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Journal with Witch

Original title: 違国日記

2026 · TV-14 · 1 season · 13 episodes

8.6

TMDB audience score
28 votes, out of 10

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Synopsis

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.

About 5h 12m to watch every episode. An estimate: 13 episodes at the typical episode runtime of 24 minutes.

Where to watch

Official options in the United States:

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Main cast

  • Miyuki Sawashiro
    Makio Kodai (voice)
    13 episodes

  • Fuko Mori
    Asa Takumi (voice)
    13 episodes

  • Sayaka Ohara
    Minori Kodai (voice)
    13 episodes

  • Sumire Morohoshi
    Emiri Nara (voice)
    11 episodes

  • Junichi Suwabe
    Shingo Kasamachi (voice)
    10 episodes

  • Eriko Matsui
    Nana Daigo (voice)
    6 episodes

  • Ruriko Aoki
    Counselor (voice)
    6 episodes

  • Naoya Miyase
    Atsuhiko (voice)
    6 episodes

  • Sanae Kobayashi
    Motsu (voice)
    5 episodes

  • Kaya Ueda
    Train Announcement (voice)
    5 episodes

  • Takahiro Yoshino
    Hajime Takumi (voice)
    5 episodes

  • Mayumi Asano
    Kyoko Kodai (voice)
    4 episodes

  • Mie Sonozaki
    Michiko Nara (voice)
    4 episodes

  • Ryunosuke Watanuki
    Yuto Togo (voice)
    4 episodes

  • Takeru Kikuchi
    Hattori (voice)
    4 episodes

  • Takashi Kondo
    Kazunari Tono (voice)
    4 episodes

  • Yuji Kameyama
    Male Teacher (voice)
    4 episodes

  • Miki Natsutani
    Misaki Oki (voice)
    4 episodes

Seasons