Two Anime About Drugs Are Coming!
Two anime about drugs will be releasing in the coming years, one of which comes from the esteemed Studio MAPPA
On October 4, 2026, it has been announced that an anime adaptation for Machuria Opium Squad will be made, albeit with no confirmation on which studio is doing this or the release date.
This is not the first significant anime announcement related to drugs.
During MAPPA’s 15th anniversary event on June 19th, MAPPA has announced plans to animate a drug girl anime titled, “Jimoto Saiko!” (My Hometown is the Best).
Directed by Tokio Igarashi (Episode and Assistant Director for Attack on Titan, Vinland Saga Season 2 and Chainsaw Man film) and written by Ryō Takada, this anime featues designs by Ryo and is set for worldwide release on Netflix as part of MAPPA’s partnership with Netflix.
The 2009 song “Milk” performed by Aiko was used in the series’ teaser trailer.
There is also no set release date for this anime.
About Manchuria Opium Squad
Written by Tsukasa Monma and illustrated by Shikako (2020-2025), later by Tsurushima (2026), Manchuria Opium Squad
Manchuria Opium Squad is a historical fiction manga set in 1930s Manchuria, in which Japan rules this region in China, where we follow an injured Japanese soldier who gets involved in the illegal opium trade to help his sick mother while encountering wicked criminals and corrupt government officials.
About Jimoto Saiko!
Written by Usagi for Saizusha beginning on February 28, 2021, Jimoto Saiko has 111 chapters and 8 volumes.
This dark, stoner comedy follows Chanel and her friend Chihiro, and their other friends who are either smokers or take drugs as their lives are intertwined with the town’s criminal underworld, all the while maintaining an upbeat attitude about it.
Source: Twitter
A historical Drug Dealer Anime is announced: “Manchuria Opium Squad”
Set in 1930s Manchuria about an injured japanese soldier who gets involved in the illegal opium trade to help his sick mother.
Based on the Manga by Tsukasa Monma & Shikako. https://t.co/dGDwebUfel
— Manga Mogura RE (Anime & Manga News) (@MangaMoguraRE) October 4, 2026
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