
Higurashi: When They Cry – SOTSU
Oshimeter
Synopsis
Rika Furude and Satoko Houjou are best friends who have lived in the small village of Hinamizawa for their entire lives. Alongside their other friends, they spend every day together, and every moment is filled with fun and laughter. However, as Rika and Satoko begin to grow older, a life-changing opportunity presents itself to both of them. Rika is determined to follow her dreams and wants Satoko by her side. Although Satoko is hesitant, she decides to walk this path with Rika. However, the realization of her dream forms a rift between them. This leaves the girls living in completely different worlds, with Rika enjoying her new life and making new friends while Satoko grows more and more isolated. Longing to return to the nostalgic days in Hinamizawa, Satoko despairs and wishes things could be changed. Just when she is at wits' end, an encounter with a supernatural entity changes Satoko's perception and imparts new revelations about her best friend Rika. This begins her journey to get the future she desires—by any means necessary. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Characters
Rika Furude
A young miko reliving a deadly curse, Rika fights for her friends, navigating fragments of reality with hidden strength.
Portrayed by Forstadt Rebecca
Rena Ryuuguu
Rena Ryuuguu: A cute, obsessive treasure hunter with a dark secret.
Portrayed by Lee Mela
Shion Sonozaki
Mion's twin sister, Shion is a complex waitress with a dark side, driven by grief and love for Satoshi and Satoko.
Portrayed by Hollingshead Megan
Mion Sonozaki
Tomboyish class president, Mion is a skilled martial artist and cunning strategist, secretly harboring a girly side and a crush on Keiichi.
Portrayed by Hollingshead Megan
Keiichi Maebara
Charismatic and friendly, Keiichi Maebara is a cheerful newcomer to Hinamizawa, but hides a dark secret.
Portrayed by Dao Khoi
Satoko Houjou
Mischievous but traumatized, Satoko manipulates others, driven by loss and Hinamizawa syndrome.
Portrayed by Kwan Jennie
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