Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! Episode 12 Release Details – Fans of the series can look forward to the much-anticipated episode 12, which is slated to premiere on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10 PM JST, as confirmed by the series’ official website. With Kazuhiro and Marie now back in Marie’s world, viewers can expect the season finale to embark on a thrilling adventure before the duo returns to Japan.
Episode Release Time

Episode 12 will air in Japan at 10 PM JST. International audiences can expect it at varying local times on the same day, with some regions receiving it on Saturday, March 29. Here are the release times across different time zones:
Time Zone | Local Date and Time |
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Pacific Standard Time | 5:00 AM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Eastern Standard Time | 8:00 AM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Greenwich Mean Time | 1:00 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Central European Time | 2:00 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Indian Standard Time | 6:30 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Philippine Standard Time | 9:00 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Japanese Standard Time | 10:00 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Australia Central Standard Time | 11:30 PM, Friday, March 28, 2025 |
Where to Watch Episode 12

The highly acclaimed reverse isekai series will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll immediately as it airs in Japan, complete with English subtitles. This was officially confirmed in December 2024 as part of their Winter 2025 lineup. At this point, no alternative language dubs have been announced by Crunchyroll.
Recap of Episode 11
In episode 11, Marie and Kazuhiro are greeted by an unusual cat in their bed, which turns out to be Wridra’s familiar. A flashback showcases the familiar facilitating their trip. After having some snacks, the trio boards a shinkansen from Tokyo Station, with Kazuhiro reflecting on his childhood memories and struggles to remember his mother’s face.
Arriving in Aomori, Marie is amazed by the sight of Mount Iwaki, stirring memories for Kazuhiro of his own childhood visits. They soon learn that Kazuhiro’s grandfather has acquired a cow. Amid a dinner discussion, they come to terms with Kazuhiro’s grandmother’s absence, hinted at through discreetly avoided visuals. The episode concludes with Kazuhiro’s grandfather wishing them well on their adventures in Marie’s world.
Anticipations for Episode 12
Looking ahead, episode 12 will likely center on Kazuhiro and Marie wrapping up their experiences in her world. Expect the narrative to highlight their discussions about Kazuhiro’s grandfather and a hasty return filled with various activities. Of particular interest will be the revelation of Kazuhiro’s grandmother’s identity as an elf, shedding light on his grandfather’s deeper connection to Marie’s magical existence.