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

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

[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 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 ZERO “A Slightly Better Me, Expanding” VersionJoe Odagiri

Coca-Cola Aquarius Zero “Expanding, a slightly better me” Odagiri Joe

The classical masterpiece Orpheus in the Underworld (Infernal Galop) was the music used in the 2012 Aquarius Zero commercial featuring Joe Odagiri, titled “Spreading, a Slightly Better Me.” Even if the title doesn’t ring a bell, once you hear a bit of it, you’ll probably go, “Ah, that one!” Yes, it’s the classic track often used as background music for footraces at school sports days.

The commercial also shows him choosing to walk to work instead of taking a bus or taxi, making it a perfect song for scenes that get you moving!

Coca-Cola AQUARIUS SPARKLING LEMON “Sparkling Lemon Keisuke Honda” versionKeisuke Honda

[Aquarius] “Sparkling Lemon Keisuke Honda” Version

The artist who handled the CM song for AQUARIUS SPARKLING LEMON aired in 2012, featuring Keisuke Honda, was KenKen—active both as the bassist of the rock band RIZE and as a solo musician.

If you’re a bass enthusiast or a fan of his playing, you might have recognized it as his performance just from the sound at the time! No surprise there: the original song used in this commercial prominently features slap bass overflowing with his signature style, and not only the bass but the drums were also performed by KenKen.

Coca-Cola Aquarius Vitamin Guard “Enjoy Winter” VersionSaki Aibu

This commercial conveys how the various ingredients packed into Aquarius Vitamin Guard help you get through the winter, told through scenes of Saki Aibu enjoying the season.

It clearly explains how it contributes to maintaining health, and you can feel the momentum not only in the actors’ movements but also in the on-screen text.

Emphasizing that dynamic imagery even further—and adding a refreshing touch—is the song “Uruwashiki Hito” by Ikimono-gakari.

With a band sound that’s both energetic and gentle, layered with a resounding vocal, it expresses warmth and freshness.

A roundup of Aquarius commercials. The appeal lies in the direction that conveys an active image! (21–30)

Coca-Cola Aquarius “Blue Monster: Matsuzaka” Version

Blue Monster Matsuzaka: Aquarius Heroes (Part 1)

In this commercial, Daisuke Matsuzaka appears in animation as an Aquarius Hero, depicting in a unique world view the idea that hydration gives you power.

The visuals are animated to boldly express baseball, and by featuring Aquarius amid the heat and momentum, they highlight the drink’s refreshing quality.

Further emphasizing the boldness and fun vibe of the footage is Unicorn’s song “WAO!” Its sound and vocals convey a buoyant, light, and playful feel while clearly delivering positive emotions.