Super Cub

Koguma is a high school girl in Yamanashi whose days feel empty. She has no family, few friends, and little to do for fun. That changes when she buys a used Honda Super Cub and starts riding to school for the first time. Small fuel mishaps and detours turn into quiet adventures that brighten her routine and make the world feel closer. The bike gives her independence she never realized she needed, turning ordinary routes into tiny explorations. As she grows to enjoy this new life, she learns that her classmate Reiko also rides to class, and they begin to share the road. A simple hobby becomes a doorway to companionship and a reawakened sense of belonging.

Premiered in 2021, the show comes from creators Tone Koken and Toshizo Nemoto. It is a light animated comedy about self discovery through riding, with Yuki Yomichi voicing Koguma and Ayaka Nanase as Reiko. The animation favors soft colors, quiet humor, and expressive road scenery. The animation heightens mood with light music and short, visual gags.

Box office data does not apply to this television series; there was no theatrical release and audience figures come from streaming platforms, TV licensing, and subscriptions rather than gross worldwide totals.

While not a blockbuster, the series has resonated with viewers who relate to Koguma's quiet resilience and the way friendship can bloom from shared rides. Its down to earth tone has sparked conversations about independence, practical problem solving, and finding small joys in ordinary days.

Critics praise its restrained storytelling, focusing on character growth and the small moments that change a life. The show tackles themes of loneliness and belonging, the healing power of motion, and the importance of support from friends. The humor is gentle rather than frenetic, and the balance of mood and lighthearted detail makes it feel true to everyday life.