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Introducing the New Name for Elderberry… BERRY LEMON!
We’re excited to announce a refreshing update to one of our flavors at Shonen Soda. Say goodbye to "Elderberry" and hello to our new name:...
Top 5 Anime of 2024: Shonen Soda’s Picks
 As 2024 unfolds, anime continues to captivate audiences with fresh stories and stunning visuals. At Shonen Soda, named for our love of shonen manga and...
What is Shonen Anime? Understanding the Cultural Phenomenon
Shonen, which means "boy" or "youth" in Japanese, typically refers to manga (Japanese comics) and anime (Japanese animated series) aimed at a young male audience....
Japan in September

Hey Shonen Soda Family,September in Japan is a month of contrasts. As summer transitions into autumn, Japan undergoes a beautiful metamorphosis, offering visitors and locals alike a unique blend of cultural events, natural beauty, and seasonal delights.1. Nature's Palette:As September progresses, the first hints of koyo (autumn foliage) begin to...

The Beauty of Japanese Summer Festival - “Natsu Matsuri”

As the founder of a Japanese-inspired cream soda brand, I’ll tell you about Japan's dazzling summer festivals: Natsu-Matsuri. So, grab our Shonen cream soda and let's dive into the captivating realm of Natsu-Matsuri! What is Natsu-Matsuri?Natsu-Matsuri, which translates to "summer festival," is an annual event held throughout Japan during the...

Cool things about Japan #1 - Japan’s Christmas and New Years

First of all, yes, people in Japan spend Christmas quite differently than people in the United States. The most unique thing about Japan's Christmas is that Japanese people love eating KFC on the 24th. Every Christmas season, an estimated amount of 3.6 million people purchase fried chicken buckets. KFC Japan's...

What Does Shonen Mean?

"Shonen" (Shōnen) literally translates to "few years." The term typically refers to Japanese males between the ages of twelve and eighteen. More commonly, the term Shonen is used in parallel with manga and anime in Japan that target this younger teen demographic. Shonen anime and manga are marketed towards "young...

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Introducing the New Name for Elderberry… BERRY LEMON!
We’re excited to announce a refreshing update to one of our flavors at Shonen Soda. Say goodbye to "Elderberry" and hello to our new name:...
Top 5 Anime of 2024: Shonen Soda’s Picks
 As 2024 unfolds, anime continues to captivate audiences with fresh stories and stunning visuals. At Shonen Soda, named for our love of shonen manga and...
What is Shonen Anime? Understanding the Cultural Phenomenon
Shonen, which means "boy" or "youth" in Japanese, typically refers to manga (Japanese comics) and anime (Japanese animated series) aimed at a young male audience....