Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Anime in 2026

Key Facts

• The TV anime "Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You" will air on TBS Network in 2026.
• Original manga by Jinushi started on Twitter (now X) in March 2022.
• Volume 1’s first chapter gained 280,000 likes.
• The manga won first place in the Next Manga Award 2022 (Web Manga category).
• Total manga circulation has surpassed 2.5 million copies.

The manga "Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You" by Jinushi will receive a TV anime adaptation set to air nationwide on TBS Network in 2026. Alongside the announcement, a commemorative illustration by Jinushi and the official anime logo have been released, highlighting the growing popularity of this adult slice-of-life drama.

TV Anime Announcement

On July 18, it was revealed that "Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You" will be adapted into a television anime, scheduled for a nationwide broadcast in Japan on TBS Network in 2026. A special illustration celebrating the anime adaptation was drawn by the manga’s creator Jinushi. The anime logo was also unveiled, marking the next step for the popular series.

About the Manga

The manga began serialization on Jinushi’s Twitter (now X) account on March 9, 2022. Its first chapter attracted 280,000 likes, instantly gaining viral attention. Currently, the series is serialized in Square Enix’s monthly magazine Big Gangan. The manga ranked first in the Web Manga category of the Next Manga Award 2022. Its collected volumes have achieved a total circulation of over 2.5 million copies, confirming its strong fanbase both online and in print.

Story Overview

The story follows Sasaki, a tired middle-aged salaryman whose only small comforts are smoking and the warm service of Yamada, a cashier at his favorite supermarket. One evening, after finding neither a place to smoke nor Yamada at the store, Sasaki encounters a woman named Tayama, dressed in unique fashion, who invites him to smoke behind the supermarket. From casual conversations at the smoking area, their interactions and the dynamics with other quirky characters create a grounded adult drama.

FAQ

Q1: When will the anime air?
A1: It is scheduled to air nationwide on TBS Network in 2026.

Q2: Who created "Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You"?
A2: The manga is written and illustrated by Jinushi.

Q3: When did the manga first start?
A3: It began on Twitter (now X) on March 9, 2022.

Q4: What awards has the manga won?
A4: It won first place in the Web Manga category of the Next Manga Award 2022.

Q5: How many copies of the manga are in circulation?
A5: The total circulation has exceeded 2.5 million copies.

Source : ORICON NEWS