SoftBank commercials are popular for their various series, starting with the Shirato Family, featuring the white dog father as the mascot.
The star-studded casts—popular actors, athletes, and comedians—always become a hot topic.
The music used also draws attention: in addition to classic pieces commonly heard in commercials and popular Western songs, tracks by well-known Japanese artists are featured as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce the songs used in SoftBank’s commercials.
If there’s a tune you heard in a CM and want to know the title or who sings it, be sure to check it out!
SoftBank commercial songs: from classic hits to trending tracks, all introduced at once! (1–10)
SoftBank Shirato Family: Filial Piety / Proverbs / That Construction / Mother's Misunderstanding
Dance of the Reed Flutes (from The Nutcracker)Pyotr Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker – Dance of the Reed Flutes (Act II) [Naxos Classical Curations #Energetic]
SoftBank Commercial: 'Shirato Family – Filial Piety' Edition
This is a commercial that introduces the contents of Peitoku through conversations within the Shirato family.
However, in this particular ad, instead of the cast speaking directly, they hold speech bubbles with lines written on them, and the dialogue is added later as voice-over—a distinctive stylistic choice.
The conversations are humorous and entertaining, and among them, the “That Syntax” segment focuses on the so-called “middle-aged man texting style,” delivering laugh-out-loud moments.
The background music features The Shepherds’ Dance from The Nutcracker, a familiar tune in the Shirato Family series of commercials.
Many people probably recognize the melody but don’t know its title, don’t you think?
SoftBank OPPO Reno10 Pro 5G Divine Charging “Don’t Rush Me” Version
Seikai-chan and Kafu-chan’s Errand CapriccioSouth of South
Seikai-chan and Kafu-chan’s Errand Capriccio
Don't rush me, don't rush me #GodCharging #NewCM #MaikaSasaki #HitomiSuzuki
This is a SoftBank commercial introducing a “god-tier fast-charging” smartphone that charges faster than ever.
The ad features Maika Sasaki from the idol group =LOVE and Hitomi Suzuki from ≠ME.
Just before heading out, Suzuki realizes her phone has no battery, but the spot highlights the charging speed by showing it fully charge while she dances.
The background music is the Vocaloid track “Seikai-chan and Kafu-chan’s Errand Rhapsody,” produced by Minami no Minami, which pairs perfectly with the visuals and concept.
The song has a brisk, bustling tempo and an adorably charming vibe.
SoftBank iPhone 11 Pro / iPhone 11 “Stairway to the Moon” Edition
FolktaleMrs. GREEN APPLE
Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Folktale【LIVE from 『EDEN no SONO』】
The song featured in SoftBank’s iPhone commercial where Suzu Hirose climbs a ladder reaching toward the moon is Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s “Folktale.” Included as a B-side to the single “Boku no Koto,” this track was reportedly created with the goal of being fun for everyone to sing together.
True to that purpose, it offers a gentle melody that seems perfect for group singing at live shows.
The title “Folktale” means a traditional folk story, and as the name suggests, the song portrays the idea that people have always lived, learned, and walked forward together like this.
Listening to it somehow puts you in a kind, warm mood!
Aqua Timez 'Ketsui no Asa ni' Music Video (Theme song of the film 'Brave Story')
SoftBank commercial: “The goal is above yourself” (90 seconds)
The video focuses on a woman who has been involved with basketball since she was little, portraying the effort she has steadily built up.
As she keeps working hard, the number of shots she takes increases, expressing the idea that her efforts will eventually lead to results.
The song that further emphasizes the powerful scenes of perseverance depicted in the video is Aqua Timez’s “Ketsui no Asa ni.” Its band sound, carried by a gentle rhythm, is striking and conveys both strength and tenderness.
SoftBank iPhone Shirato Family “Shirato Family: So Surprised That…” Edition
Dance of the Reed Flutes (from The Nutcracker)Pyotr Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker – Dance of the Reed Flutes (Act II) [Naxos Classical Curations #Energetic]
This is a commercial that humorously showcases how astonishingly powerful the new iPhone—also available from SoftBank—is through comedic reactions.
The moment the Shirato family hears how powerful it is, they’re stunned and get blown backward endlessly, creating a distinctive world that conveys the impact.
The bold visuals are paired with the piece “Dance of the Mirlitons” from The Nutcracker.
With its light, gentle high tones, the music evokes a relaxed sense of fun.
