April 2025 Commercial Special: A thorough introduction from commercial storylines to trending songs
In April 2025, as the new fiscal year kicked off, a wave of buzzworthy commercials made their debut! There were plenty of captivating ads, including ones for Aquarius and Suntory Natural Mineral Water featuring active athletes, and a Galaxy commercial that used live footage from YOASOBI.
In this article, we’ll take a close look at the featured performers and the stories portrayed in these standout commercials, as well as detailed information about the songs used.
If there are any commercials you spotted on TV or online that caught your attention, be sure to check them out.
- [May 2025] Featured roundup of the latest buzzworthy commercials. Includes highlights on notable cast members and song information.
- Memorable Commercials [April 2025]
- A comprehensive look at the latest commercials that made waves in March 2025
- [April 2025] CM Song Compilation
- Memorable Commercials [May 2025]
- Funny Commercial [April 2025]
- Catchy Commercial Jingles [April 2025]
- Memorable Commercials [March 2025]
- [May 2025] Compilation of Commercial Jingles
- [April 2024] Compilation of Commercial Jingles
- [September 2025] Trending Latest Commercials
- [January 2025] A roundup of commercials that caught my attention
- [August 2025] Trending Latest Commercials
Latest Commercials [April 2025] (91–100)
Kirin Beer Greens Free: ‘Happy Non-Alcohol Kanno-san’ VersionMiho Kanno
This commercial portrays Miho Kanno enjoying Greens Free in a variety of everyday situations, highlighting the special feeling it brings.
With a Greens Free in hand, she smiles in different places, clearly conveying the delicious taste that makes daily life more fun.
Further emphasizing that relaxed, joyful mood is Billy Joel’s “Uptown Girl.” The bright sound with its refreshing vibe and the buoyant vocals overlap to evoke a positive image of moving forward.
Asahi Soft Drinks WILKINSON Tansan ‘Chosen for its kick.’Masaki Suda
This commercial features Masaki Suda portraying people on-site while highlighting that Wilkinson has been a long-loved favorite even among professionals.
By clearly depicting the reasons it has been used for so long, the ad conveys the brand’s commitment and confidence.
The track that further accentuates this timeless confidence is Lenny Kravitz’s “Are You Gonna Go My Way.” The opening guitar riff is striking, and its sharp tone powerfully carries the energy across.
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Pocari Sweat “You’re surely someone’s sun.” (version)Takeshi Haraguchi, Yuta
This commercial portrays Musashi Haraguchi and Yuta, who have supported each other since childhood as members of the dance unit Rampagers, while also conveying how Pocari Sweat has helped with hydration.
The scene where they face each other and deliver an intense performance is striking, and their smiling, sweat-soaked expressions convey a sense of bond.
The stylish visuals are accentuated by the track “99 Steps” by STUTS.
Both the sound and vocals evoke a sense of weightlessness, and the gentle tones add a refreshing feel.
Suntory #Let’s Become a Wonderful Past: “Living with Water Forever and Ever” Episode / “A Clock Measured in Centuries” Episode / “The Habit of Seeing the Whole Earth” Episode / “Respect for Great Nature” EpisodeGoro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, Shingo Katori
This is a commercial that clearly conveys Suntory’s efforts to cherish nature, including narration by Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori.
A key feature is the distinctive switching between live-action and animation; because the visuals center on green imagery depicting nature, you can really feel the gentleness.
It portrays a strong yet gentle commitment to caring for the Earth—protecting water, looking ahead to the planet 100 years from now, and more.
Further emphasizing that gentle atmosphere is the song “Kitte no Nai Okurimono,” performed by the three—Goro Inagaki, Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, and Shingo Katori.
It’s a cover of Kazuo Zaitsu’s piece that preserves the tenderness of the original while also conveying the unique sense of hope and forward-driving strength that only these three can bring.
Audi Q6 e-tron “The first-ever Audi Q6 e-tron is born” version
This commercial conveys what the Audi Q6 e-tron is like through its powerful presence as it speeds by.
From city streets to natural landscapes, it drives with the same assertive strength in various environments, which also communicates its stable handling.
The smiles of the people riding in it are another key point, giving a sense of trust that it will support everyday life.
JRA Ryoma, Winning Horse. “Thanks W Plus” Version / “Soku PAT” VersionRyoma Takeuchi
This is a commercial introducing Thanks W Plus, which increases payout and UMACA point rates, and iPAT, which lets you buy betting tickets anywhere on your smartphone.
In the two commercials, Ryoma Takeuchi plays a fan enjoying horse racing.
You can tell from Takeuchi’s expressions just how much he’s looking forward to the races.
UQ WiMAX “Why is MAX here?” VersionHikari Mitsushima, Ryuhei Matsuda, MAX
In the UQ WiMAX commercial, “Why Is MAX Here?”, MAX appears as a play on the name WiMAX.
He shows up as an acquaintance of UQUEEN, played by Hikari Mitsushima, and repeatedly strikes poses while shouting “WiMAX!” in sync with cues from Mitsushima and the butler, Ryuhei Matsuda.
While the spot invites plenty of witty retorts, its star-studded cast and glamorous world leave a strong impression.