Journal with Witch (2026)

Animation · Drama

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.

IMDb rating: 8.4 (1,284 votes)
Episode average: 8.5 ↑ +0.1 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Streaming (US): Crunchyroll
Language: JA
Type: TV series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

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Seasons

Season 1 (2026)

8.52 avg 13 episodes 8.2 → 9.1

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	Overflow	8.2	326
2	Wrap	8.1	277
3	Discard	9.0	310
4	Cower	8.5	252
5	Decide	8.6	241
6	Overlap	8.6	243
7	Leave in Writing	9.0	253
8	Wander	9.2	264
9	Intersect	8.0	189
10	Bind	8.2	182
11	Set Free	8.1	173
12	Find	8.2	161
13	Morning is Here	9.1	202