Snack Basue

Studio PuYUKAI Winter 2024
Adult CastComedySeinenWorkplace
6.8
Quality Score
0.94 (Positive)
Audience Mood
3 / 10
Controversy
3,309
MAL Ratings

Synopsis

Located five stations away from Hokkaido's largest downtown area Susukino. A fun shop called "Snack Busue" can be found run by mama Basue and mama Akemi. Filled with the laughter of the girls and their unusual regulars, you'll be smiling along with them before you know it. (Official Site, translated)

Audience Consensus

Snack Basue is a unique and humorous slice-of-life anime that delves into Japanese drinking culture. While its specific humor and animation style may not appeal to everyone, many appreciate its relatable characters, witty dialogue, and catchy opening song. The show is generally well-received by those who enjoy laid-back, character-driven comedies, but is unlikely to appeal to viewers looking for action or a complex plot.

Strengths

  • Unique and charming aesthetic.
  • Hilarious humor with Gintama vibes.
  • Relatable and well-developed characters.
  • Banger opening song.
  • Showcases a hidden side of Japanese culture (Nomikai).
  • Enjoyable main character Akemi.
  • Good talking humor.

Weaknesses

  • Animation style may not appeal to everyone.
  • Humor may be too specific for some viewers.
  • Production feels stinted.
  • Episodic with no overarching plot.
  • Can be boring to some viewers.
  • Heavy dialogue might be hard to understand for foreigners.
Available on: YouTube, Crunchyroll (availability varies by region)