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TOP 30 anime detectives

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TOP 30 anime detectives
  • Death Note

    Death Note

    What if you could administer justice with a single stroke of a pen? High school student Light Yagami finds a sinister notebook capable of killing anyone whose name is written in it. While it sounds like a superpower, the police are already on the trail of the mysterious killer. In this detective showdown, intellect clashes with intellect, and a tangled mystery turns into a deadly game. The brilliant main character versus the equally brilliant detective L—whose logic will prevail? This anime's rating is off the charts, and for good reason! Its popularity is so high that Netflix made a film about it.

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    Director: Tetsuro Araki
    Main roles: Mamoru Miyano, Shido Nakamura, Ryo Naito, Naoya Uchida, Keiji Fujiwara
    Genre: shonen, supernatural, thriller, psychological
    year: 2006-2007
  • Bungou Stray Dogs

    Bungou Stray Dogs

    Atsushi Nakajima is thrown out of the orphanage like an unwanted suitcase. Homeless, hungry, but stubbornly clinging to life, he decides: if the world is so cruel, it's time to respond in kind—for example, by staging a daring robbery. But fate intervenes... In the river next to him, someone is drowning. Saving the unlucky drowning man, Atsushi does not suspect that he has just turned his life upside down. Because the guy he pulled out of the water is Osamu Dazai, a member of the Armed Detective Agency, where people with fantastic abilities work. Now Atsushi will find himself in the thick of tangled investigations, face dangerous criminals, and unravel a mystery that will turn his past upside down. This anime is definitely worth adding to your list, and if you want more, read the fanfics on the site, where there are more stories about Atsushi, Dazai, and other heroes.

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    Director: Takuya Igarashi
    Main roles: Mamoru Miyano, Yuto Uemura, Kensho Ono, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Chiaki Omigawa
    Genre: seinen, action, mystery, adult characters, detective, organized crime, superpower
    year: 2016
  • Tokunana

    Tokunana

    Once upon a time, dragons ruled the world, but now they are just a legend... or almost. In 2X19, Tokyo is plunged into chaos: a mysterious organization called 'The Nine' wants to bring back the dragons and establish a new order. The police are powerless against this threat, so a special criminal investigation unit, Tokunana, is created. Newcomer Seiji Nanatsuki—stubborn, hot-headed, with an iron will—joins its ranks. His colleagues consider him a greenhorn, but he is determined to solve crimes and stop 'The Nine' at any cost. Magic, technology, tangled investigations, and spectacular battles—this detective thriller is definitely worth adding to your list!

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    Director: Harume Kosaka, Takayuki Kuriyama
    Main roles: Yuko Kaida, Ari Ozawa, Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Kenji Nomura
    Genre: action, fantasy, mystery, detective, urban fantasy, vampires
    year: 2019
  • Trickster: Edogawa Ranpo 'Shounen Tanteidan' yori

    Trickster: Edogawa Ranpo 'Shounen Tanteidan' yori

    Kensuke Hanasaki is a hero who doesn't seek easy paths. He is part of the 'Young Detectives' club led by the brilliant but mysterious Kogoro Akechi. One day, during an assignment, he meets a strange character—a gloomy youth named Yoshio Kobayashi, who dreams of dying. However, death does not take him. Kobayashi has a mystical ability: a fog surrounds him, destroying everything that approaches and granting him immortality. Hanasaki offers a deal—joining the club in exchange for finding a way to fulfill his last wish. But as the investigations progress, Kobayashi's mystery becomes more tangled... and their meetings are clearly not coincidental. With a dynamic plot, stylish detective genre, and tense intrigues, this anime is definitely worthy of a place in your list!

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    Director: Masahiro Mukai
    Main roles: Daisuke Ono, Daiki Yamashita, Ryota Osaka
    Genre: drama, mystery, fantasy, detective, psychological
    year: 2016-2017
  • Kuramerukagari

    Kuramerukagari

    In a future where technology rules the world, and human memory can be erased and rewritten, a detective who has lost his past investigates a mysterious crime linked to an organization that alters people's consciousness. As he unravels the mystery, he realizes that he himself has become part of a dangerous experiment. A tangled plot, stylish neon aesthetics, and a tense atmosphere make this anime worthy of a place in any futuristic detective collection.

