Table of Contents
- What’s Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister About?
- A Harem of Shrine Maidens
- More Than Just Romance
- From One-Shot to Serialized Success
- Anime Adaptation
- Anime Cast
- What to Expect in the Final Arc
- Who Will Uryū Marry?
- Will Uryū Achieve His Dream of Becoming a Doctor?
- What Will Happen to the Amagami Shrine?
- Will Unrequited Feelings be Resolved?
- Where to Read
- A Bittersweet Farewell
The popular manga series Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister is entering its final arc, as announced in the April 2nd issue of Kodansha’s Weekly Shōnen Magazine. This delightful series, penned and illustrated by Marcey Naito, has captured the hearts of many with its unique blend of romance, comedy, and a touch of the supernatural.
What’s Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister About?
Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister (甘神さんちの縁結び, Amagami-san Chi no Enmusubi, lit. Matchmaking of the Amagami Household) revolves around Uryū Kamihate, a high school student with aspirations of attending Kyoto University’s medical school. Orphaned at a young age, Uryū’s life takes an unexpected turn when he’s invited to live at the Amagami Shrine. The head priest, throws him for a loop with a surprising request: marry one of his three granddaughters and take over the shrine.
A Harem of Shrine Maidens
Uryū finds himself living with the three beautiful and lively Amagami sisters:
- Yae Amagami: The eldest sister, an art major with a playful and somewhat clumsy personality.
- Yuna Amagami: The middle sister, who can be stand-offish but has a kind heart she hides.
- Asahi Amagami: The youngest sister, who is shy but determined.
Each sister has a unique charm and connection with Uryū, making his decision all the more complicated.
More Than Just Romance
The manga explores themes beyond romance, delving into family, ambition, and the balance between tradition and modern life. Uryū’s initial focus is solely on his studies, but his interactions with the Amagami sisters and his involvement with the shrine gradually change him. He learns the importance of relationships and begins to open his heart to the possibility of love.
From One-Shot to Serialized Success
Marcey Naito, who previously assisted Negi Haruba on The Quintessential Quintuplets, originally published Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister as a one-shot in Weekly Shōnen Magazine in December 2020. The one-shot was part of a competition where readers voted for their favorite to be serialized. It won and began serialization in April 2021.
Anime Adaptation
The popularity of Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister led to an anime television series adaptation produced by Drive. The anime aired from October 2024 to March 2025, spanning 24 episodes. Crunchyroll streamed the series, including an English dub.
Anime Cast
- Uryū Kamihate: Voiced by Ryōta Suzuki
- Yae Amagami: Voiced by Sumire Uesaka
- Yuna Amagami: Voiced by Kaede Hondo
- Asahi Amagami: Voiced by Shion Wakayama
- Mahiru Anekōji: Voiced by Nana Mizuki
- Shirahi Tsuruyama: Voiced by Chika Anzai
What to Expect in the Final Arc
As the manga enters its final arc, fans are eager to see how Uryū’s story concludes. Here are some burning questions:
Who Will Uryū Marry?
This is the biggest question on everyone’s mind. The manga has hinted at possible outcomes, but the identity of Uryū’s future wife remains a mystery. Will it be Yae, with her bubbly personality? Yuna, with her hidden depths? Or Asahi, with her unwavering determination?
Will Uryū Achieve His Dream of Becoming a Doctor?
Uryū’s initial goal was to enter Kyoto University’s medical school and become a doctor. The series has shown him balancing his studies with his responsibilities at the Amagami Shrine and his growing feelings for the sisters. Will he be able to achieve his dream while also fulfilling his obligations to the shrine and his future wife?
What Will Happen to the Amagami Shrine?
The fate of the Amagami Shrine is closely tied to Uryū’s decisions. Will he take over the shrine and continue its legacy? How will his choice of wife impact the shrine’s future?
Will Unrequited Feelings be Resolved?
Uryu’s childhood friend harbors strong feelings for him and is dismayed by his relationships with the Amagami sisters. The story explores her attempts to win Uryu’s heart and her eventual acceptance of his relationships with the sisters. How will her story conclude in the final arc?
Where to Read
Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister is available in manga magazines and online platforms that support official Japanese releases. Kodansha USA Publishing has licensed the manga and is releasing it in English digitally and in print.
A Bittersweet Farewell
The announcement of the final arc of Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister is bittersweet for fans. While they are sad to see the series end, they are also excited to see how Marcey Naito will conclude Uryū’s journey and resolve the many intriguing plot threads.
