Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister [Season 1 Episode 22]

Episode 22 Review: “Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister” – A World Without the Sisters?

“Sometimes, the perfect world isn’t the one where everything goes right—it’s the one where you find the people who make the struggles worth it.”

If there’s one thing Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister has consistently delivered, it’s emotional gut punches wrapped in slice-of-life charm. Episode 22, however, cranks the intensity up to eleven, forcing Uryuu Kamihate to confront a reality where his dreams come true… at the cost of everything that’s come to matter to him.

The Setup: A “Perfect” World?

For those who haven’t been keeping up, Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister follows Uryuu, a disillusioned young man who, after losing faith in the gods, finds himself entangled with the three Amagami sisters—Yae, Asahi, and Yuna—at their family shrine. His initial goal? Medical school. His new reality? Marrying one of them and taking over the shrine.

Episode 22 throws us into an alternate timeline where Uryuu’s life has gone exactly as he once wished: he’s on track to become a doctor, free from the shrine’s responsibilities. But there’s a catch—the Amagami sisters don’t exist in his life here. Instead, Shirahi, his childhood friend, has rewritten reality to keep him by her side.

The Emotional Core: Uryuu’s Choice

The brilliance of this episode lies in its exploration of what really defines happiness. On paper, Uryuu’s alternate life is ideal—no shrine duties, no divine obligations, just a clear path to his academic dreams. But as fans have pointed out, “This timeline might have Uryu on the verge of achieving all his academic goals, but if it’s at the cost of the girls, what’s even the point?”

Uryuu’s struggle is palpable. He’s torn between the life he thought he wanted and the bonds he’s formed with the sisters. The montage of memories—Yae’s clumsiness, Asahi’s warmth, Yuna’s quiet strength—drives home the truth: he’d rather struggle in a world with them than succeed in one without.

Shirahi: Love or Obsession?

Ah, Shirahi. If there’s one thing the fanbase agrees on, it’s that she’s polarizing. Some viewers are all in for her yandere turn (“that smile of Shirahi is not of an innocent girl… rather fully aware of the situation. I like a fked up yandere storyline”), while others are ready to summon Truck-kun to send her packing (“Fck you Shirahi, really”*).

What makes her fascinating, though, is the tragedy beneath her actions. She’s not just a villain; she’s someone who’s lost everything and is clinging to the one person who mattered to her. As one fan put it, “If I woke up in the perfect world for me after a wish, I would also want to protect it from shattering.” But the question remains: is her love for Uryuu genuine, or is it just obsession masquerading as devotion?

The Sisters’ Return (and Yae’s MVP Moment)

The highlight of the episode? The moment Yae—bless her chaotic heart—remembers Uryuu. It’s a small but powerful scene, proving that even in a rewritten world, their connection can’t be erased. Fans adored this (“Yae pulling Uryu because even in a different timeline, they still have that connection from their past :<< MY HEROINE!”).

The sisters’ decision to help Uryuu return to his original timeline is a testament to how far they’ve all come. They may bicker and tease, but when it counts, they’re family.

Final Thoughts: What’s Next?

With Shirahi’s yandere smile closing out the episode (“those eyes were scary”), the stage is set for a dramatic showdown. Will Uryuu make it back? Will Shirahi’s desperation push her further into villainy? And most importantly—will Truck-kun make a cameo? (Hey, Yae suggested it!)

One thing’s for sure: Tying the Knot with an Amagami Sister has proven it’s not afraid to take risks. Whether you love or hate Shirahi’s arc, it’s undeniably gripping. As one fan perfectly summarized, “This episode was actually pretty good. Not just for this series’ standards.”

Rating: 8.5/10 – A tense, emotional ride that proves sometimes the “perfect” life isn’t the one you planned, but the one you stumble into.

What did you think of Episode 22? Let’s discuss in the comments! 🚛💨 (Truck-kun, we’re counting on you.)