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    Director: Shigeyoshi Tsukahara
    Main roles: Ayane Sakura, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Natsumi Kawaida, Nanako Mori, Takeo Otsuka
    Genre: mystery, fantasy, thriller, detective
    year: 2024
  • Hero Mask

    Hero Mask

    What seems like an ordinary crime—a woman dying of a heart attack—turns out to be much more complicated. Her family is convinced it was murder. As the police and their colleague begin investigating, they soon discover that the case is far more tangled than it seemed. Mysterious people in strange masks, who awaken superhuman abilities, a secret organization, and a sinister conspiracy—every thread leads to a terrifying secret. What is hidden behind these masks? Who created them and why? And how is this connected to the murder? This tense detective thriller, where every clue brings you closer to a shocking revelation, is definitely worth adding to your list!

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    Director: Hiroyasu Aoki
    Main roles: Yasuyuki Kase, Yuko Kaida, Junpei Morita, Koki Uchiyama
    Genre: action, mystery, fantasy, detective
    year: 2018
  • Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru.

    Tantei wa Mou, Shindeiru.

    Have you ever met someone who constantly gets entangled in complicated stories? Meet Kimihiko Kimizuka—a hero who can't even fly peacefully to his destination. On a plane, he meets Siesta—a genius detective who, without much talk, appoints him as her assistant. For three years, they traveled the world together, solving crimes and unraveling mysteries... until Siesta died. A year later, Kimizuka tries to live a normal life, but the world of detective mysteries doesn't let go. A meeting with a mysterious girl drags him back into a game where the past and present intertwine, and Siesta's death is only the beginning. If you enjoy mystical investigations and unexpected twists, this detective thriller deserves a place in your list!

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    Director: Manabu Kurihara
    Main roles: Nagai Arata, Saki Miyashita, Ayana Taketatsu, Maria Naganawa, Takehito Koyasu, Saho Shirasu
    Genre: comedy, mystery, romance, detective
    year: 2021
  • Babylon

    Babylon

    Some secrets are better left unrevealed... but prosecutor Zen Seizaki has come too close to a dangerous truth. Investigating illegal medical experiments, he uncovers a trail leading to a powerful pharmaceutical company and a university where strange things are happening. In one of the files, he finds chilling evidence: bloodstained hair, pieces of skin, and a mysterious note with a single letter—'F'. The deeper he digs, the more tangled the case becomes. Political crimes, manipulations, conspiracies at the highest level—everything leads to elections that could change the very essence of society. Where is the line between good and evil? Who is pulling the strings? And most importantly, can Seizaki escape this deadly dangerous game? This detective thriller with a tense plot, shocking twists, and a dark atmosphere is definitely worth adding to your list!

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    Director: Kiyotaka Suzuki
    Main roles: Satsuki Yukino, Takahiro Sakurai, Yuichi Nakamura
    Genre: mystery, thriller, adult characters, detective, psychological
    year: 2019-2020
  • Kabukichou Sherlock

    Kabukichou Sherlock

    Welcome to the night of Kabukichou—a district full of crime and neon lights. Here lives the most eccentric detective, Sherlock, who, instead of dry deductions, stages theatrical performances! His job is to solve the most complex puzzles, and his methods... well, let's say they are quite unconventional. In this detective show, comedy, drama, and the insane charisma of the main characters intertwine. If you want to see Holmes in Japanese style, this is your choice!

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    Director: Ai Yoshimura
    Main roles: Haruka Tomatsu, Katsuyuki Konishi
    Genre: comedy, drama, mystery, adult characters, detective
    year: 2019-2020
  • Bishounen Tanteidan

    Bishounen Tanteidan

    School investigations? Boring. School investigations conducted by dazzlingly handsome detectives with charisma straight out of a novel? Much more interesting! The main heroine, Mayumi Dojima, dreams of solving a mystery related to the stars, but instead, she stumbles upon a mysterious club—the 'Handsome Detectives.' Their style of work is far from classical: logic? Not necessary. Evidence? Secondary. The main thing is beauty in everything! But don't let the external gloss deceive you: each member of the club is a true hero in their field, and their detective skills often lead to astonishing discoveries. Ahead of Mayumi are tangled puzzles, bright adventures, and a bit of glamour. Is she ready for a world where aesthetics are more important than rules? This detective anime will surely charm you—add it to your list!

