We’ve picked out famous in-store background music. Introducing trending tracks and catchy tunes all at once.
These days, whether it’s a restaurant or an electronics store, you hear in-store BGM almost everywhere you go.
Many shops use commercial cable services to play popular songs from Japan and abroad, but quite a few use original tracks as well.
Among these BGMs, there are plenty of highly addictive tunes that have quietly gained popularity.
In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of those catchy in-store BGMs all at once.
See if you can find any songs that have stuck in your memory!
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We’ve picked out famous in-store background music. Presenting a roundup of buzzworthy and catchy tracks (51–60).
Itoku, a sincere “How are you?”Kokubu Yurie
The theme song of Itoku, a supermarket headquartered in Odate City, Akita Prefecture, with many stores across Akita and Aomori, is “ITOKU: Heartfelt ‘How are you?’”.
The lyrics express a desire to support the lives of local people, and the upbeat, fun atmosphere of the sound is striking.
That cheerful sound incorporates various percussion instruments, clearly conveying a passionate vibe as well.
With singer-songwriter Yurie Kokubu on vocals and high production quality throughout, it’s a theme song that seems crafted with real care and energy.
Mokkun of Daiei, the Song
Daiei is known as a company that helped develop Japan’s retail industry in the 20th century.
“Daiei Mokkun no Uta” is the theme song for the company’s mascot character and was also used as in-store BGM at their supermarkets.
Its lyrics, which promote the great deals of the “Thursday Market,” match perfectly with the catchy melody.
The lively synth sound unfolds with a light rhythm that lifts your spirits! It’s a cheerful number that makes you want to head straight to the sales floor.
It’s also fun to sing along with your kids or friends.
SUPER CENTER PLANT
PLANT is headquartered in Fukui Prefecture and has stores in regions such as Hokuriku, Kansai, and Chugoku.
A distinctive feature is that it carries not only food but also clothing and everyday goods, and the song played in the store also sings about the extensive selection.
The track stands out with a lively guitar accompaniment and a funky bassline, highlighted by a rich female vocal reminiscent of a Western pop singer.
If you can play guitar or bass, it’s the kind of song that makes you want to pick up your instrument and try it out!
Shirasu, My LoveFisherman all stars feat. Haru & Chichi with MADOKA.
Shirasu, a general term for small fish that mainly refers to juvenile sardines, are caught along the Pacific coast and enjoyed throughout Japan.
This song, produced by the Shirasu Council—a group that supports shirasu fisheries—promotes Shonan shirasu.
Riding on a gentle, ocean-evoking sound, layered vocals sing about the charm of Shonan shirasu.
While the mood is soft and soothing, the wholehearted promotion of Shonan shirasu also conveys strong confidence in its delicious taste.
Pick up famous in-store background music. A roundup introducing buzzworthy and catchy songs all at once (61–70)
Farewell Waltz
The “Farewell Waltz” that plays right before closing time in various commercial facilities is a song whose somewhat lonely melody makes you feel it’s time to go.
However, many people may mistakenly remember this closing-time BGM as “Hotaru no Hikari.” Both pieces do originate from the same Scottish folk song, “Auld Lang Syne,” but the closing-time BGM is considered to be the “Farewell Waltz” that appeared in a scene from the film Waterloo Bridge.
The song was used in a dance scene in the movie, and because that scene took place near closing time, the track came to be adopted as closing-time BGM.
The fact that its rhythm differs from that of “Auld Lang Syne” and “Hotaru no Hikari” is another point that proves the BGM is the “Farewell Waltz.”
Everyone Ponta Project Song
Many people probably live their lives thinking about how to make the most of Ponta, a service where you can collect points at a variety of stores, especially Lawson.
One of Ponta’s theme songs—used as in-store BGM at Lawson Store 100—is “Minna Ponta Keikaku no Uta” (The Everyone Ponta Plan Song).
The lyrics read like a self-introduction by Ponta, the service’s mascot character, and convey a playful, upbeat feel reminiscent of a kids’ song.
Because it’s sung with such a bright tone, it helps make both the character Ponta and the Ponta service feel more familiar and approachable.
Heart AND Soul (Tokyu Hands Theme) feat. Kina & Frances MayaLAVA
Tokyu Hands is a home improvement store that also carries interior goods and variety items, and its wide product range gives it something of a department store vibe.
The song created as Tokyu Hands’ theme is LAVA’s “Heart AND Soul.” Its light, breezy sound leaves a striking impression, clearly conveying the fun of going out shopping and a positive mood.
The layering of various percussion timbres and vocals also seems to express a sense of joy and elation.