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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[Including SKISKI] Summary of JR’s Commercial Songs (31–40)
I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka
It was released in 1991 as Yutaka Ozaki’s 11th single.
Even after his death, this classic has been covered and passed down by many artists.
It has been featured in numerous commercials, and in 1991 it was also used as the CM song for JR Tokai’s “Fight! Express.”
If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi
It was released in 1974 as Yumi Arai’s third single.
The arrangements differ between the single and the album, and the album version was used as the ending theme song for the film Kiki’s Delivery Service.
In 2005, it was featured in JR East’s “Suica Campaign” commercial, the “Suica and Me” edition.
My Way (Arrangement)NOT WONK
“My Way,” featured in JR East’s 2018 commercial “History of Transformation,” is a version arranged by NOT WONK, a rock band from Hokkaido, of Frank Sinatra’s signature song.
Departing from the original’s relaxed, majestic feel, this take is crafted with a stylish, cool, urban vibe.
Its refreshing sound, brimming with excitement and a sense of speed, is sure to make you think, “All right, let’s head out now!”
Can’t Stop Fallin’ in Loveglobe
This is globe’s seventh single, released in 1996.
Tetsuya Komuro wrote and composed the song.
It sold over 1.3 million copies and has become one of globe’s signature tracks.
It was used as the campaign song for JR East’s “JR ski ski.”
Breezy Temptation (cover)Itō Ran
Ran Ito’s rendition of “Soyokaze no Yuuwaku” is a cover of Olivia Newton-John’s iconic 70s hit “Have You Never Been Mellow,” and it was featured in JR West’s “Otonabi” TV commercial! Even if you don’t know the title, you’ve probably heard it somewhere at least once.
The fresh, mellow vocals are striking, and Ran Ito’s version preserves the feel of the original while adding a cute, heart-lifting charm.
The fact that she also performed it as part of Candies makes it all the more emotional and irresistible… It’s truly wonderful, isn’t it?
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Matcha LatteAves
Aves’s “Matcha Latte” is a gentle piece in which guitar and piano weave a beautiful melody.
The sound has an overall floating quality, and the tones resonate beautifully, quietly calming the heart.
The title “Matcha Latte” is also striking, effectively conveying a sense of relaxation through its theme.
The commercial is themed around an autumn trip to Iwate, expressing what sights await in Iwate in the fall, interwoven with the smiles of the journey.
A local mascot character also appears, conveying a vivid sense of excitement for a trip to Iwate.
Shine with USixTONES
This commercial showcases how JR East’s Tohoku Shinkansen supports enjoyable journeys, as portrayed through SixTONES.
The direction is striking, with a scene moving from underground to above ground where the light comes into view, positively expressing the moment of setting off on a trip.
The sight of the Shinkansen racing through vast landscapes is another highlight, conveying the excitement of departing for new places.
Further heightening that sense of anticipation is SixTONES’ song “Shine with U.” Its brilliant sound and lively vocals leave a strong impression, evoking expansive scenery and a forward-looking feeling.