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    Director: Akiyuki Shinbo
    Main roles: Maaya Sakamoto, Shogo Yano, Toshiki Masuda, Taito Ban, Ayumu Murase, Gen Sato
    Genre: mystery, crossdressing, detective, school, fine arts
    year: 2021
  • B: The Beginning

    B: The Beginning

    In a world where technology has reached incredible heights and new nations have been opened, an ordinary guy named Koku and legendary investigator Keith from the royal police RIS find themselves entangled in a complex investigation. At the center of the events is a mysterious criminal organization and a series of brutal murders, leaving behind a single clue—the signature of the killer known as 'B'. But it's not just the crimes that threaten the city. Everything becomes even more sinister when the heroes realize that behind each murder lies something greater than mere revenge or a lust for power. This is not just an investigation—it's a battle to save the city from a destructive force hidden in the shadows. Koku, a violinist by profession, and Keith, filled with determination to unravel the mystery of the murders, face an opponent who plays by their own rules. A mysterious atmosphere, intriguing puzzles, and a tense detective story—this anime will make you question what you know about the truth.

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    Director: Kenji Isobe, Yoshiki Yamakawa, Kazuto Nakazawa
    Main roles: Asami Seto, Hiroaki Hirata, Yuki Kaji, Satomi Sato, Hiroki Tachi
    Genre: action, mystery, thriller, detective, psychological, superpower
    year: 2018
  • Dantalian no Shoka

    Dantalian no Shoka

    Young aristocrat Huey Anthony Disward, according to his grandfather's will, becomes the owner of an ancient mansion and a vast library. However, among the many documents, his attention is drawn to a strange condition—he must take responsibility for the 'Secret Archives of Dantalian.' Finding himself in the basement of the library, Huey encounters a mysterious girl named Dalian, who turns out to be the key to accessing the Dantalian shelf—a library that stores demonic and forbidden books that can disrupt the harmony of the world. Each book on the shelf is a gensho, powerful and dangerous spectral books that lure people with their prohibition but can lead to death. Together with Dalian, Huey now must face the problems that arise from these deadly dangerous books. Their mission is to unravel ancient mysteries and solve puzzles, but the more they delve into the past, the more dark forces they uncover. If you enjoy mystery and complex detective investigations with elements of the supernatural, this anime will be your perfect choice!

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    Director: Yutaka Uemura
    Main roles: Daisuke Ono, Miyuki Sawashiro, Kana Hanazawa, Takahiro Sakurai, Mamiko Noto
    Genre: action, mystery, supernatural, detective, historical
    year: 2011
  • Subete ga F ni Naru

    Subete ga F ni Naru

    Architecture professor Souhei Saikawa travels to a remote island laboratory to study unusual research conducted by a university. With him is his daughter Moe Nishinosono, who is interested not only in the scientific aspect of the trip but also in the enigmatic personality of the brilliant scientist Shiki Magata—a phenomenon who became a doctor of science at the age of eleven. However, strange things happen on the island. First, there are unclear incidents, and then a murder occurs, leaving behind mysterious clues. Souhei and Moe find themselves entangled in a detective investigation where brilliant minds and unusual events intertwine with real dangers. Who is behind this cold-blooded crime, and why do all the clues lead to a strange and secluded laboratory? This anime is filled with complex puzzles, psychological games, and unexpected plot twists, where each revelation leads to even greater confusion.

