Witch Watch anime reportedly confirmed for April 2025

The highly anticipated Witch Watch anime, adapted from Kenta Shinohara’s popular manga series of the same name, has been announced to debut in Spring 2025. This information was revealed through the leaked cover of Weekly Shonen Jump issue #38, which has been confirmed by reliable animanga leakers with a history of accurately predicting such announcements.

Additionally, the individuals who leaked information unveiled a teaser visual and provided information on the cast members for the upcoming Witch Watch anime. It should be noted that Kenta Shinohara began publishing the manga in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump in February 2025, and it has been continuously serialized in the magazine, with a total of 166 chapters released to date.

Reported Premiere Date for Witch Watch Anime: April 2025

According to reports, the cover illustration for the 38th issue of Weekly Shonen Jump, set to be released on Friday, August 16, 2024, revealed that Kenta Shinohara’s popular manga series, Witch Watch, will be adapted into an anime. Fans can look forward to the premiere of the series in April 2025 during the spring season.

A number of anime-manga leakers, such as @SugoiLITE, @MangaMoguraRE, @Oecufθ, and others, collaborated to share the news, adding to its legitimacy. As per the leaked announcement, Bibury Animation Studios will be responsible for producing the Witch Watch anime.

Nico, Kanshi, and Morihito, as seen in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

The renowned studios have a long history of creating successful titles, such as Quintessential Quintuplets, 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You, Prima Doll, and Azur Lane The Animation, among others.

Besides revealing the release date and production studio, the key visual for the anime has also been leaked. The image showcases the main heroine, Nico Wakatsuki, alongside Morihito Otogi, Hime Onizuka, and other significant characters. However, the focal point of the visual is still on Nico.

The Witch Watch anime’s main cast has been revealed, with Ryota Suzuki taking on the role of Morihito Otogi and Rina Kawaguchi playing Nico Wakatsuki, as reported by the leakers. Nemu Miyao will be portrayed by Tomori Kusunoki, and Kanshi Kazamatsuri will be voiced by Kohei Amasaki.

Fans can expect to receive additional information about the anime through an official announcement in the future. It is important to note that this information has not been confirmed, as the staff has not made an official statement. However, based on previous incidents where information from Weekly Shonen Jump has been leaked, the latest news appears to be reliable.

About the anime

Nico, as seen in the manga (Image via Shueisha)

The series is published every Sunday by MANGA Plus, and its plot is described as follows:

“Morihito, a boy with the strength of an ogre, is about to start living together with his childhood friend Niko, who is training to be a witch. Niko’s magic leads to all sorts of unpredictable troubles, and with two teens under one roof…Let the fantastical antics begin.”

The enchanting comedy series delves into the everyday experiences of Niko and Morihito as they face various obstacles. Clearly, the anime will highlight the remarkable dynamic between Niko and Morihito.