arrived right on schedule.
The Artists
YOASOBI is the Japanese pop duo of composer Ayase and vocalist ikura, known for turning novels into songs. With 7.45 million subscribers on their official artist channel, they have become one of Japan's most streamed acts, and every new single is an event. Muxic Leaks has followed their run of anime and drama themes, and Sakihokore keeps that streak going.
The Music Video
The official video, titled "YOASOBI「咲き誇れ」Official Music Video / NHK連続テレビ小説『ブラッサム』主題歌", runs 4 minutes and 27 seconds and pairs ikura's soaring vocal with a blooming, spring-lit visual world. It premiered on October 14, 2026 and had already collected 41,466 likes by October 18.
The Music Label
YOASOBI's official description prints no record label for this release; the single lives on the duo's own official artist channel, which is also where the video premiered. So for this post the label credit points to the duo's official home on YouTube: YOASOBI.
Song Details
| Song | Sakihokore (咲き誇れ) |
| Artist | YOASOBI |
| Singer | ikura |
| Songwriter | Ayase |
| Album | Single |
| Language | Japanese |
| Released | October 14, 2026 |
| Music Label | YOASOBI |
Sakihokore Lyrics (Japanese)
Sakihokore Lyrics (Romanized)
Sakihokore Lyrics English Translation
Meaning
Sakihokore takes its spirit from the story it was written for: a morning drama about renewal, built on a novel celebrating the undying life of cherry blossoms. The chorus tells the listener that there is nothing strange about blooming late — even a withering tree can flower — and urges the self to bloom proudly, more and more. Muxic Leaks reads it as a song about second chances and blooming at any age: the tree may look spent, but the blossom comes anyway.
Note: The excerpt above is taken from the official video's uploaded captions, which are clean. The romanization and English translation are our own, and the excerpt is kept short in line with our lyrics policy.
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Conclusion
Sakihokore is YOASOBI at their most uplifting — Ayase's bright composition, ikura's radiant vocal and a cherry-blossom story that turns a morning drama theme into an anthem for anyone who feels past their season. Muxic Leaks will keep this page updated as official lyrics and chart positions come in.
FAQs
What is the Japanese title of Sakihokore?
The Japanese title is 咲き誇れ (sakihokore), which means "Bloom Proudly".
Who wrote and performed Sakihokore?
The music was written by Ayase and the song is performed by vocalist ikura, together known as YOASOBI.
Which drama is Sakihokore the theme song of?
Sakihokore is the theme song of the NHK morning drama Blossom (ブラッサム), based on the novel by Risa Wataya.
When was Sakihokore released?
Sakihokore was released on October 14, 2026.
Where can I watch the official music video?
On YOASOBI's official YouTube channel (YOASOBI_Official); the video is also embedded on this page.
