Ep. 11: The group confronts guilt and Menma's fading presence while seeking closure
Jinta and his friends believe Menma remains because of their selfish feelings. Chiriko reveals she conspired with Menma on her death day to be with Atsumu, her childhood love. Tetsudou admits he witnessed Menma’s accident and has felt guilty since. After an emotional release, Jinta shares Menma’s wish to speak with everyone, prompting them to bring her to the base. However, Menma begins to vanish as she fulfilled a promise to Jinta’s mother to help him cry. Jinta carries her to the secret base but loses the ability to see her upon arrival. As the group searches, Menma leaves final messages. Jinta and the others shout to her, regaining sight and hearing to say their goodbyes before she disappears. Later, Jinta attends school with Naruko, Atsumu and Chiriko grow closer, and Tetsudou resumes studying while working. The friends return to the base to read Menma’s messages, reflecting on the summer flower.
Episodes
- Ep. 7 · The group discovers Menma's diary entry about a forbidden firework letter to God for Jinta's mother.
- Ep. 8 · Jinta visits Menma's mother and faces accusations while pursuing her wish alone.
- Ep. 9 · The group visits Jinta to see Menma, who can only write at the secret base.
- Ep. 10 · Jinta faces doubts before the fireworks while Menma prepares to reincarnate in heaven.
- Ep. 11 · The group confronts guilt and Menma's fading presence while seeking closure