Rainbow Fireflies
虹色ほたる 〜永遠の夏休み〜
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About
One year ago, Yūta lost his father in a car crash. Now in the 6th grade, Yūta goes to catch beetles in a dam near a mountain, a place he often went with his father. There, Yūta meets a strange old man, and while walking in heavy rainfall, slips and blacks out. When Yūta awakes, he sees a child, Saeko, who shows him a village from the past. A precious summer vacation for Yūta begins.
Cast
Akashi Takei
as Yūta Otabe (voice)
Ayumi Kimura
as Saeko Okuyama (voice)
Taro Ishida
as Hotaru Jii (voice)
Chikao Ohtsuka
as Aotengu (voice)
Ikuko Tani
as Obā-chan (voice)
Yuuki Yagi
as
Kazuya Nakai
as Kenzō – Adult (voice)
Mamiko Noto
as Saeko – Adult (voice)
Masahiko Tanaka
as Saeko's Father (voice)
Yutaro Honjo
as Shintarō (voice)
Yuuki Yagi
as Yoshizawa (voice)
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About Rainbow Fireflies
One year ago, Yūta lost his father in a car crash. Now in the 6th grade, Yūta goes to catch beetles in a dam near a mountain, a place he often went with his father. There, Yūta meets a strange old man, and while walking in heavy rainfall, slips and blacks out. When Yūta awakes, he sees a child, Saeko, who shows him a village from the past. A precious summer vacation for Yūta begins. Running 105 minutes.
Rainbow Fireflies Cast and Characters
The cast features Akashi Takei (as Yūta Otabe (voice)), Ayumi Kimura (as Saeko Okuyama (voice)), Taro Ishida (as Hotaru Jii (voice)), Chikao Ohtsuka (as Aotengu (voice)), and Ikuko Tani (as Obā-chan (voice)). Their performances are a major reason Rainbow Fireflies has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Rainbow Fireflies NowWhy People Are Watching Rainbow Fireflies
Rainbow Fireflies flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rainbow Fireflies
Where can I watch Rainbow Fireflies online for free?
You can watch Rainbow Fireflies online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Rainbow Fireflies?
Rainbow Fireflies runs for 105 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Rainbow Fireflies good? What's the rating?
Rainbow Fireflies holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 6 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Rainbow Fireflies?
The main cast includes Akashi Takei, Ayumi Kimura, Taro Ishida, and Chikao Ohtsuka, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Rainbow Fireflies available in Japanese?
Yes — Rainbow Fireflies was originally produced in Japanese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Rainbow Fireflies released?
Rainbow Fireflies was released in 2012.
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Where can I watch Rainbow Fireflies for free?
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What is Rainbow Fireflies about?
Rainbow Fireflies is a Fantasy/Animation film. One year ago, Yūta lost his father in a car crash. Now in the 6th grade, Yūta goes to catch beetles in a dam near a mountain, a place he often went with his father. There, Yūta meets a strange old man, and while walking in heavy rainfall, slips and blacks out. When Yūta awakes, he sees a child, Saeko, who shows him a village from the past. A precious summer vacation for Yūta begins.
When was Rainbow Fireflies released?
Rainbow Fireflies was released on May 19, 2012. It has a runtime of 1h 45m. The film was produced by Toei Animation.
Who stars in Rainbow Fireflies?
Rainbow Fireflies stars Akashi Takei, Ayumi Kimura, Taro Ishida and Chikao Ohtsuka. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Rainbow Fireflies available in HD?
Yes, Rainbow Fireflies is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.