More than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers.

More than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers began as a manga series by Yuki Kanamaru, serialized in Kadokawa's Young Ace magazine starting in 2018. The story centers on a high school project where students are forced to simulate married life, a premise designed to explore the friction between social expectations and developing adolescent romantic feelings. Its transition into a television anime series in 2022 was handled by Studio Mother, with the production receiving attention for its vibrant aesthetic choices and character designs that closely adhered to Kanamaru's established visual style.

The anime adaptation aimed to capture the specific blend of comedic misunderstanding and genuine emotional tension present in the source material. Upon its release, it was noted for its polished animation and the way it navigated the 'fake marriage' trope, finding a specific niche among fans of romantic comedy anime. While it received a standard broadcast reception, the show is recognized within the Kadokawa catalog as a modern example of character-driven romantic drama, focusing on the growth of the protagonists as they navigate their forced domestic arrangement.