[Nagoya Commercials] A Collection of Local Commercials from Aichi Prefecture
Speaking of local commercials, various companies’ ads are aired all over the country.
In particular, many people still remember the local commercials they watched often as children, even after becoming adults.
In this article, we’ll introduce a whole lineup of local commercials from Aichi Prefecture!
From Nagoya specialties to popular neighborhood shops, these are all commercials familiar to Aichi residents.
We hope not only those from Aichi, but local commercial fans nationwide will enjoy them.
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[Nagoya Commercials] Aichi Prefecture Local Commercials Compilation (31–40)
Nagata Buddhist Altar Shop
This is a commercial for Nagataya, a retailer of Buddhist altars and accessories headquartered in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture.
It consists of a narration that, against a backdrop of sutra chanting, talks about their dedication to carefully crafting Buddhist altars.
However, if you listen closely, the voice that sounded like a sutra is actually saying “Nagatayara~,” chanting the store’s name in a sutra-like style.
It’s a humorous local TV commercial.
Japan Rent-a-Car
This commercial that sparked the reaction, “What are they doing to a rented car?!” is for Japan Rent-A-Car, a company with stores mainly in Aichi Prefecture.
In the ‘8-Passenger Vellfire – Summer’ version, it shows people performing parkour tricks using the rented Vellfire, making for a striking, hard-hitting presentation.
Many of you may also remember Japan Rent-A-Car’s ads that promote their 24-hour operation and affordable rates.
Aichi Prefectural Election Administration Commission: Web Advertisement Videos for the 27th Regular Election of Members of the House of Councillors — “Early Voting” Edition / “For Young Voters” Edition / “Up to Two Days Before Election Day” EditionRena Matsui
This is a commercial featuring Rena Matsui—who is from Aichi Prefecture and was also active as a former member of SKE48—encouraging early voting and election participation among younger generations.
In addition to explaining the details of the early voting system, the “For Young People” segment highlights that voting rights begin at age 18, and it memorably urges people to vote using the relatable keyword ‘oshi’ (a favorite or someone you support) for younger audiences.
I think the casting and direction are well linked in this CM.
Ryusenji Water Park
Ryusenji Water Park was an outdoor pool that once existed in Moriyama Ward, a district in the northeastern part of Nagoya.
Sadly, it closed down in 2016, but after its opening in 1989 it was frequently featured in local Chukyo-area TV commercials throughout the 1990s.
In the early days, the popular waterslide was portrayed with a foreign woman screaming as she went down; by the 2000s, the commercials had shifted to scenes of Japanese couples and families having fun.
It’s interesting how you can feel the changing trends in commercial production!
Meitetsu Group Meitetsu × WAO! “Museum Meiji-mura” Edition / “Nursery Near the Station” EditionKenichi Takitō
This is a Meitetsu × WAO commercial introducing Meitetsu’s initiatives.
This time, it features the Museum Meiji-Mura in Aichi Prefecture and a nursery school located near a station.
The “Museum Meiji-Mura” segment presents a theme park where valuable buildings from the Meiji era have been relocated intact, highlighting Meitetsu’s involvement in its opening and in the relocation of the structures.
The “Nursery Near the Station” segment introduces how Meitetsu operates a nursery close to stations to support working families with children.
It’s a commercial that clearly conveys how Meitetsu supports people’s lives from various angles.
[Nagoya Commercials] Aichi Prefecture Local Commercials Compilation (41–50)
Minami Clinic
In Nagoya City, there’s a popular area called Sakae, lined with various commercial complexes and fashion buildings.
That’s where Minami Clinic opened in 1997.
The cosmetic surgery clinic’s commercial features an irresistibly catchy refrain sung by a cheerful, energetic woman: “Minna mi~ minna mi~ kurini~kku,” and it totally gets stuck in your head! By the way, did you know that the familiar melody comes from the Italian popular song Funiculì, Funiculà?
Amano Pharmaceutical BioDias
This is a commercial for BioDias, a digestive medicine that was sold by Amano Pharmaceutical, which is now known as Amano Enzyme.
If you live in the Tokai region, especially Nagoya, many of you might find this song familiar.
There’s also another version of the commercial where the song is sung in English.