A roundup of JR Central commercials. The direction that conveys the allure of travel is captivating, and the music is also a highlight!
In addition to the Tokaido Shinkansen connecting Tokyo and Osaka, JR Central operates conventional railway lines in the Tokai region.
Many of you have probably used the Tokaido Shinkansen at some point, haven’t you?
JR Central’s commercials, many of which feature the Shinkansen, are actively broadcast.
In this article, we’ll introduce all of JR Central’s commercials that have aired so far.
The highlights are the commercials that capture the joy of travel, and we encourage you to pay attention to the music as you watch.
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JR Central commercials roundup: captivating presentations that convey the allure of travel, with music that deserves attention! (31–40)
JR Central (JR Tokai) — Yes, let’s go to Kyoto. Spring 2022 “Kyoto in Bloom” edition.
This is a promotional commercial for the “Kyoto in Bloom” campaign, set in springtime Kyoto and aired in the spring of 2022.
The campaign focuses on flowers blooming in Kyoto in spring beyond just cherry blossoms, highlighting attractions you may not have known before.
Many viewers were likely captivated by the graceful, beautiful imagery.
JR Central: So, Let’s Go to Kyoto. Autumn 2022 “Kyoto of Light” Edition
This is the announcement commercial for the 2022 autumn edition of Hikari no Kyoto, an event where temples and shrines in Kyoto are illuminated.
The footage from Anshoji, Nagaoka Tenmangu, Iwashimizu Hachimangu, Kenninji, Tenryuji, and Ninnaji is all incredibly beautiful, isn’t it? As part of JR Central’s “Yes, Kyoto, Let’s Go” tourism campaign, this event’s commercial alone captivates you with its enchanting, dreamlike atmosphere.
JR Central: Yes, let’s go to Kyoto. Autumn 2022 “Takao” edition
This is a 2022 commercial that introduces autumn in Kyoto, narrated by Tasuku Emoto.
Titled the “Takao” edition, it showcases the autumn foliage at temples and shrines in the Takao area, including Jingo-ji, Kozan-ji, and Saimyo-ji.
The breathtakingly beautiful and evocative visuals make you feel like you want to go there and see it with your own eyes.
JR Central: “To Everyone We Want to See” (Version)Kento Kaku
The 2023 Christmas season JR Central commercial, “To Everyone You Want to See.” It begins with Kento Kaku boarding the Shinkansen as snow flutters down, and is packed with moving everyday reunion scenes of people meeting the ones they want to see at Christmas and year’s end.
The CM song is “Ai ni Ikou” (Let’s Go See Each Other) sung by UA, and this track really tugs at the heartstrings.
JR Central: “Going to see someone changes today.”
Kento Kaku, who appears in the ad, even handles the vocals for the commercial song! The track “Ai ni Ikou,” used in JR Tokai commercials like the “Going to see someone will change your today” series.
As the title suggests, the lyrics beautifully capture the excitement of “going to see someone who’s far away.” If you often travel for work or love journeys, you might especially relate.
The song’s vibe pairs perfectly with Kaku’s free and expansive vocals.
There’s also a version sung by the artist UA, so be sure to check that out!
JR Central CM roundup: Captivating presentations that convey the allure of travel, with music worth noting! (41–50)
JR Central ‘Yes, let’s go to Kyoto.’ 2019 Spring Spring Dawn/Sunrise Version 30 seconds
“My Favorite Things,” a song from the musical The Sound of Music, is not only featured in the show but also known as a jazz standard.
In this JR Central “Yes, let’s go to Kyoto” commercial, you can enjoy an arrangement by Tokyo Shiokouji.
It perfectly captures the atmosphere of a Kyoto morning.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced many JR Central commercials, both old and new. They range from the latest spots to the famous ads that featured Tatsuro Yamashita’s classic Christmas Eve. Many of them are compelling for their moving storylines, so take this opportunity to revisit JR Central’s commercials.