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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, which convey a sophisticated corporate image with a refreshing and warm feel, are pleasant to watch on their own.

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

We’ve gathered a wide selection, from the latest to those from a little while back.

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

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

Kao’s commercial songs: Popular commercial songs (41–50)

Kao Merit: “Our family uses Merit. Gentle strokes for spring.”

Original songmiyazon

It addresses the fact that even with adorable children, there are times when odor becomes a concern and parents worry about whether they’re washing properly.

With Merit, it’s gentle on the scalp and can clean thoroughly even with a light touch—something that’s also conveyed through the expressions of Shunsuke Kazama and Kumiko Aso.

The parents’ concerns are further expressed through Miyazon’s original song performed as a piano-and-vocal piece.

His bright singing voice, which matches the light, airy piano tones, is striking and conveys a positive feeling, as if those worries are being resolved.

Kao’s commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (51–60)

Kao Merit 1988

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Kao Merit Shopping Edition Yuriko Ishida 1988
saakasu

This commercial promotes the benefits of achieving fresh, beautiful hair through the presence of Yuriko Ishida.

The way the product thoroughly removes dirt and transforms hair to a radiant shine comes across clearly in the shopping scene, where her hair gleams.

The refreshing atmosphere of her smiling and letting her hair flow is accentuated by the song from Circus.

The overall emphasis on smiling is also an important point, giving the impression that positive emotions are being expressed.

Kao Biore u Automatic Foaming Hand Soap

Original songShūtānegi

This is a commercial for Biore u hand soap featuring baseball player Lars Nootbaar—well known for his performance with Japan in the 2023 WBC—appearing together with his parent.

It clearly shows various people washing their hands, and the smiles on their faces convey the joy of getting their hands clean.

Further highlighting the relaxed, cheerful atmosphere of the footage is the music by Shuta Negi.

The melody, layered with whistle-like tones, supported by gentle acoustic sounds, warmly captures the feeling the ad aims to express.

Kao Biore Perfect Oil 2006

Original songKurahashi Yoeko

[Yoeko Kurahashi] KAO Bioré Perfect Oil Commercial (Yoeko Kurahashi commercial – KAO Bioré Perfect Oil) 2006
Original songKurahashi Yoeko

This commercial introduces Biore Perfect Oil, with the key point being that you can use it in the bath, presented through a distinctive song.

Because we emphasize makeup in every aspect of daily life, it tends to be hard to remove—but the ad conveys that with Perfect Oil, it comes off easily.

While boasting high effectiveness, it’s also gentle on the skin, a quality underscored by Yoeko Kurahashi’s vocals.

The way her singing alone rings out is striking, and the simple composition makes it feel like a hummed tune in the bathroom.

Kao Biore UV Aqua Rich Light-Diffusing UV “I Diffuse Light” Version

Original songYamashita Hiroaki

Fumi Nikaido’s skin is so flawless it diffuses light!? Biore UV “Light-Diffusing UV” CM making-of
Original songYamashita Hiroaki

This commercial features Fumi Nikaido conveying the feel of Biore UV, which gives your skin a light-diffusing, radiant finish.

It clearly depicts everything from the scene of applying it to the skin to feeling its effects outdoors, and through her expressions—surprise and a bright, refreshed look—you can sense the joy of experiencing the results.

Amplifying that sunlit, radiant atmosphere is Hiroaki Yamashita’s music.

With a brass-centered, glamorous sound, the powerful tones spreading outward convey a positive emotion, as if leaping into a brighter place.

Kao Merit

Original songHasegawa Ayumu

Kao Merit 'My Daughter’s Remark' Makiko Esumi, Chiriko Sakashita
Original songHasegawa Ayumu

This commercial promotes the idea that Merit can solve various hair concerns such as dryness and stickiness.

After her daughter points out issues with her hair, Chiriko Sakashita consults with Makiko Esumi and Mayuko Takada about her worries, and learns that Merit is a good solution.

The smiles they show after using Merit convey that their concerns have been thoroughly resolved.

Hasegawa Ayumu’s sound logo effectively emphasizes the benefits of Merit.

Kao Merit PYUAN “Keeps Going into the Evening” Version

Original songTakagi Masakatsu

Kao Merit Pyuan “Lasts Till Evening” CM starring Ayami Nakajo
Original songTakagi Masakatsu

This commercial conveys, through Ayami Nakajo’s movements and narration, that using Merit Pyuan keeps your hair beautiful for a long time.

She cheerfully shares an experience of feeling at ease when someone touched her hair because it had stayed well-maintained.

The music by Masakatsu Takagi further highlights these fond memories depicted on screen.

With a bright, march-like feel, the track exudes a sense of confidence, as if moving forward with strong, determined steps.