The anime adaptation of Mokumokuren’s horror manga, The Summer Hikaru Died, has unveiled a stunning key visual along with character designs for its main protagonists, Yoshiki Tsujinaka and Hikaru Indou. The anime is set to premiere on Netflix later this year, with a Japanese broadcast scheduled for the summer of 2025.
The story, published by KADOKAWA and serialized on the Young Ace Up website since August 2021, follows Yoshiki as he grapples with the unsettling reality that his best friend, Hikaru, has been replaced by something otherworldly.
Yen Press describes the plot as a chilling tale of identity and danger, where “it has Hikaru’s face, voice, and memories, but whatever came down from the mountains six months ago isn’t Yoshiki’s best friend.”
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Air Date: Summer 2025 (NETFLIX EXCLUSIVE)
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Key Visual Highlights the Eerie Atmosphere of ‘The Summer Hikaru Died’
The newly released key visual captures the haunting essence of the story, featuring Yoshiki and Hikaru under a clear blue sky in their hometown, Kubitachi Village. The ominous presence of “Dorodoro” adds an unsettling layer to the serene backdrop.
"The Summer Hikaru Died" – New Key Visual!
The anime is scheduled for Summer 2025 on Netflix.
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Character Visuals Bring Yoshiki and Hikaru to Life
The character designs for Yoshiki, voiced by Chiaki Kobayashi, and Hikaru, voiced by Shuichiro Umeda, showcase the emotional depth and complexity of their relationship. Yoshiki’s struggle to accept the truth about Hikaru is a central theme of the series.
Stellar Production Team Behind the Anime
Directed by Ryohei Takeshita (Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night), with character design by Yuichi Takahashi (Vivy -Fluorite Eye’s Song), and animation production by CygamesPictures, the anime promises a visually captivating experience. Masanobu Hiraoka, known for his work on Chainsaw Man, adds his expertise as the Dorodoro animator.
Anticipation Builds for Netflix and Japanese Releases
Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the Netflix release, while the Japanese audience looks forward to the summer 2025 broadcast. The anime’s unique blend of horror and emotional storytelling has already garnered significant attention.
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