The highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of Tomato Soup’s award-winning historical manga A Witch’s Life in Mongol has revealed its official title “Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia” alongside a breathtaking super teaser visual. Announced today by production partners Science SARU and TV Asahi, the series will premiere in 2026 with a special panel confirmed for Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles.
Epic Historical Narrative
Set in 13th-century Mongolia during the empire’s peak, the story follows former slave Sitara (Fatima) who forms an unlikely alliance with Töregene – the Mongol Emperor’s sixth wife harboring conflicted loyalties. Together, they ignite a rebellion threatening the empire’s foundations. The manga, serialized on Souffle and published by AKITASHOTEN (English via Yen Press), has garnered critical acclaim for its nuanced political intrigue.
Production Excellence
Renowned animation studio Science SARU (DEVILMAN crybaby, Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!) will produce the adaptation, bringing their signature expressive visuals to the sprawling steppes. The revealed teaser visual showcases their mastery: a celestial panorama over the Mongolian wilderness, rendered in hypnotic indigos and golds that promise a visually revolutionary historical epic.
TV Asahi – Japan’s powerhouse broadcaster behind era-defining anime like Doraemon and The Dangers in My Heart – will co-produce, continuing their global expansion strategy into original productions across India, Korea, and the US.
Global Showcase at Anime Expo 2025
The project will debut internationally at Anime Expo 2025 (July 5, 2:45 PM PST):
- Location: Room 403AB (Los Angeles Convention Center)
- Featured Guests: Producers Go Inagaki (Science SARU) and Kazuki Endo (TV Asahi)
- Exclusive Content: Behind-the-scenes insights and early production footage
- Registration: Anime Expo Portal
Industry Enthusiasm
Initial adaptation news sparked massive social media engagement, with fans praising Science SARU’s involvement: “Their style is PERFECT for this setting!” and “Finally a historical anime with SARU’s magic!” trending globally.
Key Details & Resources
- Official Title: Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia
- Studio: Science SARU (Official Site)
- Broadcaster: TV Asahi
- Social Media:
- Official X (Twitter)
- Official Website
- Teaser PV: YouTube Premiere
- Manga Source: A Witch’s Life in Mongol by Tomato Soup (Available: Yen Press)
Visual Credits
- Teaser Visual: ©Tomato Soup(AKITASHOTEN)/Jaadugar Committee
- Manga Cover Art: © Tomato Soup (AKITASHOTEN) 2022
(Originally reported by PRNewswire)
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