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    Director: Mamoru Kanbe
    Main roles: Yasuyuki Kase, Atsumi Tanezaki, Ibuki Kido, Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Shunsuke Sakuya
    Genre: mystery, fantasy, thriller, adult characters, detective, psychological
    year: 2015
  • Cuticle Tantei Inaba

    Cuticle Tantei Inaba

    Hiroshi Inaba is an unusual detective who, thanks to his ability to be half-wolf and half-human, uses his animal instincts to catch criminals. Formerly an indispensable member of the police, after his younger brother's disappearance, he left the service and opened his own detective agency. His team includes the aggressive Yuta Sasaki, who can be scarier than any criminal, and the naive but kind-hearted Kei Nozaki, who is always ready to help, even if he sometimes finds himself in ridiculous situations. Now, solving various puzzles, from local residents' problems to capturing dangerous mafia boss Don Valentino, Inaba encounters numerous absurd and sometimes funny situations. Despite his ability and experience, his life is full of surprises, and crimes require not only logic but also imagination. If you enjoy comedic detective stories with elements of mysticism, this anime will surely not leave you indifferent!

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    Director: Susumu Mitsunaka
    Main roles: Junichi Suwabe, Miyu Irino, Toshiyuki Morikawa, Toru Okawa
    Genre: shonen, comedy, fantasy, mystery, detective, gag humor, organized crime, urban fantasy
    year: 2013
  • Shinrei Tantei Yakumo

    Shinrei Tantei Yakumo

    Yakumo is a young man with the unique ability to see and communicate with spirits. His world is full of mystical beings, but he does not seek fame or attention. Yakumo works as a detective, helping people whose problems are connected to the supernatural world. With his help, his clients can find peace, and the spirits can find solace. However, Yakumo himself hides a dark secret—he does not like his ability and does not believe in the bright side of communicating with the dead. Together with his colleague, a vibrant girl named Haruka, Yakumo takes on the most tangled and frightening detective investigations, where not only murder investigations but also spirits and supernatural forces often interfere.

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    Director: Tomoyuki Kurokawa
    Main roles: Ayumi Fujimura, Daisuke Ono, Hiroki Tachi, Ryoka Yuzuki, Akimitsu Takase
    Genre: horror, mystery, supernatural, adult characters, detective
    year: 2010
  • Un-Go

    Un-Go

    In postwar Tokyo, where the city still bears the scars of war, detective Shinjuurou Yuuki and his mysterious assistant Inga unravel complex and tangled cases. In the near future, in a world where technology and media control everything, the powerful media magnate Rinroku Kaishou manipulates politics and the economy, concentrating almost all power in his hands. But Kaishou is not just a businessman—he is also known as an unusual detective, solving the most complex cases with his technological infrastructure. Shinjuurou, known as the 'Cursed Detective' for his failures in the eyes of society, continues to use his deductive skills to unravel mysteries and puzzles where others fail. His team includes Inga—a mysterious assistant with a mind and unconventional abilities, hiding his true essence behind a sweet mask. Together, they seek answers to the most important questions, and behind every investigation lies something greater than just the search for truth.

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    Director: Seiji Mizushima
    Main roles: Aki Toyosaki, Ryo Katsuji, Shinichiro Miki, Nozomi Yamamoto, Takako Honda
    Genre: mystery, fantasy, supernatural, adult characters, detective
    year: 2011
  • Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens

    Hakata Tonkotsu Ramens

    At first glance, Hakata is an ordinary city in Fukuoka Prefecture, where life flows calmly and the streets are full of people. But with the onset of night, the city transforms into a dangerous artery where criminal personalities and aspiring criminals emerge from dark corners. In this world, a harsh rule applies: 'Kill or be killed.' When a mysterious criminal known as the 'Killer of Killers' begins operating on the streets, leaving almost no trace, two local detectives, Xian Min Ling and Zenji Banba, decide to take on this dangerous investigation. Both are experienced investigators working undercover, ready to unravel the mystery of this mystical killer and bring order to the city where every new puzzle can become deadly.

