Fresh chapters of Witch Watch are on the horizon. Here is everything you need to know about when, where, and how you can dive into Nico and Morihito’s latest magical misadventures.
How Often Do New Witch Watch Chapters Release?
Thanks to its home in Weekly Shonen Jump, following the Witch Watch manga release schedule is straightforward. New chapters typically drop on a weekly basis—landing on Sundays in the United States and Monday mornings in Japan. While creator Kenta Shinohara occasionally takes a brief, well-deserved hiatus or break, these interruptions are relatively uncommon.
Upcoming Witch Watch Manga Release Dates
Fans can look forward to the continuation of Nico’s chaotic attempts at responsible spellcasting with the following upcoming chapter releases:
- Witch Watch Chapter 259: August 23, 2026
- Witch Watch Chapter 260: August 30, 2026
- Witch Watch Chapter 261: September 6, 2026
What Time Do New Chapters Come Out?
Aligning with the standard Weekly Shonen Jump rollout, fresh chapters of Witch Watch typically go live on Sundays at 11:00 AM EST, coinciding with the magazine hitting store shelves in Japan. Fortunately, official English translations are usually published almost simultaneously with the Japanese release, ensuring international fans never miss a beat.
Where to Read Witch Watch
You can catch up on every single chapter of Witch Watch digitally through several official platforms:
- The Shonen Jump app or the VIZ Media website
- The Manga Plus app and website
For physical collectors, VIZ Media also regularly publishes English-translated volumes of Witch Watch in stores and online.
Is Witch Watch a Harem or Romance?
Despite featuring a colorful cast, Witch Watch is not a harem manga. Instead, it is primarily a fantasy romantic-comedy. The story centers around Nico, who holds an unrequited crush on her childhood best friend, Morihito. They serve as the primary romantic pairing, though the romance is definitely a slow-burn. It is best enjoyed as a comedy series sprinkled with heartwarming romantic moments rather than a traditional rom-com.
Is Witch Watch a BL (Boys’ Love) Series?
No, Witch Watch is not a Boys’ Love series. The core dynamic revolves around the heterosexual pairing of Nico (a young witch) and Morihito. While Nico harbors an obvious crush on Morihito—who remains hilariously oblivious to her affections—the reason behind his denseness is later revealed to be the result of an accidental childhood curse rather than just a gag.
Is Witch Watch Getting a Season 2?
Yes! Following the conclusion of the first season, production on Witch Watch Season 2 was officially confirmed. While an exact premiere date has yet to be announced, the confirmation arrived in October 2025, meaning fans should likely prepare for a wait of at least a couple of years before the anime returns to screens.