What is Blend S?#
If you are looking for a lighthearted experience, Blend S (also known as ブレンド・S or 調教咖啡廳) is a delightful entry into the comedy and slice-of-life genres. The story follows Maika, who finds herself working at a unique cafe. In this establishment, the waitresses aren’t just serving coffee; they are performing specific character archetypes for the customers. While some embody the “tsundere” or “little sister” tropes, Maika is asked to take on the role of the “Do S” (extreme sadist) waitress, forcing her to adopt a dominant and aggressive persona that contrasts sharply with her natural personality.
You can watch the anime on Prime Video to see Maika’s struggle with her new persona unfold.
Is the anime really finished?#
When asking “Is the anime finished?”, it is important to look at the source material. Blend S began as a manga consisting of two-shots in Manga Time Kirara Carat. While the anime provides a cohesive experience of the cafe’s antics, the original manga continued beyond the anime’s production, eventually coming to an end in February 2022.
If you watch only the anime, you will get the core essence of the comedy and the character dynamics. However, because the manga had a definitive conclusion, completionists may find that the anime only scratches the surface. To see how the story fully concludes, you may want to buy the Blend S manga.
Who is this anime for?#
Blend S is perfectly suited for fans of workplace comedies and those who enjoy a meta-commentary on anime tropes. Its appeal lies in the juxtaposition of the characters’ real personalities versus the “roles” they play for the customers. If you enjoy low-stress, “feel-good” content centered around character interactions and humor, this is a great choice for your watchlist.
If you enjoy the series and want to bring a piece of the cafe home, you can buy Blend S merchandise to support the franchise.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of the story you want to consume, here are the best paths to follow. For detailed connections between the versions, please refer to the relationship tree provided on this page.
For the Casual Viewer (Release Order)#
If you prefer to experience the series as most fans did, start with the anime. It is the most accessible way to enter the world of the cafe.
For the Completionist#
If you want every bit of content available, we recommend reading the manga first and then watching the anime adaptation. This allows you to see the original vision before seeing how it was translated to the screen.
For Source Material Enthusiasts#
If you don’t mind jumping between mediums, watching the anime and then picking up the manga to read the remaining chapters until the 2022 conclusion is a satisfying way to finish the journey.
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Additional Information#
For those tracking physical releases, Blend S has seen various North American releases for both the anime and manga, with licensing handled by companies such as Yen Press and Sol Press. This makes it relatively easy to find physical copies of the manga if you prefer print over digital.
Blend S • manga • 2013-08-28 to 2013-09-28 (two-shots in <i>Manga Time Kirara Carat</i>)
└─(adaptation)→ Blend S • anime • 2017-10-07