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    Director: Kenji Yasuda
    Main roles: Daisuke Ono, Yuki Kaji, Natsumi Fujiwara, Kensho Ono, Nobunaga Shimazaki
    Genre: action, mystery, adult characters, crossdressing, detective, organized crime
    year: 2018
  • Kemono Jihen

    Kemono Jihen

    In a remote village nestled in the mountains, strange events begin to occur: every month, bodies of killed animals are found, and none of the incidents resemble ordinary crimes. To investigate this, private detective Kohachi Inugami, a specialist in occult affairs, arrives in the village. During the investigation, he encounters a mysterious boy named Kabane Kusaka, who, instead of going to school, works in the field every day. In local circles, he is called 'Dorota-boh,' like a yokai living in the mud of a rice field, and the boy clearly arouses suspicion among the residents. As Inugami delves into the mystical investigation, he begins to realize that the incidents in the village have a supernatural explanation, and Kabane himself may be connected to these mysteries more than anyone else—he is not just a boy, and his name is not accidental. Friends on the path to unraveling the supernatural crime will face dangerous forces threatening not only the village but also all reality.

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    Director: Masaya Fujimori
    Main roles: Junichi Suwabe, Natsumi Fujiwara, Natsuki Hanae, Ayumu Murase, Yumiri Hanamori
    Genre: shonen, action, mystery, supernatural, detective, mythology
    year: 2021
  • Fugou Keiji: Balance:Unlimited

    Fugou Keiji: Balance:Unlimited

    Sometimes wealth is not just a privilege, but also a headache. This is the case with the heir to a large corporation, Daisuke Kanbe, a wealthy detective with an absolutely insane fortune and attitude. With his unlimited budget, he can afford almost anything to solve any crime, even if it means destroying half the city. However, not everything is so simple: his partner, Haru Kato, is not as wealthy, but is truly dedicated to truth and justice. This bright duo—a wealthy detective with unlimited resources and his modest but smart partner—stands in the way of the most tangled crimes, where money does not always solve everything. What secrets will they uncover, and will they be able to find a balance between money and justice?

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    Director: Tomohiko Ito
    Main roles: Yusuke Onuki, Mamoru Miyano, Yoko Hikasa, Akira Kamiya, Kentaro Kumagai
    Genre: mystery, adult characters, detective
    year: 2020
  • Kamonohashi Ron no Kindan Suiri 2nd Season

    Kamonohashi Ron no Kindan Suiri 2nd Season

    Ron Kamonohashi is a detective who knows no compromises. Together with his faithful assistant Totomaru Ishiki, he once again takes on the most tangled and tough investigations, where dishonest criminals cannot hide. In the new season, they face a series of brutal murders that seem to go beyond ordinary crimes. Each case becomes increasingly unpredictable, and the resolutions are increasingly shocking. However, among all the new crimes, an old, long-forgotten case is hidden, which influenced Ron's life. Who stood behind the unjust accusation that deprived him of his beloved work, and what secret does his past hide? The detectives are once again one step ahead, and this time they will not stop until they unravel all the mysteries and achieve justice.

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    Director: Shota Ibata
    Main roles: Yohei Azakami, Junya Enoki
    Genre: shonen, comedy, mystery, adult characters, detective
    year: 2024
  • ACCA: 13-ku Kansatsu-ka

    ACCA: 13-ku Kansatsu-ka

    In a world where power is concentrated in the hands of many small regional governments, ACCA—the central agency monitoring stability and order in the 13 districts of the kingdom—becomes the focus of everyone's attention. Jin, the chief inspector of ACCA, is a man with a unique ability to understand political and social intrigues. He decides to unravel the mysterious events that begin to threaten the peaceful life of the state. But behind each mysterious situation lies not only the personal interests of high-ranking figures but also someone's attempts to disrupt the balance of power. For Jin, this is not just an investigation—it's a chance to find out who is really behind everything and what secrets the districts hide. Politics, manipulations, intrigues—and all this in a world where every action can be decisive.

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    Director: Shingo Natsume
    Main roles: Hiro Shimono, Junichi Suwabe, Kendjiro Tsuda
    Genre: seinen, drama, mystery, adult characters, detective
    year: 2017
  • Mousou Dairinin

    Mousou Dairinin

    Tokyo is gripped by horror: an elusive criminal, a teenager on roller skates with a golden baseball bat, leaves a trail of victims. His first attack is on a young designer, Tsukiko Sagi, who ends up in the hospital after the horrifying attack. The police, trying to find traces of the 'Bat Boy,' cannot keep up with his movements, and the crimes continue. Each attack becomes increasingly mysterious and frightening: schoolchildren, artists, gamers, and even a group of suicidal individuals become his victims. Soon, scary legends about the Boy begin to circulate, his name whispered on the benches by the entrances. Who is he? Why do his victims include completely different people? Mysticism, passion, and mystery intertwine in this investigation that the police and agents are trying to solve, but finding answers becomes increasingly difficult.

