The magical journey of Coco continues as the Witch Hat Atelier Episode 4 release date is officially set for April 20, 2026. The new anime series from BUG FILMS has quickly become a standout show of the Spring 2026 season.
Episode 3 ended with Coco passing her first big test and receiving her witch’s hat. Now fans are excited to see what happens next. The series, based on the popular manga by Kamome Shirahama, brings beautiful animation and a fresh take on magic stories.
Episode 4 Release Time For Major Regions
Witch Hat Atelier Episode 4 will come out on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the same time worldwide. Crunchyroll will stream the episode with both Japanese audio with subtitles and the English dub available together.
Here is the release time for different parts of the world:
- United States (Pacific Time) – 7:00 AM on April 20
- United States (Eastern Time) – 10:00 AM on April 20
- United Kingdom – 2:00 PM on April 20
- India – 7:30 PM on April 20
- Europe (Central Time) – 4:00 PM on April 20
- Brazil – 11:00 AM on April 20
- Australia – 12:00 AM (midnight) on April 21
- Japan – 11:00 PM on April 20
For viewers in Australia and New Zealand, the episode will arrive in the early morning hours of Tuesday, April 21.
Where To Watch The New Episode
Crunchyroll remains the main streaming home for Witch Hat Atelier in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS. The platform offers both the subtitled version and the English dub at the same time.
Netflix also streams the anime, but only in Asia regions including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, South Korea, and others. Japanese viewers can watch on ABEMA, Tokyo MX, KBS Kyoto, and SUN TV.
What Happened In Episode 3
Episode 3 showed Coco taking the Consent of the Crown test at the Dadah Range. The test required her to find a special Diadem Herb using magical tools. Agott gave her three items: a guidance orb, a vapor bubble for water, and Sylph Shoes for flying.
Coco broke all her supplies during the test and felt like giving up. But she remembered skills her mother taught her. Using a pigment stone made from her broken items, Coco drew magic symbols on her cloak. This created a sail that worked like a hang glider. She flew up and got the herb, passing the test.
Qifrey and Alaira talked about the Brimmed Caps, a mysterious group. Qifrey seems to have personal reasons for wanting to find them. The episode ended with a figure named Iguin watching Coco and saying “the seed has sprouted.”
Episode 3 Voice Cast
The main voice actors for the series include:
- Natsuki Hanae as Qifrey
- Rena Motomura as Coco
- Hibiku Yamamura as Agott
- Kurumi Haruki as Tetia
- Kotono Mitsuishi as Alaira
Episode 4 Expected Story Details
Episode 4 is titled “Meetings in Kalhn”. Qifrey will take Coco to the town of Kalhn to get her own magic wand. This is a big step for any new witch.
The episode will also expand the world of Witch Hat Atelier by showing a large marketplace where witches buy their supplies. The story will likely include new characters and more information about how magic works in this world.
Total Episodes For Season 1
Witch Hat Atelier will have 13 episodes in its first season. The full release schedule is:
- Episode 1 and 2 – April 6, 2026 (already released)
- Episode 3 – April 13, 2026 (already released)
- Episode 4 – April 20, 2026
- Episode 5 – April 27, 2026
- Episode 6 – May 4, 2026
- Episode 7 – May 11, 2026
- Episode 8 – May 18, 2026
- Episode 9 – May 25, 2026
- Episode 10 – June 1, 2026
- Episode 11 – June 8, 2026
- Episode 12 – June 15, 2026
- Episode 13 – June 22, 2026
English Dub Availability
The English dubbed version of Witch Hat Atelier comes out at the exact same time as the subtitled version. Crunchyroll releases both versions together every Monday at 7:00 AM Pacific Time. This makes it easy for English-speaking viewers to enjoy the show without waiting extra weeks.
About The Manga
The Witch Hat Atelier manga started on July 22, 2016. Kodansha publishes the English version. The series has received praise for its detailed art and creative magic system built around drawing symbols.
A Manga Box Set containing the first six volumes came out in August 2025 for collectors. Digital versions are available on K MANGA, Amazon Kindle, and BookWalker.
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Why This Anime Stands Out
The Witch Hat Atelier anime has earned strong ratings, with an 8.70/10 on IMDb as of mid-April 2026. BUG FILMS has delivered high quality animation that matches the beautiful art style of the original manga.
The story focuses on Coco, a girl who always wanted to do magic but was born without the gift. After a chance meeting with the witch Qifrey, she learns that magic comes from drawing symbols, not from being born with special powers. This simple but powerful idea sets the series apart from other magic stories.
Tips For Watching Episode 4
If the new episode does not show up right at the scheduled time, refresh your streaming app after 2-3 minutes. High traffic on release days can sometimes cause small delays. The episode should appear shortly after the listed time.
Crunchyroll requires a subscription to watch new episodes. Netflix also needs an active plan for viewers in Asia.
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