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Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches
by Miki Yoshikawa
Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches kicks off when delinquent Ryu Yamada accidentally tumbles down the stairs with honor student Urara Shiraishi, only to discover they've swapped bodies. This wild premise quickly expands into a full-blown supernatural mystery as Yamada learns there are other "witches" in their school, each with a unique power activated by a kiss. The series is a riot, a high-energy blend of slapstick humor, unexpected romantic developments, and a genuinely engaging puzzle box of a magic system. You'll find yourself laughing out loud at the chaotic situations the Supernatural Studies Club gets into, but also rooting for Yamada as he slowly sheds his tough exterior and forges real connections. It's a perfect pick if you're in the mood for a lighthearted, fast-paced read that balances laugh-out-loud moments with a sweet, unfolding story about friendship, self-discovery, and finding your place.
10 Books similar to 'Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches'
If Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches left you wanting more of that particular blend of high school hijinks and supernatural mystery, we've got you covered. Our selections lean into stories where ordinary students are tangled in extraordinary magical systems, often involving a quirky ensemble cast navigating friendship, romance, and personal growth. You'll find similar delights in the chaotic, humorous situations that arise when everyday life collides with the inexplicable, all while characters slowly uncover secrets about themselves and the strange world around them. These books share that same spark of lighthearted fun mixed with genuine character development.
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by Naoshi Komi
Like Yamada-kun, this series features a delinquent protagonist thrust into a chaotic situation involving a large ensemble of girls and supernatural-adjacent secrets. It balances high-energy slapstick humor with genuine romantic tension and a central mystery that keeps the plot moving.
This series captures the 'supernatural club' dynamic perfectly, featuring a cynical male lead who is dragged into paranormal investigations by an eccentric female lead. It shares the same blend of slice-of-life school antics and reality-bending mysteries found in the Seven Witches.
Fans of the body-swapping mechanics in Yamada-kun will appreciate this more dramatic take on the concept. It explores how supernatural phenomena force a group of high school friends to confront their deepest secrets and personal traumas.
While more sentimental, this series revolves around a group of individuals cursed with supernatural conditions that are triggered by physical contact. It mirrors Yamada-kun’s focus on breaking curses and the importance of finding a place where you belong.
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by Nisio Isin
This series features a male protagonist helping various girls deal with supernatural 'oddities' that manifest from their emotional issues. It shares the episodic-yet-connected structure of Yamada-kun and features sharp, witty dialogue and a unique atmosphere.
If you enjoyed the 'delinquent with a heart of gold' aspect of Yamada, Ryuji will be a familiar protagonist. This series excels at building complex relationships within a high school setting, moving from comedy to deep emotional resonance.
This series follows a normal human boy who accidentally enrolls in a school for monsters and must hide his identity while joining a club of supernatural girls. It matches the fast-paced, harem-style comedy and gradual shift toward high-stakes action seen in Yamada-kun.
A classic of the gender-bending and supernatural comedy genre, this book features a protagonist who changes form when touched by water. It shares the chaotic energy, martial arts action, and romantic misunderstandings that define the 'witch' hunts in Yamada-kun.
by Shion Miura
While lacking supernatural elements, this story focuses on a dedicated group of 'outsiders' working together on a long-term project in a niche department. It captures the same sense of camaraderie and 'found family' that makes the Supernatural Studies Club so endearing.
by Adachitoka
This series balances urban fantasy with high school life, featuring a cast of characters tied together by supernatural contracts and secrets. Like Yamada-kun, it blends humor with darker stakes and focuses on characters trying to find their identity and purpose.
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