The Summer Hikaru Died

Underrated and amazing waiting for it for a year finally watching it giving me goosebumps I wish people be more open minded and appreciate art and story it's truly amazing feeling connection with mc and something big going to happen in future the animation style is amazing and realistic. This really explain the grif that we feel after losing someone and teach how to let go of loved one it's really emotionally. But its not getting the apprition that it deserves the opening seance give horrer to you and it's really emotional to watch it i could recommend it to everyone to watch it and appreciate the story.

The Summer Hikaru Died lingers long after you put it down. What begins as a quiet, almost nostalgic slice-of-life about two boys in a rural town slowly unravels into a deeply unsettling, emotionally charged horror story that cuts straight to the heart.

The horror here isn't just supernatural - it's existential. The dread builds not from jump scares, but from the unbearable question: what if someone you loved came back... but wasn't them anymore? Yoshiki's inner conflict, his denial, his grief, and his quiet desperation are portrayed with haunting subtlety.

The art is beautiful and atmospheric, often sparse but loaded with feeling. Every shadow feels intentional. Every panel carries weight. And the pacing is masterful - slow, deliberate, with a constant sense of something not quite right.

This isn't just a horror manga. It's a meditation on identity, attachment, and the quiet horrors of change. It's intimate. It's terrifying. It's tender. A must-read for anyone who wants more than just gore and monsters - this is horror with a soul.

Just beautiful. Until now (first two episodes), the mystery and the horror aspects are both great. Also the relationship between "Hikaru" and yoshiki is very interesting. I wonder where the story, their relationship and the horror and mystery aspects go. Other than that, the visuals are STUNNING, animation wise and in terms of style. It reminds me of high budget anime movies like your name by makoto shinkai a little bit. But what I enjoy about the visuals are two things. 1: the characters and 2: the atmosphere. All characters look unique and different without looking unrealistic like in most animes with weird hair colors and weird proportions. And the summer atmosphere is just spot an as well. Perfect.

I really enjoyed the horror aspect; it builds tension through atmosphere rather than relying on predictable jump scares. The emotional bond between the main characters also adds a heartfelt layer that balances out the creepy tone in a meaningful way. It's refreshing to see a horror story with actual depth and character development. I'm definitely looking forward to what the upcoming episodes bring, hopefully even more intensity, deeper storytelling, and maybe some unexpected twists along the way.

Hats off to the voice cast, the writing and editing team behind the anime, and of course, to Mok-sensei for their outstanding work!

The Summer Hikaru Died is a haunting and beautifully crafted manga that blends psychological horror with deep emotional themes. The story revolves around Yoshiki and his childhood friend Hikaru, who returns after a mysterious disappearance-but something is very wrong. The manga masterfully explores grief, identity, and love, with an unsettling atmosphere and striking, delicate art. It keeps readers on edge through its slow-burn pacing and eerie tension. The characters feel raw and genuine, making the supernatural elements even more impactful. A must-read for those who enjoy thoughtful, unsettling stories.