Summary of Kirin Beer commercials. The star-studded cast and background music are also part of the appeal!
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.
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Compilation of Kirin Beer commercials. The star-studded cast and background music are also appealing! (1–10)
Kirin Beer Harekaze: “A Day of Celebration, Harekaze. Year-end” version / “The Person Who Praises You” versionTeruyoshi Uchimura, Ren Meguro
This commercial showcases, through the appearances of Teruyoshi Uchimura and Ren Meguro, how the refreshing taste of Kirin Harekaze is perfect for enriching everyday life.
As Uchimura and Meguro look back on the past year, their smiles and conversation, paired with enjoying Harekaze, convey how it supports the fun in life.
The song that further highlights the positive mood depicted in the visuals is Kaze ni Naritai.
While the original track has a lively, festival-like feel, the commercial features a gentle arrangement that conveys a calm, refreshing atmosphere.
Kirin Beer White Horse “Good Times with Friends – Year of the Horse” EditionKana Kurashina
This commercial portrays a fun mealtime with friends, showing how White Horse enhances both the enjoyment and the flavor.
It features Kana Kurashina and her friends, and their radiant smiles really convey the good time they’re having.
Another key point is the depiction of the carbonation as the highball is made, which expresses a refreshing sensation.
Kirin Beer Harekaze: “What’s the kanji for this year?” VersionTeruyoshi Uchimura, Ren Meguro
This commercial depicts Teruyoshi Uchimura and Ren Meguro enjoying a meal, while captures of clear skies and a refreshing breeze enhance the fun and deliciousness.
The smiles they share as they look back on the past year, along with the sunny wind, leave a strong impression, and their positive conversation evokes a sense of crisp, refreshing flavor.
The song that further highlights the cheerful atmosphere portrayed in the footage is “Kaze ni Naritai.” Its upbeat, sing-along arrangement is the key point, conveying a determination to fully enjoy a happy moment together.
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Kirin Beer Hyoketsu “CLUB Hyoketsu: Let’s Make a Song” VersionMitsuki Takahata, SEKAI NO OWARI
In this commercial where Mitsuki Takahata appears alongside the members of SEKAI NO OWARI, you can see them jamming on “Turquoise.” The performance kicks off with Takahata’s cue of “One, two, three!” and then Fukase and Takahata layer their vocals over the accompaniment.
It’s striking how everyone—both SEKAI NO OWARI and Takahata—looks like they’re having a great time.
In the latter half of the ad, they all raise cans of Hyoketsu for a toast, and Takahata’s straightforward line, “Ah—so good!” leaves a strong impression.
Kirin Beer Kirin Good Ale “Spread, Ale of Happiness” VersionHaruka Ayase, Motoki Omori, Minami Hamabe, Ryohei Suzuki
This is a commercial for Kirin Good Ale that uses a digest reel from “A Toast to Happiness: A Journey Weaving Memories and Home,” now streaming on Prime Video.
This time, we follow Haruka Ayase closely in her hometown of Hiroshima as she helps organize a starlight film festival.
It’s truly captivating to see her working together with local friends and connecting with people in the community.
The expressions of the audience watching the films with Kirin Good Ale in hand are especially memorable.
Kirin Beer Ichiban Shibori Zero-Carb “Carb Brothers” VersionEtsushi Toyokawa, Ayami Nakajo, Tomoyasu Hotei
This commercial introduces Kirin Ichiban Shibori Zero-Carb, highlighting that it delivers a full-bodied taste while keeping carbohydrates in check, as portrayed through a family setting.
In addition to Etsushi Toyokawa as the father and Ayami Nakajo as the daughter, Tomoyasu Hotei appears as the uncle, engaging in a conversation about what a zero-carb beer is like.
Their surprised expressions after sipping despite some initial doubt—and the way their bodies start to move afterward—convey the beer’s high-quality flavor.
Further enhancing the relaxed atmosphere depicted in the visuals is Eric Idle’s song “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life,” whose gentle rhythm and bright brass give a sense of both calm and fun.
Kirin Beer Harekaze — Sun, Wind, Soil. “Harvest” EditionRen Meguro
This commercial showcases the environment where Harekaze’s ingredients are grown, highlighting the care and craftsmanship behind them.
It features Ren Meguro helping with the harvest of domestically grown hops; even in the heat, his smile and the bright scenery vividly convey a refreshing feeling.
The song that further accentuates the video’s cheerful mood is THE BOOM’s “Kaze ni Naritai.” The lively sound of various percussion instruments is striking, and the layered vocals within that rhythm enhance the sense of fun.