[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] (101–110)
When you wish upon a star
Set to the dramatic 1940 song “When You Wish Upon a Star,” this is the Afternoon Tea commercial titled “Snowman’s Dream.” On a snowy, frigid day, it opens with a scene of a girl offering a warm milk tea to a snowman.
You can’t help but worry, thinking, “If she gives something that warm to a snowman, he’ll melt…” But the moment she hands over the milk tea, the snowman transforms into a human! Ren Meguro plays the role of the snowman, receiving the milk tea from the girl in this heartwarming story.
The background music, famous as Pinocchio’s theme song, has been arranged even more mellow than the original, making it a perfect fit for the snowy scenes.
Why Can’t We Be FriendsWar
The Kirin Spring Valley commercial “How to Drink Beer,” featuring Takayuki Yamada, has been crafted for adults, with him talking about the depth of flavor.
Beyond its content, what left a strong impression on viewers was the powerful singing.
The song is “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” performed by the legendary funk band War.
Whether you already knew it or discovered it through this commercial, give the full track another listen.
Stand By MeBen E. King
It’s a song released in 1961.
It has been covered by various musicians, including John Lennon, and is widely known as a standard number.
In addition to being used as the theme song for Kirin Lager Beer commercials, it has also been featured in commercials for cars and banks.
Crazy In LoveBeyoncé
It was released in 2003.
It achieved the remarkable feat of ranking second in Yahoo! Music (U.S.)’s 21st-century single sales chart.
In 2015, it was featured as the theme song for Kirin Beer’s “Nodogoshi All Light” commercial, starring Keisuke Koide and SHELLY.
It has also been used in numerous films and variety shows.
YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA
Released in 1993 as CHAGE and ASKA’s 31st single.
It was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “If You Turn Around, He’s There,” became a double-million seller, and is one of CHAGE and ASKA’s signature songs.
In 2009, it was featured in a Kirin Beer “Tanrei W” commercial, bringing it back into the spotlight.
It has also been very popular for karaoke.
[Covers and Parodies Are Appealing Too] Kirin Commercial Songs [2026] (111–120)
Waltz at the BarnChris Doney & Beth Perry
The piece used in the commercial that conveys the authentic taste of Hon Shibori Chuhai is “Waltz at the Barn” by Chris Donny and Beth Perry.
Chris is active as a composer, and Beth as a cellist.
The duo creates music in a variety of moods, mainly in classical, ambient, and electronica, and this track is a beautifully ambient work that perfectly matches the fresh impression of the commercial’s visuals.
The cello’s tone gently embraces the soft sounds of acoustic guitar and synthesizer.
It’s a song that soothes the heart just by listening.
Scenery of HappinessEvery Little Thing
It was released in 2003 as Every Little Thing’s 25th single.
Although “Mata Ashita” is the title track, it is a triple A-side single, and starting with this release they produced many songs with a stronger acoustic feel.
It was used as the theme song for Kirin Beer’s “Hyoketsu Apple Nouveau” commercial.