During the Bon festival, Kakeru finally opens up to Naho about his past. He reveals that his mother, who had been chronically ill, committed suicide on his first day of school. He carries immense guilt, believing his actions that day led to her death.
The episode explores Kakeru's internal battle and "demons," showing how he hides his depression and suicidal thoughts behind a normal exterior. Orange Episode 6
The group’s coordinated efforts to help Naho and Kakeru highlight the theme that monumental tasks (like saving a life) are not meant to be handled alone. During the Bon festival, Kakeru finally opens up