Summary of SoftBank commercials: The humorous ads, such as the Shirato Family series, are especially appealing.
When it comes to commercials from SoftBank, one of the major mobile carriers, the Shirato family series featuring the white dog father leaves a strong impression, doesn’t it?
Not only are there many delightfully surreal touches that make them entertaining, but the father dog also has a lot of fans.
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In this article, we’ll showcase all the SoftBank commercials produced to date.
Enjoy as you watch, paying attention to the stories and direction.
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SoftBank commercial roundup: Charming humorous ads like the Shirato Family (41–50)
SoftBank Shirato Family “Asking for Directions in NY” 30-second version
The lively classical piece often heard in SoftBank’s Shirato Family commercials is one many people have probably listened to at least once.
The piece is “Dance of the Reed Flutes” from The Nutcracker, composed by the Russian composer Tchaikovsky.
Written as ballet music, it’s considered one of Tchaikovsky’s three great ballets.
Its brisk, slightly comical melody is a perfect match for the skit-like back-and-forth of the Shirato Family.
You could even say this piece is what further heightens the fun atmosphere of the commercials!
SoftBank “Giga Monster” Shirato Family “Godzilla Live Commentary” Version 30 Seconds
It’s a masterpiece by Akira Ifukube that has been used consistently as Godzilla’s theme from the first film in 1954 all the way to the latest installments.
If you’re Japanese, you’ve almost certainly heard this melody at least once.
The way the arrangement skillfully employs irregular time signatures to enhance Godzilla’s eeriness—while still making the shifting rhythms feel completely natural—really makes you think, “as expected of the master!” I’d venture that it’s one of the pieces that had a major influence on musicians in what later came to be called progressive rock.
I’ll admit, I’m actually one of those people myself!
SoftBank Sayuri Yoshinaga “Always Dream (National)” Version
In the commercial featuring Yuriko Yoshinaga, “Itsudemo Yume o (Nationwide),” which showcases the wonderful smiles of SoftBank employees working at stores across Japan, the 1962 duet “Itsudemo Yume o” by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga is used.
The two singers’ voices are both gentle and flowing, drawing you in as you listen.
The song expresses feelings of admiration for that special girl who’s always singing.
If you want to reminisce about the good old Showa era, be sure to give it a listen.
SoftBank Music Project “New Era” Edition
That masculine singing voice is irresistible.
This song was used in a SoftBank Music Project commercial and is sung by Hiroji Miyamoto, the vocalist of the rock band Elephant Kashimashi.
It’s included on his first solo album, “Miyamoto, Doppo,” released in 2020.
Some of you may have thought, “Miyamoto doing hip-hop!?” The final result feels like his burning passion is carried on his voice, piercing deeply into the heart.
Give it a listen when you’re feeling down.
SoftBank “5G Virtual Grand Chorus” Version
A signature song by Arashi that colored Japan.
It also made a striking impression in SoftBank’s “5G Virtual Mass Choir” commercial that aired from late 2020 into 2021, featuring the members of Arashi.
Speaking of Arashi! The sparkling melody crafted by the music unit youth case makes your heart dance, wrapping you in a positive, happy world.
It’s such a cheerful track that you can’t help but smile while listening.
Ohno’s ad-libbing in the latter half is fantastic, too! It’s a pop tune that never loses its shine, even as the times keep changing.
SoftBank “Everyone’s Family Discount” Shiroto Family “Father’s Occupation” Version 30 seconds
Power Hall was composed by Susumu Hirasawa, a pioneer of techno music, and was included on New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s first album, New Japan Pro-Wrestling: Super Fighters’ Themes, released in 1980.
It has been used in the commercial “Everyone Family Discount,” in the Shirato Family series, episode ‘Father’s Occupation.
’ Throughout most of the track, the main motif is repeated, and the synthesizer timbres seem to evoke an unknown strength.
It’s a piece of techno music that has long been loved by pro-wrestling fans.
SoftBank “We’re All Family Discount” Shirato Family: “Ryoma Finally Finds His Brother!!” Edition
This song is used in the commercial for the Minna Kazoku-wari (Everyone Family Discount) service, the Shirato Family “Ryoma Finally Finds His Older Brother!!” edition.
Watching a cute child grow up is truly a joy, isn’t it? Seeing a child who was once a tiny baby now walking hand in hand with you is so adorable it overflows with love.
Kiyama Yusaku’s “home,” which sings about those precious family moments and warmth, is the perfect song for parents with children.
As a ballad, it’s also a moving song that, of course, can strengthen the parent–child bond when kids listen to it too.