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Memorable Commercials [December 2024]

Memorable Commercials [December 2024]

Last updated:2025/7/10

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Have you ever thought, “I wonder what that commercial’s song is”? The commercials aired in December 2024 featured a remarkably diverse range of music, from trending artists to veteran musicians.

Alongside unforgettable visuals, we’ll introduce a wide selection of memorable CM songs that make you want to hum those melodies that linger in your heart.

From grand tracks that match dramatic imagery to fun tunes that bring a spontaneous smile, you’re sure to find a song that makes you say, “That one!” with a sense of nostalgia.

Memorable Commercials [December 2024] (1–10)

MATOI: “Hit the mark. MATOI.”

Rockin’Koichi Tsutaya × CHITAA × Zinee × Melody Chubak

[MATOI] “Matoe. MATOI” 10 Colors Edition

This is the introduction commercial for the MATOI TONE UP MASK, titled “MATOE MATOI.” Alongside footage of dancing and drumming, the product’s color lineup is showcased, resulting in a video that leaves a very cool overall impression, music included.

The BGM features an original track produced by Koichi Tsutaya.

It’s an epic, danceable piece packed with highlights, including rap sections and sing-along moments.

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TOYOTA Land Cruiser “Shonan no Kaze: Adventurer” Version

AdventurerShonan no Kaze

After posing the question “What is a Land Cruiser?” at the beginning of the commercial, it cuts to striking footage of the Dakar Rally, known as the world’s toughest motorsport.

The determined looks of the drivers and mechanics are unforgettable—and incredibly cool.

The CM’s background music features Shonan no Kaze’s newly written track “Bōkensha” (Adventurer).

Its powerful, encouraging lyrics—so in tune with the commercial’s theme—are a major draw.

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Taiyo Life Insurance Suite Best MY WAY “As Myself” Version

My WAYMaya Miki

This commercial, themed around being yourself, introduces the insurance suite Best MY WAY.

Miki Maya appears in the ad, singing a song titled “My WAY” with a gentle, resonant voice.

The commercial is beautifully produced, evoking memories of her active days in the Takarazuka Revue.

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Suntory Premium Highball (Yamazaki) December 2024 TV Commercial

The Flowers in the Garden

Garden's Chigusa _The Last Rose of Summer_ Hue _Japanese song_ new

The Flowers in the Garden

This commercial focuses on the Yamazaki Distillery in Kyoto and showcases the appeal of Premium Highball Yamazaki.

The visuals are crafted with an overall chic, composed tone that conveys a cool, high-quality atmosphere.

The BGM is an instrumental arrangement of “Niwa no Chigusa” (A Flower in the Garden), originally an Irish folk song.

Listening to the piece’s elegant, flowing melody makes you feel as if your heart is being cleansed.

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Tobu Railway Animated Commercial, December 2024

Step By StepNatural Lag

Step By Step

Step By StepNatural Lag

Tobu Railway Animated Commercial — 30-second version

This commercial, which aired in December 2024, depicts the history of Tobu Railway through an animation with a soft, gentle touch.

It features Tokyo Skytree—the symbol of the Tobu Group—as well as the origins of various lines, resulting in a video that clearly conveys the company’s journey.

The BGM is by Natural Lag, the band project of Sota Hanamura, vocalist of Da-iCE.

True to its title, “Step By Step,” the lyrics offer encouragement to move forward day by day.

Coupled with its bright, fast-paced sound, it’s a song that feels like a supportive push on your back as you listen.

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Mitsubishi UFJ NICOS “The Mysterious 4-Gram Card: Life’s Crossroads”

A Little Love SongSalyu

A Little Love Song

A Little Love SongSalyu

This is the Mitsubishi UFJ NICOS commercial “A Mysterious 4-gram Card: Life at a Crossroads,” featuring Araki Sugo and Misaki Hattori.

A credit card is just one of many payment methods, but this ad captures moments where hearts connect through it.

What makes this warm, dramatic CM even more memorable is the BGM, “Chiisana Koi no Uta.” Originally a signature song by MONGOL800, the commercial uses a cover version by Salyu.

Her tender yet resolute vocals and the beautiful choral work make for a wonderful arrangement—be sure to listen closely.

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UHA Mikakuto Cororo Party “Kazuma Kawamura” Version / “Hokuto Yoshino” Version

BURNTHE RAMPAGE

BURN

BURNTHE RAMPAGE

UHA Mikakuto CORORO “CORORO Party: Kazuma Kawamura” Version

This is a UHA Mikakuto Kororo commercial featuring Kazuma Kawamura and Hokuto Yoshino from THE RAMPAGE.

Two versions have been produced, each depicting a Kororo party with one of them in the lead role, and the scenes of people enjoying Kororo are especially memorable.

Fans should pay attention to the interactions between Kawamura and Yoshino! The BGM uses their then-new song “BURN” when the commercial began airing.

Despite its mid-tempo pace, the party-like sound and vocal work leave a strong impression.

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