During the festival fireworks, they wander away from the crowd to a secluded beach. Drunk on cheap sake (Natsuki’s idea of "teaching him adult things"), Kaito confesses his attraction. Natsuki does not laugh. Instead, she says, “You think I’m broken, don’t you?”

The chapter ends with their first kiss, but it’s not triumphant. It tastes of cheap alcohol, sea salt, and the sad knowledge that summer is already half over. Runtime: ~30 minutes Key Mood: Heart-wrenching, cathartic

This chapter is where the story’s mature themes surface. Natsuki admits she feels "stuck" between being an adult and still feeling like a lost teenager. Kaito, emboldened by his growing feelings, admits he has never been in love.

A: Absolutely. Each cap builds directly on the previous. Skipping Cap 1 ruins the emotional payoff of Cap 3.

Just remember to watch with the windows open—so you can hear the cicadas. Have you seen this OVA? Which chapter hit you the hardest? Share your thoughts in the comments below. And if you know of any active subtitle projects for restoring this series, please reach out.

The first chapter opens with the drone of cicadas and the shimmering heat haze over asphalt. Kaito arrives at his grandmother’s old ryokan (traditional inn), which has seen better days. He expects a boring summer of chores and studying. That changes when he meets , a tenant renting one of the inn’s side rooms.

The final chapter is the longest and most emotionally devastating. September approaches. School will restart. Natsuki has found a job in another prefecture. The question is no longer if they will separate, but how .

The for Cap 1 are vital here, as the dialogue is sparse yet loaded with subtext. Many fan translations emphasize the poetic nature of Natsuki's lines. Chapter 2: "Fireworks and Unspoken Words" – Cap 2 Summary Runtime: ~26 minutes Key Mood: Rising tension, fleeting joy