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!

Playlist

Ranking of Commercial Songs and Popular Tracks by Male Japanese Artists [2026]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	White LoversKuwata Keisuke		A ballad that depicts the feelings of winter love
2	Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku		SUUMO's First-Time Support CM
3	Season of LoveNaoto Intiraymi		Naoto Inti Raymi handles the song for the Hyoketsu commercial.
4	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Takahashi Yuu		Encouraging many with a takoyaki commercial song
5	Go The DistanceDEAN FUJIOKA		A multifaceted introduction to the appeal of the new Golf
6	MELROSE ~A Promise Not to Love~EXILE ATSUSHI		A moving song that portrays mature romance
7	Love StoryEXILE TAKAHIRO		EXILE TAKAHIRO “Love Story” commercial song
8	SOCIAL VIRUSHyde		HYDE's AVIOT commercial immerses you in a world of sound.
9	Love will winKAN		Someone carefully carries the product.
10	SummertimeRIRI, KEIJU, Kobukuro Nariaki		Sun protection for athletes, safeguarded by ANESSA
11	Fire◎Flowerhalyosy		Spicy McNuggets and Summer Fireworks
12	Kanda Riverkaguya hime		Lyrics that look back on memories with a lover resonate with listeners
13	We are!kitadani hiroshi		The first collaboration commercial between One Piece and McDonald’s
14	California coconutskururi		Kururi’s song has been selected for a potato chips commercial featuring Ryusei Yokohama.
15	From the North Country ~From the Distant Land~ Hotaru’s Themesadamasashi		Sada Masashi’s moving masterpiece
16	Lotto Themesugiyama kouichi		Asahi can commercial features Bananaman and a popular actor.
17	Overturesugiyama kouichi		Remake Dragon Quest III in an HD-2D version
18	As long as the sun is in the skynishikino akira		Popular kayōkyoku hits representing Akira Nishikino
19	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A commercial that warmly portrays memories and happiness with family
20	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		Elephant Kashimashi 2007 single
21	I can’t put it into wordsofukōsu		Off Course's ballad about the end of love
22	IT’S MY Couragekimaguren		Risa Hosoya working hard to pass her chosen school
23	MEGA SHAKE IT!Kyūso Nekokami		Kyuso Nekokami’s music that gets me hyped
24	Romance overflowsGesu no Kiwami Otome.		Mitsuki Takahata enjoys many manga on Mecha Comic
25	It’s not me unless it’s meGesu no Kiwami Otome.		Gesu no Kiwami Otome. 2015 single release
26	Million FilmsKobukuro		A signature love song by Kobukuro that depicts everyday happiness
27	the red threadKobukuro		A classic that inspires courage in love: Kobukuro’s famous ballad
28	weathercockKobukuro		A coupling track by Kobukuro that gives you positive strength
29	BatonKobukuro		Kobukuro’s masterpiece that sings of the inheritance of life and of hope
30	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā		The parody of the Mega Shaki commercial song is hugely popular.
31	yearsSakanakushon		A song that supports the heart, believing in an unchanging core
32	aruku aroundSakanakushon		Introduction to Sakanaction's "Aruku Around"
33	plateauSakanakushon		A Sakanakution song with a distinctive floating/ethereal feel
34	Maybe the wind.Sakanakushon		Sakanaction sunscreen commercial song
35	kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon		A department manager bridges the gap with subordinates through music
36	Please, Time MachineSadisutikku Mika Bando		AI Female Commercial for Oi Ocha Catechin Green Tea
37	I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of punk rock, celebrating friendship and courage
38	Shine a light on me so much that it leaves me bewildered.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster's new song, a song of hope, a message to adults
39	Blitzkrieg BopZa Kuromaniyonzu		The Cro-Magnons powerfully in a Pepsi commercial
40	Number one punk!Za Kuromaniyonzu		Yoda extols the importance of self-confidence in a Star Wars commercial
41	What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu		A commercial video to enjoy winter in Okinawa
42	Sounds good, let’s make it awesome!Za Hairouzu		The refreshing song from the Aquarius commercial
43	So it’s summer.Za Hairouzu		A commercial video depicting the fun of soccer
44	Fun Fun ChristmasSheneru × TEE × LEO		Songs to liven up a Christmas party
45	lightSutoreitenā×Hata Motohiro		A winter classic by Straightener and Motohiro Hata
46	the last day of the monthsupittsu		Conveying the importance of sports and hydration
47	Stargazersupittsu		Introducing Spitz’s hit songs from commercials
48	Maplesupittsu		Masamune Kusano’s famous songs, many tie-ins
49	Nagisasupittsu		A song by Spitz became a big hit.
50	Beautiful finsupittsu		Spitz performs the theme song for Conan: Black Iron Submarine
51	Magic Wordssupittsu		A coming-of-age ceremony commercial depicting the bond between parent and child
52	Yoko of the Port, Yokohama, YokosukaDaun Taun Bugiugi Bando		“Minato no Yōko, Yokohama, Yokosuka” is a song released in 1975.
