Original
07/06/2007 - 12/18/2007 Finished
Higurashi: When They Cry – Kai (Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai)
Also known as: ひぐらしのなく頃に解
Rika Furude senses an inescapable darkness lurking beneath Hinamizawa's peaceful surface, where each passing year brings unspeakable tragedy. Trapped in a repeating summer, she races to uncover the killer's identity before catastrophe strikes anew, though incomplete evidence and recurring failure push her from desperate hope toward devastating despair.
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Watch on: Netflix
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai has no filler episodes: all 24 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
24 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reunion07/06/2007 | 07/06/2007 | Canon |
| 2 | Disaster Awakening Chapter One: Playing Tag07/13/2007 | 07/13/2007 | Canon |
| 3 | Disaster Awakening Chapter Two: Powerless07/20/2007 | 07/20/2007 | Canon |
| 4 | Disaster Awakening Chapter Three: Pre-established Harmony07/27/2007 | 07/27/2007 | Canon |
| 5 | Disaster Awakening Chapter Four: The Great Hinamizawa Disaster08/03/2007 | 08/03/2007 | Canon |
| 6 | Massacre Chapter One: Rules of the Labyrinth08/10/2007 | 08/10/2007 | Canon |
| 7 | Massacre Chapter Two: How to Change Destiny08/17/2007 | 08/17/2007 | Canon |
| 8 | Massacre Chapter Three: Fluctuation08/24/2007 | 08/24/2007 | Canon |
| 9 | Massacre Chapter Four: Negotiation08/31/2007 | 08/31/2007 | Canon |
| 10 | Massacre Chapter Five: Showdown09/07/2007 | 09/07/2007 | Canon |
| 11 | Massacre Chapter Six: Strong Will09/14/2007 | 09/14/2007 | Canon |
| 12 | Massacre Chapter Seven: Hinamizawa Syndrome09/21/2007 | 09/21/2007 | Canon |
| 13 | Massacre Chapter Eight: Finale09/28/2007 | 09/28/2007 | Canon |
| 14 | Festival Music Chapter One: Miyo10/10/2007 | 10/10/2007 | Canon |
| 15 | Festival Music Chapter Two: Wriggling10/16/2007 | 10/16/2007 | Canon |
| 16 | Festival Music Chapter Three: The Beginning of the End10/23/2007 | 10/23/2007 | Canon |
| 17 | Festival Music Chapter Four: Strategy10/30/2007 | 10/30/2007 | Canon |
| 18 | Festival Music Chapter Five: The Final Piece11/06/2007 | 11/06/2007 | Canon |
| 19 | Festival Music Chapter Six: Opening11/13/2007 | 11/13/2007 | Canon |
| 20 | Festival Music Chapter Seven: Trap11/20/2007 | 11/20/2007 | Canon |
| 21 | Festival Music Chapter Eight: 48 Hours11/27/2007 | 11/27/2007 | Canon |
| 22 | Festival Music Chapter Nine: Offense and Defense12/04/2007 | 12/04/2007 | Canon |
| 23 | Festival Music Chapter Ten: Bloody Battle12/11/2007 | 12/11/2007 | Canon |
| 24 | Festival Music Chapter Eleven: End12/18/2007 | 12/18/2007 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai have?
Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai is season 2 of 4 in the franchise: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Gou, and Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Sotsu. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai have?
This page covers 24 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 89 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai?
It is recommended to watch Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai online?
Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai is available on the following streaming platforms: Netflix. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Watch on: Netflix
Is Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai a complete anime?
Yes, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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