Journal with Witch
Overview
Reclusive novelist Makio Koudai has always preferred the company of books—but when her sister and brother-in-law pass away, Makio unexpectedly becomes the guardian of her 15-year-old niece, Asa Takumi. As they navigate grief, clashing personalities, and the challenges of living together, the two slowly open their hearts to each other, discovering warmth, understanding, and the meaning of family.
Cast
Episodes
Episode 1 · 24m
Overflow
When 15-year-old Asa loses her parents to an accident, she's taken in by her strange aunt, Makio.
Jan 4, 2026
Episode 2 · 24m
Wrap
Makio's friend visits to meet Asa. Later, Makio meets with an old acquaintance for some advice.
Jan 11, 2026
Episode 3 · 24m
Discard
Makio and Asa return home to sort through her family's belongings, and Asa attends middle school graduation.
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 4 · 24m
Cower
Asa begins high school as Makio grapples with the new responsibilities of being her guardian.
Jan 25, 2026
Episode 5 · 24m
Decide
Asa struggles to choose an extracurricular activity as she recalls old memories of Minori.
Feb 1, 2026
Episode 6 · 24m
Overlap
As Asa enters summer break, Makio finds herself growing closer with Kasamachi-kun.
Feb 8, 2026
Episode 7 · 24m
Leave in Writing
As Makio weighs what to do with Minori's journal, she meets Emiri's mother and learns of Minori's past.
Feb 15, 2026
Episode 8 · 24m
Wander
After discovering Minori's journal, Asa begins skipping school, prompting Makio to search for her.
Feb 22, 2026
Episode 9 · 24m
Intersect
Asa returns to school and tries her hand at writing lyrics, while Makio battles writer’s block.
Mar 1, 2026
Episode 10 · 24m
Bind
Asa continues working on original lyrics while her classmates face struggles of their own at school.
Mar 8, 2026
Episode 11 · 24m
Set Free
With Valentine's Day approaching and no Valentine, Asa asks others about their plans in hopes of chocolate.
Mar 15, 2026
Episode 12 · 24m
Find
Asa auditions as her band's vocalist. Meanwhile, Makio and Michiko meet up while Kasamachi runs into Tono.
Mar 22, 2026
Episode 13 · 24m
Morning Is Here
A chance meeting at the station leads Asa to invite Chiyo to her band club’s upcoming performance.
Mar 29, 2026
Similar TV Shows
The Two Lottes
1991
Josephina the Whale
1979
Mama is a 4th Grader
1992
Animated Travels: Marco Polo's Adventures
1979
Bosco Adventure
1986
Koitabi: True Tours Nanto
2013
Bad Teacher's Equation
1994
TRILLION GAME
2024
Artiswitch
2021
Japanese Folklore Tales
1975
Nanatsu-iro Drops: First Love That Encompasses You
2007
Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!
2020