Hata Ramune

Hata Ramune — Japan's Iconic Marble-Bottle Soda

 

Ramune is one of Japan's most recognisable soft drinks, and you know it the moment you see it: the distinctive bottle sealed with a glass marble in the neck. To open it, you press the marble down into the bottle with a satisfying fizz and pop, and it rattles cheerfully as you drink. That marble bottle — a Codd-neck design — is the whole experience, and it's why Ramune sells on novelty as much as taste.
 

The drink dates back to 1884 and takes its name from the English word "lemonade," rendered in Japanese as "ramune." It's a symbol of Japanese summer, closely tied to festivals and childhood, and now hugely popular worldwide. Hata is the leading name in Ramune — the world's largest producer — so this is the authentic article rather than an imitation.
 

Sweet and Glory stocks the Hata Ramune range wholesale for UK retailers.
 

The Hata Ramune Range

The range covers the full spread of flavours in the classic 200ml marble bottle, from the much-loved Original to a wide choice of fruit varieties: Pineapple, Blueberry, Watermelon, Orange, Lychee, Strawberry, Melon, Apple, Grape and the Japanese citrus Yuzu, alongside Cola, a creamy Yogurt, a Matcha green-tea version, and a special Sakura design. The line-up changes with availability, so flavours can vary between shipments.
 

Why Stock Hata Ramune?

Ramune is a near-perfect novelty drink for retail. The marble bottle is interactive and fun to open, instantly recognisable, and tied to the booming interest in Japanese food and culture — it appeals strongly to anime and manga fans, students, and anyone drawn to Japanese imports. The huge flavour range means customers come back to try something new, and the wide choice makes for an eye-catching, colourful display.
 

That distinctive bottle is also made for social media — opening a Ramune is a genuine "moment" that gets filmed and shared, which drives exactly the kind of discovery demand that sells imported drinks. It works brilliantly as a feature in a world or Japanese drinks section, alongside other Japanese imports and snacks, and demand climbs through the summer. As a talking-point product people seek out by name, Ramune gives customers a reason to choose your shop over a supermarket.
 

Buy Wholesale Hata Ramune at Sweet and Glory

Sweet and Glory offers the Hata Ramune range at wholesale trade prices with fast dispatch from our Manchester warehouse. No minimum order required. Free delivery on orders over £150 ex VAT under 25kg.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I buy Hata Ramune wholesale in the UK?

Sweet and Glory supplies Hata Ramune wholesale across the UK with no minimum order. Free delivery on orders over £150 ex VAT under 25kg, dispatched from our Manchester warehouse.

What is Ramune?

Ramune is a Japanese carbonated soft drink famous for its marble-sealed bottle. You press the marble down to open it, and it rattles as you drink. The name comes from the English word "lemonade."

What Hata Ramune flavours do you stock?

The range includes Original, Pineapple, Blueberry, Watermelon, Orange, Lychee, Strawberry, Melon, Apple, Grape, Yuzu, Cola, Yogurt, Matcha and a Sakura design, in 200ml marble bottles.

How do you open a Ramune bottle?

Each bottle comes with a plastic opener. You place it over the neck and press down firmly to push the glass marble into the bottle, releasing the seal with a fizz. The marble then rattles inside as you drink.

What is the minimum order for Hata Ramune wholesale?

There is no minimum order. Free delivery applies on orders over £150 ex VAT under 25kg. Orders under £150 ex VAT are charged at £7.10 per box.