The Summer Hikaru Died anime gets Season 2, cast shares heartfelt messages
The anime adaptation of The Summer Hikaru Died (光が死んだ夏) is officially getting a second season. The news was shared through the series’ official X (Twitter) account with an announcements message.
To celebrate the announcement, the cast also shared congratulatory messages. Chia Kobayashi, who plays Yoshinaka Tsujinaka, said, “I am truly delighted from the bottom of my heart to continue playing the character of Yoshinaka Tsujinaka.” Meanwhile, Shūichirō Umeda, the voice of Hikaru, added, “I look forward to spending another season with ‘Hikanatsu Anime.’”
Alongside the announcement, a teaser video was released on YouTube, drawing overwhelmingly positive reactions. While the teaser avoids giving details on the release date or story developments, it has already boosted anticipation for Season 2, with one fan saying, "The artwork is truly beautiful, and I'm drawn to this work despite my age. I'm looking forward to the second season!!"
The Summer Hikaru Died first aired in 2024, quickly earning recognition for its slice-of-life storytelling blended with eerie supernatural undertones. The anime explores themes of identity, grief, and friendship through the evolving relationship between Yoshiki and Hikaru, earning critical praise for its subtle direction and heartfelt character work.
The confirmation of The Summer Hikaru Died Season 2 highlights the series’ growing success, supported by its popular manga and anime adaptation. The official account has asked viewers to “stay tuned for further updates” regarding the release schedule.
