Songs and production causing a buzz! A roundup of Pocari Sweat commercial tracks
Pocari Sweat commercials are often filled with a refreshing vibe that really captures the spirit of youth! A wide range of music has been featured in these ads, and they often become a hot topic.
Over the years, they’ve used all kinds of wonderful tracks: buzzworthy songs by up-and-coming artists, original songs written specifically for the commercials, and even covers of classic hits.
Because of that, many people have probably found themselves curious about the song they heard after catching a Pocari ad on TV.
In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been used as Pocari CM tracks! From the latest ones to the classic, unforgettable tunes from iconic commercials, take your time exploring what songs have been featured.
Songs and production drawing attention! A roundup of Pocari Sweat CM tracks (1–10)
Sunny Day SundaySenchimentaru Basu
“Sunny Day Sunday” is Sentimental Bus’s fourth major-label single.
Chosen as the theme song for a 1999 Pocari Sweat commercial, it became a smash hit, selling 510,000 copies.
It is the only Sentimental Bus single to reach the top 10 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
A poppy, humorous number, it matched the swimsuit-clad boys and girls in the commercial, resulting in a brisk, youthful feel.
BUNBUN SUIBUNUchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai
This is a song by Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai that straightforwardly conveys the importance of hydration over a powerful sound.
It was used as the theme for the “Gotta Drink Pocari” commercial series, pairing visuals with the message of staying hydrated during the hot summer.
The commercials depict various summertime moments between parents and children, and because the same song ties them together, it reinforces the idea that you should always be mindful of hydration.
It’s a fun track with a compelling contrast: a hard-hitting sound that evokes the heat, paired with lyrics that encourage you to drink fluids.
Original songena mori
Pocari Sweat’s “Your Potential Lies Within You.
Spring” edition has a stylish vibe, blending animation with live-action for a captivating look.
It portrays the friendship between two girls and really evokes that youthful feeling.
The background music features an original track sung by singer-songwriter ena mori.
It’s a comfortably danceable song with airy, translucent vocals.
Pale Rainimase with PUNPEE & Toby Fox
The song used in Pocari Sweat’s web movie “We Don’t Need Wings” is called “Pale Rain.” In addition to imase—known for hits like “Tōhikō” (Runaway), which broke out on social media—the production also involves PUNPEE, who is active as a rapper and trackmaker, and Toby Fox, the creator of the globally popular RPG “UNDERTALE,” whose background music is also widely loved.
The game-inspired sound, cool track, and sophisticated vocal work are truly captivating.
Music HourPorunogurafiti
It was Porno Graffitti’s third single and was used in a 2000 Pocari Sweat commercial.
The video tells a story of youthful days starring Anne Suzuki and Ryo Katsuji, set in a classic midsummer scene with a sandy beach and palm trees.
Porno Graffitti’s high-energy pop song amps up the excitement of the commercial.
It became a smash hit, selling 460,000 copies.
The lyrics were reportedly inspired by submissions from listeners of their radio show, “Genkai Porno Radio,” on which they served as hosts.
futureMr.Children
This is a 2005 commercial for Pocari Sweat.
The image character is Haruka Ayase.
A school-uniformed girl chasing a Pocari Sweat-wrapped train is fresh and full of energy.
The CM song is Mr.
Children’s “Mirai.” It was included on the four-track single “Shigen Four Dimensions,” which sold 926,000 copies.
In addition to “Mirai,” “Shigen Four Dimensions” features “Running High,” the theme song for the film Fly, Daddy, Fly; “and I love you,” used in Nissin Foods’ Cup Noodles commercials; and “Yo‑i Don,” the theme song for the children’s program Ponkikkies.
The music video for “Mirai,” featuring Haruka Ayase and Yuta Hiraoka, drew considerable attention at the time.
SISTERback number
It was used in the Pocari Sweat Ion Water commercial.
For back number, it seems this was a long-awaited Pocari Sweat CM song; they had hoped that someday their band could handle a song for this commercial.
This track, too, was written specifically for the CM.
A view I’ve never seen beforecena
The song chosen for the Pocari Sweat commercial supporting the Inter-High, titled “That Place Is Watching,” is “Mita Koto mo Nai Keshiki” (A Scenery I’ve Never Seen) performed by singer-songwriter Cena.
It’s a cover of Masaki Suda’s track, depicting a headlong charge into the future.
Cena’s vocals—imbued with a gentle warmth—layer over a powerful band sound, leaving a strong impression and conveying not just desperation, but each person’s dedicated approach to effort.
By overlapping the performance of a young singer-songwriter with the hard work of young athletes, the commercial emphasizes the image of youthful energy forging a path to the future.
BLUE SOULSAo
This is the song used in Pocari Sweat’s commercial “But Then I Saw You,” which drew attention for its striking footage of actress Sena Nakashima sprinting through the scene.
The CM itself gained popularity for its highly creative visuals, but in fact, the track used was also by an incredible unit.
The song is by A_o, a duo consisting of BiSH’s Aina The End and ROTH BART BARON.
I didn’t realize it at first, but once you know that, you can definitely hear it—it’s Aina’s voice! Her mature vocals over a simple acoustic guitar accompaniment reveal a slightly different charm from her usual style.
It’s a must-listen, both for Aina’s fans and for those who aren’t yet familiar with her.
suddenlyFIELD OF VIEW
This was the Pocari Sweat commercial song in 1996.
It was FIELD OF VIEW’s second single, selling 1.224 million copies and achieving million-seller status—their biggest hit.
The lyrics were written by Izumi Sakai of ZARD, and the music was composed by Tetsuro Oda, the golden duo of the Being label who were hugely popular at the time.
The commercial featured Emiri Nakayama as the image character, with scenes of her riding an ostrich and attempting a flying trapeze—capturing a girl enjoying her youth.