List of commercials featuring Sho Sakurai
Sho Sakurai, known as a member of the national idol group Arashi, is also active as a TV personality, host, and actor.
In this article, we’ve picked and introduced commercials featuring Sho Sakurai from past to present.
From Aflac to in Jelly, there are plenty of popular ads.
Some of them even feature co-starring appearances with other Arashi members.
Sho Sakurai appears in an especially large number of commercials, so we think you’ll enjoy a wide variety of them.
Sakurai Sho’s Commercial Appearances Summary (1–10)
7-Eleven: “Mission!?” VersionSho Sakurai, Yuki Amami
Sho Sakurai and Yuki Amami appear as 7‑Eleven clerks, introducing hot snacks such as fried chicken.
However, in this commercial series, it’s actually revealed that Sakurai is an alien who has come to Earth.
Then, a boy who comes to the store as a customer suddenly speaks in the language of space, asking Sakurai, “You haven’t forgotten the mission, right?” It really makes you wonder who the boy actually is and what the mission entails—leaving you eager to see what happens next.
Taisho Pharmaceutical VICKS “tech ‘throa’gy” / “Tech ‘Nod’gy”Sho Sakurai
Sho Sakurai appears in a VICKS commercial as a special research fellow.
He confidently explains that VICKS containing the ingredient CPC works when your voice is hoarse or your throat feels scratchy.
At the end of the commercial, he makes a pun combining “technology” and “throat” and repeats “techno-doji.” It’s a humorous and approachable ad.
Morinaga Seika Carré de Chocolat “Reward Carré-do” VersionSho Sakurai
This commercial depicts Sho Sakurai’s casual everyday life and conveys that Carré de Chocolat is perfect for moments of relaxation.
It shows a brief break during cleaning, and in a gentle tone it also describes the chocolate as a luxurious treat to reward yourself.
Framing it as a reward time after accidentally knocking something over, it makes you feel how it helps refresh your mood.
7-Eleven: “Aliens Appear” / “Even Aliens Are Shocked” / “Even Aliens Feel Fluffy”Sho Sakurai, Masaki Aiba, Yuki Amami
This commercial features a unique world where aliens who have come to Earth transform into figures resembling Sho Sakurai and Masaki Aiba, and from there, it portrays their connection with 7-Eleven.
The story begins when the owner, Yuki Amami, invites the two to work part-time, and the aliens go on to experience a series of surprises through their part-time jobs.
It cheerfully conveys how anyone can easily enjoy services that even amaze aliens—like rice balls packed with fillings and freshly made bread.
House Foods Vermont Curry “The Heart of Vermont Curry”Sho Sakurai
In celebration of House Vermont Curry’s 60th anniversary, a lineup of past packages makes an appearance in a commercial that conveys a confident message: the brand has continued to evolve and be loved.
Seeing Sho Sakurai reflect on the journey so far, along with scenes of families enjoying Vermont Curry, you can feel how it has supported their happiness.
The spot ends with Sakurai’s warm smile, leaving the impression that it expresses Vermont Curry’s approachability and a flavor anyone can enjoy.
Morinaga Confectionery in Jelly: “Is Humanity’s Enemy… Summer?! Summer Reinforcements!” EditionSho Sakurai
Summer in Japan seems to be getting harsher with each passing year, and many people may find their appetite waning.
This commercial even describes such a severe summer as “the enemy of humanity.” It goes on to show that Weider in Jelly is the perfect way to recharge your energy during the scorching heat.
The dynamic, movie-trailer-like presentation leaves a strong impression.
Kao Essential flat “Morning Routine” version / “Rainy Day” versionSho Sakurai, Mikako Tabe
Sho Sakurai and Mikako Tabe appear as a married couple in this commercial, which conveys that Essential makes getting ready easier, starting from their exchange before going out.
Because the hair is so smooth, heat styling works better and getting ready to go out finishes smoothly, leading to more fulfilling time.
A key point is that Sakurai, who is watching, also senses how smooth the preparation is and how beautiful she looks, emphasizing beauty that’s obvious at a glance.
It also appeals to people troubled by unruly hair, saying it becomes more manageable.
The positive tone is also memorable.