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Summary of Kirin Beer commercials. The star-studded cast and background music are also part of the appeal!

Summary of Kirin Beer commercials. The star-studded cast and background music are also part of the appeal!

Last updated:2026/1/28

Summary of Kirin Beer commercials. The star-studded cast and background music are also part of the appeal!

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Kirin Beer sells a wide range of classic beers and chu-hi drinks like Ichiban Shibori, Tanrei, and Hyoketsu.

Chances are, there are plenty of products you’re already familiar with.

In this article, we’ll introduce a whole lineup of TV commercials for Kirin Beer products that are so familiar to us.

We’ll also share details on the star-studded cast and the background music—both signature features of Kirin’s commercials.

There are lots of noteworthy ads, so take this opportunity to sit back and enjoy them again.

Compilation of Kirin Beer commercials. The star-studded cast and background music are also appealing! (1–10)

Kirin Beer Hon-Kirin “Letter: International Contest Winner” VersionNEW!Yosuke Eguchi

Honkirin Letter / International Contest Award Edition 15 seconds

This is a commercial introducing that Hon-Kirin won many awards at international contests.

At the beginning, Yosuke Eguchi pours Hon-Kirin into a glass and is shown drinking it deliciously.

Matching the footage, the narration, framed as a letter to Mr.

Eguchi, tells that it received as many as 11 awards at international contests.

It’s a commercial that clearly conveys that Hon-Kirin is a beer that’s excellent in both name and reality.

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Suntory Perfect Suntory Beer “My Way of Drinking”Masato Sakai, Koji Yamamoto, Nao

Perfect Suntory Beer “My Way of Drinking” 15-sec – Masato Sakai, Koji Yamamoto, Nao – Suntory CM

The three people enjoying beer deliciously while eating Genghis Khan (grilled mutton) at a restaurant are Masato Sakai, Koji Yamamoto, and Nao.

They’re fully enjoying their meal with the happy combination of meat, rice, and beer.

The reason they can enjoy it so much is that the beer they’re drinking has zero carbs! The BGM is “Dschinghis Khan,” in reference to the Genghis Khan dish they’re eating—a song performed by a West German group in 1978.

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Kirin Beer Tanrei Green Label GREEN JUKEBOX ‘Snow’ EditionMikako Tabe, Iyori Shimizu

Kirin Beer Tanrei Green Label GREEN JUKEBOX Snow Version 60 seconds

This commercial conveys the refreshing taste of Tanrei Green Label through a unique world: a jukebox set in nature.

When Mikako Tabe discovers the jukebox and presses the “Snow” button, the gentle singing voice of Iyori Shimizu from back number begins to play.

Even the depiction of light emerging within the calm natural setting evokes a relaxed atmosphere.

The song performed in this gentle ambiance is back number’s “Heroine.” It’s a ballad that unfolds with a soft band sound, and the soaring vocals layered on top convey an uplifting, positive mood.

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Kirin Beer Kirin Ichiban Shibori Zero Sugar “The One Who Should Rest” VersionEtsushi Toyokawa, Ayami Nakajo, Shinji Takeda

Kirin Ichiban Shibori Zero Sugar – “Time to Take a Break” version, 30 seconds

Etsushi Toyokawa is doing squats while watching a TV show featuring Shinji Takeda.

Apparently, he’s recently been overeating and is taking a break from beer.

His on-screen daughter, Ayami Ichijo, recommends Kirin Ichiban Zero Sugar to him.

The two of them drink Ichiban Zero Sugar together, emphasizing that even with zero sugar, the taste isn’t compromised.

The familiar song “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” plays as the BGM.

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Kirin Beer Killingood Ale “The much-praised deliciousness” versionHaruka Ayase, Motoki Omori, Minami Hamabe, Ryohei Suzuki

Kirin Good Ale – The much-loved deliciousness version – 15 seconds

It’s a simple commercial where the cast members drink Killin Good Ale and share their impressions of the taste.

Hearing them describe it as fruity, vibrant, and aromatic makes you think it might be a bit different from standard beers, which piques your interest.

The BGM features “GOOD DAY” by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, with vocals by Motoki Ohmori, who also appears in the ad.

The upbeat lyrics encourage a laid-back, easygoing attitude, which is really appealing.

Combined with the refreshing melody and Ohmori’s pure vocals, it’s the kind of song that’s likely to lift your spirits as you listen.

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Kirin Beer Harekaze: “On festive days, Harekaze. New Year” versionYuki Amami, Mio Imada

Harekaze: “On celebratory days, a clear breeze.” New Year edition, 60 seconds

This is a Hare Kaze commercial showing how different people spend the New Year.

It opens with Yuki Amami and Mio Imada drawing fortunes at a shrine, followed by scenes featuring an office worker, a fisherman, someone getting a haircut, a wedding, and more.

It says that a true celebratory day is one where everyone can share smiles over drinks, and many viewers likely thought, “That’s so true.”

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Kirin Beer Kirin Ice Zero Sparkling “Unprecedented Refreshment” VersionMoeka Hoshi

Kirin Ice Zero Sparkling – Unprecedented Refreshment, 15-second version

This commercial showcases the unprecedented refreshment of Kirin Ice Zero Sparkling through Moeka Hoshi’s expressions.

The “Nice to meet you!” face paint is also a key element, conveying a sense of anticipation for the experiences that await.

In the end, the refreshment is presented with a distinctive phrase, illustrating that the crisp, refreshing sensation leads not only to deliciousness but also to fun.

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