Celebrating the End of 'Honey Lemon Soda' with a Special Exhibition at Seibu Shibuya

'Honey Lemon Soda' Final Exhibition Launches in Shibuya

On September 11, 2026, ToHakusha Co., Ltd., located in Shibuya, Tokyo, held the grand opening of the ‘Honey Lemon Soda Final Exhibition’ at the Seibu Shibuya Store's Event Space. This commemorative exhibition celebrates the beloved manga series that has captured readers' hearts since its debut in 2015 through the Shueisha girls' magazine, Ribon.

Exhibition Overview

The exhibition features various displays, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the world of 'Honey Lemon Soda'. It showcases the characters Hanahana and Kai, highlighting their transformative journey over the series’ ten-and-a-half-year run. Attendees can enjoy a variety of exhibits, including original artwork, interactive displays, and photo opportunities that present the story from multiple perspectives.

Event Areas

The exhibition is divided into several thematic zones that narrate the story and highlight key moments:

- ### ZONE 0: The Entrance to the Story

Visitors enter through an impressive gate modeled after the comic, featuring comments from the author Mayu Murata, character profiles, and beautiful cherry blossom decorations, immersing them in the world of ‘Honey Lemon Soda’ from the start.

- ### ZONE 1: Hanahana's Dilemmas

This area focuses on Hanahana’s internal struggles, showcasing pivotal moments and quotes from the series. An interactive display invites attendees to write down their thoughts on sticky notes, exploring themes of unexpressed feelings.

- ### ZONE 2: Change and Growth

Visitors can track Hanahana's development through her evolving relationship with Kai, illustrated through significant scenes and immersive displays featuring wings, symbolizing her transformative journey.

- ### ZONE 3: Youth at Yahimitsu High School

Capture the essence of high school life in this recreation of classrooms and cultural festivals, complete with chalkboards, desks, decorations, and balloons. Attendees can feel like they are part of Hanahana’s high school experience while taking photos.

- ### ZONE 4: Moments of Confession

Centered around key romantic and confession scenes, this area combines original artwork and dialogue displays with classroom settings to give visitors a chance to relive these impactful moments.

- ### ZONE 5: Individual Loves and Choices

Reflect on the relationships and romantic pursuits of the characters through original graphics and interactive displays like “Which Side Are You On?” allowing visitors to participate and engage.

- ### ZONE 6: The Finale — Every Youth Has Its Memories

The closing area invites visitors to reflect on the journey, showcasing numerous colored illustrations and blackboard displays where they can leave their own memorable moments in writing.

Merchandise Area

A special merchandise section features unique items created exclusively for the exhibition, showcasing newly illustrated designs and high-quality reproductions of memorable artwork.

Event Details

Duration: September 11, 2026 – September 30, 2026
Location: Seibu Shibuya Store, 4th Floor Event Space
Online Sales: From September 11, 2026 – October 31, 2026
Official Store: ToHakusha Online Store

Ticket Information

Admission Fee:
General (Middle school students and older): Pre-sale ¥1,800 / On the day ¥2,000
Children (ages 3 to elementary school): Pre-sale ¥1,000 / On the day ¥1,200
Entry Method: Some dates and times require advanced reservation (details available on the special website).
Ticket Purchase: Ticket Pia

About 'Honey Lemon Soda'

Title: Honey Lemon Soda
Author: Mayu Murata
Synopsis: The story follows Hanahana, who attends Yahimitsu High School to change herself after being known as 'Stone' during her junior high years. There she meets Kai, the cool and carefree 'Lemon Soda Boy' with lemon-colored hair. Despite feeling distant from the popular Kai, he takes an interest in her, gradually helping her integrate into her class. This heartwarming story of transformation and love is a tribute to all girls looking to change their lives.

Author Profile

Mayu Murata
Hailing from Kumamoto, Mayu made her debut in December 2005 with the short story ‘In Your Eyes’ published in Ribon Original, and gained significant popularity with ‘Flowing Star Lens’ and ‘Honey Lemon Soda’. The latter series celebrated its 10th anniversary of serialization in 2025 and her 20th anniversary as a manga artist.

About ToHakusha Co., Ltd.

With the mission ‘To make the world more vivid,’ ToHakusha is a global accelerator company collaborating with creators to expand the entertainment market both domestically and internationally. The company engages in various businesses, including planning, promotion, merchandising, and content development, aimed at supporting creators and rights holders while fostering an ecosystem that allows individual creators to retain their rights.

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