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[Covers and Parodies Are Appealing Too] Kirin’s Commercial Song [2026]

Kirin is a beverage manufacturer that handles a wide variety of drinks, from alcohol to soft drinks.

In beer, there’s Tanrei and Hon-Kirin; in chu-hi, Hyoketsu; and in soft drinks, Afternoon Tea and Kirin Lemon—its lineup is packed with popular products.

You also see their commercials on TV quite often, don’t you?

Kirin’s commercial songs sometimes use existing tracks as tie-ins, of course, but there are also many cases where the featured performers sing parody versions, or popular songs are reinterpreted as acoustic self-covers—unique versions you can only hear in the commercials.

In this article, we’ll introduce a whole selection of Kirin commercial tracks that many viewers have been curious about.

Enjoy!

[Covers and Parodies Are Appealing Too] Kirin Commercial Songs [2026] (71–80)

Kirin Beer Hyoketsu: Summer Festival Preparation

GoodbyeManako Arata

This commercial portrays Mayu Hotta working hard to prepare for a summer festival and her interactions with the people around her, while also highlighting the refreshing appeal of Hyoketsu.

As she chats with her childhood friend with a smile and the preparations for the food stalls progress enjoyably, it conveys the heat and freshness of summer, along with the mounting excitement as the event approaches.

Further accentuating the cheerful atmosphere of the visuals is the song “Sainara” by Arata Manako.

Its light, acoustic sound—tinged with a sense of busyness—and the brisk, fast-paced vocals amplify the feeling of exhilaration.

Kirin Afternoon Tea “Summer Shadow” version

Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Summer Shadow” Official Music Video
Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE

This commercial captures scenes of summer as experienced by various people, including Ren Meguro and Ayami Nakajo.

Beaches, parks, fireworks, the walk home from school—one evocative scene after another unfolds, likely tugging at the heartstrings of many viewers.

Enhancing the warm atmosphere of the ad is its BGM, Natsu no Kage (Summer’s Shadow), a song Mrs.

GREEN APPLE wrote specifically for this commercial.

Packed with summer imagery and feelings, it seems poised to become an essential staple among summer songs.

Kirin Beverage Kirin Delicious Immune Care “Unusually Hot” Version

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Summer in Japan seems to be getting harsher every year.

To make it through heat that’s anything but ordinary, Yuki Amami strikingly declares that “ordinary health management won’t cut it,” in this commercial for a delicious immune care product.

The background music features an instrumental arrangement of the children’s song “Hasami Togi,” which is based on an Italian folk tune.

Kirin Beer Hon-Kirin “Museum (Words)” Version

Little Green BagGeorge Baker

Featuring Alice Hirose and Reina Triendl, this commercial introduces the dedication of the brewers who craft Kirin Beer’s Hon-Kirin.

It showcases many memorable quotes that reflect their passion for beer making, and the two actresses’ impressed reactions leave a strong impression.

The background music is George Baker’s “Little Green Bag,” a tune well-known from beer commercials.

Its light and refreshing melody is sure to lift your spirits.

Kirin Beer SPRING VALLEY BREWERY “Happiness Bubbling Up” Version

You Can’t Hurry LoveThe Supremes

The Supremes – You Can’t Hurry Love (Lyric Video)
You Can't Hurry LoveThe Supremes

This is a promotional commercial introducing SPRING VALLEY BREWERY, a craft beer released by Kirin Beer.

The cast members look like they’re having a great time enjoying the beer, and it’s so fun to watch that it gets you excited too! The background music features a cover of The Supremes’ signature song “You Can’t Hurry Love.” Since its 1966 release, it has been covered by artists around the world and is a classic that you often hear in various settings in Japan as well.

Kirin Beer Hon-Shibori “Made with only fruit and alcohol”

When the Saints Go Marching In

Saints’ Parade / When the Saints Go Marchin’ In / American Folk Song / Piano
When the Saints Go Marching In

This is a commercial showing Shotaro Mamiya recommending Hon-Kibori to his older-sister character, played by Wakana Matsumoto.

Learning that the only ingredients are fruit and alcohol, Matsumoto is surprised but brushes it off, saying, “But in the end, it’s all about the taste.” However, after a single sip, she’s struck by how good it is and quietly says, “I like it.” Her reaction really conveys, in a genuine way, that “it’s truly delicious,” doesn’t it? The background music is an arrangement of “When the Saints Go Marching In,” creating a calm and relaxed atmosphere.

Kirin Beverage FIRE Cafe Deli “Birthday” Version

Original songChatto Monchī

Kirin KIRIN 'FIRE' commercial, Café Deli, Birthday
Original songChatto Monchī

This commercial showcases CAFE Deli, a flavored latte developed as a spin-off of Kirin’s Fire brand, by highlighting it through everyday scenes.

It portrays CAFE Deli as a reward to oneself in daily life, conveying a rich taste that also resonates with the desire to feel stylish.

The relaxed atmosphere of these ordinary, day-to-day moments is accentuated by a song from Chatmonchy.

The light, breezy sound and vocals express the idea of overcoming small everyday troubles with positivity.