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The late summer cicada in Japan is called the tsukutsukubōshi (ツクツクボウシ). As summer begins to break its fever, the distinctive call of the tsukutsukubōshi echoes through the trees, signaling the gentle approach of autumn. The intense heat that has gripped the days slowly begins to loosen its hold, but the zansho (残暑)—the lingering heat—reminds us that summer’s warmth hasn’t completely faded.

The sound of the tsukutsukubōshi is bittersweet, a nostalgic melody that marks the closing chapter of summer. As its song fills the air, it’s as though nature itself is whispering that the days of intense sun are waning, and soon, the cool breezes of autumn will take their place. In Japan, this is a time to savor the last moments of summer while preparing for the gentler, more reflective days ahead. The cicada’s call is a reminder that, despite the lingering heat, change is on the horizon.