Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You is set to release its 10th episode on September 10, 2026, across multiple streaming platforms worldwide. The anime, adapted from Jinushi’s popular manga, has become one of the most talked-about romantic comedies of the Summer 2026 season.
The series follows Sasaki, a burnt-out office worker whose only comforts are cigarettes and the cheerful smile of Yamada, a supermarket cashier. Their unlikely bond forms behind the supermarket after hours, where a pierced young woman named Tayama invites him to smoke.
Episode 10 Release Date and Streaming Schedule
Episode 10 will be available on Crunchyroll on Thursday, September 10, 2026. New episodes release weekly on Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. PDT for subscribers in the United States and other regions.
The episode will be released with English subtitles. The anime is expected to feature 12 episodes in total, with the finale scheduled for September 24, 2026.
Exact Streaming Times by Region and Time Zone
Crunchyroll carries the series for viewers in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and India. The release times for Episode 10 across major regions are listed below.
- United States (Pacific Daylight Time): 11:00 a.m. PDT
- United States (Eastern Daylight Time): 2:00 p.m. EDT
- Canada (Eastern Daylight Time): 2:00 p.m. EDT
- United Kingdom (British Summer Time): 7:00 p.m. BST
- Germany (Central European Summer Time): 8:00 p.m. CEST
- France (Central European Summer Time): 8:00 p.m. CEST
- United Arab Emirates (Gulf Standard Time): 10:00 p.m. GST
- Australia (Australian Eastern Standard Time): 4:00 a.m. AEST (Friday, September 11)
- India (India Standard Time): 11:30 p.m. IST
These times are based on the standard Crunchyroll simulcast schedule and may vary slightly depending on platform updates. Crunchyroll is the primary streaming home for international audiences outside Japan.
Episode 9 Recap: What Happened Before Episode 10
Episode 9, titled “Smoke 9,” centered on a rumor that Sasaki was wearing a wedding ring on his left hand. The rumor surfaced during a drinking session with colleagues Goto, Maezawa, and Ono, sending Tayama into an emotional spiral.
Tayama could not hide her shock and unintentionally acted cold toward Sasaki when they met again in the smoking area behind the supermarket. Sasaki later cleared up the confusion, confirming that he is single. Tayama also chewed out Zawa for starting the rumor, inadvertently confirming that she has caught feelings for Sasaki.
The back half of the episode focused on Sasaki revealing his rural accent to Tayama and encouraging her to try waking up early to smoke and enjoy the morning stillness. The episode ended with a quiet, intimate moment where both characters did something personal for the other, even while apart.
What to Expect in Episode 10
Episode 10 continues the story of Sasaki and Tayama as their relationship deepens. The episode description on Netflix reads: “Things get super hectic at Sasaki’s workplace. How will he navigate this death march”.
The episode will focus on Sasaki’s work struggles and how his bond with Tayama provides comfort during a particularly stressful period. The series has been praised for its grounded, character-driven approach to romance, with quiet moments and small conversations driving the emotional weight.
How to Watch and Platform Availability
Crunchyroll is the main streaming platform for Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You outside Japan. The service offers the series with English subtitles and has also begun streaming an English dub.
Netflix also streams the series in select regions, including Asia and India. In Japan, the anime airs on TBS and 27 other channels, with streaming available on ABEMA, Netflix, Prime Video, U-NEXT, and other Japanese platforms.
The anime premiered earlier than its TV broadcast. ABEMA and Crunchyroll began streaming the first six episodes as 10-minute mini-episodes on June 3, 2026. Regular TV broadcasting on TBS began on July 9, 2026, airing weekly on Thursdays at 11:56 p.m. JST.
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Cast and Staff Behind the Anime
The anime features Takuya Sato as Sasaki, Seena Hoshiki as Yamada/Tayama, Shinya Takahashi as Suzuki, Toa Yukinari as Goto, Megumi Toyoguchi as Ono, Rikuya Yasuda as Obata, and Yoko Hikasa as Maezawa.
Asahi Production is producing the series, with Masato Suzuki and Aori Mori serving as directors. Mio Inoue handles series composition, Sayaka Aoki and Shin Kono compose the music, and Yasuka Otaki is the character designer.
The opening theme song “Ichijiku Kemuri (Fig Smoke)” is performed by ZUTOMAYO, while Imase performs the ending theme song “Fiction”.
Manga and Source Material
Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You is based on the manga by Jinushi, which began as a Twitter webcomic before becoming an award-winning series. The manga is published in English by Square Enix Manga, with Volume 8 scheduled for release in late 2026.
Also Read: Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Episode 9: Release Date, Streaming Time, and Episode 8 Recap
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