Finding Peace Among the Petals: A Journey Through NERIAN’s New Song
In his latest release, Japanese artist NERIAN invites listeners on an emotional journey set against one of Hokkaido’s most breathtaking cherry blossom landmarks: the Nijukken Road. This song isn't just a story of springtime beauty—it's a deeply personal reflection on memory, healing, and acceptance.
At the heart of the track is a character carrying the weight of a painful past she longed to forget. Seeking closure, she visits Nijukken Road in late April, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, hoping the passage of time and the sweeping landscape would help her finally sever ties with her memories. But nature had other plans.
As a stray cherry blossom petal lands on the shoulder of a girl nearby—the girl from the lyrics, not the protagonist herself—everything comes rushing back. The scent of the blossoms, the hum of the spring breeze, the crispness of the air—all of it acts as a bridge to the memories she wanted to bury. Instead of finding forgetfulness, she finds realization: some parts of the past are woven too deeply into us to erase.
But rather than feeling trapped by her memories, the protagonist comes to a powerful conclusion. Her past, no matter how sad, is an undeniable part of who she is—and by embracing it, she can truly move forward. The song’s magnificent outro beautifully captures this moment of emotional clarity and quiet hope, lifting the listener into a space of peace and acceptance.
A Stunning Visual Companion: Music Video by BAKUHATSU DENPA
The song’s emotional depth is perfectly matched by its music video, crafted by the popular illustrator BAKUHATSU DENPA (known on X/Twitter @explosionpsycho). Using a single, evolving illustration, the video unfolds like a living painting, drawing viewers into a stunning cherry blossom world.
The visuals begin with delicate sketches and gradually grow richer in color and dimension, much like how memories become more vivid as they resurface. The deformed-style girl in a simple white dress becomes increasingly three-dimensional, mirroring the protagonist's emotional awakening. Hidden details throughout the background give a sense of depth that rewards careful viewing, emphasizing the layers of memory and experience the song explores. https://x.com/explosionpsycho
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A Celebration of Japanese Spirit
In Japan, cherry blossoms symbolize the fleeting beauty of life, the bittersweet passage of time, and renewal after loss. NERIAN’s new song captures this essence beautifully, offering not just a personal story but a universal message about growth, acceptance, and the human heart’s ability to heal.
Whether you're familiar with Japan’s cherry blossom culture or discovering it for the first time, this song—and its breathtaking visual world—offers a moving experience you won’t forget.
Enjoy the journey, and let the petals carry you, too.
