Series synopsis
Journal with Witch, also known as 違国日記 is a Japanese animation drama television series that premiered on BS Asahi on January 4, 2026. It ended on March 29, 2026. It stars Miyuki Sawashiro and Fuko Mori.
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.
Premise
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 and characters
Leading cast
- Miyuki Sawashiro as Makio Kodai (voice)
- Fuko Mori as Asa Takumi (voice)
Guest cast
- Sayaka Ohara as Minori Kodai (voice)
- Mayumi Asano as Kyoko Kodai (voice)
- Kaori Nakamura as Announcer (voice)
- Kaoru Katakai as Funeral Attendee (voice)
- Hitoshi Bifu as Funeral Attendee (voice)
- Michitake Kikuchi as Funeral Attendee (voice)
- Kouichi Souma as Funeral Attendee (voice)
- Junichi Suwabe as Shingo Kasamachi (voice)
- Eriko Matsui as Nana Daigo (voice)
- Chihiro Kamijo as Asuka Sone (voice)
- Hinako Takahashi as Waitress (voice)
- Sumire Morohoshi as Emiri Nara (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 13 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 13 | January 4, 2026 | March 29, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Overflow When 15-year-old Asa loses her parents to an accident, she's taken in by her strange aunt, Makio. |
January 4, 2026 |
| 2 |
Wrap Makio's friend visits to meet Asa. Later, Makio meets with an old acquaintance for some advice. |
January 11, 2026 |
| 3 |
Discard Makio and Asa return home to sort through her family's belongings, and Asa attends middle school graduation. |
January 18, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BS Asahi |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 4, 2026 |
| Last aired | March 29, 2026 |
| Runtime | 24 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 23:00:00 |