I’m an adult, but a lot of people assume anime is just for kids. The truth is many anime explore mature themes and include scenes that aren’t appropriate for children. At work my colleagues tease me for being childish whenever I bring up anime or recommend a show. Maybe I’m just unlucky that they don’t share my taste, or maybe they think they’re too “grown-up” for it. During lunch the conversation usually centers on trending reels on social media , fashion, or celebrities, so I often eat alone at my table watching an episode. Honestly, I don’t mind; it’s a nice break.