In the world of anime, surprises often await around every corner, and the latest announcement is no exception. The adaptation of the absurd gag manga ‘Welcome to Magical Girl Village (Illegal Occupation)’ is set to bring laughter and intrigue to fans when it premieres on April 3, 2025. This unique series promises to blend humor with surreal elements, showcasing the chaotic lives of its characters. Read on to discover more about this exciting new anime!

Anime Adaptation of ‘Welcome to Magical Girl Village’ Set to Air

Kansai Television Broadcasting Corporation has revealed that the anime adaptation of ‘Welcome to Magical Girl Village (Illegal Occupation)’ will premiere on April 3, 2025, at 27:15. This absurd gag manga follows the life of a 43-year-old salaryman, Tomakomai, who unexpectedly becomes a magical girl due to workplace harassment from his boss. The story unfolds in a village inhabited by quirky magical girls, including the cheerful 120-year-old Nemuro and the perpetually drunk 270-year-old Seiko, as they navigate their chaotic lives together.

Overview of the Series

• Title:‘Welcome to Magical Girl Village (Illegal Occupation)’
• Format:Short anime, 1 minute per episode, 13 episodes planned
• Original Creator:Gingham
• Animation Production:Katsutake Studio
• Director:Takeshi Onaka
• Voice Cast:Mana Iwami, Shiori Izawa, Sumire Uesaka, Riko Ohara, Tomokazu Sugita

Gingham, the original creator, expressed their hopes that the anime will introduce more people to the absurd and darkly humorous world of magical girls. The series promises a blend of comedy and surreal elements, showcasing the bizarre lives of magical girls who are often seen as humanity’s enemies.

Cast Details

• Tomakomai:Recently became a magical girl and is destined to suffer eternally. (CV: Mana Iwami)
• Nemuro:An energetic magical girl. (CV: Shiori Izawa)
• Seiko:The village chief and a heavy drinker. (CV: Sumire Uesaka)
• Kushiro:Seiko’s caretaker and self-proclaimed favorite. (CV: Riko Ohara)
• Kanagawa:A staff member of the Anti-Magic Bureau, a hardworking individual. (CV: Tomokazu Sugita)

The series will air every Thursday at 27:15 on Kansai Television, starting April 3. Fans are eagerly anticipating the unique blend of humor and dark themes that ‘Welcome to Magical Girl Village’ promises to deliver.