With warm weather, green vegetation, and plenty of activities to get out and enjoy the season, what better way to enjoy all that summer has to offer than staying indoors and binging some summer-themed anime? Nah, only joking. We live in a time when technology is portable and makes it possible to enjoy anime anywhere from the cool, air-conditioned comfort of your home to a sunny hammock by the beach.

But which anime is perfect for a weeb’s eyeballs to absorb while your skin soaks up the sunshine? Well, do we have the list for you! Whether you’re into mysteries, sci-fi, drama, romance, or just want bright, sunny anime as hot as the temperature in July, you’re sure to find a show that’s ideal for your preference in summertime vibes. So lather on some sunscreen, put on a swimsuit, and dive into the scorching-hot picks.

After the death of his parents, Shinpei Ajiro had been taken in by the Kofune family and their two daughters, Mio and Ushio. Though he eventually left to Tokyo to continue his education, he’s returned to his home island of Hitogashima to attend Ushio’s funeral after she’d tragically drowned after attempting to rescue a little girl. But during the funeral, his best friend brings suspicion into the whole situation with the added information of bruises found on Ushio’s neck. With the accident looking more like to be a murder, Shinpei begins noticing strange happenings around him as he starts questioning what really happened to Ushio. With strange things happening and people disappearing, Shinpei uncovers much more about the island itself on top of what happened to Ushio.