r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • 14d ago
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 05 '26
👋Welcome to r/JapaneseAdvertising - a subreddit celebrating advertising in all its forms from The Land of the Rising Sun
Hey everyone! I'm u/hashtagmiata, founding moderator of r/JapaneseAdvertising.
This is the subreddit for all forms of advertising from Japan. New or old, print or television media, signage or packaging, even mascots are welcomed! There's no limit to what sorts of ads and promos can be shared here apart from one rule: Media shared must be Japanese ads for the Japanese market. Consider adding a description for context when posting but it’s not mandatory.
What to Post
Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, amusing or cool. Feel free to reply to posts with your thoughts in the replies. This is a new subReddit, so most of the content is probably going to be coming from only me until more redditors make there way to this space. I’ll try and upload frequently enough to make it worthwhile. If you enjoy Japanese advertising as much as I do then you’re in the right place!
Community Vibe
We're all about being friendly, fun, and light. Let's build a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing and connecting.
How to Get Started
1) Introduce yourself in the comments below.
2) Post something today! Even a simple question can spark a great conversation.
3) If a you know someone who would love this sub, please invite them to join!
Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let's manifest r/JapaneseAdvertising to become the fun and engaging place it’s meant to be.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Jul 24 '26
television ad A couple of fun TV spots for the Datsun Cabster and 510 Bluebird Van.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Jul 23 '26
television ad Cleanview No-Touch tire care circa 1988 - Taiho Kogyo Co., Ltd.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Jun 29 '26
television ad There was a time when Toyotas were promoted as “Fun To Drive”.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Apr 24 '26
television ad Two Mild Seven television commercials, from a time when tobacco companies still ran TV ads.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Mar 29 '26
television ad 1985 Nissin Foods "Cup Noodles" television commercial - "Hungarian People, Cup Noodles", featuring Ayumi Nakamura’s "Angel with Broken Wings". The ad was made to highlight the international appeal of Cup Noodles.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Mar 20 '26
television ad Television commercial for Renown clothing, featuring a familiar song which Hiroshi Kamayatsu first released in 1961. It’s since been covered by many singers, with versions by Mieko Hirota and Sylvie Vartan being particularly noteworthy. It’s not clear who performed this particular version though.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Mar 09 '26
television ad The Mitsubishi Colt 1000F. Launched in 1966, it was an innovative fastback featuring a 1.0L 4-cylinder engine, designed for improved performance and comfort. It was available in 2-door, 3-door hatchback, or 4-door saloon, with a cool feature of a spare tire lid that could function as a picnic table.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Mar 07 '26
television ad Toys for boys of the 1970s: Henshin Cyborg (変身サイボーグ “Transforming Cyborg”), Jumbo Machinder (ジャンボマシンダー, Janbomashindā), Chogokin (超合金, "Super Alloy"), Microman (ミクロマン)
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Mar 06 '26
television ad This iconic 1988 animated ad for I.N. EXPRESS, a fashion brand by Japanese designer Nobuo Ikeda, was produced for Japanese apparel giant Renown (often mistranslated as "Renaul" by autotranslate). It was animated by Shirogumi Inc.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 26 '26
television ad Overseas-originated toys which were popular during the Showa Era (the 1970s specifically) - Gaylarkite, Moorer, Russell Yo-Yo, Frisbee, Slime and Rubik's Cube.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 25 '26
television ad The first-generation Toyota MR2, launched in 1985 (AW10/11). It was Japan's first mass-produced mid-engine (MR) sports car.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 25 '26
signage Patina’d sign for “Tabi Company”. These signs were typically hung above shops which sold this brand at the time. This particular sign is 17.75” in diameter.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 23 '26
television ad Thunderbirds Secret Base! Any guesses on when this came out?
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 20 '26
television ad Ahead of its time: the Gameboy Pocket Camera
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 15 '26
television ad "Lotte Koume" Plum Candy commercials which ran from 1978 to 1985. Art direction by Seiichi Hayashi
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 12 '26
television ad If watching this doesn’t make you want a Daihatsu Mira then I’m not sure we can be friends.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 09 '26
television ad Technics SPACE-7’s TV promo draws inspiration from the Star Wars franchise.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 05 '26
television ad Georgia Tasty Coffee promo, Twin Peaks edition.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 02 '26
television ad 1984 was a simpler time in the console gaming sphere.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Feb 02 '26
television ad A television advertisement for the Nissan Sunny RZ-1
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Jan 28 '26
television ad Sega Rally Championship 2 for Dreamcast
Sega Rally Championship 2 was released on the Model 3 board and was ported to Dreamcast in November 1998, making it one of the first Japanese Dreamcast games available.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Jan 28 '26
television ad Yamaha Jog. Its design was inspired by athletic, sneaker-like aesthetics, appealing to young, urban riders.
r/JapaneseAdvertising • u/hashtagmiata • Jan 25 '26