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Kanebo’s commercial song. A popular jingle

You often see commercials for Kanebo, a major cosmetics manufacturer, when you’re watching TV, right?

In particular, the KATE commercials often feature popular actresses and artists, so I think they’re ads that really catch your eye.

The music used in Kanebo’s commercials frequently ties in with songs by popular artists or their covers.

In this article, we’ll introduce all the commercial tracks that have been used in Kanebo’s ads so far.

If there’s a song you heard in a commercial that caught your attention, be sure to give it a proper listen.

Kanebo’s commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (1–10)

Kanebo: 'Cosmetics, embrace TAISHI (great ambition).'

Lips, speak passionately of youWatanabe Machiko

KANEBO: “Cosmetics, embrace TAISHI (great ambition).” 60 seconds

This commercial features a moving narration that focuses on the beauty everyone possesses.

Through dynamic scenes of people brimming with vitality and lush nature, Kanebo’s commitment to crafting cosmetics comes through clearly.

The BGM is a choral version of “Kuchibiru yo, Atsuku Kimi wo Katare.” Originally released in 1980 by Machiko Watanabe, the song celebrates radiant women with a focus on the lips.

You guys are kiwi, papaya, and mango, aren’t you?Nakahara Meiko

Meiko Nakahara – You Guys Are Kiwi, Papaya, and Mango, Right? – 1984.04.07
You guys are kiwi, papaya, and mango, aren’t you?Nakahara Meiko

It was released in 1984 as Meiko Nakahara’s sixth single.

The song was used as the theme for Kanebo’s summer cosmetics campaign, with lyrics and music by Meiko Nakahara.

It’s a pop song with her signature tropical and Latin flavor, and it became her biggest hit.

“Pact Nagasawa” version

Just The Way You AreBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are (Official Music Video)
Just The Way You AreBruno Mars

The song used in the 2016 Coffret D’or commercial featuring Masami Nagasawa and Makiko Takizawa was “Just The Way You Are.” It’s Bruno Mars’s debut single released in 2010—a massive hit by the Grammy-winning, globally beloved melody maker.

A love song about liking someone exactly as they are, its outstanding pop sensibility and soothing vocals never fail to move you whenever you listen.

It’s a classic wrapped in a sweet, bright charm that can lift your spirits even when you’re feeling a bit down.

Kanebo commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (11–20)

Sweet FateUA

UA – Sweet Destiny – LIVE AMETORA 1998 Sweet Destiny
Sweet FateUA

Released in 1997 as UA’s seventh single in total.

The lyrics were written by UA, and the song was used in a Kanebo “Testimo II” commercial.

Although UA was on maternity leave at the time, the track was rushed into production in December of the previous year, and it went on to become the best-selling single of her career.

Kanebo in 1984

Rock’n RougeMatsuda Seiko

It was released in 1984 as Seiko Matsuda’s 16th single.

The song, which Seiko Matsuda appeared in as the image song for Kanebo Cosmetics’ Spring ’84 campaign, was written and composed by Takashi Matsumoto and Kureta Kayo.

It has a European disco style and conveys a springlike impression.

YOU DON’T GIVE UPKahara Tomomi

A gentle, heartwarming single by Tomomi Kahala where piano and strings softly embrace the listener—her tenth single.

Originally a recut from the acclaimed 1997 album “storytelling,” it was released as a single in April 1998.

The song’s appeal lies in its warm message of encouragement, as if gently nudging someone you care about forward.

Kahala’s vocals express this with delicate yet resolute strength.

It was also featured in a Kanebo Cosmetics commercial and reached No.

7 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It’s the kind of anthem that gives you the courage to face tomorrow, whether you want to cheer someone on or need support when you feel like you might falter yourself.

COFFRET D’OR Beautiful Skin, Vivid Color Swirl “Cheek” Edition

So BeautifulMay J.

May J. / “So Beautiful” MUSIC VIDEO (included in the single “ReBirth” released on 2/25) (short ver.)
So BeautifulMay J.

So Beautiful,” the Coffret D’or commercial song featuring May J.

herself, is included on her best-of album “May J.

W BEST – Original & Covers –,” which compiles both her 2015 original and the cover version.

It’s an empowering anthem for women with a sparkling aura, brimming with bright energy that makes it feel like you’re reborn and the world changes with you.

May J.’s soft, joyful vocals make it a wonderful track—light and uplifting, sure to put a spring in your step!