JR Central’s commercial songs: timeless CM tunes that make you want to travel and resonate with the heart
Have you ever found yourself captivated by a JR Central (JR Tokai) commercial that happened to come on TV or the internet? Along with the travel-inspiring visuals, the music that plays in those ads tends to leave a lasting impression.
Many of you have probably wondered, “What’s the song used in that commercial?” and searched for it.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of songs featured in JR Central’s commercials.
From tracks that evoke a wave of nostalgia to tunes that lead to new discoveries, be sure to check them out!
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JR Central commercial songs: Timeless CM tracks that make you want to travel (1–10)
Let’s go see (someone).UA
People boarding the Shinkansen to head to all kinds of event venues—music concerts, comedy shows, baseball games—are shown alongside the charged atmosphere at those venues.
The commercial conveys the message that they’re not just going to a venue or a gathering; they’re going to meet someone.
It’s a lovely expression that makes you feel as if the distance between you and your favorite performer has suddenly grown much smaller.
The background music is an instrumental brass arrangement of UA’s “Ai ni Ikou” (Let’s Go Meet).
Its flowing melody really sticks in your head after just one listen.
My Favorite ThingsRichard Rodgers
This is a JR Central commercial that showcases Kyoto’s beautiful scenery and heightens the excitement of a trip to Kyoto.
The theme here is early summer in Kyoto, conveying the pleasant feeling of wind sweeping through lush greenery, accompanied by Tasuku Emoto’s narration.
Further enhancing the gentle atmosphere of the visuals is “My Favorite Things,” well known from the musical The Sound of Music.
The tempo is calm yet the performance feels light, evoking a sense of excitement for new experiences.
My Favorite ThingsNEW!
This is said to be a Kyoto, Let’s Go commercial that aired in early summer 2026.
It’s crafted to focus on early summer in Kyoto—dazzling with fresh green leaves—not just cherry blossoms or autumn foliage.
Accompanied by the message that simply strolling around becomes a superb journey, scenes of beautiful greenery, such as at Shisendo, unfold.
It’s a lovely commercial that soothes the heart just by watching.
Enhancing the calm atmosphere of the footage is “My Favorite Things.” Its buoyant rhythm and gentle timbre convey a sense of excitement.
JR Central commercial songs: Heartfelt historic CM tracks that make you want to travel (11–20)
Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro
Tatsuro Yamashita’s “Christmas Eve” is a song released in 1983 that also drew attention when it was used as the CM song for JR Tokai’s winter-defining X’mas Express campaign.
While the lyrics convey a sense of loneliness, the sound carries a certain festive air that leaves a strong impression.
Elements like the inclusion of Pachelbel’s Canon in the interlude evoke images of Christmas joy and warmth in various ways.
Eri Fukatsu appears in the commercial, and together with the comical entrance of the person being awaited, it portrays the happiness of a couple.
Let’s go see (someone).Hanaregumi
UA’s 2023 track “Aini Ikou,” created for JR Central’s “Let’s Go See Them” campaign.
In JR Central’s commercial “Let’s Go—Someone’s Waiting,” starring Yuriko Yoshitaka, a cover version of the song by Hanaregumi is featured.
The arrangement is handled by mabanua, a prolific producer of numerous songs.
The lyrics, packed with the bubbly excitement of going to meet someone you want to see, make it a perfect travel companion! You can also catch a brief moment of Yuriko Yoshitaka’s singing in the commercial—don’t miss it.
Original songsawada kaori
This is a song specially written by Kaori Sawada for JR Central’s commercial “Iza Iza Nara.” Centered on piano with overlapping strings and vocals, the warm sound evokes the joy of travel as the calm atmosphere gradually turns lighter.
It has a jazz-inspired lightness while maintaining an overall gentle feel, which is soothing.
The commercial depicts Ryohei Suzuki’s journey to Nara, and its warmth is also expressed through autumnal Nara scenery and interactions with local people.
Original songRyofu Karuma
As its name suggests, JR Central has its headquarters in Aichi Prefecture.
In the “Going to Meet in Real Life” version, an original track by rapper Ryofu Karma—who is also based in Aichi—has been used.
The rap’s lyrics center on the theme of going to meet someone you want to see, and, like other JR Central commercials, it’s crafted to warm your heart as it brings a special person to mind.