How far into the manga does the anime go?
The A Sign of Affection anime aired from January 6 to March 2024, running for 12 episodes on TOKYO MX, MBS, and BS Nippon TV in Japan. It was produced by studio Ajiado and directed by Yuta Murano.
The anime covers the story up through volume 6, chapter 21 (“Ambition”) of the manga. The final episode, “Our World,” ends with Yuki and Itsuomi going on their first date.
As of May 2026, the manga is up to 14 volumes — meaning there’s roughly 8 volumes’ worth of story still waiting beyond where the anime leaves off.
Is there going to be a Season 2?
Short answer: as of July 2026, there has been no official announcement of a second season.
That said, it’s not off the table either. Here’s what’s usually weighed when people discuss the odds:
- The manga is genuinely popular — worldwide circulation passed 7.5 million copies as of November 2025
- Domestic streaming numbers in Japan reportedly weren’t strong enough on their own to make a renewal a clear-cut decision
- The anime performed well overseas, landing on rankings from sites like Anime Trending and Anime Corner
- Source material has kept accumulating — the anime used about 6 volumes, and the manga has since grown to 14, giving a future season plenty to draw from
Put together, the fairest way to describe the situation as of mid-2026 is: possible, but with no confirmed timeline.
Where can you watch it? (For readers outside Japan)
Inside Japan, the anime streams across several services, including ABEMA, U-NEXT, dアニメストア, DMM TV, and Hulu.
For readers outside Japan, the key detail is that Crunchyroll is part of the production committee. In most regions outside Japan — including North America and Europe — Crunchyroll is the primary place to watch. Availability can vary slightly by region, so it’s worth checking Crunchyroll’s site directly for your area.
Quick summary
- The anime ran for 12 episodes and covers the manga through volume 6, chapter 21
- The manga is still ongoing — volume 7 onward picks up right where the anime leaves off
- No Season 2 has been announced yet; the odds are genuinely uncertain
- Crunchyroll is the go-to option for watching outside Japan
Related Reading
✅ A Sign of Affection — A Manga About Quiet Distance, Care, and Responsibility
✅ Yuki Itose Explained — Beyond the Trope
✅ Itsuomi Nagi Explained — A Man Who Adjusts
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