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Welcoming the New Year, Japanese Style: Traditions That Inspire a Fresh Start As the clock strikes midnight and the calendar flips to a new year, Japan embraces a time-honored celebration full of symbolism, reflection, and hope. At Shonen Soda, we’re all about infusing our lives with the joy of tradition...

How Japan Celebrates the Holidays Differently When you think of Christmas, what comes to mind? Cozy fireplaces, caroling, and festive dinners with family? Well, Christmas in Japan flips the script and creates its own unique holiday traditions that are as charming as they are unexpected. At Shonen Soda, we love...

Have you ever had one of those moments where a single taste can transport you back in time? For me, that taste was banana. Let’s rewind about 15 years: a little kid in Japan, clutching a banana-flavored milk drink called MEIJI O-Le. That kid was me, and back then, nothing...

As huge fans of Shonen Jump, we couldn’t help but share our top five all-time favorite anime and manga series. Of course, we love Shonen Manga/Anime, since Shonen Soda is also named after that lol. Whether you're new to Shonen Jump or a seasoned fan, these titles are absolute must-reads (or watches)...

I’m thrilled to share some exciting news—Shonen Soda is now available at Nugget Market! This is a huge milestone for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring our Japanese-inspired cream soda to even more people. Nugget Market has a reputation for quality and community, so being on their...

A Record-Breaking Demo at Uwajimaya... Last weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to bring Shonen Soda to the iconic Uwajimaya in Seattle for a sampling demo. If you haven’t been, Uwajimaya isn’t just any grocery store—it's a cornerstone of the community, serving as a hub for Japanese and Asian foods,...