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[January 2025] A roundup of commercials that caught my attention

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.

Even after entering January 2025, a wave of buzzworthy commercials featuring famous actors and actresses has continued to appear.

From FamilyMart’s ad showcasing Kotaro Yoshida and Rikako Yagi with warm expressions, to JCB Platinum’s commercial highlighting Tori Matsuzaka’s smart presence, this month’s diverse lineup of visuals is capturing our hearts.

In this article, we’ll dive into the appeal of these latest commercials in detail, along with information about the cast and the featured songs.

Latest Commercials [January 2025] (71–80)

JR East JR SKISKI White and Heat. “Boys” Version / “Girls” VersionYuzu Aoki, Natsuki Deguchi

Yu Aoki joins Natsuki Deguchi as a main cast member for “JR SKISKI”; tries snowboarding for the first time in the commercial! JR SKISKI new CM “White and Heat. Boys Edition” & “JR SKISKI 2024–2025 Season Making-of”

This is the 2025 version of JR East’s annual ski trip campaign, JR SKISKI.

This time, Yuzu Aoki and Natsuki Deguchi appear, and the ad shows them enjoying their first time snowboarding.

Most of the scenes feature the group having fun together, but there’s a fleeting moment when Aoki and Deguchi lock eyes that really makes your heart skip a beat.

The BGM is “you’re my” by the three-piece band Pablo Haiku, an upbeat, refreshing track written specifically for this commercial.

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Morinaga Seika in Jelly Exam in Jelly “Turn that nervousness into energy. Rolling Days” EditionWANIMA

[Exam In Jelly | WANIMA] Turn that nervousness into energy. Rolling Days [in Jelly] 15 seconds / with subtitles

This is the in Jelly commercial supporting exam-takers, titled “Turn that nervousness into energy.

Rolling Days.” It unfolds around the theme of nerves: the more serious you are, the more nervous you get—but the message encourages turning that nervousness into strength.

In the second half of the ad, WANIMA’s live footage appears and their song “Rolling Days” plays.

The lyrics carry a message that pushes people to keep moving forward despite their inner struggles, making it a perfect cheer song for students preparing for entrance exams.

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Suzuki Lio Bandit “Billboard” VersionKanna Hashimoto

Solio Bandit TV commercial: Billboard version

In the new Solio Bandit commercial, the “Billboard” version features Kanna Hashimoto appearing inside a giant street-side billboard, watching the Solio Bandit as it drives through the city.

The car’s eye-catching exterior is showcased so well that you can’t help but want to follow it with your eyes.

The BGM is “Gekko Landing Project” by buzzworthy singer-songwriter tuki., a track from their first full album released in January 2025.

The song’s appeal lies in its empowering lyrics that wholeheartedly affirm a self who is struggling.

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Latest TV commercials [January 2025] (81–90)

Ohta’s Kampo Stomach Medicine II ‘Umbrella’ VersionMomoiro Clover Z

Ohta’s Kampo Stomach Medicine II “Umbrella” Version 30 Seconds

This is a commercial for Ohta Kampo Stomach Medicine II featuring Momoiro Clover Z.

The image of the members holding umbrellas is quite striking.

Naturally, a song by Momoiro Clover Z is used as the BGM for this CM.

Released in 2023, the track was written and composed by Yujin Kitagawa of Yuzu, and it portrays looking back on the path they’ve taken while powerfully moving forward toward the future.

The lyrics are perfect as a song that supports the heart, so if you ever feel like you’re about to lose heart, be sure to give it a listen.

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Akagi Nyugyo Gari Gari Kun “Various Gari Gari Kun Songs A” Version / “Summer Festa” Version

Gari Gari-kun Gari Gari-kun’s Song Various A Version Milk 15 seconds

Gari Gari Kun Summer Festa Version 15 seconds

These are two commercials for Garigari-kun, the flagship product of Akagi Nyugyo.

In the “Various Garigari-kun Songs A” version, Pokasukajan performs the “Garigari-kun Song” in a variety of arrangements.

The other one, the “Summer Festa” version, showcases scenes from an event held in 2024, where you can enjoy a brass band performance and a choral rendition of the “Garigari-kun Song.”

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JRA Hello, Special Times. “Beginning” VersionMasami Nagasawa, Ai Mikami, Kuranosuke Sasaki, Ryoma Takeuchi

Hello, Special Times. “Beginning” Version — 30 Seconds | JRA Official

This commercial, which began airing in 2025, features Ryoma Takeuchi joining Masami Nagasawa, Ai Miike, and Kuranosuke Sasaki—familiar faces from JRA’s ads.

During a break on set, Nagasawa passionately pitches the appeal of horse racing to Takeuchi.

He shows interest, but when she invites him to go watch together, he turns her down with a “Maybe another time,” prompting Nagasawa to shout, “You’re not coming?!” in a humorous scene.

It makes you curious about how the story will continue in future spots.

The CM song is Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s 2020 hit “Mela!” With its cast and BGM, the ad feels refreshingly new compared to 2024.

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Mitsubishi Motors: “I like people who seek adventure” version

“I like people who go on adventures” version, 60 seconds

This corporate commercial, “We Like People Who Venture,” leaves a strong impression as Mitsubishi Motors vehicles appear one after another, powerfully driving forward.

It conveys a message themed around adventure—very fitting for Mitsubishi Motors, which has many vehicles with an active image.

It’s likely to captivate not only Mitsubishi owners but also those who don’t yet drive one.

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