Cigarettes have long been a part of anime, reflecting their common use. However, they were rarely the focus of attention. This changed as attitudes towards smoking shifted, with heavy regulation of tobacco products.

Two new anime series are tackling the topic of smoking in different ways. Details of these series are available from the source.

Further information on these anime and their portrayal of smoking can be found in the original article, which discusses the changing depiction of cigarettes in anime.