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Whose Song Is It? Popular JRA Commercial Track: Historic Horse Racing CM Songs [2026]

Haven’t a lot of you seen JRA’s horse racing commercials while watching TV?

From fun spots featuring popular actors enjoying a day at the racetrack to sleek ads that stylishly portray racehorses, there are so many eye-catching ones!

On top of that, the songs used in these commercials are great too, ranging widely from upbeat tracks that match each video’s vibe to cool rock tunes.

In this article, we’ll introduce lots of those JRA CM songs!

If there’s a song that makes you think, “Whose track is this?” be sure to look for it in the article.

From superstar artists to rock bands, it’s a lineup you won’t want to miss!

Whose Song Is It? Popular JRA Commercial Tracks: Historic Horse Racing CM Songs [2026] (81–90)

JRA “Umajo no Hi 2” Version

HOLIDAYSKimura Kaera

Kaela Kimura – “HOLIDAYS” music video short ver.
HOLIDAYSKimura Kaera
Mitsuki Takahata & Tao Tsuchiya Star in JRA “UMAJO” 30-Second Commercial

This commercial portrays Mitsuki Takahata and Tao Tsuchiya enjoying a day at the racetrack, clearly conveying that it’s a place anyone can have fun.

As beginners, the two struggle with how to buy betting tickets, and their lighthearted back-and-forth—including a few misunderstandings—highlights the casual, enjoyable atmosphere even more.

Emphasizing that relaxed vibe is Kaela Kimura’s song “HOLIDAYS.” Its buoyant lyrics, which almost mimic sound effects, are memorable and effectively convey a positive mood.

JRA “Umajo Day 3” / “Umajo Day 4”

HOLIDAYSKimura Kaera

Kaela Kimura – “HOLIDAYS” music video short ver.
HOLIDAYSKimura Kaera
Amanojaku Inter appear as Mitsuki Takahata’s “cousins” in new TV commercials and web videos for UMAJO, a campaign for women who love horse racing

It’s about Mitsuki Takahata and Tao Tsuchiya, who are enjoying horse racing as beginners, receiving advice from the experienced duo Amagami Inter.

The advice focuses mostly on feelings rather than being pushy, conveying a wish for them to enjoy horse racing casually and comfortably.

The song playing in this cheerful drama is Kaela Kimura’s “HOLIDAYS.” With its light sound and layered, buoyant vocals that even evoke playful sound effects, it gently conveys relaxation and fun.

JRA HERO IS COMING. “The HERO is waiting” Version

HeroAmuro Namie

Horses each have their own running style, and which style people find appealing differs from person to person.

This commercial focuses on the many forms shown by the heroes who have made history, while also expressing hopes for the kinds of heroes we want to see in the future.

In it, Masami Nagasawa, Ai Mikami, and Kuranosuke Sasaki talk about the running styles they’ve found captivating, and archival footage and live commentary clearly convey each horse’s individuality.

It’s a piece that not only celebrates the heroes we remember, but also carries expectations for the heroes yet to come, leaving you with a sense of hope for the future.

JRA HERO IS COMING. “Hit the HERO!” version

HeroAmuro Namie

Speaking of summer racing, it’s the season when you can feel new heroes emerging, starting with the maiden races, and the anticipation builds for how things will unfold from here.

This commercial showcases the unique appeal of summer racing—different from the G1 season—through an exchange between Masami Nagasawa and Ai Mikami.

It features the two playing with a deck of cards illustrated with famous horses who made their presence felt from the moment they debuted, and the rapid-fire commentary conveys how excited they are for summer racing.

Thanks to the brisk pace of the narration, the suspense of the game, and other highlights sprinkled throughout, the fun of this season really comes through.

JRA HERO IS COMING. “At Last, the Spring GⅠ” Edition

HeroAmuro Namie

JRA CM "HERO IS COMING. Spring GⅠ is finally here" 15 seconds

This is a commercial that conveys the excitement of the spring G1 season kicking off, not only from the perspective of spectators but also by capturing and highlighting the feelings of those who are taking on the challenge.

The storyline has Kuranosuke Sasaki conveying to Masami Nagasawa and Ai Miura—who are getting pumped up as spectators—that the horses competing are fired up as well.

Spring G1 naturally draws attention to the Classics, and you can clearly sense the anticipation of what kind of heroes will emerge through the expressions of the cast.

Finally, the CM introduces the race that’s coming up right when the spot airs—the Oka Sho, which can be considered the opening of the Classics—tying back to the earlier content and effectively building excitement.

JRA HERO IS COMING. “Legendary Duo HERO” Version

HeroAmuro Namie

Horses and jockeys sometimes have chemistry, and when they achieve great results together, their names are remembered as a legendary duo.

This commercial portrays what such a duo is like, showing the beauty of a relationship where both elevate each other.

The one who starts talking about legendary duos is Kuranosuke Sasaki, and through his words, Ai Miura comes to realize how important such partnerships are.

Meanwhile, Masami Nagasawa stubbornly insists it’s like katsu curry, and the confused expressions of the other two add a comedic touch.

Whose Song Is It? Popular JRA Commercial Tracks. Historic Horse Racing CM Songs [2026] (91–100)

JRA HERO IS COMING. “Marching Band” Version

HeroAmuro Namie

This is a promotional commercial for the Arima Kinen, a race in which the participating horses are decided by fan voting.

It highlights the appeal of this special race that carries the fans’ hopes.

The familiar song “Hero” is used as the BGM, but in this commercial, a marching band rendition has been chosen.

The unique feel of a marching performance further enhances the song’s inherent grandeur.