Adult Drama Spun Behind the Supermarket: TV Anime 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' to Premiere 'ABEMA Exclusive Advance Streaming Version' in June 2026, Ahead of Terrestrial Broadcast!
The TV anime adaptation of the popular manga 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' will be available for early viewing exclusively on ABEMA starting in June 2026, one month before its official terrestrial broadcast in July.
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- 📰 Published: March 28, 2026 at 22:23
The new future TV service 'ABEMA' will begin streaming the 'ABEMA Exclusive Advance Streaming Version' of the new summer anime 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' starting in June 2026, ahead of its terrestrial broadcast in July.
'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' is a slice-of-life human drama based on the manga by Jinushi, currently serialized in Monthly Big Gangan (Square Enix). The story follows Sasaki, a weary middle-aged office worker, and Tayama, a mysterious woman who works at the supermarket he frequents, as they share moments together smoking behind the store. This 'dual-nature cigarette story,' which delicately depicts a slightly mysterious connection between adults in everyday life, has resonated with many readers, winning 1st place in the Web Manga category of the 'Next Manga Awards 2022' and surpassing 3 million copies in circulation. The long-awaited TV anime adaptation is set to begin in July 2026, with much anticipation surrounding the animated portrayal of their interactions.
During the 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' special stage at 'AnimeJapan 2026' held on Saturday, March 28, it was announced that the ABEMA exclusive advance streaming version would be released. Viewers can enjoy the show on ABEMA starting in June, ahead of the July terrestrial broadcast. Further details will be announced at a later date, so please stay tuned for follow-up reports.
■ 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' ABEMA Exclusive Advance Streaming Version to be released in June 2026
Series Page URL: https://abema.go.link/lp4IU
- Latest information, including the ABEMA exclusive advance streaming version, is being released! The 'AnimeJapan 2026' TV anime 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' special stage is now available for free catch-up streaming!
Program URL: https://abema.go.link/jeD1q
'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' is a slice-of-life human drama based on the manga by Jinushi, currently serialized in Monthly Big Gangan (Square Enix). The story follows Sasaki, a weary middle-aged office worker, and Tayama, a mysterious woman who works at the supermarket he frequents, as they share moments together smoking behind the store. This 'dual-nature cigarette story,' which delicately depicts a slightly mysterious connection between adults in everyday life, has resonated with many readers, winning 1st place in the Web Manga category of the 'Next Manga Awards 2022' and surpassing 3 million copies in circulation. The long-awaited TV anime adaptation is set to begin in July 2026, with much anticipation surrounding the animated portrayal of their interactions.
During the 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' special stage at 'AnimeJapan 2026' held on Saturday, March 28, it was announced that the ABEMA exclusive advance streaming version would be released. Viewers can enjoy the show on ABEMA starting in June, ahead of the July terrestrial broadcast. Further details will be announced at a later date, so please stay tuned for follow-up reports.
■ 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' ABEMA Exclusive Advance Streaming Version to be released in June 2026
Series Page URL: https://abema.go.link/lp4IU
- Latest information, including the ABEMA exclusive advance streaming version, is being released! The 'AnimeJapan 2026' TV anime 'Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You' special stage is now available for free catch-up streaming!
Program URL: https://abema.go.link/jeD1q