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    Director: Satoshi Kon
    Main roles: Shozo Iizuka, Toshihiko Seki, Mamiko Noto, Ryuji Saiakchi, Kotono Mitsuishi
    Genre: avantgarde, drama, mystery, supernatural, thriller, adult characters, detective, psychological
    year: 2004
  • Id:Invaded

    Id:Invaded

    In a world where the police use the most advanced technologies to combat crime, every thought and action of people can be 'uncovered' with the help of a special device. At the center of the story is the police, using an unusual method of investigation that allows them to enter the 'consciousness' of criminals and explore their psyche to find a way to solve the case. Fujishima is a detective with a unique ability who uncovers the deepest corners of the criminal mind. But his new case with mysterious murders hides an even more terrifying secret that leads him to the very creation of the criminals. The hero faces the fact that what he once considered 'reality' may be just an illusion. Throughout the investigation, he must unravel not only the mysterious murders but also the very essence of the human mind.

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    Director: Ei Aoki
    Main roles: Ryota Takeuchi, Mao Ichimichi, Yoshimasa Hosoya, Kenjiro Tsuda, Junya Enoki
    Genre: mystery, fantasy, thriller, adult characters, detective, psychological
    year: 2020
  • Undead Girl Murder Farce

    Undead Girl Murder Farce

    The story transports us to an alternative 19th century, where demons were almost completely destroyed, and those who survived are now bound by treaties of peace, promising not to harm humanity. However, supernatural beings continue to evoke fear and contempt, considered a threat. In this world full of hidden conflicts, mysteries, and crimes, an unusual team of detectives takes center stage, consisting of Tsugaru Shinuchi, Ai Rindo, and Shizuku Hasei. These three can solve any mystery, but they are not without their own, often more dangerous, problems. Working in this tense atmosphere, they encounter cases that, for them, are just a game, while each of them pursues their own secret goals. However, their investigations intertwine with personal tragedies and temptations, forcing them to solve not only others' mysteries but also to confront the consequences of their own secrets.

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    Director: Mamoru Hatakeyama
    Main roles: Taku Yashiro, Tomoyo Kurosawa, Makoto Koichi, Sayumi Suzushiro, Shinichiro Miki, Masaki Aizawa
    Genre: fantasy, mystery, adult characters, detective, historical, urban fantasy, vampires
    year: 2023
  • Zankyou no Terror

    Zankyou no Terror

    At the center of the story is a group of young people who create a series of terrorist acts to draw attention to serious issues in society. Their actions put not only the police but also the entire country on edge. The main characters are two teenagers known by the pseudonyms 'Nine' and 'Twelve,' who, despite their brutality, hide a deeper despair and ideals behind their masks. Throughout the investigation into capturing these terrorists, we encounter moral dilemmas, complex characters, and questions that make us think about the nature of crime and justice. The mystical atmosphere and tense plot make this anime a detective story with a philosophical subtext.

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    Director: Shinichiro Watanabe
    Main roles: Kaito Ishikawa, Soma Saito, Atsumi Tanezaki, Shunsuke Sakuya, Keisuke Aigasa
    Genre: mystery, thriller, detective, psychological
    year: 2014
  • Meitantei Conan Movie 26: Kurogane no Submarine

    Meitantei Conan Movie 26: Kurogane no Submarine

    Conan, known for his genius in investigations, faces a new villain who plans a crime aboard a submarine. When a murder occurs on the military vessel, Conan and his friends find themselves entangled in a dangerous game where not only the lives of the crew but also the safety of the country are at stake. The mysteries and intrigues of the submarine, secrets from the past, and clever manipulations create the perfect backdrop for an investigation where every step could be decisive. Sherlock on water? Not quite, but the spirit of detective work is alive in every moment!

