[Photos/Images] This is what happens after watching a scary story... Sympathetic voices for the 'Chiikawa' Hachiware frightened on its way home alone. 1st

In episode 96 of the anime "Chiikawa," Chiikawa (CV: Haruka Aoki) and Hachiware (CV: Makoto Tanaka) watch a scary website. Episode 97 depicts the scene where the two, having enjoyed the scary site, return home from the internet cafe.

Hachiware seemed cheerful when they parted ways, but once alone, he gradually became anxious. Suddenly, the lights went out, and thinking it was a supernatural phenomenon, he headed to Chiikawa in fear.

This scene prompted a series of empathetic comments, such as "I get more scared after hearing a scary story than during it." Additionally, comments like "It's pitiful, but this trembling appearance is also cute" were made about the trembling Hachiware.

"Chiikawa" is a popular manga posted by illustrator Nagano since 2020 on X (formerly Twitter). It won the Grand Prix at the 'Japan Character Award 2022' and again in July 2024 at the 'Japan Character Award 2024.'

The small and cute characters, combined with the stark contrast of a severe worldview, have garnered widespread popularity among both adults and children, with followers surpassing 3.73 million to date. The anime version of "Chiikawa" currently airs on the Fuji TV network during "Mezamashi TV" every Tuesday and Friday around 7:40 AM.

Episode 97 "HonKowa 2"
[Synopsis]
Hachiware and Chiikawa return home after watching a scary story, but...

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