IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo - Asian drama recommendation
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IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo(IQ246〜華麗なる事件簿〜)

2016Japan
Amateur Detective Male LeadDetective Female LeadDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Homonji Sharaku comes from a respected and scholarly noble lineage in Kita Kamakura, where the eldest sons have consistently possessed a remarkable IQ of 246 across generations. The current 89th head of the Homonji family is solely dedicated to acquiring knowledge. He often expresses his desire for a challenging case to solve, stating, "I have nothing to do." One day, Wato Soko, a detective from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, is unexpectedly assigned to the First Investigative Division. However, her task is not to investigate violent crimes but to protect Homonji. It appears that previous individuals assigned to this duty all resigned within a month.

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Kiina(キイナ )

2009Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Upon initial observation, Haruse Kiina appears to be an ordinary 29-year-old individual. Nevertheless, Kiina holds the position of leader within a unique investigative team known as "Beppan," focused on handling unusual cases. Utilizing an unconventional methodology for resolving crimes, she relies on her remarkable memory and keen powers of observation. Kiina becomes deeply engrossed in these investigations, often neglecting to eat or rest until the mysteries are unraveled.

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Tokyo Scarlet ~ Keishichou NS Kakari(東京スカーレット~警視庁NS係)

2014Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 71% similarity match.

The Tokyo governor is displeased with an article in an English magazine criticizing the lack of female top officials in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police, specifically in the Criminal Investigations Department. To improve this international perception, veteran female detective Demachi Izumi is appointed as the leader of the newly created NS Section within the First Investigative Division. But the narrative doesn't stop here,...

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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 4(緊急取調室 4)

2021Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 63% similarity match.

The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department has chosen to dissolve the special interrogation unit known as Kintori. The disbandment is set to take place within 100 days, by September 2021, although the Kintori members continue to fulfill their duties.

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Soil (2010)(ソイル)

2010Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

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SOIL takes place in a residential community where unusual events are occurring. A new detective named Onoda is assigned to the location, and together with police sergeant Yokoi, they work to solve the enigma surrounding the occurrences.

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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu(緊急取調室)

2014Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 63% similarity match.

Makabe Yukiko is a member of the #3 Special Investigation Team within the Metropolitan Police Department, known for her exceptional negotiation skills. During a bus hijacking incident, Yukiko's negotiation attempt fails due to unforeseen circumstances. Taking accountability for the outcome, she requests a transfer to the "Kintori" special interrogation team led by her boss, Kajiyama Katsutoshi. Despite a challenging history with Katsutoshi, Yukiko works alongside her colleagues Hishimoto Susumu, Nakata Zenjiro, and Koishikawa Haruo. Following a tragic incident where a police officer is killed by a can of cookies delivered to the police substation, detectives Watanabe Tetsuji and Kenmotsu Daijiro suspect renowned attorney Fujishiro, who specializes in miscarriage of justice cases. However, Fujishiro denies any involvement during questioning by the Kintori team. Meanwhile, a man confesses to causing an explosion at the police substation during this time.

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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 3(緊急取調室)

2019Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 63% similarity match.

Several months prior to the implementation of a new law mandating the recording of police interrogations, officers convene at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to undergo training on handling suspects with more care. During the training session, they witness Yukiko Makabe from the special interrogation team Kintori interrogating a suspect who displays no remorse. Makabe uses harsh language and exhibits disrespect towards the suspect. In response to her conduct, Councilor Reiko Kikuchi assigns Makabe to train new recruits. Meanwhile, Yuta Nomoto, who was sentenced to 12 years, manages to escape while being transported to prison. He later breaks into a residence and holds a housewife hostage.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 2(警視庁ゼロ係2警視庁ゼロ係~生活安全課なんでも相談室~SECOND SEASON)

2017Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationComedyLaw

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 60% similarity match.

The consultation office at Suginami Chuo Police Precinct is a unit that deals with individuals who have been dismissed due to causing disturbances in various locations. No matter how you look at it, zero multiplied by any number remains zero. This means that individuals who are deemed useless will continue to be so regardless of their numbers. Referred to as the "Zero Section," they are responsible for handling miscellaneous tasks such as bothersome notifications, trivial complaints, claims, and troublesome disputes. Within this section, inexperienced Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko, a police officer with a background in the National Research Institute of Police Science but lacks situational awareness, partners with skilled veteran detective Terada Torami, who was transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division for his history of causing trouble. Despite their conflicting views, they work together to tackle various cases and responsibilities alongside their less competent colleagues.

