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Complete collection of car commercials and commercial songs. A comprehensive showcase of CM/ads and CM songs for domestic and foreign car brands.

When you watch TV, you probably see a lot of commercials, and among them, car commercials are especially frequent, aren’t they?

That’s no surprise—there are eight manufacturers whose ads are commonly seen in Japan, and when you add overseas brands to the mix, it’s only natural that you’ll come across car commercials often.

What’s more, each manufacturer chooses music that perfectly fits their commercials, and each of those songs often becomes a hot topic with people asking, “Whose song is that?”

In this article, we’ll introduce those buzzworthy car maker commercials along with the songs featured in them.

You’re likely to find a commercial you happened to see—or a catchy song you heard in one of them.

Let’s dive right in.

Toyota (1–10)

TOYOTA COROLLA TOURING × Yosuke Sugino produced by FINEBOYS

Done with California (feat. Victor Lundberg)Birgersson Lundberg

A commercial that looks back on Yosuke Sugino’s accumulating career while finding common ground with the Corolla Touring.

With “evolution” as the shared keyword, it conveys that the accumulation of experience and a drive to improve are essential for taking the next step.

The song that heightens Sugino’s refreshing presence and the bright, open atmosphere of the visuals is “Done with California (feat.

Victor Lundberg).” Its light sound vividly evokes the joys of everyday life, while the expansive vocals strongly suggest a sense of reaching outward and an ambition to grow.

Corolla Cross: Racing Through Individuality (Yamaguchi Rei Version)

TokimekiVaundy

TOYOTA Corolla Cross TV commercial 30s Run Through Your Individuality Tetsu Yamaguchi Version 2022.4~

Tokimeki, which was tied up with the Corolla Cross commercial, is a 2021 track written specifically by Vaundy, an artist known for his refined taste and musicality.

It’s a pleasantly driving number with a beat crafted to balance a sense of speed and calm.

The sparkling, bouncing sound is downright uplifting! Vaundy’s unique worldview and effervescent pop sensibility make it a perfect song for outings, offering just the right sense of closeness.

TOYOTA HARRIER “Pioneering the Future” Edition

for the artSulene

[HARRIER] TV Commercial 'Pioneering the Future' 30-Second Version

In Toyota’s SUV Harrier commercial, “Pioneering the Future,” the Harrier racing through the clouds is captured in a striking, cool style.

Just watching this ad alone is enough to spark the desire to own one among car enthusiasts who think, “I want to drive a Harrier!” The BGM features Sleen’s “for the art,” perfectly matching the sleek visuals.

From its aggressive beats to its surging electronic sound and heavily effected vocal work, it’s a track packed with highlights.

YARIS CROSS “CROSS for” Version

Moon BowlSakanakushon

Sakanaction / Moon Bowl -Music Live Video-
Moon BowlSakanakushon
TOYOTA YARIS CROSS CM 'CROSS for' Version 15 Seconds

In the highly anticipated commercial for Toyota’s compact SUV, the Yaris Cross, the “CROSS for” version has been airing since September 2020.

The song featured in this ad is by Sakanaction.

When the commercial first began airing, the only information released was that Sakanaction was in charge of the music, sparking widespread curiosity about the details.

However, at the time, everything beyond the portion used in the CM was still in production, and even the title hadn’t been decided.

With the phrase “Kininari Dance,” which somehow gets stuck in your head, it’s a catchy and danceable track that’s quintessentially them.

TOYOTA Yaris Series: “Dance With Yaris”

MONKEY MAGICtofubeats × UA

This is a commercial for the Yaris lineup, which spans a wide range from city-friendly compact cars to crossover SUVs and even sports models.

The stylish visuals highlighting the appeal of each variant are especially captivating.

The background music features a cover of “MONKEY MAGIC” by tofubeats and UA.

Nissan (1–10)

Nissan Sakura: “The kei car that became an electric vehicle”

A Place for the Soulmakaroni enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu “Place for the Soul” MV
A Place for the Soulmakaroni enpitsu
NISSAN SAKURA Nissan Sakura Commercial “The Kei Car That Became an Electric Vehicle” 30 seconds

The Nissan Sakura “The Kei Car That Became an EV” commercial is striking, with cherry blossoms swirling as the electric vehicle drives by.

The refreshing ad, featuring a car zipping through the city, uses the song “Tamaushi no Ibasho” (“Where the Soul Belongs”).

It was created in 2022 by the rock band Macaroni Empitsu, known for their popular songs about life and love.

The bright, mid-tempo band sound leaves a strong impression.

Hattori’s emotional vocals deliver a message that is both heartrending and warm, resonating deeply.

It’s a moving track that portrays human connection.

Nissan '90 Years of Nissan Technology' Version

Highermilet

milet “Higher” Lyric Teaser (Nissan Motor 90th Anniversary CM Song)
Highermilet
NISSAN CM '90 Years of Nissan Technology' 30 seconds

Did you know Nissan celebrated its 90th anniversary in 2023? The “Nissan Technology 90th Anniversary” segment conveys the company’s long history and passion.

In the background, “Higher” sung by milet is playing.

Her powerful vocals heighten the sense of anticipation for new challenges.