Image: Yosuke Kanada, Kodansha / "Black Cat and the Witch's Classroom" Production Committee
AMBot | 03/08/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The anime adaptation of Yōsuke Kaneda's fantasy manga "Black Cat and Witch School" (original title: "Kuroneko to Majo no Kyōshitsu") is not only receiving another trailer and new cast members but is also launching with a longer first season. As announced by the project's official X account, the series will begin airing on Japanese television from April 12, 2026 – as a so-called "two-cour" series, meaning it will run for about half a year without interruption. The premiere will be in the "Agaru Anime" programming block on the CBC/TBS channel and on other stations.
The second main trailer offers new insights into the plot. The first part shows the turbulent school life of the protagonist Spica at the Royal Magic School Diana, while the second part focuses on powerful magic duels as well as Spica's inner conflicts and determination. To build anticipation for the launch, three additional voice roles have been announced.
The notable new additions are:
- Kana Hanazawa as the school principal Jeanne, an enigmatic woman who sees Claude as her student.
- Shō Hayami as the vice principal Justice Libra, who is also the father of Astrea Libra.
- Daisuke Hirakawa as the teacher Prokyon, who avoids conflict and is known for quickly accumulating stress.
Already this Sunday (March 22, 2026), Nobunaga Shimazaki, the voice actor for the black cat Claude, along with a mascot costume of Spica, will make a special appearance at the Vantelin Dome Nagoya. Before the baseball opening game between the Chunichi Dragons and the Chiba Lotte Marines, they will perform the ceremonial first pitch and make a stadium announcement.
Additional content is also planned: On April 11, the official radio podcast "Black Cat and Witch School – Magical School Communication" ("Gakuen Mahō Tsūshin") will launch, featuring lead actress Kaede Hondo (Spica) and Shimazaki. The show will then be broadcast every two weeks on the Onsen platform. At the AnimeJapan 2026 convention (March 28/29), fans can also visit the Good Smile Company booth for a special area with free tote bags and photo opportunities with the Spica costume.
The story of the anime series revolves around Spica Virgo, a shy witch apprentice who cannot perform any magic at all. To realize her dream of attending a prestigious academy, she needs a master – but she lacks both money and connections. Then, she encounters a mysterious talking cat named Claude, who is under a curse and wishes for it to be lifted. The two form a secret pact: Spica will learn magic from him, and in return, she will help him break the curse.
The production is handled by Studio LIDENFILMS, with Naoyuki Tatsuwa directing.
The second main trailer offers new insights into the plot. The first part shows the turbulent school life of the protagonist Spica at the Royal Magic School Diana, while the second part focuses on powerful magic duels as well as Spica's inner conflicts and determination. To build anticipation for the launch, three additional voice roles have been announced.
The notable new additions are:
- Kana Hanazawa as the school principal Jeanne, an enigmatic woman who sees Claude as her student.
- Shō Hayami as the vice principal Justice Libra, who is also the father of Astrea Libra.
- Daisuke Hirakawa as the teacher Prokyon, who avoids conflict and is known for quickly accumulating stress.
Already this Sunday (March 22, 2026), Nobunaga Shimazaki, the voice actor for the black cat Claude, along with a mascot costume of Spica, will make a special appearance at the Vantelin Dome Nagoya. Before the baseball opening game between the Chunichi Dragons and the Chiba Lotte Marines, they will perform the ceremonial first pitch and make a stadium announcement.
Additional content is also planned: On April 11, the official radio podcast "Black Cat and Witch School – Magical School Communication" ("Gakuen Mahō Tsūshin") will launch, featuring lead actress Kaede Hondo (Spica) and Shimazaki. The show will then be broadcast every two weeks on the Onsen platform. At the AnimeJapan 2026 convention (March 28/29), fans can also visit the Good Smile Company booth for a special area with free tote bags and photo opportunities with the Spica costume.
The story of the anime series revolves around Spica Virgo, a shy witch apprentice who cannot perform any magic at all. To realize her dream of attending a prestigious academy, she needs a master – but she lacks both money and connections. Then, she encounters a mysterious talking cat named Claude, who is under a curse and wishes for it to be lifted. The two form a secret pact: Spica will learn magic from him, and in return, she will help him break the curse.
The production is handled by Studio LIDENFILMS, with Naoyuki Tatsuwa directing.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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