Ep 1. I'm Doremi! Becoming an Apprentice Witch!!

"I'm Doremi! Becoming an Apprentice Witch!!" is the first episode of the first season of the magical girl anime series Ojamajo Doremi. The episode introduces the main character, Doremi Harukaze, a young girl in elementary school who dreams of becoming a witch. However, she is not very good at school and often gets into trouble for her mischievous behavior.

One day, while searching for a lost cat, Doremi stumbles upon a mysterious shop called the Maho-do ("Magical Shop"). Inside the shop, she meets a witch named Majorika and her fairy partner, Lala. Majorika initially dismisses Doremi's desire to become a witch, but when Doremi accidentally discovers the secret of the Maho-do, Majorika decides to give her a chance.

To become a witch, Doremi must undergo a trial period as Majorika's apprentice. The first step is to find a magical partner, or "familiar." Doremi chooses a frog named Yada, who transforms into a broomstick when she sprinkles him with magic powder.

Doremi then goes through several training exercises, including learning to fly on her broomstick and casting basic spells. However, she quickly realizes that being a witch is not as easy as she thought. She struggles with her studies and often makes mistakes during her training.

Meanwhile, Doremi's best friend, Hazuki Fujiwara, becomes suspicious of Doremi's strange behavior and follows her to the Maho-do. Hazuki is shocked to discover that her friend has become a witch, but Majorika allows her to become an apprentice as well.

"I'm Doremi! Becoming an Apprentice Witch!!" sets up the premise for the rest of the series, showcasing Doremi's journey from a mischievous girl to a dedicated apprentice witch. The episode introduces several key characters, including Majorika, Lala, Yada, and Hazuki, and establishes the magical world that Doremi and her friends will explore throughout the series. Overall, the episode is a lighthearted and fun introduction to the world of Ojamajo Doremi.