Pronunciation:hi gu ra shi ひぐらし
Meaning:
evening cicada (Tanna japonensis)
Translation:
日 sun
暮 set
Also known as "かなかな” kana kana" because of its clear, bell-like call.
It chirps at dawn or dusk in summer.
Their voices are beautiful, lovely, and a little sad. When I hear their voices, I feel grateful that I have made it through the summer.
It is a seasonal word for autumn.
Have a wonderful autumn!