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Songs from Kampo Seimei’s commercials: a collection of familiar classics

Songs from Kampo Seimei’s commercials: a collection of familiar classics
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Have you ever seen the commercials for Japan Post Insurance (Kampo Seimei), which is well known as a life insurance company? You may have noticed that popular actresses appear in them, and you often see V6’s Yoshihiko Inohara as well, don’t you? In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been featured in Kampo Seimei’s commercials.

Along with tie-in tracks by popular artists, we’ll also cover classical pieces and original music created for the ads, so if you’re looking for a song that caught your ear while watching the commercials, be sure to check it out.

Kanpo Life’s commercial songs: familiar classic tunes (1–10)

Life is full of dreams. ‘That’s life—my life.’

Life is full of dreams.Takahata Mitsuki

In the commercial featuring Mitsuki Takahata, “Life Is Full of Dreams: ‘That’s Life, My Life’,” Takahata herself showcases her singing voice.

The song she sings is “Jinsei wa Yumedarake” (Life Is Full of Dreams), written and composed by Sheena Ringo.

It’s included on Sheena Ringo’s 2017 album “Gyakuyunyuu: Koukuukyoku,” which features her self-covers of songs she originally provided to various artists.

The lyrics, crafted with Sheena’s distinctive word choices, convey the idea that no matter what kind of life it is, it’s my life—so I should live freely.

When sung with Takahata’s clear, expansive voice, it makes you feel as though life is growing ever more vibrant!

Japan Post Insurance: “Three-Colored Birds – Kampo-san’s After-Sales Follow-Up” (edition)

ChopsticksTakumadrops

Chopsticks – Arthur de Lulli
ChopsticksTakumadrops

This commercial introduces how Kanpo Life Insurance values after-sales service, portrayed through the appearances of Hayato Isomura and Nanoka Hara, who play Kanpo Life Insurance sales representatives.

In this spot, Isomura plays the senior employee and Hara the junior, and the phrase “standing by our customers,” spoken in their conversation, gives a reassuring feeling.

The BGM is an arrangement of the piece “Chopsticks,” published in 1877 by British composer Euphemia Allen.

It is performed by Takumadrops, a jazz pianist who is also active as a singer-songwriter.

With a more relaxed tempo than the original and a jazz-like arrangement, it’s a very easy-to-listen performance.

100-Year Life. Yorisou Kanpo: “Standing by that love” / “Standing by that life.”

Red River ValleyLUCA

In the Kanpo Life Insurance “Standing by Your Love” commercial from the ‘100-year life’ campaign, the American folk song Red River Valley is featured.

The singer is LUCA, a singer-songwriter from California who is active not only in music but also as a narrator for commercials and planetariums.

The lyrics portray the poignant feelings of a Native American who fell in love with a white person during the days of the Western frontier.

When LUCA’s gentle voice delivers the song, you can almost picture the lovestruck Native American before your eyes.

Kampo Life: “Let’s get moving more, with Radio Taiso.”

Radio Calisthenics SongHaramichan

Harami-chan, a pianist drawing attention for her exceptional technique.

She’s appearing in and sparking buzz with Kampo Life Insurance’s commercial, “Let’s Move More with Radio Calisthenics.” In it, many people get moving to the Radio Calisthenics music performed by Harami-chan.

The highlight is how she arranges the universally known Radio Calisthenics tune into her own signature sound.

The poppy arrangement is irresistibly catchy.

It’s also great that we get to see her performance up close.

Life is full of dreams. “The Future of This Country Seen by Children” Edition

Original songMatsuji Baku

Mitsuki Takahata transforms from girl to adult — Japan Post Insurance corporate ad: 'The Future of This Country Seen by Children'
Original songMatsuji Baku

The “Life Is Full of Dreams: ‘The Future of This Country as Seen by Children’” edition features an original song written specifically for the commercial.

The composer is Taku Matsushima, a composer and musician known for creating numerous C-songs.

As the commercial shows Mitsuki Takahata and others imagining their own bright futures, a vivid, glamorous melody flows, coloring life itself.

The tune overflows with the excitement and thrill of parade or show music, stirring a spirit of adventure.

Life is full of dreams. 'Dream Flight' edition

Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – Future Prediction Map II ~VERSION '07~ (from Live from DWL 2015 Live Ver.)
Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE is a band known for its solid musicianship and funk-based sound.

Their signature song “Mirai Yosouzu II — VERSION ’07 —” was used in the commercial series ‘Life Is Full of Dreams,’ in the “Dream Flight” episode.

While its straightforward, piercing lyrics are memorable, the technical skill of the backing band and the beauty of the melody line are also key parts of their appeal.

Beloved by many, this song is filled with a gentle warmth that offers hints for living—not only to those troubled by love, but to anyone navigating life.

Kampo Connected Peace-of-Mind Initiative: “Kampo Connected Peace-of-Mind Initiative — Making Peace of Mind Certain.”

If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands

Everyone remembers singing “If You’re Happy and You Know It” from a young age.

In Japan, it became a big hit in 1964 when Kyu Sakamoto sang it as a pop song, but the original is said to be the American folk song “If You’re Happy and You Know It.” Just like in Japanese, the English version has you move your hands and feet and make sounds, so it’s perfect to sing to little kids who are just starting to understand words.

It’s also often used in English lessons—a happy song loved by people of all ages.