Oreco Tachibana’s popular Firefly Wedding (Hotaru no Yomeiri) manga is set to enter its final arc, with the concluding storyline commencing in its next chapter on October 20. The announcement, made by Shogakukan’s Manga ONE app on October 6, signals the beginning of the end for the critically acclaimed Meiji-era romance.
The Journey Towards a Conclusion
Firefly Wedding, known for its intricate plot and compelling characters, has captivated readers since its launch on Shogakukan’s Ura Sunday manga website and Manga ONE app in January 2023. The series has consistently garnered attention and praise, leading to its nomination in the Best Shōjo Manga category of Kodansha’s 48th annual Manga Awards in 2024. It also secured the grand prize at NTT Solmare’s “Minna ga Erabu!! Denshi Comic Taishō 2024” competition and was ranked first in the Nationwide Bookstore Employees’ Recommended Comics list of 2024.
A Deadly Proposal at the Heart of the Story
Viz Media describes the manga’s compelling premise: “Afflicted with a heart condition, Meiji-era noblewoman Satoko is determined to secure a marriage that will benefit her family before she dies. But before she can realize her goal, she’s targeted by a mysterious assassin named Shinpei. In a last-ditch effort to save her life, Satoko asks here would-be murderer to marry her. Her proposal isn’t sincere, but unfortunately for her, Shinpei loves as intensely as he kills. Can Satoko find a way to break the engagement without losing her life?” This unique blend of romance, suspense, and historical setting has been a key draw for its readership.
English Release Information and Availability
For international fans, Firefly Wedding is readily available through both digital and physical releases. Comikey and Viz Media both offer the manga digitally in English. Viz Media also handles the physical publication of the series, with the fourth volume slated for release on October 14. As of September 2025, the series has accumulated nine compiled book volumes in Japan, with the ninth volume released on September 19.
Oreco Tachibana’s Previous Works
Author Oreco Tachibana is also known for the Promise Cinderella manga, which began serialization on Shogakukan’s Ura Sunday website in 2018. That series concluded in 2022, spanning 16 volumes. The success of Promise Cinderella set a strong precedent for Tachibana’s storytelling prowess, which has continued with Firefly Wedding.
