Honey Lemon Soda
For 15-year-old Uka Ishimori, middle school was the toughest experience she lived through. She was dubbed "Rocky" due to always freezing up in front of other people and was endlessly bullied as a result. Now in high school, she has a chance for a fresh start and to improve herself. But during her first week, she is accidentally soaked in juice by her classmate Kai Miura, a flashy guy with lemon-colored hair. On paper, Kai is everything that Uka lacks-he is popular, aloof, and bold enough to speak his mind. Despite their contrasting personalities, Kai encourages her to slowly come out of her shell, offering a helping hand when others avoided to do so. Although Uka initially wanted to forge friendships, she has realized her true feelings-she has fallen in love with Kai. What started with a lemon soda is about to change Uka and Kai's lives forever.
- 2025-2025
- 1 season
- Crunchyroll
- Animation, Drama
For 15-year-old Uka Ishimori, middle school was the toughest experience she lived through. She was dubbed "Rocky" due to always freezing up in front of other people and was endlessly bullied as a result. Now in high school, she has a chance for a fresh start and to improve herself. But during her first week, she is accidentally soaked in juice by her classmate Kai Miura, a flashy guy with lemon-colored hair. On paper, Kai is everything that Uka lacks-he is popular, aloof, and bold enough to speak his mind. Despite their contrasting personalities, Kai encourages her to slowly come out of her shell, offering a helping hand when others avoided to do so. Although Uka initially wanted to forge friendships, she has realized her true feelings-she has fallen in love with Kai. What started with a lemon soda is about to change Uka and Kai's lives forever.
Season 1 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
Because I Met You
Wed, Jan 8, 2025
After a bad experience in junior high, where her social anxiety was worsened by bullying, Uka Ishimori decides to change herself and the way she lives her life. Her first step is applying to Hachimitsu High School. It's attractions? A more relaxed school atmosphere, and the gruff but handsome Kai Miura.
Episode 2
Turning Into a Treasure
Uka displays some hidden talents that even she didn't know about. Meanwhile, Kai is being strangely mean to her for some reason - Is it a misguided attempt to keep her safe?
Episode 3
Our Little Secret
Uka's happier than she ever dreamed. It's all new friends and new miracles until an incident on a school trip.
Episode 4
However Distant We May Be
Uka struggles to open up to her class about her past. A friend of Kai's undermines her confidence further.
Episode 5
A Great Person
Uka has a revelation about her own psychology thanks to Serina, Kai's ex-girlfriend.
Episode 6
In the Future, Too...
Uka and her friends are working hard on the culture festival. She's determined to make their cafe a success.
Episode 7
I'm Sorry I Love Him
Uka and Serina struggle to open up about their feelings. Can they figure it out over summer break?
Episode 8
Summon the Courage
It's summer break. Uka, Serina, and Kai all summon their courage and communicate.
Episode 9
Goodbye, Bumbling Self
Uka's father is concerned about Hachimitsu High again. Can he be convinced that it's the right place for her?
Episode 10
The Side of You No One Knows
Uka ponders the nature of her relationship with Kai. What are they to each other?
Episode 11
Feelings Burst Free
Everyone in Uka's class is discussing love. Is it better to hide your feelings, or let them fly free?
Episode 12
Honey Lemon Soda
Uka and Kai try to figure out the new development in their relationship...as the whole school watches.