Catchy Commercial Jingles [April 2025]

UnveilAwich

Unprecedented! One-take shoot with an upside-down set / A must-see making-of: Panasonic “Make New” concept film + behind the scenes

In a grand set where an expanse of blue fabric descends from above, Panasonic’s commercial unfolds as seven dancers perform in perfect unison, a filmic piece where tension and beauty coexist.

Directed by film director Sho Yanagisawa, the video captures moments of challenge and passion with dramatic precision.

Under the high-stakes condition that the massive fabric covering the floor and ceiling can only be dropped once—with no possibility of a retake—the dancers’ movements, sustained by extreme concentration, are portrayed.

Amplifying that taut atmosphere and energy is Awich’s “Unveil.” Her strong, centered vocals and powerful beat musically express the resolve behind the scenes and the dedication to creation, adding even greater gravitas to the visuals.

Even the cheers that erupt at the moment of success are sublimated into part of the work, making this an impressive track that conveys the beauty of taking on a challenge.

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A café in a student districtGARO

Garo 'The Student District Café'

Memorial Folk Edition (1980) – Momoya Norihira Animated Commercial

GARO’s “Gakuseigai no Kissaten” (Coffee Shop in the Student District) is a highly popular song included on their 1972 album GARO2, and it was also released as a single.

Although it was initially placed on the B-side at the time of the single’s release, it caught on thanks to radio promotion and went on to become regarded as GARO’s biggest hit.

The song evokes a scene set in a coffee shop in a student neighborhood, and its sound and melody—tinged with a certain darkness—are especially memorable.

When the track is used in commercials, the focus often falls on the “student” aspect, drawing on the lyrics to convey a strong sense of nostalgia.

From the Orange Village to Springririi

Lily: From Orange Village to Spring

Lily’s “From Orange Village to Spring” is a song released in 1976, included as the B-side of “Ie e Oide yo” (“Come Home”).

Set to a gentle sound that evokes elements of country music, it portrays the calm scenery of a village.

The song’s rhythm has a buoyant lightness, and the overall gentle yet cheerful atmosphere conjures a sense of love for one’s hometown.

As a commercial jingle, it’s best known for being used in a Shiseido ad, where the music and visuals together depict the rising excitement as the season turns toward spring.

Yoko of the Port, Yokohama, YokosukaDaun Taun Bugiugi Bando

Harbor Yoko, Yokohama, Yokosuka

Downtown Boogie Woogie Band’s “Minato no Yōko, Yokohama, Yokosuka,” released in 1975, is an alluring track with a cool vibe.

It’s remembered for its distinctive structure—a powerful, guitar-riff-driven sound layered with spoken vocals.

The mentions of Yokohama and Yokosuka in the lyrics are also striking, and the song is beloved as a local anthem.

Thanks to its unique spoken delivery and handy, question-posing phrases, that aspect has been spotlighted and used in commercials, including for Nidec.

To say goodbyebiriibanban

To Say Goodbye – by Billy BanBan (1972)

iichiko TV Commercial 1993 Aegean Sea Edition

Billy BanBan’s “Sayonara o Suru Tame ni” (“To Say Goodbye”) is a song released in 1972 as the theme for the TV drama “3-Chome 4-Banchi.” Thanks to this song, they made their first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and it was even included in music textbooks, making it one of Billy BanBan’s signature tracks that garnered attention in many ways.

Its gentle, characteristically Billy BanBan sound and poignant lyrics themed around farewell make it especially appealing.

As a commercial jingle, it was used in ads for Sanwa Shurui’s iichiko shochu, where the expansive sound underscores and promotes the depth of iichiko.

Sinbad on the Shorepinku redii

Sinbad of the Seashore / Pink Lady

Rino Sashihara covers “Nagisa no Sindbad” in a mini-skirt outfit, forming a duo with Naomi Watanabe — TEPCO Energy Partner “Summer 2019: Sa-Sa-Sa 3 Months New Unit Debut” commercial

Pink Lady’s “Nagisa no Sindbad” was released in 1977 and is known as one of their signature songs.

It topped Oricon’s year-end chart for 1977, and its frequent single reissues and tie-ins also attest to its popularity.

With a summer-themed feel, the song sets the life of a confident woman to a lively sound.

As a commercial jingle, it’s often paired with bright, cheerful visuals, and the song’s energy helps the overall impression feel positive.

Morning of PartingPedoro & Kapurishasu

Morning of Parting

Pedro & Capricious’s “Wakare no Asa” (Morning of Parting) was released in 1971 and is known as one of the group’s signature songs.

The original is “Was Ich Dir Sagen Will” by Austrian singer Udo Jürgens, to which Rei Nakanishi added Japanese lyrics for this version.

The sound leans strongly toward kayōkyoku, giving it a different vibe from the original, and over this powerful arrangement the sorrow of parting is sung.

Because the song conveys a kind of strength that tries to shake off loneliness, when it’s used in commercials it tends to create an impression of emphasizing the power to move forward.