Should You Commit to More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers?#
If you are looking for a high-energy blend of comedy and romance, More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers (also known as Fūfu Ijō, Koibito Miman) is a compelling choice. The story follows Jirō Yakuin, a third-year high school student who finds himself in a peculiar situation: he is paired with his gyaru classmate, Akari Watanabe, for a mandatory “marriage training” project.
Despite being complete opposites, the two are driven by a shared goal. If they can successfully act as the perfect married couple and score high enough in the project, they will be allowed to switch partners to be with their actual crushes. This setup creates a dynamic of forced proximity and fake romance that is the core appeal of the series.
If you’re ready to dive in, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to see Jirō and Akari’s chaotic domestic life unfold.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When asking if the anime is “finished,” it is important to distinguish between the production of the show and the conclusion of the story. While the anime series has aired, it is an adaptation of the manga created by Yūki Kanamaru.
If you watch only the anime, you may find yourself wanting more. According to recent news, the source material is still evolving; the manga entered its “Final Part” in March 2025, though it also entered a hiatus shortly thereafter. Because the manga is the definitive version of the story and is only now reaching its final stages, the anime serves as an introduction rather than a complete retelling. To get a truly satisfying conclusion to the romantic tensions between Jirō and Akari, you will likely need to continue with the source material.
To pick up where the anime leaves off or to experience the full story from the start, you can buy the manga here.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of the story you want to consume and in what medium, here are our recommendations. For a detailed look at how the series connects, please refer to the relationship tree provided on this page.
The Release Order#
If you want to experience the series as it was released to the public:
- Manga (2018): The original serialized story in Young Ace.
- Anime (2022): The animated adaptation.
The Recommended Order for Newcomers#
For those who prefer a visual introduction before committing to reading, we suggest:
- Anime: Start here to get a feel for the characters and the “marriage training” premise.
- Manga: Transition to the manga to follow the plot toward its final conclusion.
The Completionist Order#
For those who want every detail and the most complete narrative experience, we recommend reading the manga from the very beginning. This ensures you don’t miss any nuances from the original 2018 serialization before watching the anime adaptation.
If you love the characters and want to bring a piece of the show home, you can buy official merchandise here.
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More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers • manga • 2018-03-02 (serialized in Young Ace)
└─(adaptation)→ More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers • anime • 2022-10-09
