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 ACTION × THE FIRST TAKE Remioromen “Together with Sakura” / “Tree Planting at Our Alma Mater”Remioromen
This commercial conveys the warmth of spring through the image of Remioromen sharing stories about cherry blossoms on THE FIRST TAKE.
It’s structured around them reflecting on the Harukaze ACTION initiative to protect cherry trees, and their sense of empathy makes it clear that it’s a positive effort.
The scenes of them sprinkling soil during a tree-planting experience are also striking, capturing the excitement of spring.
Kirin Beer Hyoketsu® mottainai “Fuji Apple” Version
This commercial tells what Hyoketsu Mottainai is as a product and the sentiment behind its creation.
It depicts the orchard of Fuji apples used in Mottainai, clearly conveying that even non-standard apples are delicious.
It carries a warm intention to cherish food while delivering great taste.
Further highlighting the warm atmosphere shown in the visuals is the main theme from the drama “Nagi no Oitoma.” Centered on a gentle flute timbre, the calm composition strongly evokes a relaxed mood.
Kirin Beer Hon-Kirin “Letter: International Contest Winner” VersionYosuke Eguchi
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.
Kirin Beer Commercials Roundup: Star-Studded Casts and Captivating BGM, Too! (11–20)
Kirin Beer Killingood Ale “The much-praised deliciousness” versionHaruka Ayase, Motoki Omori, Minami Hamabe, Ryohei Suzuki
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.
Kirin Beer Tanrei Green Label GREEN JUKEBOX ‘Snow’ EditionMikako Tabe, Iyori Shimizu
This commercial conveys the refreshing taste of Tanrei Green Label through a unique worldview: a jukebox in nature.
Mikako Tabe discovers the jukebox and presses the “Snow” button, and the gentle singing voice of back number’s Iyori Shimizu can be heard.
Within the tranquil natural setting, the depiction of light emerging also evokes a relaxed atmosphere.
The song being performed in that gentle ambiance is back number’s “Heroine.” The original track is a ballad that unfolds with a calm band sound, and the soaring vocals layered over it convey a positive mood.
Suntory Perfect Suntory Beer “My Way of Drinking”Masato Sakai, Koji Yamamoto, Nao
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.
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.