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A roundup of Aquarius commercials. The appeal lies in the direction that conveys an active image!

Aquarius, released by The Coca-Cola Company, is a drink that many people often have as a companion when being active.

Since it’s a classic sports drink, many of its commercials convey an energetic, active image!

Whether featuring professional athletes or showcasing dance scenes by artists, every commercial has plenty to enjoy.

In this article, we’ll introduce all the Aquarius commercials produced so far.

We’ll spotlight not only the performers but also the background music.

A roundup of Aquarius commercials: compelling direction that conveys an active image! (1–10)

Coca-Cola Aquarius

[Nostalgic Commercial] Just losing 2% of your body’s water — Hidetoshi Nakata, Kosuke Kitajima, Sakura Yokomine — Aquarius (Coca-Cola)

Released in 2005, “Haru no Uta” is one of Spitz’s signature songs and a staple of spring-themed music.

It was originally included on the album “Souvenir,” but was later released as a single thanks to a tie-in with an Aquarius commercial.

The fact that many artists—including singer-songwriter Sakura Fujiwara—have covered it shows how this song shines as a masterpiece in the J-pop scene.

With the soft, gentle atmosphere so characteristic of Spitz, it truly feels like a song that captures the sound of a spring day.

Coca-Cola Aquarius Drink for Condition-Making: “Aquarius” Version / “Aquarius Zero” VersionAlice Hirose, Katsuhisa Namase

Alice Hirose refreshes with hydration! The CM song is eill’s “palette” — new “Aquarius” commercial

This commercial showcases how staying hydrated not only maintains your health but also refreshes your mood, illustrated through Alice Hirose.

We see her slowed down by the heat until she finds an Aquarius in her bag, hydrates, and gradually moves with more energy.

Enhancing the refreshing visuals is the song “palette,” performed by singer-songwriter eill.

Its dance-music-inspired, dynamic beat layered with her radiant vocals conveys a powerful sense of forward momentum.

Coca-Cola Aquarius “Blue Driver Ryo” Version

Aquarius Heroes Vol. 4: “Blue Driver Ryo”

This song by Unicorn, the rock band led by Tamio Okuda, was used in the commercial “Blue Driver Ryo,” which featured golfer Ryo Ishikawa—who was hugely popular at the time under the nickname “the Bashful Prince”—as an animated character.

The commercial aired in 2009, and the track was released the same year.

It’s marked by a quintessentially Unicorn, friendly, and catchy melody line that sticks in your head, along with a refreshing, fast-paced feel.

At the same time, behind the scenes the guitar is playing technical phrases using tapping, making it a rewarding listen as well!

A compilation of Aquarius commercials: the appeal lies in the direction that conveys an active image! (11–20)

Coca-Cola Aquarius IosisYumie Kobayashi

Aquarius IOSYS commercial ☆ Yumie Kobayashi / ♪ “innocent world” by Mr. Children

Many iconic J-pop songs have been tied up with Aquarius commercials, and this track is arguably the most representative of them all! It’s one of the signature songs by Mr.Children, the band that has led the Japanese music scene since their debut in 1989.

Released in 1994, the song was featured in an Aquarius commercial and went on to top the year-end singles chart that same year.

Its smooth, flowing, and irresistibly catchy melody line is truly outstanding.

Coca-Cola Aquarius: Athlete AfterimageHidetoshi Nakata

Japan Coca-Cola Aquarius (♪ Spitz) Hidetoshi Nakata (2006)

This commercial conveys a sense of dynamism through the image of Hidetoshi Nakata excelling in soccer, while also communicating that hydration is essential in sports.

The sweat from his continuous running is vividly depicted, and the appearance of Aquarius reinforces the intention to support sports through proper hydration.

The music that further emphasizes the energy and refreshing atmosphere of the visuals is Spitz’s “Misoka.” The forward-leaning band sound that evokes the image of pressing ahead, harmonized with the gentle vocals layered over it, powerfully conveys a refreshing feel.

Coca-Cola Aquarius Clear Water “Thirst · Refreshing” VersionNana Seino

Nana Seino’s physical abilities are incredible! New AQUARIUS Clear Water commercial and making-of released

The song featured in the 2017 AQUARIUS Clear Water “Thirst/Refreshing” commercial—which drew attention for starring Nina Kiyono—was RADWIMPS’ hugely popular “Saihate Aini.” Released as a single in 2017, it was also included on the 2018 album ANTI ANTI GENERATION.

Crafted as a guitar-driven rock track brimming with speed and momentum, it’s a song that lets you fully savor the exhilarating appeal that defines RADWIMPS.

Coca-Cola Aquarius ‘Kitajima vs. Everyone’ Edition

Coca-Cola Aquarius 'Kitajima vs Everyone' Kosuke Kitajima

This song, one of the most popular tracks by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, was used in a 2012 commercial featuring swimmer Kosuke Kitajima.

Skapara often brings in guest vocalists for their songs, and this time they invited Angelo Christopher Moore, the vocalist of the American band Fishbone.

His vocal delivery here has a slightly different feel from when he sings with Fishbone—more laid-back and relaxed—and it’s wonderfully pleasant to listen to.