Higurashi: When They Cry (2006)
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Higurashi: When They Cry is streaming in Japan on Hulu, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel.
What the audience says
Higurashi: When They Cry is one of the better-rated Japanese series out there. It carries a 7.7/10 on TMDB across 243 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack.
Is it worth starting?
This is 2 seasons deep — Japanese animation, leaning drama.
- Why
- Currently 7.7/10 from 243 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you want live action tonight
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
After moving into the quiet town of Hinamizawa, Maebara Keiichi spends his days blissfully in school often playing games with his local friends. However, appearances can be deceiving. One fateful day, Keiichi stumbles upon news of a murder that had occurred in Hinamizawa. From this point on, horrific events unfold in front of Keiichi, as he soon learns his close friends may not be all that they seem.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~24 min per episode |
| Genre | Animation / Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All Hulu titles in Japan
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