Higurashi: When They Cry

In the idyllic village of Hinamizawa, a newcomer discovers a dark secret and a cycle of paranoia and violence that shatters the illusion of peace.

CHARACTERS

Rika Furude

Shrine maiden Rika relives a deadly curse, battling through fragments to save her friends and escape a tragic fate.

Rena Ryuuguu

Rena Ryuuguu: A seemingly sweet girl with a hidden, violent, yandere side, obsessed with cute things and her friends.

Portrayed by Nakahara Mai

Shion Sonozaki

Mion's twin sister, Shion is a complex character; initially appearing sweet, yet capable of extreme violence driven by grief and resentment.

Portrayed by Yukino Satsuki

Mion Sonozaki

Tomboyish class president, Mion is a skilled martial artist and cunning strategist with a hidden girly side.

Portrayed by Yukino Satsuki

Keiichi Maebara

Charismatic and friendly, Keiichi Maebara moves to Hinamizawa, making friends but facing terrifying mysteries.

Portrayed by Hoshi Souichirou

Satoko Houjou

Mischievous and clever young girl, traumatized by her past, who manipulates others to achieve her goals.

Portrayed by Kanai Mika

SIMILAR ANIME

Higurashi: When They Cry – Gou

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Higurashi: When They Cry – Kai

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Time Travel

Countryside

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School

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Crime

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Studio Deen

Season

Spring 2006

Start Date

2006-04-03

End Date

2006-09-25

Episodes

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