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A roundup of Merit commercials: the charm lies in their portrayals of family love!

Many people are likely familiar with Kao’s shampoo “Merit,” since it’s always stocked at drugstores.

The company actively produces commercials as well, so you may have seen them.

In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of Merit commercials, both old and new, all at once.

Many Merit ads are heartwarming and depict family love.

Be sure to pay attention to the stories in the commercials as you watch.

Collection of Merit commercials: compelling portrayals of family love! (21–30)

Kao Merit THE MILD “Everyone Feels Good” VersionHidetoshi Nishijima

Hidetoshi Nishijima talks about family cleanliness: “Becoming clean means thinking of each other now.” New Kao ‘Merit’ commercial

This commercial conveys, through Hidetoshi Nishijima’s narration, that by using Merit, you can gently support your family’s cleanliness.

Nishijima’s soft-spoken voice and the smiling faces of the family on screen communicate everyone’s thoughtfulness.

It also highlights how, within that gentleness, you can truly feel the effectiveness—such as its mildly acidic formula and dust shield—another key point to note.

Kao Merit DAY+ “Tried the Outdoor Shampoo” VersionShiori Ishikawa

Karin Ishikawa Kao Merit “Merit DAY+ Outdoor Shampoo” TV commercial

This is a commercial introducing outdoor shampooing with Merit DAY that eliminates hair greasiness whenever you’re worried about sweat.

It shows in refreshing visuals that with Merit DAY sprays and wipes, you can feel refreshed even after sports.

Watching Shiori Ishikawa’s expression brighten, the content also conveys an attitude of supporting youthful spirit.

Kao Merit PYUAN “Odor Cleanse” VersionAyami Nakajo

Ayami Nakajo appears with a bright smile, letting her silky hair flutter! Kao “PYUAN” new commercial

This is a commercial that announces the launch of Kao’s haircare brand, PYUAN, while also conveying the benefits it offers.

It shows Ayami Nakajo struggling with hair concerns, then depicts how using PYUAN eliminates dirt and odors.

With her bright expression and the introduction of the colorful bottles, the ad emphasizes not only effectiveness but also a sense of style.

Kao Merit 1992Yuriko Ishida

Yuriko Ishida: The Benefits of No Rinse (1992)

In the TV commercial for “Merit That Doesn’t Need Rinse” aired in 1992, Yuriko Ishida herself does the singing.

It’s by no means a skillful performance, but the commercial turns out quite cute.

From the early 1990s, rinse-in shampoos became a huge trend, and Merit also released a rinse-in shampoo.

Kao Merit THE MILD “Conditioner Is Also Foam” VersionYoshida Yō / Yoshida You, Ishikawa Karin

Yoh Yoshida × Karin Ishikawa × Rei MERIT The Mild “Conditioner is Foamy Too” TV Commercial

This commercial portrays the surprise and excitement of discovering that Merit The Mild’s conditioner also comes out as foam.

Yoshida Yō, Ishikawa Karin, and Rei use the foaming conditioner and cheerfully share what they felt.

With everyone smiling and their words staying positive, the fresh backdrop reinforces the message, effectively highlighting the happiness that comes from its impressive effectiveness.

Kao Merit “Dirty Parent and Child: Spring” EditionYuto Nagatomo, Airi Taira

Yuto Nagatomo and Airi Taira make their first joint appearance as a couple in a commercial; their happy smiles warm hearts — Kao Merit’s new CM “Dirty Parent and Child: Spring”

This commercial portrays the family of Yuto Nagatomo and Airi Taira with their children, conveying how Merit fits seamlessly into everyday life.

It highlights how dirt picked up outside can be taken care of with Merit, and how a thorough, refreshing wash can also lift your mood.

Their gentle smiles suggest both the product’s gentleness on the skin and how it supports daily living.

In conclusion

We’ve compiled a comprehensive introduction to Merit’s commercials and the songs featured in them. In the past, there were many commercials aimed at young women, and more recently there have been many family-oriented ones. As for the commercial songs, a wide range of music—from classical masterpieces to J-pop—has been used across eras. I hope this article helped you find the commercials or CM songs you were curious about.