“Witch Watch,” the fantasy romantic comedy manga series by Kenta Shinohara, has captured hearts with its unique blend of magic, humor, and heartwarming relationships. The anime adaptation, produced by Bibury Animation Studios, premiered in April 2025, bringing the whimsical world of Nico and Morihito to life. Episode 6, titled “Under the Lovers’ Tree,” delves deeper into the characters’ emotions, particularly Nico’s growing feelings for Morihito.
Episode 6 Synopsis: A Field Trip of Feelings
In Episode 6, Nico becomes anxious as Morihito starts attracting attention from other girls. Kanshi notices Nico’s feelings, but Morihito remains oblivious. The school organizes a field trip to Mount Futatsu, which has a famous “Matchmaking Tree”. Legend says that if a boy and girl eat lunch together under the tree, they are destined to become a couple. Kanshi encourages Nico to confess her feelings to Morihito under the Lovers’ Tree.
Nico’s Confession Plan
Nico, aware of her tendency to cause trouble for Morihito, worries that he sees her as just a sister. Determined to capture his attention, she seeks advice and even tries a “wind-blown hair” strategy to appear more attractive. However, her efforts comically backfire, activating her “God Mode” and inadvertently increasing Morihito’s popularity.
Misunderstandings and Discoveries
At Mount Futatsu, Nico finds herself giving love charms to other students. Morihito receives a confession from another girl but kindly rejects her, which slightly hurts Nico. Despite the awkwardness, Nico overhears Morihito saying that she is a precious person to him.
A Touching Moment
The episode culminates in a touching moment between Nico and Morihito as they share lunch. It’s revealed that the tree everyone else was at isn’t the real Lovers’ Tree; Nico and Morihito are eating under the real one. This suggests a promising future for their relationship.
Key Highlights and Themes
Focus on Character Relationships
Episode 6 departs from the episodic skits of previous episodes, focusing on the main characters’ emotional states and motivations. The episode explores Nico’s vulnerability and self-awareness regarding her relationship with Morihito. It also highlights Morihito’s subtle acts of service, revealing his caring nature.
Romantic Comedy Tropes
The episode uses familiar rom-com elements, such as the dense male lead and the female lead’s comedic attempts to gain his attention. Despite the conventional methods, the episode is a step up from previous ones because of its focus on character development.
Kanshi as Wingman
Instead of competing with Morihito for Nico’s affection, Kanshi supports Nico in her love life, acting as her wingman. This refreshing dynamic adds a unique touch to the love triangle.
Soft Animation
The episode’s key animator, Enshi Oshima, gives the characters a softer look, enhancing the romantic atmosphere. The visual nuances effectively convey Nico’s emotions throughout the episode.
Reception and Community Score
Episode 6 has been well-received by the community, with a community score of 4.1. Fans appreciate the focus on Nico and Morihito’s relationship and the sweet and hilarious moments. Some viewers note that the episode balances touching character moments, funny scenes, and goofy events.
Where to Watch
“Witch Watch” Episode 6 is available on streaming platforms such as Crunchyroll and Netflix.
Manga
“Witch Watch” is a manga series written and illustrated by Kenta Shinohara. It has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump since February 2021. As of April 2025, twenty-one tankōbon volumes have been released. The manga is also available for simultaneous publication in North America via Viz Media and Shueisha’s Manga Plus app.
Popularity
In June 2021, “Witch Watch” was nominated for the seventh Next Manga Award in the Best Printed Manga category. By November 2022, the first eight volumes had over 1.1 million copies in circulation.
Anime Production
The anime adaptation is directed by Hiroshi Ikehata and produced by Bibury Animation Studios. Deko Akao is in charge of writing the series, and Yukari Hashimoto composes the music.
Characters
- Nico Wakatsuki: A witch-in-training and Morihito’s childhood friend. Voiced by Rina Kawaguchi.
- Morihito Otogi: A high school student with the strength of an ogre and Nico’s familiar. Voiced by Ryota Suzuki.
- Kanshi Kazamatsuri: A tengu and Nico’s friend. Voiced by Kohei Amasaki.
- Keigo Magami: Voiced by Kaito Ishikawa.
- Nemu Miyao: A shy witch who can transform into a cat. Voiced by Tomori Kusunoki.
Episode List
- Witch’s Return (April 6, 2025)
- A Giant Rookie / Let’s Go to a Diner / The Flying Classroom (April 13, 2025)
- Fresh Transparent Fashions for Spring / Witch’s Delivery Service / Lost Dogs and the Patter of Rain (April 20, 2025)
- Kanshi Kazamatsuri, The Tengu (April 27, 2025)
- My Student Is My Favorite Fan Artist / My Tummy Is Tender Today / Cat Scout (May 4, 2025)
- Under the Lovers’ Tree (May 11, 2025)
Where to Read the Manga
You can read the “Witch Watch” manga on platforms such as Viz Media and Manga Plus.
A Promising Step
“Witch Watch” Episode 6 marks a significant step in developing the series’ characters and relationships. With its heartwarming moments, comedic relief, and focus on emotional growth, the episode leaves viewers eager to see what the future holds for Nico and Morihito.