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Naniwa no Hana - Ogata Koan Jikencho(浪花の華〜緒方洪庵事件帳〜)

2009Japan
Amateur Detective Male LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryHistoricalStudent Male Lead

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Initially appearing timid, medical student Ogata Akira, later known as Ogata Koan, comes from a samurai lineage but does not possess the typical warrior mentality. Despite this, he collaborates with Sakon, a secretive young woman posing as a samurai and associated with an underground vigilante organization, to solve criminal cases.

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Keishichou Nasi Goreng ka(警視庁 ナシゴレン課)

2016Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Male Lead

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At the age of 25, Kazahaya Kyoko is named as the leader of an investigative unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department known as the Nasi Goreng Division. She takes a unique approach to investigations, preferring to conduct them entirely from within a room and rejecting the traditional legwork methods of the Showa era. Despite rarely leaving her room during investigations, Kyoko demonstrates exceptional insight and deductive abilities in solving challenging cases. The dynamic changes with the arrival of Ishinabe Kanta, a middle-aged man who has always dreamed of becoming a detective and is now assigned to the Nasi Goreng Division. Despite Ishinabe's enthusiasm and insistence on his legwork skills, Kyoko dismisses him as an unnecessary hot-blooded individual.

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Eye See: Shunkan Kioku Sosa Hiiragi Han(アイシー ~瞬間記憶捜査・柊班~)

2025Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Supporting CharacterDrama

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The narrative centers around a woman detective who possesses an exceptional talent for remembering details like a camera. Working with her eccentric team of investigators, she solves intricate cases while also grappling with a troubled past she longs to leave behind. (Fuji TV)

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Detective Mr. Lee(미스터리 형사)

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Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryActionDetective Male Lead

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A team of investigators dedicated to solving criminal cases.

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Zenigata Keibu Shinku no Sosa File(銭形警部 真紅の捜査ファイル)

2017Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

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Scheduled to be broadcast following the exclusive NTV program.

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Kyoto Kamogawa Higashisho Meikyuuka Omiyasan(京都鴨川東署迷宮課おみやさん)

2002Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

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Sakurasho no Onnatachi (2007)(警視庁捜査ファイル)

2007Japan
Detective Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

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"Sakurasho no Onnatachi" is a detective show that began as a standalone episode in September on TV Asahi's "Doyo Wide Gekijo" drama series. The team of female investigators is headed by Takashima Reiko, reprising her role from the original special. Toyota Maho, Mano Azusa, and Nakamura Tamao are also making a comeback, albeit with new character names.

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Jikken Keiji Totori(実験刑事トトリ)

2012Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Totori, a quirky ex-zoology scientist, transitions to a novice detective at 43 and teams up with a youthful detective known for their unwavering sense of justice. Despite their contrasting personalities, the duo collaborates to solve complex crimes, supporting each other along the way. (NHK)

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Shin Omiyasan(木曜ミステリー 新・おみやさん )

2012Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFormer Detective Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Torii Kanzaburo, also known as Omiyasan, is an ex-law enforcement officer specializing in resolving cold cases.

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Saikyou no Futari(最強のふたり〜京都府警 特別捜査班〜)

2015Japan
Detective Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Shinonome Jinpachi has rejoined the First Investigative Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police as a specially appointed detective. At the same time, Natsuki Asako, a team leader, has been newly assigned to the division. Despite working on the same cases, Shinonome and Asako employ vastly different investigative approaches. Shinonome relies on a network of information sources he has built over his years in the field, often gathering unconventional information unrelated to the case at hand. On the other hand, Asako is well-liked among her colleagues due to her frequent transfers between positions. She leverages these connections and uses her fresh perspective on investigations to tackle bold challenges. When these two methods intersect, the resulting investigations are anything but ordinary, uncovering unexpected truths ahead of the resolution.

