Black Cat and Witch’s Classroom Anime 2026

Yosuke Kaneda, known for “Boarding School Juliet,” is a school fantasy manga by the same author. It has been announced that “Black Cat and Witch’s Classroom” will be adapted into a TV anime series in 2026. It has been revealed that Kaede Hondo will play Spica Virgo and Nobunaga Shimazaki will play Claude Sirius. A teaser trailer and visuals have been released.

The original work has been serialized on Kodansha’s manga app “Magazine Pocket” since March 2022. In a world where 12 magical traits exist, corresponding to the 12 constellations, Spica, an apprentice witch who cannot use magic, meets Claude, a mysterious black cat who can use human language and magic. Their shared interests lead to a master-disciple relationship: Spica wants to get into the magic school of her dreams, and Claude wants Spica’s powers to lift the curse that transformed him into a cat. The latest volume, volume 12, will be released on August 7th.

Hondo plays Spica, a Virgo magician who aspires to become a magician after being saved by a certain magician during an incident two years ago. He approaches everything with a positive attitude and interacts cheerfully with those around him. Shimazaki voices Claude, a magician who was transformed into a cat by a curse and uses Sagittarius magic. Hondo will be reprising his role from the original promotional video released in 2011.

The staff reunites with the same team behind “Saku U Arsnotoria Sun!”. Directed by Naoyuki Tatsurin, series composition is handled by Midori Goto, and animation is handled by LIDEN FILMS. Character design is by Takayuki Onoda of “Hortensia Saga.”

The teaser trailer features voice recordings of Spica about to use magic. The teaser visual depicts Spica and Claude sitting on a hill overlooking the royal capital.

Full comments from author Kaneda, the cast, and staff are below.

[Yosuke Kaneda (Original Work)]

When I heard from my editor that “Neko Majo” was going to be made into an anime, I was torn between excitement and anxiety: “Will Claude’s * be broadcast nationwide!?” However, I was blessed with a wonderful staff and actors, and now I can only look forward to the broadcast! I’m looking forward to spending these festive days with everyone again in this second anime adaptation!

[Kaede Hondo (Spica Virgo)]

I’m Kaede Hondo, and I’ll be playing Spica. When I voiced the character in the promotional video, I was touched by the charm of this work and truly hoped to play Spica again. I’m thrilled that this wonderful work is being adapted into an anime, and I couldn’t be happier to continue playing the role. Thank you for your continued support!

[Nobunaga Shimazaki (voice of Claude Sirius)]

I never thought I’d be entrusted with a role that combines the roles of teacher and mascot (?). I’m happy and honored, and feel like I’ve somehow managed to achieve my goals. I’m looking forward to working closely with Claude to create a fun classroom for everyone. Thank you very much!

[Naoyuki Tatsurin (Director)] Celebrating the anime adaptation! Spica and Claude’s magical world unfolds in animation. We are currently creating an iconic world woven by magic. Look forward to intense action scenes with monsters, magical attacks, comedy, cuteness, and coolness in everyday life.

[Midori Goto (Series Composition)] Simply put, this is a story about Spica’s courage and hard work causing the seed of magic to sprout and bloom into a magnificent flower. One after another, unique students appear, and it’s endlessly entertaining! It’s a fun work packed with the kind of student life you’d want to experience, with occasional tears, nail-biting battles, and fun shopping with friends, so I hope you enjoy it.

[Onoda Takayuki (Character Design)] I’ve cherished the master-disciple relationship between Spica and Claude, as well as the bonds they share with their friends, and poured delicate emotion into the characters’ expressions and gestures. I hope you can feel their growth and the changes in their relationships through the designs.

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[Teaser PV] TV Anime “The Witch’s Classroom” to Start Broadcasting and Streaming in 2026

Hondo Kaede and Shimazaki Nobunaga to Voice the Magical Duo

The announcement of Black Cat and Witch’s Classroom as a 2026 TV anime brings excitement to fans of heartwarming fantasy. With Kaede Hondo voicing the gentle witch Spica and Nobunaga Shimazaki as the intelligent and mysterious black cat Claude, the cast promises emotional depth and chemistry. Given the growing trend of fantasy slice-of-life series, this adaptation could become a comforting yet magical hit. The story’s focus on the relationship between a witch and a cat in a school setting may resonate strongly with fans of works like Flying Witch and The Ancient Magus’ Bride. This anime could be a quiet gem in the 2026 lineup.