Ranking of Commercial Songs and Popular Tracks by Male Japanese Artists [2026]
When you’re watching TV, sometimes a commercial jingle suddenly grabs your attention, doesn’t it?
Like, “Wait! That was such a great song—what was it?!”
They’re often so short that you can’t even tell the song title or who the singer is.
Commercial songs tend to feature lots of catchy, memorable tracks, so they might be a treasure trove of popular and great music.
Here, we introduce a ranking of CM songs, commercials, and popular tracks by Japanese male artists.
You might find a song that’s been on your mind—or discover a great new one!
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Japanese Male Pop Singers’ CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Song Rankings [2026] (31–40)
Please, Time MachineSadisutikku Mika Bando36rank/position
This is a commercial for Oi Ocha Catechin Green Tea, released by Ito En’s flagship brand Oi Ocha, focusing on cholesterol and body fat care.
Amazingly, the woman appearing in the commercial is said to be AI-generated.
It looks so natural that many people might not have noticed until they were told.
The BGM uses Sadistic Mika Band’s “Time Machine ni Onegai.” Released in 1974, the song is characterized by its refreshing melody line.
I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā37rank/position
It’s the commercial song for the Nissan Serena by the punk rock band Sambomaster.
The lyrics encourage a friend who’s feeling down, and it’s a truly wonderful track.
The powerful words that give you a push and the vocalist’s strong voice, which soars even more in the chorus, hit you straight in the heart.
Shine a light on me so much that it leaves me bewildered.Sambomasutā38rank/position
Sambomaster’s “Tomadou Hodo ni Terashite Kure” was released in 2025 and is a song that strongly conveys a message of encouragement.
Its driving rhythm and layered, airy guitar tones are striking, evoking a tenderness within its power.
The message that everyone deserves to be happy and that we should make our lives shine clearly delivers courage.
The song was used in Sapporo Black Label’s commercial as the theme for the “Adult Elevator” campaign, and through Sambomaster’s powerful performance, it invites reflection on what it means to be an adult.
Blitzkrieg BopZa Kuromaniyonzu39rank/position
This commercial showcases The Cro-Magnons delivering a powerful performance amid a unique landscape where rocks and Pepsi bottles are ruggedly lined up, highlighting Pepsi’s bold, invigorating refreshment.
Even within this mysterious world, they perform just as they always do, conveying a sense of staying true to themselves.
Underscoring the strength of the visuals is The Cro-Magnons’ rendition of “Blitzkrieg Bop.” A cover of The Ramones’ song, its straightforward rock sound and the iconic opening chant convey an outpouring of energy.
Number one punk!Za Kuromaniyonzu40rank/position
This commercial, aired in 2011, was a collaboration with the movie Star Wars and features Yoda.
It’s a compelling ad with a powerful message, as Yoda speaks about the importance of believing in oneself.
The background music is “Number One Guy!” by The Cro-Magnons.
Released in 2011, the song’s lyrics describe repeatedly getting back up and striving to become number one, making it an uplifting anthem that gives listeners courage.
Japanese Male Singers’ CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026] (41–50)
What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu41rank/position
This commercial features Satoshi Tsumabuki, Keiko Kitagawa, and Hidehiko Ishizuka enjoying wintertime Okinawa with their friends, showcasing how fun it is.
Through everyone’s smiles, it conveys the fulfilling feeling that Okinawa is warm even in winter and offers a wide variety of leisure activities.
Further emphasizing the cheerful atmosphere depicted in the visuals is a version of The Drifters’ “Ii Yu Da Na” that incorporates Okinawan elements.
By changing the call-and-response parts of the song to things you can enjoy in Okinawa, it lightly conveys the excitement of all the different experiences available.
Sounds good, let’s make it awesome!Za Hairouzu42rank/position
Among the Aquarius commercials, the one aired in 2002 featured the song “Ikasuze OK” by The High-Lows.
While the band sound has a driving force, the rhythm is light and upbeat, clearly highlighting a sense of buoyancy and freshness.
Layered with the band’s signature powerful vocals, it conveys a momentum that feels like charging forward.
It’s a track that straightforwardly expresses freshness, evoking an image of stepping ahead toward the future.