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Cook Keibu no Bansankai(コック警部の晩餐会)

2016Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Male LeadFood

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Kokku Hoshimitsu, a seasoned inspector in the First Investigative Division, specializes in solving cases related to food. He firmly believes in the motto "the truth lies in what we eat" and is relentless in his pursuit of justice. He has no patience for criminals who indulge in their favorite meals without remorse after committing heinous crimes. To empathize with the victims, he meticulously reconstructs their last meals, using them as clues to crack the case. His partner, the aspiring detective Nanase Azumi, shares his passion for solving mysteries but struggles to keep up with his unconventional methods. Additionally, she must navigate the challenges of working alongside the demanding detective Nekota Norio.

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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 2(緊急取調室 2)

2017Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathDramaMurder

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Makabe Yukiko works as a detective within the First Investigative Division's Emergency Investigation Response Team, known as Kintori

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Chiisana Kyojin(小さな巨人)

2017Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

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Chief Kosaka from the No. 1 Investigative Enforcement Division is a skilled individual who has been considered a likely candidate for Superintendent in the future. Despite successfully resolving the third HQ incident this year, a mistake during the investigation led to his demotion to a different position. While he may have strayed from the path to advancement, his new colleagues are dedicated to resolving minor incidents in their own unique way, always upholding their own principles of justice. As Kosaka contemplates his role as a police officer and his personal beliefs about justice, he gains confidence in himself as he battles against wrongdoing.

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Zenigata Keibu Shikkoku no Hanzai Fairu(銭形警部 漆黒の犯罪ファイル)

2017Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

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SICK'S - Ha no Sho(SICK’S 覇乃抄)

2019Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Male LeadSupernatural

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SICK'S - Ka no Sho(SICK’S 厩乃抄)

2019Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Male LeadSupernatural

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Mei Tantei wa Kimida(名探偵は君だ)

2021Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryInvestigator Male Lead

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This new mystery drama offers viewers the chance to engage in deductive reasoning like a sleuth by analyzing different clues. Takahashi, the detective, takes on the challenge presented in a mysterious letter from a key figure in the case, portrayed by guest stars like Yuriyan Retriever and BOYS AND MEN. As the story unfolds, Takahashi unravels the mystery with the help of the audience.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikkacho Season 6(警視庁・捜査一課長season6)

2022Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

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Octo: Kanjo Sosakan Shinno Akari(オクトー ~感情捜査官 心野朱梨~)

2022Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadSupernaturalSupernatural PowerTeamwork

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Shinno Akari possesses a unique talent as a detective - she has the ability to perceive the eight human emotions in vibrant colors. When faced with a challenging case, she joins forces with Detective Kazehaya Ryo to uncover the hidden truths behind disturbing crimes.

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4 Shimai Tantei Dan(4姉妹探偵団)

2008Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFamilySisters' RelationshipSuspenseThriller

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a group of four detective siblings

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MONSTERS(モンスターズ)

2012Japan
Detective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Male LeadLocked Room MysterySmart Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Hiratsuka Heihachi is known for his boisterous and rude demeanor, yet he always wears a smile. He is an unconventional detective. In contrast, Saionji Kosuke comes from a wealthy background and is characterized by his strong sense of justice, innocence, and unwavering honesty. Saionji Kosuke is assigned to the prestigious #1 investigation team, a position he has always aspired to. However, his main responsibility is to keep an eye on Hiratsuka Heihachi. Despite being a solo act, Hiratsuka Heihachi consistently cracks his cases. His colleagues are intrigued by his methods, with some speculating that he possesses supernatural abilities. This is why Saionji is tasked with monitoring him. The secret to Hiratsuka's success lies in the fact that criminals fear him the most.

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Yokokuhan: The Pain(予告犯−THE PAIN−)

2015Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaJudge Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Eiji Sakuma serves as a judge and is the leader of a clandestine organization called Shinbunshi. This group convenes unofficial trials on an online platform and administers verdicts on accused individuals. Law enforcement officials, such as Erika Yoshino, strive to dismantle this group.

