JR’s CM song roundup, including SKISKI and more
When it comes to JR commercials, there are all kinds: ones that showcase beautiful footage of tourist spots around Japan, ones that capture trains in motion, and of course the classic “JR SKISKI” series that appears every winter!
These commercials use music that perfectly matches their imagery—gentle tracks that highlight the beauty of the visuals, or upbeat tunes that convey the exhilarating speed of a train.
Many of the songs featured in the “JR SKISKI” series go on to become beloved winter staples, so there are quite a few standout CM tracks.
In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been used in JR commercials so far.
You’re sure to find those buzzworthy tracks or the ones you heard in a CM and couldn’t get out of your head.
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[SKISKI and more] JR Commercial Songs Compilation (61–70)
Original songs (Winter is a Reward, Winter is the Reward, Winter’s Reward, Let’s Go Tohoku, Winter’s Reward)Matsuoka Mayu
This commercial features actress Mayu Matsuoka embarking on a Tohoku trip with two other women.
The visuals beautifully capture the rich allure of Tohoku’s nature.
The music is an original track for the ad, and the clear, airy female vocals pair wonderfully with the snowy scenery.
It even makes you think, maybe I’ll go to Tokyo this winter.
COME ON！Saitō Kazuyoshi
It was released in 2009 as Kazuyoshi Saito’s 37th single.
It was issued as the lead single from the album “Tsuki ga Noboreba” (When the Moon Rises), and in 2011 it was also used as the campaign commercial song for JR East’s “Let’s Go, Tohoku” marking the first anniversary of the full opening of the Tohoku Shinkansen line.
240 Million EyesGō Hiromi
Released in 1984 as Hiromi Go’s landmark 50th single.
The song was chosen as the campaign song for “Exotic Japan,” the final campaign by the Japanese National Railways (JNR), the predecessor of the JR Group.
It has become one of Hiromi Go’s signature songs.
We are!kitadani hiroshi
This commercial portrays the desire for people to enjoy traveling on JR West’s Sanyo Shinkansen, overlapping that feeling with characters from the anime ONE PIECE.
It also introduces the specially designed trains featuring the characters, further heightening the excitement as if setting off on an adventure.
Enhancing the freshness and exhilaration expressed in the visuals is We Are! by Hiroshi Kitadani, well known as an anime opening theme.
The song is memorable for its blend of bright, uplifting sound and powerful vocals, and its lyrics—evoking bonds between friends—also help conjure the thrill of adventure.
Tears aren’t just for show.
This is a promotional commercial for JQ CARD, a credit card offered by the JR Kyushu Group.
In the commercial, the appeal of JQ CARD is showcased to a parody of Akina Nakamori’s signature song “Kazari Janai no yo Namida wa.” It features Aoi Yamada—who is also active as a dancer and model—delivering a striking dance performance in sync with the music.
Galaxy Express 999
This is a commercial by JR East introducing trips from Tokyo to Tohoku and from Tohoku to Tokyo.
In the “To Tohoku” version, a woman living in Tokyo heads to Tohoku, while in the “To Tokyo” version, a man living in Tohoku spends time in Tokyo.
Each of them enjoys experiences unique to the place they’re visiting.
The brief line spoken at the end of each video captures the essence of travel, so be sure to watch to the end.
The background music is Galaxy Express 999.
While the anime used versions sung by Isao Sasaki and Godiego, this commercial features the original choral version.
It’s an arrangement that perfectly matches the commercial’s unpretentious vibe.
WatatsumiCHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN
In this commercial, cherry blossom scenes from each prefecture in the Tohoku region are introduced.
The cherry blossoms in every prefecture are beautiful, and the footage is so captivating it’s hard to look away.
The background music is “Watatsumi,” a track by the buzzworthy band CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN.
Their unique sound blends Cuban music with electronic elements, and this song immediately grabs your ear with an oriental-sounding phrase in the intro, followed by airy, floating vocals that leave a strong impression.