The upcoming anime adaptation of Witch Hat Atelier has received multiple nominations at the Astra TV Awards 2026, adding even more attention to one of the most anticipated anime projects in recent years.
The series earned recognition across several animation-related categories, highlighting the strong expectations surrounding the adaptation before its official release.
The nominations place Witch Hat Atelier alongside some of the most prominent animated productions currently receiving international industry attention, further demonstrating the growing global recognition of the franchise.
Based on the acclaimed fantasy manga by Kamome Shirahama, the anime has attracted significant interest due to the source material’s reputation for detailed artwork, rich world-building, and emotionally driven storytelling.
The story follows Coco, a young girl fascinated by magic who unexpectedly discovers that magical abilities are not something people are simply born with. After a life-changing accident, she begins studying under the mysterious witch Qifrey and enters a hidden world filled with powerful magic, ancient secrets, and dangerous mysteries.
Animated by BUG FILMS, the adaptation is directed by Ayumu Watanabe, with fans particularly praising the early promotional materials for preserving the visual beauty and atmosphere of the original manga.
The Astra TV Awards nominations further strengthen the growing anticipation surrounding the anime as it prepares for its official release.
Check out the complete list of nominees across the three categories below:
Anime of the Year
- Dandelion
- Mao
- Rooster Fighter
- Sakamoto Days
- Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure
- Witch Hat Atelier
Best Lead Voice Performance
- Abbi Jacobson – Long Story Short
- Anjali Kunapeneni – Witch Hat Atelier
- Patrick Seitz – Rooster Fighter
- Sam Witwer – Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord
- Seth MacFarlane – Ted
- Steven Yeun – Invincible
Best Supporting Voice Performance
- Alex Brightman – Hazbin Hotel
- J.K. Simmons – Invincible
- Joshua A. Waters – Witch Hat Atelier
- Mark Hamill – Regular Show: The Lost Tapes
- Seth MacFarlane – Family Guy
- Stephanie Beatriz – Hazbin Hotel
