The Supernatural Sweet Shop (2020)
A magical Japanese anime where a mysterious candy store grants wishes — but only to those lucky enough to find it.
The Supernatural Sweet Shop - Series Information
- Original Title: ふしぎ駄菓子屋 銭天堂
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2025
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Mystery, Comedy, Kids
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (10 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 148
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: September 8, 2020 (South Korea - 12)
- Networks: NHK Educational TV, NHK
- Alternative Titles: 이상한 과자 가게 전천당 (KR), Mysterious Candy Store Sentendo (US), 不可思议的粗点心店 (CN), Fushigi Dagashiya: Zenitendō (JP)
- Production Companies: Toei Animation, Kanaban Graphics, Kaiseisha, NHK Enterprises, Gallop
- Production Countries: Japan
The Supernatural Sweet Shop - Plot
Zenitendo is a mysterious candy store that only lucky people can reach. All the candy recommended by Beniko, the owner of the store, is perfectly suited to the buyer's troubles. However, it depends on whether the candy will be used or eaten correctly that it can bring happiness or misfortune.
The Supernatural Sweet Shop - Trailer
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The Supernatural Sweet Shop - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Toshiki Kumagai
- Fukujuro Katayama
- Nobue Iketani
- Tamaki Shiratori
The Supernatural Sweet Shop - FAQs
Is The Supernatural Sweet Shop based on a book?
The series is adapted from a popular Japanese novel series by Hiroshi Yamamoto, illustrated by Jiro Suzuki. The original books, published under the title Fushigi Dagashiya: Zenitendo, became a bestselling children's franchise in Japan before being adapted into this anime.
What is The Supernatural Sweet Shop about?
The show centers on Zenitendo, a magical candy store that only lucky people can find. Its enigmatic owner Beniko offers sweets perfectly matched to each visitor's problems — but whether those treats bring happiness or disaster depends entirely on how wisely the buyer uses them.
Where can you stream The Supernatural Sweet Shop?
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Who voices Beniko in The Supernatural Sweet Shop?
Beniko, the mysterious and charming owner of the Zenitendo candy store, is voiced by Nobue Iketani. The main cast also includes Toshiki Kumagai as Keiji, Fukujuro Katayama as Sumimaru, and Tamaki Shiratori as Fuyuko.
Is The Supernatural Sweet Shop suitable for young children?
The series airs on NHK Educational TV and is squarely aimed at younger audiences. Its short 10-minute episodes, gentle moral lessons, and imaginative candy-based storytelling make it an accessible and engaging watch for children, though its occasional eerie twists add a fun edge of suspense.
How many episodes does The Supernatural Sweet Shop have?
The series has amassed an impressive 148 episodes across its run, plus a special episode. Each installment runs around 10 minutes, making it easy to dip in and out of — a format that suits its anthology-style storytelling, where each episode follows a new visitor to the magical store.
Which studio produces The Supernatural Sweet Shop?
The anime is produced by a collaboration of studios including Toei Animation, Kanaban Graphics, Gallop, Kaiseisha, and NHK Enterprises. Toei Animation — the legendary studio behind Dragon Ball and Sailor Moon — brings significant production pedigree to this charming children's series.
What are similar anime series to The Supernatural Sweet Shop?
Fans of The Supernatural Sweet Shop often enjoy Mushi-Shi, which shares its quiet, episodic supernatural atmosphere, and Mieruko-chan for its blend of the eerie and everyday. Bungo Stray Dogs Wan! and Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan also offer similarly short, character-driven animated episodes.
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