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Hello Harinezumi(ハロー張りネズミ)

2017Japan
Detective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaComedyDetective Agency SettingInvestigator Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Located in Shimo Akatsuka within Tokyo's Itabashi ward, the Akatsuka Detective Agency operates discreetly above a small snack shop owned by their landlord. Founded by the unconventional chief Kaze Kaoru and her two investigators, Goro and Gure, the agency specializes in handling unusual cases that others shy away from. Their guiding principle is to be both empathetic and intrusive, leading them to immerse themselves in peculiar situations with their clients. While they are sometimes driven by the prospect of selling a sensational story to the media, they also take on pro bono work. Despite their rough demeanor and constant struggle to make rent, the team always manages to find innovative solutions by approaching mysteries with passion, even when success is uncertain. Their ranks are later joined by Ranko, initially a client, as well as other companions they encounter on their adventures.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari(警視庁ゼロ係)

2016Japan
Detective Female LeadEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationComedyLawPolice Superintendent Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Superintendent Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko is an inexperienced career police officer with a limited ability to assess situations accurately. Following an incident, he was moved from the National Research Institute of Police Science at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to the newly established consultation office within the Community Safety Division of Suginami Chuo Police Precinct. This office is presented as a fresh approach to promptly address public feedback, but it actually serves as a repository for individuals who have caused trouble and been marginalized. Referred to as the "Zero Section" by precinct members, Kobayakawa's partner is the assertive and outspoken veteran detective Terada Torami. Despite their differences, the two, along with the unique members of the section, tackle challenging cases with determination.

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Reibai Tantei Jozuka Hisui(霊媒探偵・城塚翡翠)

2022Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationFantasyPsychic Female LeadSupernatural

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Jozuka Hisui possesses a unique talent for identifying murderers and communicating with spirits. Unfortunately, she is unable to report her findings to the police, as they would not believe her and her ability cannot be used as legal evidence. Consequently, she leads a solitary life. However, her path crosses with mystery writer Kogetsu Shiro, who assists the police in solving cases. Together, Jozuka Hisui and Kogetsu Shiro collaborate to crack mysterious cases.

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Invert: Jozuka Hisui Toujoshu(invert 城塚翡翠 倒叙集)

2022Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationFantasyPsychic Female LeadSupernatural

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Female Lead, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Jozuka Hisui, a psychic endowed with emerald eyes, possesses the unique gift of sensing spirits and resurrecting the deceased. Teaming up with Chiwasaki Makoto, her partner, Hisui diligently operates as a "medium detective," unraveling mysteries and apprehending perpetrators who believe their schemes and alibis are foolproof. This narrative is derived from the book "Invert: Jozuka Hisui Toujoshu" penned by Aizawa Sako.

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TOP Secret (2017)(機密訊號)

2017Taiwan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryCrimeInvestigator Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

After a classified program is exposed, investigator Huang Zi Rong is tasked with locating it and preventing it from falling into the wrong hands. During his search for the leak, he encounters Li Juan, an ordinary woman. Although she is released due to a lack of evidence, she is later found dead, suspected to have taken her own life. Police officer Jiang Zheng Da notices Huang Zi Rong near the crime scene and grows wary of him, but the situation becomes more complicated when Li Juan's roommates are targeted for something she left behind. Jiang Zheng Da is forced to collaborate with Huang Zi Rong in order to uncover the truth and apprehend the perpetrator.

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 5(警視庁・捜査一課長season5)

2021Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

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Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei(帰ってこさせられた33分探偵)

2009Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyInvestigator Male Lead

Like IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Rokuro Kurama is a fan of detective stories and mysteries, as well as a private investigator. In every installment, he aims to crack a straightforward case in under 33 minutes. However, due to his lack of sharpness, Rokuro Kurama frequently makes errors.

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Ranpo R(乱歩R)

2004Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryInvestigator Male LeadPsychological

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The story follows Akechi Kogoro, who comes from a long line of renowned detectives. Despite inheriting his grandfather's sharp deductive skills, Akechi is portrayed as timid and somewhat cowardly, adding a relatable aspect to his character as a detective. Despite his reluctance, Akechi always finds himself confronting criminals and solving cases. (YTV) Based on a novel by Edogawa Ranpo.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari(警視庁捜査一課9係)

2006Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

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Kano Rintaro, known as the most unconventional head of a department in the initial division of criminal investigation, strongly dislikes overly elaborate investigation meetings. He delegates the primary investigation tasks to his team members, and occasionally shows up at the crime scene without wearing a tie, actions that may appear enigmatic at first glance. In the detective room of the ninth sub-division, he organizes receipts and prepares his own meals, seemingly indifferent to others. Rumor has it that new detectives under his supervision rarely stay for more than six months.