53	Lullaby of a Serrated HeartChekkāzu		Limited-time sale of Grimace Shake
54	Journey of the Heartchūrippu		Tulip’s classic song “Kokoro no Tabi” — a poignant song about parting.
55	LG21 MarchTōtasu Matsumoto, Miyazaki Aoi (saki wa daiji)		Introduction to the theme song for the Probio Yogurt commercial
56	Treasure ~Until This Voice Fades Away~Naoto Intiraymi		Naoto Inti Raymi provides the song for the commercial
57	I won’t forget who you are now.Naoto Intiraymi		Naoto Inti Raymi’s song from Keiko Kitagawa’s commercial
58	To say goodbyebiriibanban		To Say Goodbye, a Representative Song of Billy BanBan
59	For now, just like this.biriibanban		Beautiful landscapes of the world and the rich flavor of iichiko
60	Half-baked starFankī Katō		An encouraging anthem that gives courage to people who pursue their dreams
61	School HeavenFingā 5		Takanori Nishikawa passionately sings a parody song at a snack bar
62	Morning of PartingPedoro & Kapurishasu		A breakup morning is a powerful kayōkyoku song
63	Hungry PrideMakishimamu Za Horumon		A commercial where One Piece characters participate in a cavalry battle at a sports day
64	Premeditated revengeMakishimamu Za Horumon		Rugby club members refresh their fatigue with U.F.O.
65	Forewarning and Revenge (Nissin Yakisoba U.F.O. Parody Version)Makishimamu Za Horumon		Promoting fatigue recovery with the bold flavor of U.F.O.
66	His SugarKubota Toshinobu		A song that sings of a bittersweet love and forbidden feelings.
67	energy flowSakamoto Ryuichi		Ryuichi Sakamoto’s clear tones, a masterpiece that soothes the soul
68	Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio		A masterpiece that colors life with a refreshing song.
69	The wind is from the west.Okuda Tamio		Okuda Tamio’s 2013 single used in a Mazda commercial
70	With a fiery heartKobayashi Akira		The AGF 'Maxim' commercial song, a moving vocal performance
71	Until we meet againOzaki Kiyohiko		Public Service Announcement for PET Bottle Recycling
72	One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi		A poignant song featured in a Suntory commercial and as a movie theme
73	UpdraftYamazaki Masayoshi		Ryohei Suzuki commercial, Yamasaki song that inspires hope
74	The morning only you knowYamazaki Masayoshi		Masayoshi Yamazaki's refreshing song
75	Today, with youYamada Masashi		Masashi Yamada captivates with his poignant singing voice.
76	Stop the night once moreSakiya Kenjirō		Lighthouse commercial and Kenjirō Sakiya’s classic song
77	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu		A song by Chiharu Matsuyama about the courage to move forward after setbacks
78	Matsuken Samba IIMatsudaira Ken		Bold gel balls eliminate musty odors from clothes that didn’t dry completely
79	Sexual Violet No. 1Kuwana Masahiro		Masahiro Kuwana's signature song, a sexy sound
80	Go for it, baby!!Kuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata's cheer song is making headlines.
81	toad lily [Tricyrtis]Kuwata Keisuke		Dad meets a rescue dog in moving pants
82	Sad Feelings (Just a Man in Love)Kuwata Keisuke		Introducing a bralette in Ayase Haruka’s day
83	Young PlazaKuwata Keisuke		Retro kayōkyoku: songs that evoke love and the era
84	Distant Street Corner (The Wanderin’ Street)Kuwata Keisuke		Introducing a couple’s daily life and AIRism innerwear
85	youthMorita Kōichi to Toppugyaran		A signature song that deftly captures the feelings of youth
86	Tsuppari High School Rock’n Roll (Going-to-School Version)Yokohama Ginbae		Junichi Okada battled the heat and struck out McDonagh.
87	Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)		Digital release under the name “Urashima Tarō (Kenta Kiritani)”
88	countrysideTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s signature song “Den-en,” with a powerful singing voice.
89	Time, stop.Yazawa Eikichi		A classic hit by Eikichi Yazawa. A Shiseido campaign song.
90	IT’S ONLY LOVEFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s commercial song tops the Oricon chart at No. 1.
91	Let me live so that flowers will bloom again and again.Fukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s 31st single, “I am …”
92	Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu		A moving song that sings of family bonds and hope for the future
93	boyFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic song that sings about the courage to face forward
94	loverFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic ballad, an iconic early-career song
95	dearestFukuyama Masaharu		A ballad that sings of devoted love for a beloved person
96	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Sakurazaka,” a sweet and bittersweet spring classic
97	Heart UpAyaka & Miura Daichi		Ayaka and Daichi Miura’s heart-touching masterpiece
98	WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro		A song that sings of life's hardships and hope
99	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		Takahashi Yu’s 2015 single. A commercial jingle.
100	Eternal, unchanging loveOda Tetsurō		Pocari commercial song: Tetsuro Oda’s requiem for his brother