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Pocky commercials: A roundup of memorable ads [Ezaki Glico]

Pocky is one of Ezaki Glico’s signature snacks—surely everyone has tried it at least once, right?

Its distinctive look—pretzel sticks coated in chocolate—and the ease of snacking are a big part of its appeal.

Speaking of Pocky commercials, there have been many memorable ones over the years, starting with the ads where people show off dances to the background music.

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

We’ll also cover the performers and the background music, so if there’s a commercial you’ve been curious about, be sure to check it out.

Pocky commercials. A compilation of memorable ads [Ezaki Glico] (21–30)

Ezaki Glico Pocky “A Journey to Share”Kazunari Ninomiya

Arashi Kazunari Ninomiya Commercial Pocky Chocolate “Sharing Journey” Version

In the “Sharing Journey” segment, the song that played in the memorable commercial showing Mr.

Ninomiya, who portrayed “Devil Nino,” mending his ways is a parody version based on Walter Donaldson’s composition “My Blue Heaven.” Gene Austin’s 1928 version was a massive hit, selling over five million copies.

In Japan, versions like “Watashi no Aozora” by Teiichi Futamura and others also became popular.

Its solemn atmosphere matches the tone of the commercial, conveying a sense of purity that comes from a cleansed heart and expressing modest happiness.

Ezaki Glico Pocky: ‘Heart Pocky—Give it to someone special’ version

Give Heart Pocky to someone special

This commercial focuses on the idea that combining Pocky boxes can form a heart shape, encouraging viewers to express gratitude and love to those who matter.

It portrays various people creating heart-shaped Pocky, and their expressions convey a warm affection for their loved ones.

By showing variations—some that make use of the original box design and others that incorporate personal designs—it presents a range of possibilities.

The video is filled with positive emotions like happiness and joy.

Ezaki Glico Pocky “Outing” VersionSara Minami, Rie Miyazawa

Rie Miyazawa is super cute!! New Pocky commercial

This commercial portrays parent-child bonding time through Pocky and conveys the warmth of that shared space.

It shows a lighthearted, cheerful family interaction where the mother, Rie Miyazawa, sees a small child and asks her daughter, Sara Minami, to behave in a similar way.

Further emphasizing the warm family moments depicted in the footage is the song “Majestic” by B’z.

With its band sound infused with acoustic elements and expansive vocals, it evokes an image of powerful emotion imbued with warmth.

Ezaki Glico Pocky “Valentine” VersionSara Minami, Rie Miyazawa

Rie Miyazawa gives her “daughter” Sara Minami a Valentine’s Day “secret strategy” lesson, shares her own views on love

This commercial comically depicts a mother, Rie Miyazawa, giving her daughter, Sara Minami, a strategy for how to act on Valentine’s Day.

Using Pocky sticks as stand-ins for people, their simulation naturally brings smiles and creates a positive vibe.

The song that further emphasizes the familial warmth shown in the footage is B’z’s “Majestic.” While it has a gentle atmosphere, the powerful vocals and band sound—featuring acoustic elements—convey a strong sense of positivity.

Ezaki Glico Pocky: How many sticks’ worth should we talk? “Thanks to my family” versionSara Minami, Rie Miyazawa, Koji Okura

Rie Miyazawa & Sara Minami surprise with a giant “Heart Pocky”! Okura Dad: “…over the moon!” <Glico> New Pocky TV commercial (30s) + web video + making-of

Sara Minami and Rie Miyazawa appear as daughter and mother, conveying gratitude and affection to Koji Okura, who plays the father, using Pocky.

They create a big heart out of Pocky boxes, and the expression on the father’s face when he receives it clearly shows his joy.

The song that underscores the warm atmosphere of the video is B’z’s “Majestic.” With a powerful yet gentle sound that incorporates acoustic tones, combined with the dynamic vocals, it effectively conveys a positive, uplifting feeling.