# 259. The Summer Hikaru Died (S1)

An episode of [Strictly Anime](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1501239219), 16 Dec 2025, 1 h 32 min.

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We review the first season of The Summer Hikaru Died. It’s not often we get a horror anime that’s actually scary, and this one hits the mark while also delivering a great mystery. We discuss the scary moments that got us, the romantic subtext, and the slowly unraveling lore about the town. Japnese title: Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu While you’re listening to this episode, why not pair it up with a delicious snack from a #TokyoTreat box? Use code STRICTLYANIME for $5 off your first box: https://team.tokyotreat.com/strictlyanime Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4Rnq4GTePP Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/thestrictlyseries Website: https://www.thestrictlyseries.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestrictlyseries X (Twitter): https://x.com/strictlyseries Part of The Strictly Series of podcasts

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