Everything
was going smoothly with one of the most relaxing anime of this 2026. However,
the peace was short-lived. Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You (Supaa
no Ura by Yani Suu Futari) has become the center of intense debate. While
many consider it a real gem for its mature atmosphere and super natural
dialogues, others are already preparing the funa for a detail that they cannot
miss: the abysmal age difference between its protagonists.
The
dilemma of 21 years
On the one hand we have Sasaki, a 45-year-old office worker who already has a somewhat worn out life, and on the other Yamada (or Tayama, wink wink), a 24-year-old young woman. For a good portion of the fandom, the fact that they're both adults with their own problems who simply consent to hang out smoking behind a supermarket is enough. This group applauds that the story doesn't rush, providing a refreshing romance that takes us out of the typical school dramas of all time.
But the
internet never stays silent and the complaints have already appeared. Some
users began to take out the calculator and pointed out the obvious: Sasaki was
already old enough to order a beer in a bar when Yamada was just being born.
Critics of this relationship argue that a guy in his forties has too much life
experience compared to a girl in his twenties, suggesting that the dynamic has
an imbalance of power that becomes uncomfortable. Several even comment that the
protagonist could well have looked for someone of his own generation instead of
flirting in his cigarette breaks.
About
Supaa no Ura by Yani Suu Futari
For those
who have not yet given it a chance, this work has won the hearts of many for
not being pretentious. The plot follows Sasaki, a man completely drained by his
workday who finds his only glimmer of light when he sees the energetic cashier
Yamada. The magic begins when, looking for a place to smoke, he meets a
mysterious girl named Tayama, with whom he begins to share these small moments
of tranquility. It's a story about finding solace in each other's company,
putting aside the action to focus one hundred percent on the growth of its
characters.
