**Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches** is a TV anime adaptation of the popular manga by Miki Yoshikawa, serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine.
When troublemaker high schooler Ryu Yamada accidentally kisses honor student Urara Shiraishi, he awakens the power to swap bodies — and begins pursuing the mystery of seven witches hidden within the school, in this school romantic comedy.
It aired from April to June 2015, animated by LIDENFILMS. The encounters with unique witches, bonds with the Supernatural Studies Club members, and a bittersweet love story intertwine perfectly in this ultimate youth anime!
The OP "Kuchizuke Diamond" (WEAVER) and ED "CANDY MAGIC" (Mimi Meme MIMI) are also excellent songs that further enhance the series' charm 💋
✨ Highlights
🧑 👥 Main Characters
❓ FAQ
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01① A Fresh Premise: Body Swapping Through Kissing
The biggest feature of this series is its fresh premise of "body swapping through kissing."
The story begins when delinquent Yamada and honor student Shiraishi swap bodies, experiencing each other's worlds.
It doesn't stop at just body swapping — the mystery accelerates when it's revealed that each of the seven witches possesses a different power 💋
Having kissing — a romantic act — as the key to activating powers is the perfect setup for a romantic comedy!
02② Each Witch's Unique Personality and Power
Each of the seven witches has a different power, and discovering them drives the story forward in major ways.
Body swapping, charm, telepathy, future sight... a rich variety of abilities appear throughout the series.
Moreover, each witch carries her own worries and secrets, adding depth as a human drama when Yamada faces them ✨
The excitement of "Who's the next witch? What power does she have?" never stops!
03③ The Supernatural Studies Club's Amazing Teamwork
The members of the "Supernatural Studies Club" that Yamada joins are incredibly charming.
Led by club president Noa Miyamura, a group of unique members gather to tackle the witch mystery.
Watching initially scattered members form strong bonds through overcoming difficulties together is deeply moving 🔥
The "club activity" feel of solving mysteries together with friends is irresistibly fun!
04④ A Perfect Blend of Laughs and Romance
The romantic comedy elements of Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches are truly superb.
The relationship between Yamada and Shiraishi is especially wonderful — watching the awkward Yamada gradually realize his feelings for Shiraishi is heart-fluttering to no end.
There are plenty of gag scenes too, with body-swap slapstick comedy providing endless laughs 😂
The balance between serious scenes and comedy is perfect, keeping you entertained throughout!
05⑤ The Addictiveness of OP "Kuchizuke Diamond"
The OP "Kuchizuke Diamond" sung by WEAVER is an unforgettable masterpiece once you hear it.
Its refreshing and catchy melody perfectly matches the youthful feeling of the series, making it impossible to skip the opening each episode.
The ED "CANDY MAGIC" (Mimi Meme MIMI) is also a sweet and cute track that perfectly wraps up each episode's aftertaste 🎵
Including its excellent theme songs, this series is a masterpiece of youth anime!
06① The Awakening of Delinquent Ryu Yamada
Ryu Yamada, a troublemaker at Suzaku High School, is fed up with his boring daily life.
One day, he has a falling accident on the stairs with honor student Urara Shiraishi, and when he wakes up, their bodies have swapped.
Shocked, Yamada discovers they can switch back by kissing. This body-swapping mystery completely transforms Yamada's school life!
07② Formation of the Supernatural Studies Club
Noa Miyamura, intrigued by Yamada's ability, recruits Yamada and Shiraishi into the nearly-defunct Supernatural Studies Club.
Vice president Miyabi Ito also joins, and they begin investigating the legend of the "Seven Witches" at the school.
The seven witches are seven female students with special powers. Finding all of them becomes the Supernatural Studies Club's mission 🔍
08③ Encounters and Trials with the Witches
The Supernatural Studies Club discovers witches one after another.
Maria Sarushima with the power of charm, Noa Takigawa with telepathy — each witch carries her own circumstances.
Yamada wins over the witches' hearts with his straightforward nature, but the witches' powers hide a major secret that could shake the entire school ⚡
09④ Conspiracy Moving Behind the Scenes
The power of the seven witches is actually deeply connected to the school's student council.
Student council president Haruma Yamazaki attempts to use the witches' powers to control the school, intensifying the conflict with the Supernatural Studies Club.
Yamada and friends combine their strengths to face this powerful enemy, but new truths are revealed in the midst of battle 🏫
10⑤ When All the Witches Gather
When all seven witches are gathered, a special ceremony can be performed.
The ceremony involves something critical related to everyone's memories in the school, and Yamada fights with everything he has to protect his memories with the people dear to him.
With his feelings for Shiraishi in his heart, Yamada's final decision is impossible to watch without tears 😭
A climax that makes you laugh and cry — the perfect finale!
Ryu Yamada
The protagonist of this series. A troublemaker at Suzaku High School, but at his core a straightforward, hot-blooded guy who cares about his friends. He possesses the ability to swap bodies through kissing and takes on the mystery of the seven witches. His awkward romantic feelings for Urara Shiraishi are a highlight 💪
Urara Shiraishi
The heroine. An honor student with excellent grades and beautiful appearance, but she was isolated in her class. She gradually opens her heart through the body-swapping experience with Yamada, and her growing awareness of romantic feelings for him is adorable 💕
Noa Miyamura
President of the Supernatural Studies Club. Bright and positive in personality, she's the mood maker of the club. She was the first to notice Yamada's ability and is credited with initiating the witch search. A reliable leader with quick thinking and accurate judgment ✨
Miyabi Ito
Vice president of the Supernatural Studies Club. Cool and intellectual in personality, but deeply affectionate toward friends. Excels at analysis and supports the club's activities through information gathering and deduction about the witches — a true brain character 🧠
Maria Sarushima
One of the seven witches with the power of "Charm." Her kiss makes others become infatuated with her. Strong-willed with a frank personality, she initially clashes with Yamada but gradually builds a relationship of trust 🔥
Noa Takigawa
One of the seven witches with the power of "Telepathy." She can read the thoughts of anyone she kisses. Innocent and carefree in personality, but her ability also causes her struggles in relationships 🌸
