A roundup of JR Central commercials. The direction that conveys the allure of travel is captivating, and the music is also a highlight!
In addition to the Tokaido Shinkansen connecting Tokyo and Osaka, JR Central operates conventional railway lines in the Tokai region.
Many of you have probably used the Tokaido Shinkansen at some point, haven’t you?
JR Central’s commercials, many of which feature the Shinkansen, are actively broadcast.
In this article, we’ll introduce all of JR Central’s commercials that have aired so far.
The highlights are the commercials that capture the joy of travel, and we encourage you to pay attention to the music as you watch.
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JR Central commercial roundup: Captivating direction that conveys the charm of travel, with music worth noting! (21–30)
JR Central: Yes, let’s go to Kyoto. Spring 2022
The commercial for ‘Kyoto, Let’s Go’ that aired in the spring of 2022 is crafted to focus on spring flowers—such as cherry blossoms, plum blossoms, and wisteria—blooming throughout the historic city of Kyoto.
The combination of Tasuku Emoto’s calm, soothing narration and the beautiful floral imagery is wonderful, making it a commercial you’ll want to watch again and again.
JR Central (JR Tokai) — Yes, let’s go to Kyoto. Spring 2022 “Kyoto in Bloom” edition.
This is a promotional commercial for the “Kyoto in Bloom” campaign, set in springtime Kyoto and aired in the spring of 2022.
The campaign focuses on flowers blooming in Kyoto in spring beyond just cherry blossoms, highlighting attractions you may not have known before.
Many viewers were likely captivated by the graceful, beautiful imagery.
JR Central commercials roundup: captivating presentations that convey the allure of travel, with music that deserves attention! (31–40)
JR Central: Yes, let’s go to Kyoto. Autumn 2022 “Takao” edition
This is a 2022 commercial that introduces autumn in Kyoto, narrated by Tasuku Emoto.
Titled the “Takao” edition, it showcases the autumn foliage at temples and shrines in the Takao area, including Jingo-ji, Kozan-ji, and Saimyo-ji.
The breathtakingly beautiful and evocative visuals make you feel like you want to go there and see it with your own eyes.
JR Central (Central Japan Railway Company) 'Yes, let's go to Kyoto.' 2019 Spring — Spring is dawn / Sunrise version — 30 seconds
“My Favorite Things,” a song from the musical The Sound of Music, is not only featured in the show but also known as a jazz standard.
In this JR Central “Yes, let’s go to Kyoto” commercial, you can enjoy an arrangement by Tokyo Shiokouji.
It perfectly captures the atmosphere of a Kyoto morning.