The upcoming TV anime adaptation of Tachibana Higuchi’s Champignon Witch (also known as Champignon no Majo) manga has announced the addition of Shōya Chiba to its cast, alongside revealing an hour-long special premiere on January 8, 2026. Chiba will voice the character Henri, described as a comely youth whom protagonist Luna encounters in town.
Premiere Details and Broadcast Networks
The Champignon Witch anime is set to officially premiere on January 8, 2026, with a special one-hour broadcast. Japanese viewers can catch the series on TBS, BS11, and AT-X networks. The highly anticipated magical fantasy series will begin airing on TBS and other affiliated channels in January 2026.
Shōya Chiba Joins the Enchanting Cast
Shōya Chiba, known for his diverse voice acting roles, will portray Henri, a new character introduced to the anime’s narrative. His addition expands an already announced ensemble of talented voice actors bringing Higuchi’s magical world to life.
Key Cast Members Previously Announced
The main cast for Champignon Witch includes:
- Haruka Shiraishi as the protagonist, Luna
- Yuki Sakakihara as Lize
- Jun Fukushima as Claude
- Emiri Katō as Minos
- Miho Okasaki as Merino
- Misato Fukuen as Sisi
Unveiling the World of the “Champignon Witch”
The anime’s plot centers on Luna, a solitary witch residing deep within the Black Forest. She is feared by the townspeople and known as the “Mushroom Witch” because poisonous fungi sprout wherever she walks, talks, or touches. Despite her isolated existence and the fear she inspires, Luna longs for human connection and warmth, particularly as she navigates her first love in a kingdom where “black witches” like her are distinct from “white witches” that rule. She secretly provides healing potions to the nearby city, even as no one knows the true source of these remedies.
Creative Team Behind the Adaptation
Bringing the Champignon Witch manga to the screen is a dedicated production team:
- Director: Yōsuke Kubo
- Series Composition: Yūko Kakihara
- Character Design: Miki Matsumoto
- Animation Production: Typhoon Graphics and Qzil.la
Theme Song Artists
The opening theme song, “Maho Tsukai no Nikki” (Magician’s Diary), will be performed by ROSU. Ms.OOJA will perform the ending theme, titled “Kimi wa” (You Are).
Origin Story: The Manga Series
The Champignon Witch manga, created by Tachibana Higuchi, first began serialization on Hakusensha’s Manga Park app in October 2019. Hakusensha published the sixth compiled book volume in December 2024. Tachibana Higuchi is also known for her long-running Gakuen Alice manga, which concluded in 2013.
