A Couple of Cuckoos Manga Enters Final Arc - News

Fans of the romantic comedy manga A Couple of Cuckoos, also known as Kakkō no Iinazuke, are nearing the end of the story. The series, which launched in January 2020 and spawned a two-season television anime adaptation, will begin its final arc with the release of this week’s issue of Weekly Shōnen Magazine.

A Complicated Premise

The story centers around Nagi Umino, a 16-year-old high school student who discovers he was switched at birth. His life takes a turn when he meets Erika Amano, who proposes a fake relationship to avoid marriage. However, fate intervenes when Nagi learns his birth parents have arranged a marriage for him with the daughter they raised…who is, unexpectedly, Erika herself.

Did You Know? Miki Yoshikawa, the creator of A Couple of Cuckoos, also created the manga series Yankee-kun to Megane-chan.

From Manga to Anime

Created by Miki Yoshikawa, A Couple of Cuckoos first appeared in Weekly Shōnen Magazine published by Kodansha. As of January 16, 31 compiled volumes of the manga have been published by Kodansha. A novel adaptation of the manga also exists, with five volumes released between 2021 and July 2022.

The manga was adapted into a television anime that premiered in April 2022 on TV Asahi and its affiliates, airing for two consecutive “cours” – quarters of the year – without interruption. Crunchyroll streamed the anime outside of Japan, providing both subtitled and English-dubbed versions.

Second Season and Future Possibilities

A second season of the anime premiered in July 2025, again streamed by Crunchyroll with both subtitled and English-dubbed options. With the manga entering its final arc, the anime adaptation may eventually conclude as well.

Expert Insight: The conclusion of a popular manga series often marks a significant moment for its fanbase. While the final arc promises resolution to the complex relationships and plot threads established throughout the series, it also signals the nearing end of a story many have come to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the central conflict in A Couple of Cuckoos?

The story revolves around Nagi Umino and Erika Amano, who are forced into a fake relationship due to a birth switch and subsequent marriage arrangements.

When did the A Couple of Cuckoos manga begin?

The manga launched in Kodansha‘s Weekly Shōnen Magazine in January 2020.

Where can I watch the A Couple of Cuckoos anime?

Crunchyroll streamed both seasons of the anime outside of Japan, with both subtitled and English-dubbed versions available.

As A Couple of Cuckoos approaches its finale, what are your predictions for how Nagi and Erika’s unusual situation will ultimately resolve?

A Couple of Cuckoos Manga Enters Final Arc – News