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Memorable Commercials [November 2024]

Don’t you feel like there are more and more commercial jingles on TV lately that you can’t help but hum along to? Even in 2024, memorable CM songs that blend moving music with striking visuals have been popping up one after another.

From covers of nostalgic classics to brand-new tracks written specifically for ads, there’s a flood of distinctive songs that are making waves on social media.

In this article, we’ll introduce the CM songs that drew the biggest reactions as of November 2024.

You’re sure to find plenty that make you think, “I know that song!”

Memorable Commercials [November 2024] (11–20)

SQUARE ENIX HD-2D Version Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation — “Winds of Adventure” Edition / “Hero’s Tale” Edition

Overturesugiyama kouichi

Symphonic Suite Dragon Quest I Overture - BRASS EXCEED TOKYO
Overturesugiyama kouichi

This is a teaser commercial for the HD-2D remake of Dragon Quest III: The Seeds of Salvation, renowned as one of the masterpieces of the series, featuring a unique visual style.

As seen in the commercial, it’s characterized by a fresh yet nostalgic atmosphere, with classic pixel-art characters appearing against beautiful 3D backgrounds.

The ad features famous tracks from the Dragon Quest series, starting with the Overture.

UNIQLO LifeWear “Thanksgiving in a Musical” Version

YOUSazan Ōrusutāzu

This is a commercial announcing Uniqlo’s Thanksgiving event, celebrating the brand’s 40th anniversary in 2024.

The BGM features “YOU,” a track from the 1990 album Southern All Stars.

In the CM, Haruka Ayase, Kohei Matsushita, and Yumi Kawai perform in a musical-like style in time with the song.

With singing, dancing, and acting, it’s a commercial packed with highlights.

Kirin Beer Kirin Hyoketsu: 'Attacked by a Sunshower' Version

south windRemioromen

This commercial, which opens with Anna Ishii getting caught in a sudden downpour and breaking into a run as she gazes out at the sea, is Kirin Hyoketsu’s “Attacked by a Sunshower” edition.

She then takes shelter from the rain at a nearby shop, where she spots a beautiful rainbow after the shower.

The image of Ishii savoring a Hyoketsu while watching the rainbow stretching over the sea is truly striking.

Kirin Beer Kirin Ichiban Shibori Freshly Picked Hops ‘Inherited Deliciousness’ Version

SummerHisaishi Joe

This is a commercial in which hop farmers from Tono City in Iwate Prefecture highlight the strengths of the hops they grow themselves, introducing how using them is indispensable for making delicious Japanese beer.

The background music accompanying this narration features Joe Hisaishi’s “Summer,” a magical track with a distinctly Japanese sensibility that perfectly suits a commercial themed around Japanese hops and Japanese beer.

Nintendo Nintendo Music “Study” Version

“Pokémon Scarlet and Violet” titleMasuda Jun’ichi, Ichinose Tsuyoshi

[Official] “Pokémon Scarlet and Violet” Music: “Main Theme” Reference Performance Video
“Pokémon Scarlet and Violet” titleMasuda Jun'ichi, Ichinose Tsuyoshi

The commercial “Study,” which shows listening to music with Nintendo Music as a companion to studying.

For the BGM, it uses the main theme from Pokémon Scarlet and Violet—an arrangement of the main theme that has been used since the Red and Green versions in the Pokémon series.

It’s a very brave-sounding track that heralds the start of an adventure.

Nintendo Nintendo Music 'Laundry' Version /

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Main ThemeTodaka Ikusei

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Main Theme — 1 Hour Loop
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Main ThemeTodaka Ikusei

This is an introductory commercial for Nintendo Music that started on October 31, 2024.

It’s a music streaming service where you can listen to Nintendo game soundtracks, and in this “Laundry” version, the main theme from Animal Crossing: New Horizons is playing.

If you do your chores while playing the Animal Crossing BGM, you might feel like you’ve become a resident of the island!

Memorable Commercials [November 2024] (21–30)

PARCO SPECIAL IN YOU. “You’re special, too. Suisei Hoshimachi” Version

AWAKEHoshimachi Suisei

AWAKE / Suisei Hoshimachi (official)
AWAKEHoshimachi Suisei

This is a PARCO commercial titled SPECIAL IN YOU: “You’re special too.

Hoshimachi Suisei,” which uses interview footage of virtual idol Hoshimachi Suisei.

Her words about what makes her unique leave a strong impression, and at the end of the CM, the narration says, “You’re special too,” sending cheers to those who take on challenges.

It’s a commercial infused with a message that resonates with people striving toward their dreams and goals.

The BGM features AWAKE, sung by Hoshimachi Suisei.

Its uplifting lyrics, themed around unprecedented new imagination, are striking and boost your motivation as you listen.