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33pun Tantei(33分探偵)

2008Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyInvestigator Male Lead

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Kurama Rokuro works as a private investigator who has a passion for detective stories and mysteries. Despite his belief in ghosts and UFOs, he has a strong aversion to blood and corpses. Although he possesses keen insight and a vivid imagination, his conclusions are often based on speculation. In cases where he wrongly accuses individuals, he makes amends by sending them a gift along with an apology. His goal is to solve a seemingly simple case within a limited timeframe of 33 minutes, despite it being typically solvable within 5 minutes. His unconventional theories and ideas lead to a higher number of potential suspects and his unconventional reasoning often complicates matters. Will he ultimately be able to uncover the true culprit? - Fuji TV

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7 Mannin Tantei Nitobe(7万人探偵ニトベ)

2009Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadComedy

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Nitobe Tsugumi is known as the "70,000 People Detective" because she has a network of 70,000 friends online who help her solve challenging cases using their collective brain power. (DramaWiki)

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Keiji Teinen(刑事定年)

2010Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadDrama

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Kodomo Keisatsu(コドモ警察)

2012Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

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A veteran detective in his middle years working in the special investigation division of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police Department undergoes a transformation where his body regresses to that of a child after inhaling a unique gas while pursuing the notorious criminal organization known as Red Venus. (TokyoHive)

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Tagarin(タガーリン)

2013Japan
Detective Female LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMysteryComedyDetective Male Lead

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Chihiro requested assistance from Ohta, a detective from the same station, to collaborate on a re-examination of the case. Initially hesitant, Ohta's interest was piqued when Chihiro suggested interviewing high school girls together. He ultimately agreed to join the secretive investigation. There is a rumor circulating about the enigmatic incident that watching the DVD titled "Curse" will result in death. Will these two be able to crack the case?

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 9(警視庁捜査一課9係 9)

2014Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

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Before becoming police officers, each member of the Ninth Section in the First Investigative Division faces personal challenges and difficulties. Despite their conflicting personalities, they are bound by a shared commitment to justice. While they may seem disorganized, they all dedicate themselves to capturing criminals and solving complex cases.

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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 10(警視庁捜査一課9係)

2015Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

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The unique detectives come together under the leadership of the division head, who may be underestimated but is actually very clever

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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 2(警視庁・捜査一課長シーズン2)

2017Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadDrama

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Crazy Rain(クレイジーレイン)

2020Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadDrama

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During a stormy night, four investigators convene at the residence where a homicide took place. Iguchi, known for his amiable demeanor, Watanabe burdened by gambling debts, the lackadaisical Imae, and the stern Kiyota are tasked with monitoring the house. As the night progresses, the detectives' dark pasts and secrets begin to unravel. The question remains: which of them will make it out alive?

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Sommelier wa Meitantei(ソムリエは迷探偵)

2021Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Follow-up series to Chef wa Meitantei.

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Chen Tan Wu Yv(偵探物語)

2005Taiwan
Amateur Detective Male LeadDetective FictionInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A MangaNice Male Lead

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Fan Zhi Wei decided to change careers from being a paparazzo after discovering a negative aspect of his favorite female star. He then applied for a job at the "Aka Detective Agency" for a fresh start. Despite initial hesitation from the stylish yet lazy president, Xiang Lu, Zhi Wei's determination eventually wins her over. With the help of the friendly senior detective, Lao Hui, they work together under Xiang Lu's guidance to solve various unusual cases.

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Shissonin Sosaku Han: Kieta Shinjitsu(失踪人捜索班 消えた真実)

2025Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadTeamwork

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Kinosaki Tatsuhiko, a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, worked alongside his partner Sasazuka Shinpei as the top buddy team known for their impressive arrest record. However, one fateful day, Kinosaki's cherished wife, Keiko, vanished without a trace. Shortly after, the body of a freelance journalist, who had been a mentor to Keiko, was discovered, leading Kinosaki to suspect that his wife was somehow connected to the case. Despite his concerns, the police chose not to pursue the investigation, and Kinosaki was taken off the case. Frustrated by the police's baffling inaction, Kinosaki decided to resign and launched the "Missing Persons Search Team," a private detective agency focused on locating missing individuals, with the goal of finding Keiko himself. With the assistance of an eclectic group of specialists and his loyal partner Sasazuka, Kinosaki began to uncover the "hidden truths" surrounding disappearances, revealing a significant darkness within society.