Fuufu Ijou, Koibito Miman. - Episode 12 -

In an anime-original sequence, Akari and Shiori both find themselves racing up the stairs of a local shrine. Symbolically, this represents their equal determination to "win" a future with Jiro.

In the season finale of Fuufu Ijou, Koibito Miman. (More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers), Episode 12 serves as a pivotal bridge between Jiro’s past feelings and a complicated future. This "Done" episode, titled focuses on summer break and the deepening realization that the characters' feelings are no longer just for the sake of the school project. Key Story Beats Fuufu Ijou, Koibito Miman. - Episode 12

Jiro later spends time with Akari on a "practice" date at a cat cafe. Unlike his tense interactions with Shiori, Jiro finds himself notably more relaxed and natural when he’s around Akari. In an anime-original sequence, Akari and Shiori both

If you want to see what happens next after the anime's conclusion: (More Than a Married Couple, But Not Lovers),

The episode concludes with Jiro and Akari walking home together. As fireworks explode in the sky—some appearing as upside-down hearts—Jiro realizes he felt a genuine sense of relief when he saw Akari come home earlier that day. While they haven't officially changed partners yet, the emotional barrier keeping them "just a project couple" has effectively crumbled.