A Witch's Crush Gets Animated: "Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!" Heads to TV
Kadokawa has announced a television anime adaptation of Eiko Mutsuhana's popular light novel series, "Doumo, Suki na Hito ni Horegusuri wo Irai sareta Majo desu," which translates to "Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!" Fans of romantic fantasy are in for a treat as the series is slated to premiere in 2026.
Announcement Details
The official website for the anime adaptation is now live, showcasing a key visual that offers a glimpse into the enchanting world of the story. In addition to the visual, Misato Kamada, the artist behind the manga adaptation, has created a special celebratory illustration to commemorate the announcement. These visuals provide an early look at the anime's aesthetic and character designs.
A Journey From Novel to Anime
Eiko Mutsuhana initially penned the story on the Shousetsuka ni Narou website, a popular platform for user-generated novels, between April 2019 and March 2020. Recognizing its potential, Futabasha picked up the series and published it as a light novel under their M Novels f imprint. The light novel featured illustrations by vient, adding a visual dimension to Mutsuhana's storytelling. The series concluded with its second volume in March 2020, quickly gaining a dedicated following. The light novel series has achieved impressive sales, boasting over 1 million copies in circulation. This popularity paved the way for further adaptations.
Manga Adaptation
Building upon the success of the light novel, Misato Kamada began drawing a manga adaptation in August 2020, serialized in Flos Comic magazine. The manga has further expanded the fanbase, bringing the story and characters to life in a visually engaging format. The fifth volume of the manga was released in December 2024, with the sixth volume scheduled for release on February 5, demonstrating the ongoing popularity of the series.
English Localization
For English-speaking audiences, Cross Infinite World has licensed the light novel digitally, releasing the second and final volume in January 2021. This allows international fans to experience Mutsuhana's original story in their native language. Yen Press has also licensed the manga adaptation, with the fourth volume published in July 2024 and the fifth volume slated for release on January 20. This ensures that English-speaking manga enthusiasts can follow Rose's adventures.
Synopsis: A Witch's Dilemma
"Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!" tells the story of Rose, a young witch living a secluded life in a cottage by the lake. Skilled in the art of potion-making, she learned her craft from her wise grandmother. Despite her peaceful existence, Rose harbors a secret crush on Sir Harij Azm, a handsome knight she encountered years ago. However, as a witch, she believes she must remain detached from human affairs.
Fate takes an unexpected turn when Harij arrives at her doorstep, seeking a love potion to win the heart of another woman. Heartbroken but determined to help, Rose agrees to craft the potion. However, she devises a series of elaborate quests for Harij to gather the necessary ingredients, hoping to prolong their time together and perhaps even change his feelings. The story explores themes of unrequited love, selflessness, and the challenges of living outside societal norms. Rose's internal conflict between her duty as a witch and her personal desires forms the emotional core of the narrative.
Stay Tuned for More
With the anime adaptation set to air in 2026, fans have plenty to look forward to. The official website and X (formerly Twitter) account (@horemajo_anime) will provide updates on the production, cast announcements, and more. "Hello, I Am a Witch and My Crush Wants Me to Make a Love Potion!" promises to be a heartwarming and enchanting series that captures the magic of romantic fantasy.
