A Fading Summer
翳りゆく夏
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About
A major newspaper has informally decided to employ a female university student. However, shock ripples within the newspaper because of a weekly magazine’s scoop that she is the daughter of the criminal in a serious case. This was the kidnapping of a newborn baby at a big hospital 20 years ago. The criminal demanded a ransom from the director of the hospital instead of the parents. But after the criminal had the large sum of money in hand, he died in an accident while being pursued by the police. The baby was never found. Kaji Hidekazu, a former hotshot journalist who has become deadwood in the wake of an incident, is ordered by the newspaper to re-investigate the kidnapping case. He finds out the shocking, tragic truth which had been kept under wraps.
Cast
Atsuro Watabe
as Hidekazu Kaji
Saburo Tokito
as Seiichi Muto
Mugi Kadowaki
as Hiroko Asakura
Masaki Suda
as Toshiharu Muto
Ryo Iwamatsu
as Shuhei Inoue
Kenichi Takitoh
as Junji Horie
Wakana Aoi
as
Masuyo Iwamoto
as
Masahiro Toda
as Soichi Tezuka
Kyusaku Shimada
as Sadatoshi Otsuki
Atsuko Maeda
as Yu Kahara
Yōko Moriguchi
as Asako Tezuka
Mayu Tsuruta
as
Katsumi Kiba
as
Yoshiko Nakada
as
B-saku Satoh
as
Yuka Itaya
as Ayuko Sukawa
Isao Hashizume
as Shunichi Sugino
Toshihito Kokubo
as Koizumi Kazuhiko
Seasons
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Stream A Fading Summer online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A highly acclaimed crime and mystery series originally produced in Japanese and released in 2015, it's earned a solid 8.7/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About A Fading Summer
A major newspaper has informally decided to employ a female university student. However, shock ripples within the newspaper because of a weekly magazine’s scoop that she is the daughter of the criminal in a serious case. This was the kidnapping of a newborn baby at a big hospital 20 years ago. The criminal demanded a ransom from the director of the hospital instead of the parents. But after the criminal had the large sum of money in hand, he died in an accident while being pursued by the police. The baby was never found. Kaji Hidekazu, a former hotshot journalist who has become deadwood in the wake of an incident, is ordered by the newspaper to re-investigate the kidnapping case. He finds out the shocking, tragic truth which had been kept under wraps. Across 1 season and 5 episodes, originally airing on WOWOW Prime.
A Fading Summer Cast and Characters
The cast features Atsuro Watabe (as Hidekazu Kaji), Saburo Tokito (as Seiichi Muto), Mugi Kadowaki (as Hiroko Asakura), Masaki Suda (as Toshiharu Muto), and Ryo Iwamatsu (as Shuhei Inoue). Their performances are a major reason A Fading Summer has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch A Fading Summer Online
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▶ Watch A Fading Summer NowWhy People Are Watching A Fading Summer
There's a reason A Fading Summer keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy Japanese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about A Fading Summer
Where can I watch A Fading Summer online for free?
You can watch A Fading Summer 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 many episodes does A Fading Summer have?
A Fading Summer has 5 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is A Fading Summer good? What's the rating?
A Fading Summer holds a 8.7/10 rating based on 7 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of A Fading Summer?
The main cast includes Atsuro Watabe, Saburo Tokito, Mugi Kadowaki, and Masaki Suda, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is A Fading Summer available in Japanese?
Yes — A Fading Summer 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 A Fading Summer released?
A Fading Summer first aired in 2015.
Do I need an account to watch A Fading Summer on Bowood.TV?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Fading Summer for free?
You can watch A Fading Summer online for free on Bowood.TV. All 5 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does A Fading Summer have?
A Fading Summer currently has 1 season and a total of 5 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is A Fading Summer about?
A major newspaper has informally decided to employ a female university student. However, shock ripples within the newspaper because of a weekly magazine’s scoop that she is the daughter of the criminal in a serious case. This was the kidnapping of a newborn baby at a big hospital 20 years ago. The criminal demanded… It belongs to the Crime, Mystery genres.
In which language is A Fading Summer originally available?
A Fading Summer was originally produced in JA. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original JA audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was A Fading Summer first released?
A Fading Summer first premiered on January 18, 2015 (2015). The series has since concluded its run.
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