The Unveiling of Migi & Dali's Secret: How were the Sonoyamas Made Aware?

The Migi & Dali anime came to an end with its 13th episode on Monday, December 25, 2023. The series concluded with the revelation of Migi and Dali's secret to the Sonoyamas, prompting questions about how they became aware of it. The finale featured the twin brothers reuniting with their brother Eiji and ultimately going their separate ways, with Dali leaving Origon village to study and Dalui remaining to pursue a career as an artist.

Migi & Dali: When did the Sonoyamas learn about Migi and Dali's secret?

Osamu and Youko Sonoyama as seen in Migi & Dali (Image via Geek Toys, CompTown)

The source of the Sonoyamas' knowledge about Migi and Dali's secret was not disclosed in either the Migi & Dali anime or its manga.

During the Christmas Eve celebration, Osamu and Youko Sonoyama informed Migi that Santa Claus typically only gives one present per child. However, the following morning, two presents were discovered under the Christmas tree. When Migi questioned this, Osamu and Youko clarified that "Hitori" was essentially a child with two separate personalities, preferences, and dislikes.

With that, the Sonoyamas intended to hint that they knew about Migi and Dali's secret.

Youko Sonoyama as seen in Migi & Dali (Image via Geek Toys, CompTown)

Upon discovering this, Dali finally agreed to disclose his true identity to the Sonoyamas and joined Migi at the breakfast table for a Christmas meal. Youko served Dali Omurice, knowing it was his favorite dish, especially since Migi had been absent during Halloween and Dali had been eating less. Despite this, he always finished the Omurice.

While the anime did not explicitly show when Osamu and Youko Sonoyama discovered Migi and Dali's secret, it hinted that the elderly couple knew about it at least as far back as Halloween. Since Halloween is on October 31 and the reveal happened during Christmas, it suggests that the Sonoyamas had known about Migi and Dali's secret for over a month.

Osamu Sonoyama, pictured in Migi & Dali (Image via Geek Toys, CompTown)

It is quite possible that the Sonoyamas discovered the secret shortly after the adoption. Despite Migi and Dali's efforts to conceal their true identities, it is possible that Osamu and Youko may have lovingly sneaked into Hitori's room at night to admire their son. It is likely that this is when they uncovered the truth.

This is supported by the fact that it is believed Osamu could effortlessly slip into Hitori's room without being noticed to leave the Christmas gifts for Migi and Dali under the Christmas tree.

Dali and Migi as seen in Migi & Dali (Image via Geek Toys, CompTown)

Finally, fans should not overlook the fact that despite their age, it was evident that Hitori was consuming enough food and wearing clothing suitable for two people. This suggests that the Sonoyamas may have discovered the secret early on. However, they likely kept quiet out of fear of jeopardizing their chance to have children.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I found the finale of the Migi & Dali anime to be a heartwarming and satisfying conclusion to the series. The reveal of Migi and Dali's secret to the Sonoyamas was a touching moment that highlighted the deep bond between the family members. It was also interesting to speculate about how the Sonoyamas discovered the secret, and I appreciate the subtle hints and clues that the anime provided throughout the series.

Overall, I believe that the Migi & Dali anime was a well-crafted and enjoyable series that explored themes of family, identity, and self-acceptance. The characters were relatable and well-developed, and the animation and music were top-notch. I would highly recommend this anime to anyone looking for a heartwarming and thought-provoking series.