Chainsmoker Cat Episode 8 Story & Preview Cuts Released: Imoko Plans a Surprise Birthday Party for Yani Neko, But…

The story and preview images for Episode 8 of the TV anime Chainsmoker Cat (JP: ヤニねこ, Yanineko) have been revealed. This episode will air on Friday, August 21 at 12:30 AM (JST), and will later be available on various international streaming platforms.

Episode 8 Story

November 11 is Yani Neko's birthday. Just when it seems like no one is around to celebrate, it turns out Imoko and the others were actually planning a surprise party. Maybe they have a good side after all. However, a major miscommunication occurs when it comes to contacting the birthday girl herself...

Meanwhile, at the apartment in winter, the Landlord somehow becomes trapped in a terrifying New Year's mochi-pounding loop. To resist the Law of Cycles and change fate: Stand up, Landlord! Swing, Landlord! Strike down, Landlord! No matter what it takes!

Introduction

In a world where humans and beastfolk coexist, lives Yanineko (Chainsmoker Cat)—a beastfolk cat who spends her days smoking and lazing around.

No money! No survival skills! A total good-for-nothing! She has thrown away her manners and morals right along with her cigarette butts. She is reeking of smoke, dirty, lazy, and a complete piece of trash. Inhaling, exhaling, gossiping, and burning out—and yet, she manages to live a reasonably fulfilling life in her own way. It gets pretty gross, but somehow, it leaves you feeling just a tiny bit encouraged!

The manga that went absolutely viral across social media is now making an unexpected leap to a TV anime adaptation! If it ends up being too wild to broadcast, sorry 'bout that!

Please sit back, relax, and softly look after the smoke-filled daily lives brought to you by these somehow lovable, trashy cats.

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Source : Chainsmoker Cat Official