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Lovely commercial jingle

Kao’s commercial song. A popular jingle.

Kao is a major manufacturer that handles a wide range of products, including detergents, shampoos, and skincare items.

Their commercials convey a refined corporate image, evoking a fresh, warm feeling—just watching them can be soothing, can’t it?

In this article, we introduce the songs featured in Kao’s commercials!

We’ve gathered a wide selection, from the latest to slightly older ones.

If you’ve ever wondered, “What was the song from that commercial with that actress?” this article might answer your question!

Find the Kao CM songs you’ve been curious about and add them to your playlist.

Kao commercial songs: Popular TV commercial tracks (1–10)

NIVEA

I want to protect you ~magic of a touch~kurisu haato

Chris Hart – I Want to Protect You ~magic of a touch~
I want to protect you ~magic of a touch~kurisu haato

A song included on Chris Hart’s first original album, “Song for You,” released in 2014.

It was featured as the NIVEA Kao original commercial song and reached No.

7 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It’s a soothing track that heals you with Chris Hart’s gentle, soaring vocals.

FLAIR Fragrance “Together with the Scent” (version)

RhythmBiSH

BiSH / Rhythm [NEW HATEFUL KiND TOUR] @ NHK Hall
RhythmBiSH

This is the sixth major-label single by BiSH, a six-member girls’ group that calls itself a “Brand-new idol SHiT,” meaning “Shinsei Kuso Idol” (New Crap Idol), and performs as a punk band without instruments.

Released as a double A-side together with “KiND PEOPLE,” the track was also used in Kao FLAIR Fragrance’s “With Fragrance” commercial.

It drew attention as the first song composed by members of the group.

Many listeners likely felt their boundless talent and sensibility that defy the boundaries of an idol group, with lyrics and melodies that truly resonate.

Lyrical yet powerful vocals and superb arrangements make this a number that showcases a new side of BiSH.

Sofina Primavista “Spring 2021 New Primer”

BeautifulSuperfly

Superfly『Beautiful』Music Video
BeautifulSuperfly

This hit song was used in the commercial for Sofina Primavista’s “Spring 2021 New Primer” and also as a TV drama theme song.

It’s a track by the music unit Superfly, included on their fifth album, WHITE, released in 2015.

The lyrics feel like they’re cheering you on, and they really lift your spirits.

And Shiho Ochi’s soulful vocals are so pleasant to listen to.

It’s a positive song that makes you think, “I want to live like this too.” Definitely give it a listen.

Kao’s commercial songs: Popular CM tracks (11–20)

FLAIR Fragrance “At-Home Time” Version

Grab the airmilet

milet “Grab the air” (Kao “Flare Fragrance” commercial song) Produced by Kamikaze Boy (MAN WITH A MISSION)
Grab the airmilet

Songs by milet, who began her full-fledged career as a singer-songwriter in 2018, are being used in the Flare Fragrance commercial.

“Grab the air” is a track defined by a piercing sense of exhilaration, and it’s a song that overturns the image of milet as a singer who mainly performs more serene numbers.

In fact, this song was provided by Kamikaze Boy of the rock band MAN WITH A MISSION.

It’s a catchy, electronic piece, yet you can feel rock elements woven throughout.

FLAIR Fragrance “The Morning Freshness Lasts” Version

One Touchmilet

milet 'One Touch' MUSIC VIDEO (Kao 'Flair Fragrance' commercial song)
One Touchmilet

The song playing in the Flair Fragrance commercial featuring Satomi Ishihara is “One Touch” by the singer-songwriter milet.

It’s a refreshing track that perfectly matches the mood of the ad, and listening to it makes you feel energized.

Speaking of milet’s vocal appeal, as you can hear in this song, she has a richly resonant mid-to-low range.

Her voice sounds like that of a seasoned overseas singer—surely many people love it.

Attack ZERO: A Normal Day

the same storyHanbaato Hanbaato

The Same Story – Humbert Humbert
the same storyHanbaato Hanbaato

The Attack ZERO commercial series became a hot topic for featuring popular actors like Masaki Suda and Tori Matsuzaka.

Among them, the “A Normal Day” edition drew attention for its lovely background music.

The song used in the commercial is Onaji Hanashi by Humbert Humbert, a husband-and-wife duo.

The simple acoustic guitar accompaniment and the unadorned vocals of the two are truly wonderful.

The lyrics, which feel like a meandering conversation between the pair, may seem ordinary, but they’re warmly moving and quietly sink into the heart.

Kuyukyu Pump: Clear Disinfection (Revised Version)

Seize the SkyHirai Dai

This song is included on the 2019 album THE GIFT.

It’s a surf-style track that highlights the ukulele and acoustic guitar—hallmarks of Dai Hirai’s sound.

The lyrics, another beloved aspect of Hirai’s music, feel gentle and comforting.

They encourage you to pursue what you love and cheer everyone on to move toward a beautiful future together, conveying a warm and uplifting message.