

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…
TV-14 • Animation, Drama • Series • 2026 • 1 season
Starring: Miyuki Sawashiro, Fuko Mori

S1 E1 - Overflow
When 15-year-old Asa loses her parents to an accident, she's taken in by her strange aunt, Makio.
Jan 4, 2026 • 24m

S1 E2 - Wrap
Makio's friend visits to meet Asa. Later, Makio meets with an old acquaintance for some advice.
Jan 11, 2026 • 24m

S1 E3 - Discard
Makio and Asa return home to sort through her family's belongings, and Asa attends middle school graduation.
Jan 18, 2026 • 24m

S1 E4 - Cower
Asa begins high school as Makio grapples with the new responsibilities of being her guardian.
Jan 25, 2026 • 24m

S1 E5 - Decide
Asa struggles to choose an extracurricular activity as she recalls old memories of Minori.
Feb 1, 2026 • 24m

S1 E6 - Overlap
As Asa enters summer break, Makio finds herself growing closer with Kasamachi-kun.
Feb 8, 2026 • 24m

S1 E7 - Leave in Writing
As Makio weighs what to do with Minori's journal, she meets Emiri's mother and learns of Minori's past.
Feb 15, 2026 • 24m

S1 E8 - Wander
After discovering Minori's journal, Asa begins skipping school, prompting Makio to search for her.
Feb 22, 2026 • 24m

S1 E9 - Intersect
Asa returns to school and tries her hand at writing lyrics, while Makio battles writer’s block.
Mar 1, 2026 • 24m

S1 E10 - Bind
Asa continues working on original lyrics while her classmates face struggles of their own at school.
Mar 8, 2026 • 24m

S1 E11 - Set Free
With Valentine's Day approaching and no Valentine, Asa asks others about their plans in hopes of chocolate.
Mar 15, 2026 • 24m

S1 E12 - Find
Asa auditions as her band's vocalist. Meanwhile, Makio and Michiko meet up while Kasamachi runs into Tono.
Mar 22, 2026 • 24m

S1 E13 - Morning Is Here
A chance meeting at the station leads Asa to invite Chiyo to her band club’s upcoming performance.
Mar 29, 2026 • 24m
Journal with Witch
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.
TV-14 • Animation, Drama • TV Series • 2026