Original
07/06/2007 - 12/18/2007 Finished
Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai (ひぐらしのなく頃に解)
Also known as: Higurashi: When They Cry – Kai
In the small village of Hinamizawa, Rika Furude and her friends live together in relative harmony. Beneath this mask of peace, however, lies a hidden darkness, one that Rika understands all too well. In this eternal summer, she has been witness to unspeakable horrors. Every time the clock resets, Rika must try to find the villain behind these senseless deaths before tragedy strikes again. However, trying to decipher a mystery when only half the clues are present proves time and again to be disastrous, and each time she believes that things will change, she inevitably fails. As the annual festival approaches, Rika begins her descent from hope to despair in her struggle to break the chains of fate entangling them all.
24
Total episodes
24
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 24 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai have? Well, currently Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai has a total of 4 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai doesn't have a single filler episode: all 24 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 24 episodes of Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai aired in 2007 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 24 without detours. If you came looking for which Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
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 has a total of 4 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai have?
In total, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai has 24 episodes distributed across its 4 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
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.
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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.
How much filler does Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai have?
No, Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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