The Summer Hikaru Died Season 2(Photo Credit –Netflix)

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Netflix has built a strong run of unexpected hits this year, and among them, The Summer Hikaru Died has stood out as a rare blend of horror and emotion. The anime carved out its place with imagery and themes that felt sharper and more unsettling than anything else on the platform; therefore, the announcement of Season 2 was met with huge excitement.

The renewal came quickly after the finale, confirmed through the anime’s official X account along with a striking poster, new manga illustrations, and a teaser that picked up right where season 1 ended.

The Summer Hikaru Died: Season 1 Recap & The Dark Ending

The story so far has followed Yoshiki as he struggles to accept the grim truth about his friend Hikaru Indo’s death, while also grappling with the presence of the creature that took Hikaru’s form. The first season ended on a haunting moment, with Yoshiki begging the creature not to leave, and instead of separating, the two stayed together. The teaser showed them walking along the shore, directly setting the tone for season 2.