[JapanUrbanLegend] Keiko Matsuzaka's 1985 Kleenex Commercial

 

The 1985 commercial featuring Matsuzaka Keiko shows her waving Kleenex tissues in front of a baby dressed as an oni. It features a red background and the eerie song "It's a Fine Day." The unique and creepy direction of the commercial has made it memorable for many, forming the basis of various urban legends.

Urban Legends

Several rumors have spread regarding this commercial. The main points include:

  1. The Baby's Fate: There are stories claiming that the baby featured in the ad is no longer alive, allegedly having died in a traffic accident.
  2. Cameraman's Accident: Some say that the cameraman died in a sauna due to equipment malfunction after the shoot.
  3. Actress's Mental Struggles: Rumors also circulated that Matsuzaka Keiko suffered from severe neurosis and received hospital treatment.
  4. Source of the Music: There were tales suggesting that the background music is a "devil's mass."
  5. Cursed Video: It was said that if the ad is played at midnight, the screen distorts and strange images appear.

This commercial has gained notoriety internationally, being discussed by various occult-themed YouTubers. In South Korea, it has also been associated with the concept of 'immortal Kleenex.'

Truth

While the eerie nature of the ad is factual, the aforementioned legends are entirely fabricated. In the 1980s, Japan often produced commercials with frightening atmospheres, using such methods for awareness or noise marketing. As of 2024, Matsuzaka Keiko is still alive and well.

The song "It's a Fine Day," composed by British musician Edward Barton, is a surreal but not frightening piece. It became a hit in 1992 when covered by "Opus III."

In conclusion, while the commercial evokes a spooky vibe, the associated rumors are not true.




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