[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!
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[Covers and Parodies Are Appealing Too] Kirin Commercial Songs [2026] (91–100)
Season in the SunTUBE
Released in 1986 as TUBE’s third single overall, it topped charts on music shows like The Best Ten and helped boost TUBE’s nationwide recognition, cementing their image as the quintessential sound of summer.
It was featured in Kirin’s “Kirin Bin Nama” commercial, and remains popular today as a song that makes you want to drink beer in the summer.
Always Look on the Bright Side of LifeEric Idle
This commercial promotes the idea that even the sugar-free version of Aonokirin tastes great, using a parent-child drama.
When the daughter, Ayami Nakajo, brings out a zero-sugar beer, her father, Etsushi Toyokawa, initially grumbles.
But once he tries it, he clearly senses the delicious flavor and realizes the thoughtful consideration behind her choice.
The warmth of the family portrayed in the visuals is further emphasized by the BGM, “Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life.” Its gentle rhythm and bright, resounding tones are striking, conveying a sense of happiness as the flavor unfolds.
[Covers and Parodies Are Appealing Too] Kirin Commercial Songs [2026] (101–110)
Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE
In the “Rest” segment, Motoki Omori of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE appears and performs “Que Sera Sera.” He’s doing an acoustic solo under a large tree standing in a grassland, and it makes you envy Mikako Tabe, who’s listening right next to him! The song was released in 2023 and was also chosen as the theme song for the drama “Sunday Night Is About Enough….” It’s a track filled with encouragement that feels like a push on the back, saying, “Things will work out!”
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.
SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire
This piece portrays Anne Nakamura, who made her stage debut here, visiting Haiyūza Theater as it draws the curtain on its 70-year history, and coming to feel the weight of that history and her gratitude.
With a can of Hon-Kirin in hand, she toasts with people who hold this place dear, creating a sense of warmth that suggests everyone intends to enjoy themselves right to the end.
The depiction of a resolve to take on new challenges also conveys human strength.
The song that underscores the lively, convivial atmosphere of everyone sharing their thoughts is Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September.” Its light, layered sound and vocals are striking, and its bright melody lifts the spirits of those who listen.
SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire
This commercial conveys that Hon-Kirin is a perfect fit for summer festival scenes, featuring Alice Hirose enjoying a summer festival.
It depicts her savoring Hon-Kirin alongside food from the stalls, and her smiling as she watches the event unfold, which also conveys the special feel of Hon-Kirin.
The music that further accentuates the fun portrayed in the footage is Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September.” With its lively rhythm and layered vocals, it effectively creates a cheerful atmosphere.
I want to become the wind.
This commercial introduces the bottle debut of Kirin Beer’s Harekaze, while also conveying the desire to support a refreshing everyday life.
The visuals depict everyday scenes of Mio Imada, Teruyoshi Uchimura, and Ren Meguro, and each of their gentle smiles as they hold up Harekaze leaves a strong impression.
That bright, refreshing atmosphere is further emphasized by the background music, an arrangement of “I Want to Be the Wind.” Because it’s played softly with a whistle-like tone, the refreshing breeze portrayed in the visuals is also carried through the sound.