New insights into the anime series Summer Pockets: Focus on Shiroha Naruse

To introduce the new story arc centered around the character Shiroha Naruse in the ongoing anime adaptation of Summer Pockets (jap. Samā Pokettosu), another preview trailer has been released. This sixth teaser of the series for the first time shows deeper scenes from the perspective of the island resident Shiroha, who initially deliberately distances herself from her surroundings. As the trailer progresses, the protagonist Hairi Takaora carefully approaches her and signals his willingness to offer support, which gradually hints at her emotional opening.

The plot of this episode begins during a recurring summer: While Shiroha practices alone at the swimming pool at night, she meets Hairi, who has come to the island of Torishirojima to settle the affairs of his deceased grandmother. Despite her initial withdrawal, Hairi's stories about forgotten childhood memories and summer adventures awaken in Shiroha her own associations of happy youthful experiences with friends.

Summer Pockets is based on a visual novel by Key (known for works such as CLANNAD and Angel Beats!) and is animated by the studio feel. The series depicts Hairi's stay on the remote island, where through encounters with various girls – including the nature-loving Shiroha, the butterfly-seeking Ao, or the treasure-hunting Kamome – he discovers new joy in life.

The voice acting is performed by Kōyomi Kobayashi as Shiroha and Shōya Chiba as Hairi. The full trailer is available via the project's official channels.