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    Director: Yuzuru Tachikawa
    Main roles: Minami Takayama, Megumi Hayashibara, Rikiya Koyama, Wakana Yamazaki, Chafurin
    Genre: shonen, action, mystery, detective
    year: 2023
  • Psycho-Pass

    Psycho-Pass

    In a world where justice is determined not by people but by a system, detectives work using technologies to determine threats in real time. The main heroine, Inspector Akane Tsunemori, faces a system that controls the 'psycho-pass' level of each person. This data determines who will be arrested or even killed. But when her partner, Inspector Shinya Kogami, breaks this system in pursuit of revenge, she must choose: follow the law or follow her inner sense of justice. This is not just a detective story, but a deep philosophical look at the future.

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    Director: Naoyoshi Shiotani, Katsuyuki Motohiro
    Main roles: Kana Hanazawa, Tomokazu Seki, Shizuka Ito, Kenjiro Tsuda, Kinryu Arimoto, Noriko Hidaka
    Genre: action, mystery, fantasy, thriller, adult characters, detective, psychological
    year: 2012-2013
  • Pluto

    Pluto

    In the near future, robots have become an integral part of society, living side by side with humans. Detective Gesicht is one such robot, a veteran of war, now working for the sake of order. However, when mysterious murders of humans and machines begin to occur in different parts of the world, he is tasked with finding the culprit. The clues lead to a mysterious entity named Pluto—a figure about whom it is not customary to speak aloud. Who is behind the series of brutal murders? Why does someone want to erase the best robots from the face of the Earth? In the search for answers, Gesicht is forced to confront not only his enemies but also his own thoughts about life, fate, and the freedom of the mind.

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    Director: Toshio Kawaguchi
    Main roles: Shinshu Fuji, Yoko Hikasa, Rachel Slotky, Yuki Hoshi, Kirk Thornton, Erika Schreder
    Genre: seinen, action, mystery, fantasy, thriller, detective, psychological
    year: 2023
  • Fuuto Tantei

    Fuuto Tantei

    The city of Fuuto is still not calm. Once, the heroes managed to destroy the organization 'Museum'—a criminal syndicate that produced 'Gaia Memories,' devices that turned people into deadly monsters called Dopants. It seemed that peace was restored... But not everything is so simple. Remaining examples of 'Gaia Memories' continue to fall into the wrong hands, and chaos and crime once again threaten the city. The detective agency 'Narumi' remains on guard for justice. Shotaro Hidari and his partner Philip investigate mysterious incidents involving Dopants, protecting Fuuto from a new wave of threats. They will have to unravel many more mysteries, face powerful enemies, and prove that their city is a place where good always triumphs over evil!

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    Director: Yosuke Kabashima
    Main roles: Yoshimasa Hosoya, Koki Uchiyama, Akira Sekine, Daisuke Ono, Mikako Komatsu
    Genre: seinen, action, mystery, supernatural, detective
    year: 2022
  • Cop Craft

    Cop Craft

    Fifteen years ago, a gateway to another world—Leto Semani, inhabited by fairies, monsters, and magical beings—opened in the Pacific Ocean. The city of San-Tereza, which grew on the border of the worlds, became home to millions of inhabitants from both sides of the portal. Here, everyone dreams of a better life, but along with hope, crime also thrives: drugs, contraband, murders... Detective Kei Matoba, a tough cop accustomed to relying on experience, weapons, and his own instincts, finds himself forced to work in tandem with Tilarna Exedilika—a young knight from Leto Semani, possessing magic and unyielding principles. They are different in everything: man and woman, realist and idealist, pragmatist and warrior of honor. However, now they must learn to trust each other, as the criminal world of San-Tereza never sleeps. Danger, chases, magic, and shootouts await them—in short, a real police case in the conditions of a new world!

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    Director: Shin Itagaki
    Main roles: Kenjiro Tsuda, Mayu Yoshioaka
    Genre: action, fantasy, mystery, fantasy, detective, urban fantasy
    year: 2019