“NISSAN Abe Reiji -BEYOND THE AVERAGE-” Announces 11th Installment of Nissan Collaboration Radio CM Series “Abe-san Nissan”

The popular radio drama “NISSAN Abe Reiji ~BEYOND THE AVERAGE~” (Sundays 17:00–17:55), which portrays the daily life of an average salaryman and is broadcast on 38 JFN stations nationwide, including TOKYO FM, will air the 11th installment of its collaboration CM series, “Abe-san Nissan,” featuring the drama's cast. The broadcast date for this installment, titled “Rap Advice Room: Sakura Edition,” has been set for May 24.

In the 11th installment of the collaboration series, Heita Iino hosts the “Rap Advice Room,” where he solves listeners' problems through rap. To Ange Mariya, who has been feeling heavy-hearted despite the pleasant weather, Iino suggests spending time in a quiet place. The “quiet place” he proposes is the interior of a Nissan Sakura. With its quiet, smooth, and light driving experience, it helps blow away her heavy feelings.

Scriptwriter Daiki Murakami, who also writes for the program, oversaw the script. Murakami commented, “This is the second installment of the ‘Rap Advice Room,’ combining a counseling session with upbeat rap! This time, original junior character Heita Iino and the energetic character Ange Mariya, whose catchphrase is ‘It will flourish!’, deliver a lively rap performance. Check it out to see if it’s as smooth and ‘whoosh’-like as the Nissan Sakura!”

Please look forward to future installments of the “Abe-san Nissan” collaboration CM series, which will continue to air within the “Abe Reiji” program.

■ “NISSAN Abe Reiji ~BEYOND THE AVERAGE~”

◇ Broadcast Time: Every Sunday 17:00–17:55

◇ Broadcast Area: 38 JFN station network, including TOKYO FM

◇ Program Content: A radio drama depicting the growth of an average salaryman, “Reiji Abe,” as he navigates the rough seas of society. The show's original spin-off drama, “Abe Reiji Z,” is available on various audio platforms, including Spotify.

◇ Program Site: https://www.tfm.co.jp/abe

◇ Official X (@abe_average): @abe_average

◇ Sponsor: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

[About Nissan Sakura]

The Nissan Sakura is a 100% electric light vehicle (EV). With the powerful, quiet, and smooth performance unique to motor-driven EVs, combined with the excellent maneuverability and visibility typical of light vehicles, it makes daily driving comfortable.

Since its launch in 2022, it has been chosen by many customers for its sufficient cruising range for daily commutes and shopping, its high-quality spacious interior, and advanced technologies such as “ProPILOT.”

The minor change in the spring of 2026 refreshed the exterior design to be more high-quality and glamorous, while improving daily usability in terms of functionality.