Chisato
main character
OVA
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- OVA
- Episodes
- 1
- Episode length
- 26 min
- Total watch time
- 26 minutes
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- April 23, 1991
- Season
- Spring 1991
- Source
- Original story
- Director
- Ryou Tachiba
- Original creator
- Daisaku Ikeda
- Music
- Norihiro Tsuru
- Age rating
- G — All Ages
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 44/100
Estimated watch time
0h 26m
⚡ 1 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Kids50%War20%
overview details
Synopsis
The story follows a young girl and her family as they get trapped in Manchuria during the Russo-Japanese War.
Should you watch Hotaru Kagayaku?
Hotaru Kagayaku has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 44/100 — 12% of 119 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 209 AniList users who started it, 7.2% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 171 have finished it.
At about 26 minutes in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Drama.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Daisaku Ikeda
- Director
- Ryou Tachiba
- Music
- Norihiro Tsuru
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Hotaru Kagayaku FAQ
How many episodes does Hotaru Kagayaku have?
Hotaru Kagayaku has 1 episodes of about 26 minutes each, roughly 26 minutes in total.
Is Hotaru Kagayaku finished?
Yes. Hotaru Kagayaku has finished airing — the final episode aired April 23, 1991.
Is there a season 2 of Hotaru Kagayaku?
No sequel is listed for Hotaru Kagayaku as of October 2026.
Is Hotaru Kagayaku based on a manga?
No. Hotaru Kagayaku is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.