JR’s CM song roundup, including SKISKI and more
When it comes to JR commercials, there are all kinds: ones that showcase beautiful footage of tourist spots around Japan, ones that capture trains in motion, and of course the classic “JR SKISKI” series that appears every winter!
These commercials use music that perfectly matches their imagery—gentle tracks that highlight the beauty of the visuals, or upbeat tunes that convey the exhilarating speed of a train.
Many of the songs featured in the “JR SKISKI” series go on to become beloved winter staples, so there are quite a few standout CM tracks.
In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been used in JR commercials so far.
You’re sure to find those buzzworthy tracks or the ones you heard in a CM and couldn’t get out of your head.
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[Including SKISKI] Summary of JR CM Songs (41–50)
A lonely travelerElephant Kashimashi
It was released in 1996 as Elephant Kashimashi’s 11th single.
The song was issued as the lead single for their eighth album, “Kokoro ni Hana wo,” and was later included on the album.
It was also featured as a JR East commercial song.
[Including SKISKI] Summary of JR Commercial Songs (51–60)
Hymn to Love with stringsTokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra
Featuring scenes from Toyama, Fukui, and Ishikawa—each showcasing their local attractions—this is a commercial from JR West.
It promotes the opening of the Hokuriku Shinkansen once again, and the ad shows Ayami Nakajo actually riding the train.
The background music is “Hymne à l’amour with strings” by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra.
“Hymne à l’amour” was originally a classic chanson sung by France’s Édith Piaf, and many people in Japan may recognize it from Fubuki Koshiji’s cover as well.
I want to hug you.PINK SAPPHIRE
It was released in 1990 as PINK SAPPHIRE’s second single.
Since their first single was a big hit, this second song became their second most successful hit.
It was used as JR East’s ‘’91 Ski Campaign Song.
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Me in the palm of your handHikaru Nishida
It was released in 1990 as Hikaru Nishida’s eighth single.
The song was used in JR West’s “Summer Marine Campaign” commercial, and Hikaru Nishida appeared in the commercials from 1990 to 1997.
It’s an energetic and cheerful song that perfectly matches her image.
Choo Choo TrainZoo
Released in 1991 as ZOO’s fourth single, this signature song sold about 1.
05 million copies.
It was used as the theme song for JR East’s “JR Ski Ski” commercial, and later became an even bigger hit when EXILE covered it.
The high-quality dance performance also drew significant attention.
you’re myPablo Haiku
This is the 2025 version of JR East’s annual ski trip campaign, JR SKISKI.
This time, Yuzu Aoki and Natsuki Deguchi appear, and the ad shows them enjoying their first time snowboarding.
Most of the scenes feature the group having fun together, but there’s a fleeting moment when Aoki and Deguchi lock eyes that really makes your heart skip a beat.
The BGM is “you’re my” by the three-piece band Pablo Haiku, an upbeat, refreshing track written specifically for this commercial.
My Favorite ThingsRichard Rodgers
This is a JR Central commercial that shows the beautiful scenery of Kyoto and heightens the desire to travel there.
The theme here is early summer in Kyoto, conveying the pleasant sensation of wind blowing through lush greenery, accompanied by Tasuku Emoto’s narration.
Further enhancing the gentle atmosphere of the visuals is “My Favorite Things,” well known from the musical The Sound of Music.
Though the tempo is calm, the performance has a lightness to it that evokes a sense of excitement for new experiences.