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New Web Commercial Series Featuring Diane Tsuda and Uta Abe

In an exciting collaboration, popular comedian Diane Tsuda will share the screen with judo star Uta Abe in a new web commercial series for Times Car, beginning its rollout on January 23. This series, titled "Tsuda President Faces a Dilemma!!", features eight engaging episodes, targeting small businesses with practical solutions through Times Car's car-sharing services.

The catchphrase for the series, "Suisui Go!", promotes the benefits of Times Car in reducing missed sales opportunities for small enterprises while enhancing the efficiency of sales activities and accounting tasks. Diane Tsuda plays the role of Tsuda, the third-generation president of a fictional small company, Tsuda Shoji. Uta Abe, recognized for her talents on the judo mat, steps in as a savvy employee helping Tsuda navigate challenging situations.

Dramatic Encounter in the Commercial

In one of the web CM episodes, titled "I Want a Company Car but It's Expensive!", Tsuda, faced with the decision to acquire company vehicles, becomes overwhelmed by the associated costs, including maintenance and fuel. Struggling to decide, he exclaims, "What should I do?!", showing a hint of panic. Just then, Uta Abe enters the scene as the proactive employee who introduces Times Car, explaining that this solution involves zero maintenance costs and can be integrated seamlessly as a company vehicle.

Initially surprised by Abe's sudden appearance, Tsuda quickly comes to terms with the information, eagerly exclaiming, "That sounds great!" The enthusiasm builds as he envisions an enhanced sales force for his company, declaring, "Now, we can go smoothly!" The final scene captures a humorous exchange, with Tsuda enthusiastically repeating the phrase "Suisui Go!" while Abe encourages his decision with a thumbs-up, all smiles. This joyful and comedic portrayal aims to resonate with viewers, underscoring the advantages of Times Car.

Web Commercial Series Overview

The web commercial series includes eight different episodes:

• - "I Want a Company Car but It's Expensive!"
• - "Without a Company Car, We Can't Make Enough Visits"
• - "Not Enough Company Cars During Busy Seasons"
• - "Can’t Rent a Car for Early Morning Sales"
• - "Inefficient Bike Sales During Bad Weather"
• - "Handling Large Amounts of Cargo"
• - "Complicated Receipt Verification and Utilization Management"
• - "Complicated Receipt Verification and Utilization Management (Parking Fee Version)"

Viewers can catch these episodes on Times Car’s official X account and Instagram page.

Cast Profiles

Diane Tsuda, born on May 27, 1976, in Shiga Prefecture, rose to fame as a comedian after forming the duo Diane with fellow comedian Yusuke in 2000. Since then, he has become a popular figure on various television programs, even co-hosting the FNS 27-Hour TV comedy festival in 2023. His impressive career includes two consecutive M-1 Grand Prix finals.

Uta Abe, born on July 14, 2000, in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, is a notable judoka and member of the Park 24 Judo Club. She made headlines for being the youngest winner of the IJF World Judo Tour in February 2017 and has won numerous gold medals in World Championships and Olympic competitions, serving as a source of national pride.

About Times Car

Times Car was launched in 2009 as an innovative car-sharing service designed to be accessible and affordable. With the concepts of "Convenient," "Economical," and "User-friendly," the service features a massive network of nearly 27,000 stations across Japan, providing over 64,000 vehicles to more than 3.6 million members as of December 2025. This service continues to evolve, bringing convenience and ease to countless users nationwide.