Complete collection of car commercials and commercial songs. A comprehensive showcase of CM/ads and CM songs for domestic and foreign car brands.
When you watch TV, you probably see a lot of commercials, and among them, car commercials are especially frequent, aren’t they?
That’s no surprise—there are eight manufacturers whose ads are commonly seen in Japan, and when you add overseas brands to the mix, it’s only natural that you’ll come across car commercials often.
What’s more, each manufacturer chooses music that perfectly fits their commercials, and each of those songs often becomes a hot topic with people asking, “Whose song is that?”
In this article, we’ll introduce those buzzworthy car maker commercials along with the songs featured in them.
You’re likely to find a commercial you happened to see—or a catchy song you heard in one of them.
Let’s dive right in.
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Latest CM songs (1–10)
familieMrs. GREEN APPLE
This is a commercial for the Freed, which underwent a full model change in 2024, promoting its comfortable interior created by a flat floor design all the way to the third row.
The CM features Motoki Omori, the vocalist of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE, which sparked major buzz among fans.
Their song “familie” is also used as the background music.
As the title suggests, the theme centers on family and love, and the car-themed lyrics tailored to the CM are particularly memorable.
Into The WildGLAY
If you hear the chorus, you’ll go, “Oh, that song from the commercial!”—GLAY’s “Into the Wild.” This track, which was used in Subaru’s LEVORG “ONEDAY” commercial, likely made many people think for a moment, “Wait, is this really a GLAY song?” The song is included on GLAY’s 25th-anniversary best-of album, “REVIEW II ~BEST OF GLAY~,” released in 2020.
With its somewhat exotic and bewitching melody, it’s a track that represents a new frontier for GLAY.
Done with California (feat. Victor Lundberg)Birgersson Lundberg
A commercial that looks back on Yosuke Sugino’s accumulating career while finding common ground with the Corolla Touring.
With “evolution” as the shared keyword, it conveys that the accumulation of experience and a drive to improve are essential for taking the next step.
The song that heightens Sugino’s refreshing presence and the bright, open atmosphere of the visuals is “Done with California (feat.
Victor Lundberg).” Its light sound vividly evokes the joys of everyday life, while the expansive vocals strongly suggest a sense of reaching outward and an ambition to grow.
Latest commercial songs (11–20)
presentNEW!JITTERIN’JINN
This commercial looks back on the cars Daihatsu has released so far through animation, conveying how they have supported people’s lives.
A key point is the focus on compact cars, which highlights the company’s commitment to usability.
Enhancing the cheerful atmosphere of the visuals even more is a parody of Jitterin’ Jinn’s song “Present.” While keeping the original’s light, breezy sound, the lyrics describe how Daihatsu’s cars have supported everyday life.
A Place for the SoulMacaroni Enpitsu
The Nissan Sakura “The Kei Car That Became an EV” commercial is striking, with cherry blossoms swirling as the electric vehicle drives by.
The refreshing ad, featuring a car zipping through the city, uses the song “Tamaushi no Ibasho” (“Where the Soul Belongs”).
It was created in 2022 by the rock band Macaroni Empitsu, known for their popular songs about life and love.
The bright, mid-tempo band sound leaves a strong impression.
Hattori’s emotional vocals deliver a message that is both heartrending and warm, resonating deeply.
It’s a moving track that portrays human connection.
The World feat. Moto from Chilli Beans. & Who-ya ExtendedKERENMI
This commercial, which shows Shizuka Ishibashi inviting an acquaintance for a drive over the phone, is for Honda’s SUV, the VEZEL.
Many viewers were likely captivated by Ishibashi’s expressions as she drives around to various places and enjoys herself.
The background music features a track from KERENMI, a project by Koichi Tsutaya.
The song, featuring Moto and Who-ya, has an urban, light, and lively vibe.
Tokyo VICTORYSouthern All Stars
The song featured in the FORESTER “Let’s Adventure More: Winter Conquest” commercial is Southern All Stars’ “Tokyo VICTORY.” Released in 2014, it’s the band’s 55th single.
With lyrics that embody the essence of Southern All Stars and resonate with anyone, the song has a refreshing, exhilarating feel that evokes a clear blue sky.
Although the title includes “Tokyo,” it’s a track packed tightly with themes like hometown, dreams, and hope.