Higurashi: When They Cry is an unrivaled horror series, whether it be anime or manga. But it is a bit tough to tackle because you need to know the order according to the timeline.
If you’re having trouble finding a suitable order for anime, manga, and novels, we’re here to clear your confusion. So, here’s the solution to your confusion.
Higurashi When They Cry Order!
Higurashi Watch Order:
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Rei
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Gou
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Sotsu
Titles in English:
- When They Cry
- When They Cry: Kai
- When They Cry: Rei
- When They Cry: Gou
- When They Cry-SOTSU
Higurashi Manga Order:
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Onikakushi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Watanagashi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Tatarigoroshi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Himatsubushi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai: Meakashi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai: Tsumihoroboshi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai: Minagoroshi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai: Matsuribayashi-hen
Titles in English:
- Higurashi When They Cry: Abducted by Demons Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Cotton Drifting Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Curse Killing Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Time Killing Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Eye Opening Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Atonement Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Massacre Arc
- Higurashi When They Cry: Festival Accompanying Arc
Higurashi Novel Order:
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Dai 1 Wa: Onikakushi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro n Dai 2 Waai: Watanagashi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Dai 3 Wa: Tatarigoroshi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Dai 4 Wa: Himatsubushi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai Dai 1 Wa: Meakashi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai Dai 2 Wa: Tsumihoroboshi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai Dai 3 Wa: Minagoroshi-hen
- Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai Dai 4 Wa: Matsuribayashi-hen
Titles in English:
- When They Cry Episode 1 Demoned Away Edition
- When They Cry Episode 2 Cotton Drifting Edition
- When They Cry Episode 3 Killing Edition
- When They Cry Episode 4 Killing Time Edition
- When They Cry Solution Episode 1 Memorandum
- When They Cry Solution Episode 2 Sinfulness
- When They Cry Solution Episode 3 Massacre
- When They Cry Solution Episode 4 Festival Music
Notes:
1. Higurashi anime has some optional episodes that are adapted from side stories. While they aren’t necessary to watch, you can watch them if you’re interested in comedic episodes.
2. You’ll find some other arcs in the manga that are not on the list. You can completely ignore them and go with the ones from the order above.
3. Light Novels are all released as limited editions. So, you can find them online to buy or read but not in stores in Japan or any other country.
A Word from Us!
So, this is the order you can follow before reading or watching Higurashi When They Cry. We hope you aren’t much confused with the article.
If you have any doubts or queries regarding the post, feel free to let us know through the comment section below. Have a great ride with the series, then.
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