Commercial songs from the 2000s. A roundup of nostalgic hits from the 00s.
When it comes to Japanese music from the 2000s, many listeners who lived through that era probably find a lot of songs deeply nostalgic.
In particular, for those born in the late ’80s to early ’90s, there are likely countless tracks that accompanied their youth.
Back then, a lot of 2000s J-pop was also widely used in commercials, so you often heard these songs while watching TV.
In this article, we’ll introduce a slew of nostalgic 2000s J-pop tracks that were featured in commercials at the time!
You might come across many songs you haven’t heard in a while, but they’re all tunes that will fill you with nostalgia and warm your heart.
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Aim for tomorrow!TOKIO
This commercial shows Yuko Oshima playing a high school student on her first day of school.
It promotes starting the Shinken Zemi High School Course when you enter high school, and also introduces a limited-time campaign where you can get an electronic Japanese–English dictionary with a listening function.
Oshima’s energetic presence really stands out.
The background music is TOKIO’s “Aiming for Tomorrow!,” written specifically for this commercial.
The lyrics, which encourage pressing forward with hope and looking only ahead, are truly captivating.
TogetherMONKEY MAJIK
This commercial depicts everyday scenes with Subaru cars, highlighting their comfortable ride and sense of security.
It uses gentle, warm visuals to express the joy of driving and the idea that Subaru is perfect for people who enjoy their daily lives.
The song that further emphasizes the calm atmosphere of the footage is MONKEY MAJIK’s “Together.” The piano and acoustic guitar tones are striking, and combined with the conversational style of the vocals, they convey a sense of warmth.
Overall, it’s a track that evokes kindness and human connection.
Commercial songs from the 2000s. A compilation of nostalgic hits from the 00s (31–40)
All of the YouthFujifabric
A newly licensed young man drives his mother and siblings to McDonald’s in this commercial.
Despite his awkward driving, the image of the mother happily enjoying being taken for a drive by her son is memorable.
The CM features “Wakamono no Subete,” a long-standing staple summer song by a rock band, playing in the background.
The sections leading up to the chorus contain many low notes, so it’s especially recommended for men with lower voices.
However, since the melody’s pitch rises and falls, it’s best to listen to it several times carefully before singing!
Original songHof Dylan
Some of you might remember this commercial that aired in 2009 for its super cute direction.
It depicts stand-alone Febreze absorbing unpleasant odors and releasing a pleasant scent, by showing children operating a factory.
And what makes the footage even catchier is the original song by Hoff Dylan.
The catchy melody and vocal work really stick in your head after just one listen.
Your refreshing feelingsZARD
This commercial conveys that 8×4 is perfect for the hot summer, helping keep sweat under control and supporting comfortable days.
It depicts Aya Ueto and her friends enjoying summer events, and their smiles lasting until the end communicate that their comfort is maintained.
The song that further highlights the fun and the refreshing, youthful atmosphere portrayed in the visuals is ZARD’s “Sawayaka na Kimi no Kimochi.” Its buoyant rhythm layered with powerful guitar tones evokes a refreshing feeling of sprinting full-speed through youth.
Izumi Sakai’s clear, expansive vocals are also a key point that emphasizes that refreshing vibe.
Song of LoveStrawberry Flower
Strawberry Flower is a duo whose trademark is a cute, heart-soothing, and warm vocal style.
Their debut single, Ai no Uta, was used as the commercial song for Nintendo’s game Pikmin, and many people of that generation probably found themselves captivated by its striking, unforgettable lyrics as they came through the TV.
The delicate ensemble featuring acoustic guitar has a pleasantness that makes you forget it’s a song for a game commercial.
In fact, it’s a quintessential 2000s commercial tune that has even been covered by Hiroshi Itsuki and French artists.
I can't put it into wordsKazumasa Oda
Kazumasa Oda’s “Kotoba ni Dekinai” is a self-cover of an Off Course song, included on the album LOOKING BACK 2.
It’s a bittersweet ballad in which the sense of yearning is conveyed not only through the sound but also through Oda’s transparent, chorus-layered vocals.
Known for the episode where Oda was moved to tears and couldn’t continue singing, it is a signature song for both Off Course and Kazumasa Oda.
It also became widely known after being used in a Meiji Life Insurance commercial in 1999, which helped it gain popularity across generations.