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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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 Greens Free “GREEN and FREE” VersionNEW!Alice Hirose
It shows Alice Hirose pouring beer, cooled in a river deep in the forest, into a glass and drinking it with obvious enjoyment.
The narration emphasizes that non-alcoholic beer isn’t merely a substitute for beer, and clearly presents the appeal of Greens Free.
For the BGM, a cover of “Sobakasu,” one of JUDY AND MARY’s signature songs released in 1996, is used.
While the catchy, exhilarating melody feels pleasant, the lyrics depict the bittersweet emotions following a heartbreak.
Kirin Beer Lager Zero “20 Million Bottles” Edition / “PRODUCT 2026 Spring/Summer” Edition / “ICON 2026 Spring/Summer” Edition / “HUMAN 2026 Spring/Summer” EditionNEW!Yutaka Matsushige, Nana Eikura, Shotaro Mamiya
This is a series of commercials celebrating Lager Zero surpassing 20 million bottles shipped and showcasing its great taste.
Each spot impressively focuses on different elements—the retail display, the beer itself, the logo, and the people drinking it.
By deliberately narrowing the elements, the result is a stylish, impactful commercial.
The BGM features Aqua’s 2000 release “Cartoon Heroes,” a comfortable, melodious track woven with vibrant vocals.
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.
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Pocari Sweat “Kids Are Children of the Wind” VersionNEW!Yoshida Yō, Suzuki Rio
Just as the saying goes, “Kids are like the wind,” children are full of energy even in the cold—and this commercial highlights how Pocari Sweat supports that energy.
The lively back-and-forth between Yoh Yoshida and Rio Suzuki is striking, and it also conveys their determination to enjoy the season to the fullest, not to be outdone by the kids.
The song that accentuates the bright mood depicted in the visuals is Yumi Matsutoya’s “Surf Tengoku, Ski Tengoku.” It’s a track that portrays seasonal leisure activities with a light, upbeat sound, and its dazzling development evokes smiles, doesn’t it?
Kirin Beer Hanayoi: Autumn’s Best Face — “Yuki Yoda” Version / “Mizuki Yamamoto” VersionYoda Yūki, Yamamoto Mizuki
This commercial promotes how well Kirin Hana-Yoi fits joyful autumn moments, conveyed through the smiles of Yuki Yoda and Mizuki Yamashita.
It portrays how the light fizz and fruity deliciousness make time with friends and moments savoring autumn flavors even more enjoyable.
Further highlighting the relaxed, everyday atmosphere depicted on screen is the song Utopia by imase.
With its delightfully bouncy rhythm and airy vocals, the track conveys a clear sense of fun.
Kirin Beer Commercial Roundup: Star-Studded Casts and Captivating Music! (21–30)
Kirin Beer Kirin Ichiban Shibori 10 Seconds, Please: “Sushi” Version / “Chinese” VersionTomoya Nakamura, Shinichi Tsutsumi
This commercial features Shinichi Tsutsumi popping up between scenes of Tomoya Nakamura waiting after ordering a beer at a sushi restaurant and a Chinese restaurant.
Saying, “Give me 10 seconds!” he introduces the appeal of Kirin Ichiban Shibori.
Once you hear the briskly delivered secrets behind its great taste, you’ll be itching to have an Ichiban Shibori right away!