
Journal with WitchReclusive 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.
WriterKohei Kiyasu

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

Wrap
Jan 11, 2026
Makio's friend visits to meet Asa. Later, Makio meets with an old acquaintance for some advice.

Discard
Jan 18, 2026
Makio and Asa return home to sort through her family's belongings, and Asa attends middle school graduation.

Cower
Jan 25, 2026
Asa begins high school as Makio grapples with the new responsibilities of being her guardian.

Decide
Feb 1, 2026
Asa struggles to choose an extracurricular activity as she recalls old memories of Minori.

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

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

Wander
Feb 22, 2026
After discovering Minori's journal, Asa begins skipping school, prompting Makio to search for her.

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

Bind
Mar 8, 2026
Asa continues working on original lyrics while her classmates face struggles of their own at school.

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

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

Morning Is Here
Mar 29, 2026
A chance meeting at the station leads Asa to invite Chiyo to her band club’s upcoming performance.