Witch Watch Anime Unveils Staff and Voice Cast

Witch Watch is set to become part of the latest wave of Shonen Jump anime adaptations, and the upcoming anime has just unveiled its staff and voice cast. Kenta Shinohara’s Witch Watch manga, which has been published in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump since 2021, will be adapted into an anime slated for release next year.

Following some initial reports, Witch Watch has confirmed it will debut in 2025. The series will feature Ryota Suzuki as Morihito Otogi, Rina Kawaguchi as Nico Wakatsuki, Tomori Kusunoki as Nemu Miyao, Kohei Amasaki as Kanshi Kazamatsuri, and Kaito Ishikawa as Magami Keigo. These characters are central to the manga’s early adventures and will be key figures throughout the series when the show premieres next Spring. Be sure to catch the anime’s announcement trailer for a sneak peek.

Witch Watch is planned to premiere in April 2025 as part of the Spring anime lineup. Hiroshi Ikehata is directing the series alongside Masao Kawase for Bibury Animation Studio. The scripts will be written by Deko Akao, character designs are by Haruko Iizuka, with Mutsumi Takemiya editing and Yukari Hashimoto composing the music.

If you’re interested in exploring Kenta Shinohara’s original Witch Watch manga before the anime release, the latest chapters are available for free on Viz Media’s digital Shonen Jump library or Shueisha’s Manga Plus service. The series 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 causes all sorts of unpredictable trouble, and with two teens under one roof… Let the fantastical antics begin! A magical comedy series by Kenta Shinohara, creator of SKET DANCE and Astra Lost in Space.”

As anticipation builds, fans are eager to see how Witch Watch will transition from manga to anime. The creative team behind the adaptation has experience that promises to do justice to the original storyline, blending fantasy, humor, and adventure.

The anime’s announcement is a significant event for fans of the manga and anime community, ushering in another anticipated series from the beloved Shonen Jump line. With high expectations, 2025 cannot come soon enough for Witch Watch enthusiasts around the world.

Source: ComicBook.com