Asahi Super Dry invites you to ‘Seek What Is Unique’ in first global platform via Havas

Asahi Super Dry, Japan’s No.1 Beer brand, is inviting you to seek what is unique with a new global brand platform. Created by Havas London in collaboration with Havas Creative Network agencies in Australia, Asia, and North America, the campaign introduces a new global brand platform and tag line, ‘Seek What Is Unique’.

The new platform reflects the beer’s distinctive brewing process and unique crisp and refreshing taste profile – otherwise referred to as its signature ‘Karakuchi’ taste – along with the brand’s Experience Seeker audience, who crave something a little more interesting.

It’s brought to life via a 360-campaign, spanning all of Asahi Super Dry’s touchpoints. The platform launches in Australia today with a visually stunning 30” film shot right in the heart of Tokyo and directed by award-winning duo Alaska, through production company Iconoclast. The film follows a couple of friends on a night-time quest through the iconic Japanese city. Showcasing Tokyo’s blend of modern aesthetic and traditional roots, the couple navigate neon streets, narrow alleys and skyline rooftops, before they finally discover a modern bar, with a unique musical act – a singing puffer fish.

3D enabled billboards, including a 360 immersive cube installed in Sydney’s World Square will be bring the platform into city spaces. Meanwhile influencer collaborations will encourage consumers to seek out unique experiences by showcasing Melbourne’s fashion culture and Sydney’s food and arts scene. In January 2026, Asahi Super Dry will take centre court at the Australian Open as the major beer partner—featuring an unmissable Seek What Is Unique bar experience on the Grand Slam Oval and a bold trade precinct takeover.

Alongside the brand platform, a new design system has been created for Asahi Super Dry – bringing consistency across its brand world globally. Inspired by the contrasting nature of Asahi Super Dry – with its relentless craft and precision, and bold, modern Japanese style, the design system constantly flexes this tension throughout. The new brand world encompasses Asahi Super Dry’s visual identity including a new colour palette, graphic system, tone of voice and product photography.

Małgorzata Lubelska, Global and Category Brand Director, Asahi Europe and International, commented: ‘’Our latest brand platform marks a confident and bold step forward in our global brand journey to drive growth. We are celebrating the unique taste of the No.1 Japanese beer as well as the unique culture of modern Japan, tapping into relevant consumer trends, through originality, modernity, and the spirit of discovery – all in pursuit of our goal for Asahi Super Dry to become a modern Japanese icon.‘’

Mark Whelan, Chairman & UK Group Chief Creative Officer, Havas UK, added: ‘’Asahi Super Dry is a genuinely unique beer, in the way it is made and its taste experience. We are honouring that with a cinematic adventure set in the unique and iconic city of Tokyo – blending modern aesthetic with traditional roots – just like the brand itself.‘’

Ben Eyles, Head of Beer, Asahi Beverages, said: “‘Seek What Is Unique’ is a celebration of what makes Asahi Super Dry a standout in Australia. We’ve seen phenomenal growth locally, with Aussies embracing the crisp taste and modern Japanese edge that sets it apart. This new platform brings that uniqueness to life in bold, immersive ways—from 3D billboards and influencer-led storytelling to a major presence at the Australian Open, the campaign is designed to connect with consumers seeking originality and discovery.”

The campaign represents Havas’ first work for the brand since being appointed as global creative agency for Asahi Super Dry outside of Japan in December 2024, following a competitive pitch.

Asahi Super Dry, Global
Malgorzata Lubelska, Category and Global Brands CMO, Asahi Super Dry
Andy Box, Global Head of Brand, Asahi Super Dry
Marianne Caicedo, Global Senior Marketing Manager, Asahi Super Dry
Alice Garton, Global Senior Brand Manager, Asahi Super Dry
Alice Hodgson, Global Senior Brand Manager, Asahi Super Dry

Asahi Super Dry, Australia
Head of Beer, Asahi Beverages Ben Eyles
Marketing Manager, Asahi Super Dry (Australia) Marc Slater
Brand Manager, Asahi Super Dry (Australia) Gianni Cozzi

Creative Agency: Havas London and Havas Australia
Packaging Design consultancy: Purple Design
Agency Production: Prose on Pixels
Media agency: Wavemaker

Director – ALASKA
Production Company – ICONOCLAST

Local Service Company – NAKAMA
Edit House: TenThree