“Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches” — The Magic of Kisses, Connection, and Youthful Redemption

Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is a romantic comedy anime based on the manga by Miki Yoshikawa, which aired in 2015.
The story follows a high school boy who discovers a mysterious secret — within his school exist seven witches, each possessing a unique supernatural power activated by a kiss.

The series’ biggest appeal lies in its thrilling and emotional premise: how something as simple as a kiss can connect hearts, uncover hidden truths, and spark both laughter and tears.
Beyond the comedy and romance, it’s also a coming-of-age story that explores friendship, acceptance, and personal growth.

Through Yamada’s encounters with each “witch,” the story evolves into a heartfelt drama about connection and self-discovery—wrapped in humor, charm, and just the right touch of magic.

There are seven witches in this school.

Ryuu Yamada, a delinquent student bored with his daily life at a prestigious private academy, has never really fit in. But after a fateful incident, his world takes an unexpected turn.

He discovers that by kissing someone, he can switch bodies—and that this strange phenomenon is connected to the powers of the “seven witches” who attend the same school.

As Yamada teams up with his classmate Urara Shiraishi and others in the Supernatural Studies Club, he begins uncovering the mysteries behind each witch’s ability.
Between laughter, chaos, and heartwarming moments, Yamada’s ordinary school life transforms into an unpredictable adventure filled with magic, friendship, and love.

Until he finds all seven witches, there’s never a dull moment!

Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches begins with a single, accidental kiss — and from that simple act, an entire world of connection and emotion unfolds. What seems like a chaotic romantic comedy at first slowly reveals itself to be a heartfelt story about understanding, loneliness, and emotional growth.

Ryuu Yamada, a delinquent student shunned by his peers, and Urara Shiraishi, a model honor student, switch bodies after an unexpected fall — and an even more unexpected kiss. Soon, they discover the existence of seven witches whose supernatural powers are all triggered by kisses. Through this strange premise, the anime explores something deeply human: the desire to be understood.

The kiss in Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is not a gimmick — it’s a metaphor for connection. Each kiss forces two people to literally see the world through each other’s eyes. When Yamada and Shiraishi exchange bodies, they also exchange perspectives. They learn what it means to be misunderstood, to be lonely, and to seek acceptance.

Every witch in the story embodies a different emotional wound — a hidden pain born from isolation. Some can manipulate memories, others emotions, but all of them share a common thread: a yearning to be seen. Yamada, blessed (or cursed) with the power to cancel their magic, becomes the bridge that connects them. His journey to help each witch is a story of healing — not just for them, but for himself.

Through humor, chaos, and countless kisses, the series reminds us that empathy is the most powerful kind of magic there is.

Among the witches, Nene Odagiri stands out as one of the most compelling. Confident and flirtatious on the surface, her ability to charm others masks a deep sense of insecurity and longing. When her heart breaks, her tears are not just of loss, but of release. She’s more than a rival — she’s a symbol of how even the strongest personas hide fragile emotions beneath.

Each witch’s power stems from loneliness, and each resolution comes from being understood. The show’s pacing may be fast, but its emotional rhythm is consistent. Every episode, no matter how brief, gives its characters a moment to feel, to struggle, and to grow. The constant act of kissing — once seen as a casual ritual — evolves into an expression of trust and sincerity.

Ultimately, Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is about learning to face one’s own pain through the reflection of others.

Beneath its colorful surface, Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is a deeply human drama disguised as a school comedy.
It asks: How do people change when they open their hearts? What does it mean to trust someone, even when you’ve been hurt?

Yamada’s growth is gradual but profound. His attempts to understand and help the witches become his path to self-acceptance. By the end, his kiss with Shiraishi is no longer an accident or a spell — it’s a conscious act of love, mutual recognition, and emotional maturity.

The soundtrack enhances these emotions perfectly. The opening theme, Kuchizuke Diamond by WEAVER, radiates energy and optimism, while the ending song CANDY MAGIC by mimimemeMIMI wraps the story in gentle sweetness — a fitting reflection of the series’ warmth and positivity.

At its core, Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches isn’t about magic or mystery — it’s about people. It’s about how understanding others can transform loneliness into connection, and isolation into affection.
Through laughter, awkwardness, and countless kisses, it captures the essence of adolescence — messy, emotional, and beautifully human.

By the final scene, every kiss feels earned. It’s no longer a trigger for magic, but a symbol of trust, healing, and love.
That’s why, long after the credits roll, Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches leaves us smiling — reminded that even the smallest act of kindness can become a miracle.

• Ryuu Yamada — Voiced by Ryota Ohsaka
• Urara Shiraishi — Voiced by Saori Hayami
• Toranosuke Miyamura — Voiced by Toshiki Masuda
• Miyabi Itou — Voiced by Maaya Uchida
• Nene Odagiri — Voiced by Eri Kitamura
• Meiko Ootsuka — Voiced by Yui Makino
• Maria Sarushima — Voiced by Yuuki Takao
• Noa Takigawa — Voiced by Aoi Yuuki
• Mikoto Asuka — Voiced by Kana Hanazawa
• Rika Saionji — Voiced by Masumi Tazawa

• Original Creator: Miki Yoshikawa
• Director: Seiki Takuno
• Series Composition: Noriko Tsukamoto (OAD), Michiko Yokote (TV)
• Character Design: Eriko Iida
• Music: Masaru Yokoyama
• Animation Studio: LIDEN FILMS

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