Beat the Summer Heat with a Refreshing Limited-Edition Flavor! Kanro's "Kenkō Nodoame Tatakau Manuka Honey Lemonade"

Kanro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Tetsuya Murata; hereinafter referred to as Kanro), known for products such as Kanro Ame and Pure Gummy, will launch a limited-edition flavor, "Kenkō Nodoame Tatakau Manuka Honey Lemonade," from its long-selling "Kenkō Nodoame" series, which contains extracts from 31 types of Japanese and Chinese herbal ingredients. The new flavor will be available nationwide starting Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

《A Refreshing "Lemonade Flavor" Joins the Lineup to Support You Through Hot Summer Days》

The "Kenkō Nodoame" series, a long-selling brand that has been loved by many since its launch in 1981, uses 31 types of soothing ingredients (Japanese and Chinese herbal ingredients), primarily Japanese and Chinese herbs, and is committed to its raw materials. It is a "soothing throat candy that makes everyday life a little more comfortable," loved by many. The "Kenkō Nodoame Tatakau Manuka Honey" from this series is a throat candy that contains MGO115+ Manuka honey from New Zealand, offering a mellow honey taste and a subtle herbal efficacy. It is the No. 1 selling honey-flavored bag candy* product, allowing consumers to experience the taste of Manuka honey at an affordable price.

"Kenkō Nodoame Tatakau Manuka Honey Lemonade," launching this time, has been finished with a refreshing taste by adding lemon juice so that it can be enjoyed even during the hot season. You can enjoy the "lemonade flavor" where the mellowness of New Zealand Manuka honey matches the flavor of lemon, offering a delicious and refreshing taste with a sense of efficacy. The package features a cool metallic blue base with an impressive design of fresh lemons and rich Manuka honey. In addition to the regular bag size, a convenient 26g compact size will also be available. Why not try this refreshing limited-edition summer flavor when you want to take care of yourself during the hot days?

*According to INTAGE SRI+ data, cumulative sales value item ranking for the honey-flavored bag candy market from March 2024 to September 2025.

Product Overview

Product Name: Kenkō Nodoame Tatakau Manuka Honey Lemonade

Release Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Suggested Retail Price: Open price (estimated retail price around ¥268 including tax)

Contents: 80g

Sales Area: Nationwide

Features: A lemonade-flavored throat candy containing 31 types of soothing ingredients (Japanese and Chinese herbal ingredients), MGO115+ Manuka honey, and concentrated lemon juice.

Product Name: Kenkō Nodoame Tatakau Manuka Honey Lemonade

Release Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Suggested Retail Price: Open price (estimated retail price around ¥149 including tax)

Contents: 26g

Sales Area: Nationwide (convenience stores, station kiosks)

Features: A lemonade-flavored throat candy containing 31 types of soothing ingredients (Japanese and Chinese herbal ingredients), MGO115+ Manuka honey, and concentrated lemon juice.

About Kenkō Nodoame

Born from Kanro, the first company in the confectionery industry to create "throat candy," this is a "soothing throat candy" made with carefully selected ingredients to make everyday life a little more comfortable. It uses extracts from 31 types of Japanese and Chinese herbal ingredients such as "hops" and "persimmon tannin." As a trusted long-selling brand, it offers regular products such as "Ume" (Plum) and "Tatakau Manuka Honey."

(Brand Site: https://kanro.jp/pages/kenkounodo)

Kanro Brands

Kanro Company Overview

Company Name: Kanro Co., Ltd.

Representative: Tetsuya Murata, President and CEO

Location: Tokyo Opera City Tower 37F, 3-20-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Founded: November 10, 1912 (Taisho 1)

Business Activities: Manufacturing and sales of confectionery and food products

Stock Exchange: Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market (Securities Code 2216)

URL: Corporate Site https://www.kanro.co.jp/

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Since its founding in 1912, Kanro has continued to create products loved by consumers, including "Kanro Ame," which is also its company name, "Kenkō Nodoame," the first throat candy in the confectionery industry, "Kin no Milk," the No. 1 brand in the milk flavor candy market*, and "Pure Gummy," a pioneer in adult gummies. We have grown by continuing to create products that are loved by consumers. At our directly managed store "Hitotsubu Kanro," we convey the charm of candy with the concept of "One piece that connects people to people." In February 2025, we formulated "Medium-Term Management Plan 2030" and newly established "Kanro Vision 2.0." "Kanro Vision 2.0" is based on the corporate purpose "Sweeten the Future - Making hearts grow one piece at a time." It defines our vision "To bring smiles to people and society by continuously creating sweet moments" and four values: "Create Sweet Moments," "Transform Business Foundations," "Spinning Towards the Future," and "Further Evolution of Co-creative Organizations," indicating the future direction of our company. We will achieve further growth, primarily in the domestic gummy business, and promote the expansion of business areas and business models for sustainable growth. By contributing to the resolution of social issues through our business, we will improve corporate value and contribute to the sustainable future of people and society.

*According to INTAGE SRI+, cumulative sales value brand ranking for the milk flavor candy market from April 2024 to March 2025.

Corporate Purpose "Sweeten the Future ~Making hearts grow one piece at a time.~"

In 2022, Kanro established its corporate purpose, "Sweeten the Future ~Making hearts grow one piece at a time.~" In an era of rapid change and uncertain future, this is an articulation of our aspirations for the future, confirmed by the path Kanro has taken. By further evolving the technology cultivated through our corporate activities, Kanro, which has continuously strived to create the future with sugar and unlock the power of sugar, will contribute to a sustainable future for people and society by accumulating moments where "hearts grow one piece at a time."

【Contact Information for Inquiries Regarding This Product】

Kanro Co., Ltd. Customer Center

Tel: 0120-88-0422

(Reception hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, excluding national holidays)