Ranking of Commercial Songs and Popular Tracks by Male Japanese Artists [2026]

Magic Wordssupittsu51rank/position

Spitz / Magic Words

The theme is Coming of Age Day, and this commercial packs an emotional parent–child story into just one minute.

In the beginning, the narrator expresses gratitude to the mother who wakes them every morning with a cheerful “good morning” and prepares the usual breakfast.

Then, on the morning of Coming of Age Day depicted in the latter half, the son prepares breakfast for his mother, and we see her eating it through tears.

It’s such a moving story that it brings tears to the eyes of the viewer as well.

The BGM that colors this CM is “Mahou no Kotoba,” a song the same age as the new adults of 2025.

From the year of its release to its lyrics and overall feel, every aspect makes it a perfect match for this commercial.

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Yoko of the Port, Yokohama, YokosukaDaun Taun Bugiugi Bando52rank/position

Harbor Yoko, Yokohama, Yokosuka

Downtown Boogie Woogie Band’s “Minato no Yōko, Yokohama, Yokosuka,” released in 1975, is an alluring track with a cool vibe.

It’s remembered for its distinctive structure—a powerful, guitar-riff-driven sound layered with spoken vocals.

The mentions of Yokohama and Yokosuka in the lyrics are also striking, and the song is beloved as a local anthem.

Thanks to its unique spoken delivery and handy, question-posing phrases, that aspect has been spotlighted and used in commercials, including for Nidec.

Lullaby of a Serrated HeartChekkāzu53rank/position

Lullaby of a Serrated Heart

This is a commercial announcing that the Grimace Shake, a huge hit after its 2024 release, will be back for a limited time in 2025.

The Grimace Shake is inspired by McDonald’s mascot, Grimace, and is said to be a blueberry yogurt flavor.

Its taste is introduced in a parody version of the Checkers’ signature song “Gizagiza Heart no Komoriuta,” so be sure to listen closely.

Journey of the Heartchūrippu54rank/position

Tulip - Heart's Journey - 1972

It’s no exaggeration to call “Kokoro no Tabi” Tulip’s signature song; it was released as their third single.

Since Kazuo Zaitsu wrote it while thinking of the girlfriend he parted with when he moved to Tokyo, it’s truly heartrending.

The scenes come to mind and bring you to tears.

It was used in a commercial for the Toyota Carina.

Treasure ~Until This Voice Fades Away~Naoto Intiraymi55rank/position

Naoto Inti Raymi – Treasure ~Until This Voice Fades Away~ from “THE BEST!”

Naoto Inti Raymi is a singer-songwriter who travels the world performing music.

His song “Takaromono ~Kono Koe ga Nakunaru made~,” which is upbeat yet tinged with melancholy, was chosen as the commercial song for AOKI’s “Mote Slim Wash Suit: The ‘Want to Get Closer’ Edition.”

I won’t forget who you are now.Naoto Intiraymi56rank/position

Naoto Inti Raymi – I Won’t Forget You As You Are Now [With Lyrics]

It was released in 2011 as Naoto Inti Raymi’s fourth single.

The song, featuring actress Keiko Kitagawa, was used as the theme for the Sony Ericsson “Cyber-shot Phone S006” commercial.

The lyrics and music were written by Naoto Inti Raymi, and it’s said that when composing the song, he placed a photo of Keiko Kitagawa from the commercial on his piano’s music stand for inspiration.

To say goodbyebiriibanban57rank/position

To Say Goodbye – by Billy BanBan (1972)

Billy BanBan’s “Sayonara o Suru Tame ni” (“To Say Goodbye”) is a song released in 1972 as the theme for the TV drama “3-Chome 4-Banchi.” Thanks to this song, they made their first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and it was even included in music textbooks, making it one of Billy BanBan’s signature tracks that garnered attention in many ways.

Its gentle, characteristically Billy BanBan sound and poignant lyrics themed around farewell make it especially appealing.

As a commercial jingle, it was used in ads for Sanwa Shurui’s iichiko shochu, where the expansive sound underscores and promotes the depth of iichiko.

For now, just like this.biriibanban58rank/position

[High Quality Audio] Billy BanBan - For Now, As It Is

This commercial layers iichiko over the world’s beautiful landscapes, gently expressing the richness contained within it.

Here, it portrays the scenery of England, and as we journey through its lush greenery, it evokes the idea that iichiko supports the traveler.

Further emphasizing the gentle atmosphere of this leisurely journey is Billy BanBan’s “Ima wa, Kono Mama.” Both the sound and the vocals feel like a soft, intimate whisper, and that calm air creates a distinctive sense of weightlessness.

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Half-baked starFankī Katō59rank/position

[Funky Kato] “Half-Baked Star” MV short ver.

It was released in 2016 as Funky Kato’s fifth single.

Chosen as the theme song for the Mynavi Job Change commercial, its lyrics draw on Funky Kato’s own experiences—multiple setbacks and struggles, life’s paralyzing crossroads, and dreams and aspirations he still can’t let go of.

It’s an uplifting anthem that listeners can relate to, delivering courage through his powerful vocals.

School HeavenFingā 560rank/position

School Heaven

Set in a snack bar with Takanori Nishikawa singing, this is a commercial for Asahi’s GINON.

In a snack bar run by Michiko Kichise, Nishikawa passionately performs a parody of “Gakuen Tengoku,” showcasing his outstanding vocal prowess to the fullest.

He’s basically just singing, but somehow it’s so entertaining that you want to watch it over and over.

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