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The Best Episodes of Honey Lemon Soda Season 1

Every episode of Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Honey Lemon Soda Season 1!

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After middle school, with its bullying and nicknames, Uka Ishimori is excited for a fresh start at Hachimitsu High School. Kai Miura, a cool and uninhibited boy, sits next to her in class. Uka remembers

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 1 - Because I Met You
    7.5/10(150 votes)

    #1 - Because I Met You

    S1:E1

    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. Its attractions? A more relaxed school atmosphere, and the gruff but handsome Kai Miura.

    Director:Hiroshi Nishikiori
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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  2. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 2 - Turning Into a Treasure
    7.7/10(109 votes)

    #2 - Turning Into a Treasure

    S1:E2

    Uka displays some hidden talents that even she didn't know about. Meanwhile, Kai is being strangely mean to her her for some reason... Is it a misguided attempt to keep her safe?

    Director:Shizuka Izumi
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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  3. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 3 - Our Little Secret
    8.4/10(99 votes)

    #3 - Our Little Secret

    S1:E3

    Uka's happier than she ever dreamed. It's all new friends and new miracles until an incident on a school trip.

    Director:Kozo Kaiho
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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  4. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 4 - However Distant We May Be
    8.2/10(99 votes)

    #4 - However Distant We May Be

    S1:E4

    Uka struggles to open up to her class about her past. A friend of Kai's undermines her confidence further.

    Director:Hiroshi Nishikiori
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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  5. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 5 - A Great Person
    8.4/10(100 votes)

    #5 - A Great Person

    S1:E5

    Uka has a revelation about her own psychology thanks to Serina, Kai's ex-girlfriend.

    Director:Shizuka Izumi
    Writer:Seishi Minakami

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  6. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 6 - In the Future, Too...
    8.2/10(89 votes)

    #6 - In the Future, Too...

    S1:E6

    Uka and her friends are working hard on the culture festival. She's determined to make their café a success!

    Director:Kiyotaka Ohata
    Writer:Seishi Minakami

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  7. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 7 - I’m Sorry I Love Him
    8.4/10(87 votes)

    #7 - I’m Sorry I Love Him

    S1:E7

    Uka and Serina struggle to open up about their feelings. Can they figure it out over summer break?

    Director:Masamune Okamura
    Writer:Seishi Minakami

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  8. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 8 - Summon the Courage
    8.2/10(83 votes)

    #8 - Summon the Courage

    S1:E8

    It's summer break! Uka, Serina, and Kai all summon their courage and communicate.

    Director:Shizuka Izumi
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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  9. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 9 - Goodbye, Bumbling Self
    8.9/10(99 votes)

    #9 - Goodbye, Bumbling Self

    S1:E9

    Uka's father is concerned about Hachimitsu High again. Can he be convinced that it's the right place for her?

    Director:Yutaka Yamamoto
    Writer:Seishi Minakami

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  10. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 10 - The Side of You No One Knows
    8.1/10(77 votes)

    #10 - The Side of You No One Knows

    S1:E10

    Uka ponders the nature of her relationship with Kai. What are they to each other?

    Director:Kozo Kaiho
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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  11. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 11 - Feelings Burst Free
    8.5/10(88 votes)

    #11 - Feelings Burst Free

    S1:E11

    Everyone in Uka's class is discussing love. Is it better to hide your feelings, or let them fly free?

    Director:Kiyotaka Ohata
    Writer:Seishi Minakami

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  12. Honey Lemon Soda Season 1 Episode 12 - Honey Lemon Soda
    8.7/10(88 votes)

    #12 - Honey Lemon Soda

    S1:E12

    Uka and Kai try to figure out the new development in their relationship... as the whole school watches.

    Director:Hiroyasu Oda
    Writer:Akiko Waba

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Because I Met You" is the best rated episode of "Honey Lemon Soda" season 1. It scored 7.5/10 based on 150 votes. Directed by Hiroshi Nishikiori and written by Akiko Waba, it aired on 1/9/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Turning Into a Treasure".