Honey Lemon Soda Manga Reaches Its Final Chapter After a Decade
The shojo world is buzzing with some very big news. Mayu Murata's beloved series, Honey Lemon Soda, is finally coming to an end. It has been confirmed that the manga will reach its final episode in the May issue of Ribon magazine, published by Shueisha, which is set to hit the stands on April 3rd. For many of us who have followed the journey of Uka and Kai since the beginning, it really feels like the end of an era.
A Look Back at a Sweet Journey
It is quite amazing to think that Honey Lemon Soda has been with us for so many years now. The series first started its serialization in the February 2016 issue of Ribon. Over the last ten years, it has grown from a simple school romance into a massive phenomenon. The story was so popular that it even got a live-action movie adaptation back in 2021, and more recently, a TV anime in 2025 that fans were waiting for very eagerly. If you are wondering why this sweet romance is a must read, you just have to look at how much the characters have grown over the chapters.
Special Treats in the Final Issues
Shueisha is making sure that the series goes out with a proper bang. The April issue of Ribon, which was released today on March 3rd, is already celebrating the upcoming climax. This issue features Honey Lemon Soda on the cover and includes beautiful color pages. Interestingly, there is also an extra edition where the character Moka takes the lead role, giving fans a bit of a different perspective before the main story concludes.
Looking ahead to the May issue, things are going to be even more grand:
- Magazine Cover: The series will once again feature on the main cover of Ribon.
- Lead Color Feature: The final chapter will open with a special color spread at the very beginning of the magazine.
- Extra Content: Readers can expect extra pages to ensure the story gets the detailed ending it deserves.
- Character Focus: While Moka had her spotlight in the extra, the finale will bring everything back to Uka Ishimori and Kai Miura.
Final Thoughts on the Climax
The way Mayu Murata has written this story, it has touched the hearts of so many young readers. Seeing Uka go from a shy "stone" to a confident girl has been truly inspiring. This is exactly why this sweet romance is a must read and must watch for any shojo lover out there. As we wait for the April 3rd release, we can only hope for a beautiful ending that does justice to their ten-year-long journey. It is surely going to be a very emotional goodbye for the fans.
