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] (21–30)
KFC The American Burgers: “American Diner” EditionKento Kaku

This is a commercial in which Kento Kaku introduces two limited-time American burgers.
The featured items are the Onion Filet Burger and the Egg Filet Burger, highlighting that each uses different ingredients and sauces.
With mouthwatering, sizzling visuals that whet the appetite, it’s a wonderful ad.
Coca-Cola Yakan Barley Tea: Another Crayon Shin-chan ‘It’s the Yakan Family!’ EpisodeFumiya Takahashi, Taizo Harada, Kumiko Aso

This commercial takes the theme of Another Crayon Shin-chan, portraying live-action versions of the future selves of the characters from Crayon Shin-chan while also promoting Yakan no Mugicha, which supports each of their daily lives.
The Nohara family is played by Fumiya Takahashi, Taizo Harada, and Kumiko Aso—three actors who each continue walking through their days in character even as time moves forward.
It’s a concept that lets you feel both what has changed and what remains the same, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
Latest Commercials [April 2025] (31–40)
COSMO Oil: “The Sound of SAF”Kento Kaku

This is a commercial introducing SAF, a type of aviation fuel made by reusing used cooking oil.
Apparently, Cosmo Oil was the first to mass-produce this SAF in Japan.
For most of us, Cosmo Oil is strongly associated with gas stations, but it turns out they also run businesses that produce sustainable fuels like this.
Suntory GREEN DA•KA•RA Gentle Barley Tea “The Mighty Power of Sprouted Barley: Dodonto” / “That Gentle-Looking Face”Tsuyoshi Kusanagi

This commercial features Tsuyoshi Kusanagi as the gentle Yasashii Man, introducing the GREEN DA•KA•RA tea series in various ways.
In the barley tea segment, he loudly proclaims the power of sprouted barley, his voice echoing across a barley field, and through changes in his expressions he also recommends rooibos and corn tea.
His smiling introductions for each tea clearly convey how easy they are to incorporate into everyday life.
Suntory Jim Beam “JIM Highball × Gurunai” VersionShintaro Moriyama (Mitorizu), Seiya (Shimofuri Myojo)

This commercial features Seiya suggesting they practice the “Gourmet Chicken Race: Gochi ni Naru!” segment from the popular show Guruguru Ninety-Nine at a certain restaurant, and Moriyama joining in despite quipping, “I’ve already been fired!” Seiya orders some dishes and a Jim Beam highball, but the outcome is wildly off the mark.
Still, when Seiya says he’s happy just to be able to eat and drink together, Moriyama’s subtly delighted expression leaves an impression.
The direction makes you want to get together with easygoing friends, and that feeling really stands out.
Suntory Draft Beer “San-Nama CM Has Been Decided” VersionJUNON、LEO

This video depicts JUNON and LEO joyfully celebrating their selection to appear in a Suntory Draft Beer commercial.
They express their excitement through a light, upbeat dance, and their sparkling smiles as they move really convey the exhilaration.
The video ends with the two of them drinking Suntory Draft Beer, their blissful expressions clearly conveying how good it tastes.
Daihatsu Tanto Funcross: ‘Gaming × Outdoors’ / ‘Handmade Girls’ Gathering × Outdoors’ / ‘Flying Bubbles × Outdoors’



This is a commercial for the Tanto FunCross with an active, outdoorsy look that leaves a strong impression.
In the three prepared segments, it suggests three different ways to enjoy the outdoors: gaming, a girls’ get-together, and flying bubbles.
Along the way, it highlights the functionality of the Tanto FunCross.
It’s a commercial that should resonate with people who love camping and outdoor activities, isn’t it?


