Tomodachi no Imouto ga Ore ni dake Uzai [Season 1 Episode 12]

My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me! Episode 12: The (Almost) Romantic Finale That Left Fans Mixed

Let’s cut to the chase: Episode 12 of Tomodachi no Imouto ga Ore ni dake Uzai (or My Friend’s Little Sister Has It In for Me! if you prefer the English title) was always going to be a make-or-break moment. After 11 episodes of Iroha’s relentless teasing, Akiteru’s deadpan reactions, and that lingering question of “will they or won’t they?”, fans were ready for… something. What they got? A finale that’s equal parts sweet, frustrating, and so true to the show’s chaotic vibe.

First, let’s recap the basics (thanks to quick searches): This is a Fall 2025 rom-com from Studio Blade, wrapping up its 12-episode run with a focus on the drama club’s big play. The premise? Iroha, your classic “tease because I like you” little sister of Akiteru’s friend, has spent the season pestering Akiteru—whether it’s stealing his snacks, mocking his “boring” life, or, in this episode, forcing him to star in a play he never signed up for.

The episode kicks off with chaos (shocker). Midori, the drama club’s lead, bails last minute (thanks to a pregnant lady, bad weather, and public transport from hell—relatable). So who steps in? Akiteru (the “boring” MC everyone loves to roast) and Iroha (the chaos gremlin who lives to annoy him). Cue the fan reactions: “Wait, Akiteru can act?” one MyAnimeList user asked, confused but low-key impressed. Another joked, “The drama club practiced for weeks just for two non-members to steal the show? Lame, but iconic.”

But here’s the part that made fans lean in: The play’s dance scene. Akiteru and Iroha, in full costume, moving in sync—actually sweet, no teasing, no eye-rolling. “That dance was magical,” one fan gushed. “For a second, I thought they’d finally stop messing around and confess.” And they almost did! Iroha literally says she likes Akiteru… then ruins it with a “Bwa-ha!” and a dumb joke about him being a virgin. Classic Iroha.

Naturally, fans lost it. “She was this close to being honest!” a user ranted. “Why does she always sabotage herself?” Another summed it up: “I saw that coming, but it still hurt. She’s scared to be vulnerable—we get it, but c’mon!” Even so, the audience loved the play (shoutout to the school crowd for clapping like their lives depended on it), and the drama club didn’t get shut down. Win?

Now, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: Mashiro. The quiet game writer who’s low-key crushing on Akiteru. Remember her? Fans sure did—and they were pissed she got sidelined. “What was Mashiro’s point besides being the ‘quiet friend’?” one user asked. “Her love story was the play’s script, and she had to watch Akiteru and Iroha act it out? That’s brutal.” Another added, “The series started with Akiteru and Mashiro’s game project—why did that disappear halfway through?” Fair question.

So, how did fans feel about the whole season? Mixed. Like, really mixed. Some called it “a 6/10 textbook rom-com—fine, but forgettable.” Others compared it to Uzaki-chan (saying Uzaki does the “tease-to-flirt” better). But there were also stans: “I loved it! Akiteru and Iroha’s banter never got old,” one fan said. “Give me a Season 2—I need more chaos.”

The biggest complaint? No real romance progress. “They got close to dating, then Iroha had to be funny,” a user sighed. “What’s the point if they never commit?” Another joked, “My weekly dose of ‘will they won’t they’ is over… and I’m low-key sad.”

But let’s end on a high note: The art. Fans loved the character designs—especially Iroha’s dresses and Mashiro’s soft pastels. “The attention to detail in their clothes was chef’s kiss,” one user wrote. And hey, at least the drama club survived. Small wins, right?

Final verdict? Episode 12 was exactly what My Friend’s Little Sister is: a fun, messy rom-com that plays it safe. It didn’t blow minds, but it didn’t suck either. If you’re here for banter over big romance, you’ll leave happy. If you wanted a real confession? Well… there’s always fanfiction.

Now, who’s ready to debate whether a Season 2 will actually happen? (Spoiler: Probably not, but we can dream.)

— A very tired rom-com fan

P.S. Can we all agree Midori’s bad luck was the real villain here? Poor girl.