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Memorable Commercials [June 2025]

When watching commercials, everyone has probably had a moment of wondering, “What’s that song?” In June 2025, a stream of ads from various companies are featuring striking tracks.

From beloved J-pop that transcends generations and nostalgic cover songs to catchy original tunes, the power of music to capture viewers’ hearts is immense.

In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of commercial songs that have been getting a lot of buzz lately! You’re sure to discover tunes you can’t help but hum along to and songs that warm your heart every time you hear them.

Memorable Commercials [June 2025] (71–80)

SMBC (Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation) Trunk “Dear companies” Edition

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Okazaki Taiiku feat. Ayako Ikeda “Ribbon” Music Video
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【Trunk】TVCM “Dear companies” 90sec

This is a commercial for Trunk, a corporate bank account service aimed at small and medium-sized businesses.

It opens with the story of a man who quits his salaried job to go independent and starts a new company, followed by appearances from SME owners who use Trunk as their primary account.

They share how, thanks in part to Trunk, they’ve been able to grow their businesses smoothly, highlighting how Trunk supports many small and medium-sized enterprises.

The background music is “Ribbon” by Taiiku Okazaki, who previously appeared in a Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation commercial.

While Okazaki is often associated with humorous, playful songs, this track has a warm feel with a gentle tempo.

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Pocari Sweat: “Hawaiian for Two” / “Mother Dances, Daughter Sings” / “Pocari Mother and Daughter’s ‘Slow & Easy’ with Dai Hirai”

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Dai Hirai / Slow & Easy (Music Video)
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This summer-themed commercial for Pocari Sweat features Yoh Yoshida and Rio Suzuki wearing aloha shirts.

With Hawaii as the theme, Ms.

Yoshida performs hula dancing while Ms.

Suzuki plays the ukulele.

As always, their close, relaxed rapport—like that of a real mother and daughter—leaves a strong impression.

The background music is Dai Hirai’s signature song “Slow & Easy,” a laid-back track with memorable lyrics that convey a message of taking it easy while enjoying seaside scenery.

Kagome Tomato Ketchup “Awakening (Mapo Eggplant)” Version

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ATARASHII GAKKO! – Change (Official Music Video)
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Kagome Tomato Ketchup CM “Awakening (Mapo Eggplant)” Version 15 Seconds

This commercial focuses on the cooking method of sautéing ketchup, conveying how that extra step makes Kagome Tomato Ketchup even more delicious.

It shows Atarashii Gakko! taking on the challenge of making mapo eggplant with sautéed ketchup, expressing its deliciousness with a sense of dynamism.

The song that further accentuates that energetic imagery is Atarashii Gakko!’s “Change.” The trumpet that rings out from the very beginning is striking, and its overlap with the powerful beat and vocals evokes a sense of urgency, as if facing down a challenge.

Memorable Commercials [June 2025] (81–90)

Otsuka Pharmaceutical CalorieMate “Now” Edition

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Calorie Mate Web Movie | “Now” Edition (Full ver.)

It portrays students giving their all in club activities and expresses the feeling of putting everything into the present moment.

Because entrance exams await them ahead, they begin to question their current dedication to their clubs—yet it also depicts their resolve to still face things with full effort.

It clearly conveys at the end Calorie Mate’s wish to support everyone’s best efforts.

The song that further highlights the powerful determination to throw oneself into club activities is Leina’s “Moment.” Its structure is striking, building gradually from a quiet atmosphere where piano and vocals overlap, and the expansive development in the chorus evokes a sense of hope for the future.

Audi A1 Sportback

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Audi A1 Urban Sport : Tout commence par une Audi…

This commercial highlights the stylish look of the Audi A1 Urban Sport while also conveying its driving comfort.

As the cars line up to form numbers, the clear changes in the figures give a sense of the vehicle’s high operability.

The song that further emphasizes the stylish mood depicted in the visuals is Louise Elliott’s “Be My Ride.” It’s a track with a strong, resonant beat like dance music, and its rhythm clearly conveys a sense of power.

Audi Land of quattro 'Rain' Version

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Audi Commercial (Japan, 2013)

This commercial conveys that Audi cars can handle any environment and deliver a reassuring drive.

It depicts the surroundings outside the car changing one after another, and by contrasting this with the flustered reactions of nearby pedestrians, it effectively expresses the car’s strength.

What further highlights the way the vehicle brushes off the difficulties shown in the visuals is the nursery rhyme Amefuri, sung by UA.

The unique world created by the blend of the light, buoyant melody and her rich, resonant vocals is striking, evoking a sense of composure in the face of major challenges.

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Pocari Sweat Summer Time Signal: “Shadow-Stepping and Sun Parasols” / “Haircuts and Short Sleeves”

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This commercial portrays various moments that mark the start of summer—like when the sun grows stronger and you feel the need for a parasol, or the timing to cut your hair short and put on short sleeves.

As the real heat begins, it emphasizes the need to be prepared to sweat, and shows how Pocari Sweat supports that.

The song sung by ao is what truly brings out the atmosphere where summer’s early heat and freshness intermingle.

The overlapping and resonance of the vocals create a sense of depth, and the sound carrying into the distance conveys a floating, airy feeling, doesn’t it?