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[I want to hear it again!] Songs from Suntory commercials. Popular commercial jingles

Suntory sells a wide variety of beverages, including tea, alcoholic drinks, coffee, and water.

When you watch TV, you often see a lot of commercials for Suntory products.

The songs featured in these commercials frequently become a hot topic, with a wide range of tracks used—from popular J-pop to classic Western hits.

In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been used in Suntory commercials.

See if you can find any track that caught your ear in a commercial!

[I want to hear it again!] Songs from Suntory commercials: Popular commercial songs (161–170)

Suntory Suntory Draft Beer Teaser Movie March 2024

Like the flow of a riverAina ji Endo

It’s a trailer-like video that builds anticipation for what’s coming in the Suntory Draft Beer commercial.

It shows Aina the End sitting as a bookstore clerk, humming a tune, and the way things begin to move with the rain signals the start of a drama.

The fact that it features a cover of Hibari Misora’s “Like the Flow of the River” also hints at a deep, dramatic storyline.

Suntory Craft Boss 'Alien Jones: Town Revitalization' Version

UFOpinku redii

Speaking of Suntory Craft Boss’s commercial series, it’s known for Tommy Lee Jones playing an alien and Koji Yakusho portraying a mature character.

In the “Alien Jones: Town Revitalization” edition, a new alien character played by Yurina Hirate joins the familiar lineup.

This spot features an arranged version of Pink Lady’s classic hit “UFO.” It’s a fun touch that ties in with the aliens and UFOs appearing in the commercial.

Suntory CRAFT BOSS “Alien Jones: The Workplace” Version

Inspector Pepperpinku redii

In addition to the familiar faces of Tommy Lee Jones and Koji Yakusho, comedian Yasuko also appears in the commercial for Suntory’s bottled coffee, Craft Boss.

Set around a stakeout, the ad ends with a humorous twist: the person they thought was the suspect they were pursuing turns out to be Yasuko.

The commercial highlights that Craft Boss is the perfect companion for work.

Suntory “You Like JAPANESE WHISKY, Don’t You?” Version

You like whisky, don’t you?Nakanaka Yoshie / Nakamura Kaho / Mochida Kaori

This is a Suntory Whisky commercial that pairs footage of the Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries with narration stating that the distilleries’ quality directly leads to the delicious taste of the whisky.

The sophisticated visuals are incredibly stylish and likely caught many viewers’ attention.

The BGM is the familiar “Do You Like Whisky?” often heard in Suntory Whisky ads, but this time it’s sung by three artists—Yoshie Nakano, Kaho Nakamura, and Kaori Mochida.

It’s a different take from the version sung by Sayuri Ishikawa, showcasing each singer’s unique charm.

Suntory Goma Mugicha: “If your blood pressure tops 130, reach for Suntory Goma Mugicha”

Song of Ultra SevenFuyuki Tooru

Ultraseven (Character Tribute) Ultraseven Theme [ENG SUBS]
Song of Ultra SevenFuyuki Tooru

This is a commercial for Suntory’s Goma Mugicha (Sesame Barley Tea) featuring the memorable tagline recommending it for people with slightly high blood pressure.

In the ad, Katsumi Takahashi, Zen Kajihara, and Sairi Ito receive health check results showing their blood pressure is on the high side and feel down, when a representative from the Comprehensive Medical Checkup Association appears and recommends Goma Mugicha.

The background music uses an instrumental version of “Ultraseven no Uta.” Its bright tone with a striking, lush orchestral sound is quite appealing.

Suntory BOSS Alien Jones: 'Human History' Edition

Moon RiverTeshima Aoi

Many of you might remember this commercial that aired in 2009.

It depicts humanity hard at work throughout history—cavemen chasing mammoths, ancient Egyptians building the pyramids, and ancient Chinese constructing the Great Wall.

It then ends by showing people working in the modern day.

Even while saying we’re always working, the warm narration makes you feel proud of it.

Enhancing that gentle atmosphere is the background music, Moon River.

Originally sung by Audrey Hepburn in the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, this commercial uses the version performed by Aoi Teshima.

Suntory Kodawari Sakaba Lemon Sour <Light and Savory> “Revival Rising (Release Announcement)” Version

William Tell OvertureShinnosuke Mitsushima

[Yuri Simonov] William Tell Overture Gioachino Rossini: Opera “William Tell”, Overture (March of the Swiss Army)
William Tell Overture Shinnosuke Mitsushima

This commercial features Shinnosuke Mitsushima gradually entering the scene and introducing Tannrei Umakuchi from Kodawari Sakaba no Lemon Sour with light, lively movements.

It highlights the flavor created by a golden ratio, and the smiles of the people around him clearly convey how delicious it is.

The music that further enhances the fun atmosphere of the visuals is the William Tell Overture, lightly sung by Shinnosuke Mitsushima.

The repeated “tan” syllable sung to the melody connects with the word “tanrei” (crisp and refined), adding a sense of lightness.