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Sumitomo Life Commercials: Popular and All-Time Commercials Summary [2026]

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When watching TV or video streaming sites, Sumitomo Life’s commercials always catch the eye.

The series has produced many memorable ads, featuring a lineup of iconic characters and clever direction.

In this article, we’ll introduce all of Sumitomo Life’s commercials aired to date, highlighting the songs used and the cast information along the way.

We’ve gathered everything from nostalgic spots to the latest releases, so take this opportunity to sit back and enjoy Sumitomo Life’s commercials.

[Sumitomo Life Commercials] Popular and All-Time Commercials Roundup [2026] (1–10)

Sumitomo Life Here From 1UP: “Testimony of a Café Employee” VersionOkano Yoichi

Sumitomo Life “1UP” Commercial, Sixth Installment: ‘Leveling Up From Here: Testimony of a Café Waiter’ (Yoichi Okano)

This commercial portrays a meeting at a coffee shop featuring Ich Ueno played by Masaki Suda, expressing the importance of stepping up.

Seeing a casual phone call, Yoichi Okano, the coffee shop master, senses growth.

It also conveys Sumitomo Life’s desire to support many people in taking their next steps.

The song that underscores the humor and positive vibe depicted in the visuals is Pistols Takahara’s “Hey, You Young Folks.” With its powerful sound and vocals, the track resonates memorably and directly conveys the strength to face forward and push ahead.

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Sumitomo Life “dear my family 2015” Version

Nice CM 'dear my family 2015' Sumitomo Life Insurance Company

On the day of the wedding, a certain family is a bit hectic.

As they get ready, they chat about little, everyday things.

But no matter where they look, the father is nowhere to be seen… Then the mother picks up a photograph, and we realize the father has passed away.

Still, the mood isn’t somber.

It’s a commercial that leaves you with a warm feeling, full of happiness.

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Sumitomo Life “That Person’s Life Insurance” VersionFukatsu Eri

Sumitomo Life Insurance TV Commercial: “That Person’s Life Insurance” Version (15 seconds)

Titled “That Person’s Living Insurance,” this commercial features Eri Fukatsu as an insurance sales representative proposing a plan to a woman—who turns out to be the crane from the folktale “The Grateful Crane.” It opens with a scene where Fukatsu admires the quality of a cloth woven by the woman, referred to as “O-Tsuru,” and then asks whether she has any concerns about being unable to work.

When O-Tsuru replies that she hasn’t really thought about it, Fukatsu goes on to explain living insurance.

Many people, like O-Tsuru, haven’t considered such risks before, making the setup relatable and easy to identify with.

At the end of the commercial, there’s a humorous touch when the old man opens the room door without permission, giving the ad a light, chuckle-worthy ending.

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[Sumitomo Life Commercials] Popular and Historical Commercial Compilations [2026] (11–20)

Sumitomo Life Vitality ‘One UP on Your Commute’ EditionNagayama Eita

Kazunari Ueda, played by Eita, levels up by switching to bicycle commuting. Sumitomo Life’s ‘Vitality’ new TV commercial: ‘Level Up on Your Commute’ and ‘At That Moment, Vitality (Bicycle)’.

This commercial expresses how even a small change, like switching to commuting by bicycle, can lead to a healthier and more fulfilling daily life, and it also depicts Sumitomo Life supporting that health.

Framed like an interview with Hajime Ueda, played by Eita Nagayama, it conveys that awareness of small exercises can lead to stepping up.

The song that emphasizes the positive atmosphere of the footage is Pistol Takehara’s “Yo, You Young People.” Its powerful vocals layered over an energetic sound leave a strong impression, and the way it boldly delivers its message conveys a forward-looking attitude.

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Sumitomo Life Vitality ‘Is That All?’ Versionbananaman

Sumitomo Life “Vitality” New CM #9 ‘That’s Not All’ Version (60 seconds) [Sumitomo Life Official]

In the commercial introducing Sumitomo Life’s insurance product Vitality, the comedy duo Bananaman appears.

It shows Mr.

Himura, who has already enrolled in Vitality and is living enjoyably and economically, while Mr.

Shitara is seen admiring his lifestyle.

The phrase “Just being right isn’t fun” leaves a strong impression.

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Sumitomo Life Dollar Accumulation Vitality ‘Shitara Is Not Just Dancing’ Versionbananaman

Sumitomo Life “Dollar Accumulation Vitality” New CM: “Shitara Isn’t Just Dancing” Version (30 seconds) [Official Sumitomo Life]

This commercial uses a parody that 2010s Japanese rock fans would recognize from the opening scene alone.

The CM’s BGM is a parody version of Frederic’s 2014 signature song “Oddloop,” and Himura and Shitara recreate the music video from back then.

The contrast between “Himura, who’s just doing ___” and “Shitara, who’s not just doing ___,” comparing whether they’ve joined Vitality, is striking.

Thanks to the song’s catchiness and the memorable parody-driven direction, it’s a commercial you won’t forget after seeing it once.

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Sumitomo Life “It’s the Same” Version — Shitara Ver. / Himura Ver.bananaman

Corporate CM “It’s the Same.” Version, Shitara Ver. (60 seconds) [Sumitomo Life Official]

Corporate Commercial 'It's the Same.' Version: Himura (60 seconds) [Sumitomo Life Official]

This commercial gently stands by young people who are anxious about the future, featuring the duo Bananaman and embodying Sumitomo Life’s corporate sentiment.

Precisely because we live in what’s called the “100-year life era,” it vividly portrays each person’s attitude toward enjoying a long life ahead.

The duo’s plainspoken, straightforward words convey a kindness that eases feelings of anxiety.

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