Flying Witch 7

Flying Witch 7 by Chihiro Ishizuka is an illustrated edition published by Vertical Inc on June 11, 2019. This volume, consisting of 176 pages, presents a surreal comedy that blends humor, slice of life, and traditional Japanese culture, capturing the essence of the magical theme that characterizes Ishizuka’s debut work.

In this installment, readers follow Makoto and her cousins as they attend the yomiya, a night festival filled with whimsical encounters. They meet the Harbinger of Summer, who, despite oversleeping, offers them a delicacy from another realm as an apology for an unexpected snowfall. The narrative unfolds with Makoto’s mandrake gardening mishap, Akira’s visit to a hot spring with a reporter investigating witchcraft, and Akane’s efforts to help Inukai, who faces challenges in her transformation. This volume continues to explore the enchanting and humorous aspects of everyday life intertwined with magical elements.