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[February 2025] A roundup of commercials that caught my eye
Among the latest TV commercials making waves in February 2025, many feature songs you can’t help but hum along to and memorable direction that really sticks with you! From Masato Sakai cheerfully shaking Shaka Shaka Potato in the McDonald’s ad to Asahi Beer’s commercial set to Mariya Takeuchi’s classic hit, each spot is brimming with charm that lifts your spirits every time you see it.
In this article, we’ll take a close look at these standout commercials—the performers’ expressions, the music they use, and the creative touches that capture viewers’ hearts.
Latest TV commercials [February 2025] (1–10)
Suntory Goma Mugicha 'March of Goma Mugicha' versionKatsumi Takahashi, Kazuki Iio, Sairi Ito
It’s a commercial that emphasizes lowering blood pressure isn’t easy, and, in addition to being mindful of diet and exercise, recommends drinking Goma Mugicha (sesame barley tea).
The appeal is delivered through a song performed by the cast, resulting in visuals that make you want to keep watching.
UQ mobile UQUEEN 'UQ Parent-Child Support Discount: Support Captain' VersionHikari Mitsushima, Ryuhei Matsuda
This commercial introduces UQ mobile’s great promotional campaigns through events that unfold in the mansion of UQUEEN, played by Hikari Mitsushima.
This time, the story explores the roles of Gachapin and Mukku, who have ended up living there, as they compete with Ryuhei Matsuda for the position of captain of the UQ Parent-Child Support Discount cheer squad.
Seeing Gachapin and Mukku throw themselves wholeheartedly into playing a parent and child—even down to their costumes—makes Hikari Mitsushima and Ryuhei Matsuda burst into laughter, clearly conveying the comedic tone.
Y!mobile Bakabon family turns into cats: “Robust Support” version / “Three Simple Plans” version
In this series of commercials where everyone in the Bakabon family, including Tetsurō Degawa, turns into cats—Bakabon Family, Become Cats—the new “Robust Support” and “Simple Three Plans” spots highlight Y!mobile’s strengths: a powerful support system and the easy-to-understand lineup of just three plans.
The ads are humorous and memorable, featuring laid-back cats that leave a lasting impression.
Nippon Ham Schauessen Power-Spicy “Spiciness” Version / Schauessen Oichi-zu Cheese “Chii” Version
This is a commercial introducing two Schaubessen products: Power-Kara (extra spicy) and Oichii-zu (cheesy).
The two ads have different tones, but both use bold direction with a good sense of humor, making them really fun to watch.
Of course, each product itself looks delicious, and combined with the mouthwatering, sizzle-filled visuals, there’s no doubt they’ll make you want to try them.
Kansai Electric Power: Let the Feelings Shine (Version)
This commercial introduces Kansai Electric Power’s initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions in order to mitigate the progression of global warming.
It highlights their active adoption of renewable energy, nuclear power generation, and even new technologies.
The background music features “Ningen Sanka,” a powerful and moving song by Subaru Shibutani from the 2024 album “Lov U,” whose lyrics inspire listeners to reflect on their own lives.
Ryukakusan Throat Refreshing Tablets: “Even for a Geisha’s Throat”Kimi Isamu
This is a commercial promoting that Ryukakusan Throat Refresh Tablets also help geisha with their throats.
Set to music, it first shows them dancing gracefully, and then reveals that they were secretly carrying the Throat Refresh Tablets.
It highlights how compact they are—easy to carry and easy to pop into the mouth.
The piece playing behind the dance is “Yoi Machigusa,” performed by Ryuta Fujii and Huo Xiaojun.
With its unique Japanese atmosphere created by overlapping flute and erhu, the music enhances a calm yet elegant mood.
Amazon “Smile SALE [New Life] starts Fri, 2/28” version
Speaking of Amazon’s sale commercials, we’re all familiar with that footage of various products moving along a conveyor belt.
This time, since it’s the Spring New Life Sale, a fresh, spring-like green has been strikingly incorporated.
Why not take this opportunity to pick up the various items you’ll need for your new life?