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Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

Former police officer turned mystery author, Han Bing, discovered a disturbing pattern as his high school classmates began to die in the same manner as the characters in his novels. With suspicions mounting, Han Bing delved deeper into uncovering the dark secrets lurking behind the scenes.

The lifeless body of a woman is discovered wrapped in a beige sheet and suspended from the roof of a dilapidated apartment building. A note claiming responsibility for the act is attached to the sheet, stating, "Today, I caught a frog and experimented with a bagworm." This peculiar incident captures the attention of the media. Kotegawa Kazuya, a rookie detective, and the experienced Watase from the Saitama Prefectural Police's First Investigation Division are assigned to the case. Criminal psychiatry expert Omaezaki Munetaka notes the immaturity of the crime and suggests it may lead to more murders. As Kotegawa and Watase search for the perpetrator, another killing occurs, with a mutilated body found in a car trunk at a scrapyard. A similar message is left behind, instilling fear and confusion among the public. Can Kotegawa and Watase uncover the identity of the elusive "Frog Man" and bring him to justice?

Kaburagi Keiichi was taken into custody on suspicion of murder and given the death penalty. He managed to escape from prison during transport, but instead of fleeing, he helped the individuals he encountered in his hiding spot. As these individuals discovered Kaburagi's identity as a death row escapee, they questioned whether he was truly a killer.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

Tanuma Yuriko is a homemaker residing with her spouse Kazuo, their two kids, and mother-in-law Hatsue. When Saori, the spouse of Kazuo's friend Kusumoto Masafumi, is found murdered, Kazuo admits to having an affair with her. Yuriko suspects him of being responsible for Saori's death. Despite Kazuo's attempt to turn himself in to the authorities, Yuriko stops him, choosing to conceal his crime to maintain their family's tranquility. As Yuriko grapples with the situation, a newfound determination to protect her family emerges within her.

A group of women who once shared a dormitory together are now in their thirties, facing challenges in their personal lives, careers, and marriages. An unexpected reunion brings them back together, but they soon realize that there are hidden complexities among them. The host of the gathering, Lin Ji (played by Fan Shiqi), receives a video from 15 years ago that belonged to their former roommate, Jiang Yuanyuan, who tragically took her own life that summer. In the video, Jiang mentions feeling betrayed by a close friend. The incident continues to haunt the women, especially when Lin Ji brings up Jiang's death during the reunion. As they try to leave, they discover that the door has been locked from the outside. The mystery of what truly happened that fateful summer and why Jiang Yuanyuan died unfolds as the night progresses.

Editor Shitara Mari learns that Miwa Yoshio, her ex-boyfriend whom she broke up with following an argument six months ago, has tragically taken his own life. Yoshio was in a relationship with Miyamura Megumi, whom he met on a dating website. Megumi is facing allegations of killing several men after deceiving them with promises of marriage. Mari decides to attend Megumi's trial in order to investigate further. She embarks on a journey to the island where Megumi was born, accompanied by sports journalist Kitano Kengo.

Saionji Hajime is employed by the affluent Ijuuin family and graduated as the top student from a prestigious butler academy in London. He excels in housekeeping, mansion management, martial arts, and possesses a wide range of knowledge in various subjects such as science and history. Saionji has built a strong bond of trust with Yuriko, the widow of the Ijuuin family patriarch. He is known for following Yuriko's requests and taking on challenging investigations independently. Despite being primarily a butler, Saionji has proven his investigative skills by successfully solving complex mysteries using his expertise and abilities.

Season 6 follows the ongoing saga of the Special Investigation Team as they face internal conflicts while striving to uphold justice. By approaching cases from various angles, viewers can look forward to the team's lively and thorough investigations.

The Special Investigation Unit is comprised of team leader Kunikida Seiji and members Asawa Naoki, Komiyama Shiho, Aoyagi Yasushi, Yazawa Hideaki, Shindo Ryo, and Takao Yuma, all possessing distinct personalities. Despite their differences in age, career paths, personal lives, investigative perspectives, and work methods, they manage to work together due to the trust they have developed over time. While conflicts arise regularly, they are able to acknowledge their varying opinions and collaborate effectively. Additionally, the crimes they tackle are evolving with the changing times. The upcoming season will feature cases that mirror the present world and delve into the human dramas faced by the detectives as they strive to solve them in each episode.

Asawa Naoki, now a team leader engaged in "management training," encounters Kondo Yukio, a detective also in training. Kunikida Seiji, who was also there, mentions that Kondo serves as the section chief for Special Investigation Division 6. Despite both holding leadership roles, their personalities vastly differ from Naoki's. At that moment, the phones belonging to Naoki, Murase Shiho, Aoyagi Yasushi, Yazawa Hideaki, and Takao Yuma begin to ring simultaneously. A woman's body, stabbed and found on a bench in a park beneath a Ferris wheel, clutches a bouquet of wilted roses to her chest. From the call logs and messaging applications on their devices, four suspicious individuals are identified, prompting the other detectives, excluding Naoki, to pursue the suspects.

The television series is inspired by the popular novel "Yako Kanransha" by Minato Kanae, focusing on two households located in a prestigious neighborhood. In the midst of luxurious residences, the modest Endo family resides in a small but cherished home. Across from them live the affluent Takahashi family, known for their successful doctor father and three talented children. When Takahashi Hiroyuki is discovered murdered, the police suspect the killer may be someone familiar to the family.

Urashima Eiji may seem like a typical college student, but he harbors a dark secret - he is the offspring of a well-known serial killer. Troubled by his father's ongoing gruesome activities, Eiji struggles with memory lapses, afraid that he may have inherited his father's sinister tendencies. When a murder occurs that resembles his father's modus operandi, Eiji partners with the victim's companion, Nami, to uncover the truth and prevent further tragedy. Driven by a haunting question, Eiji wonders if he is destined to follow in his father's footsteps.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods of analyzing evidence and identifying suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Mariko Sakaki, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

Upon awakening in a mysterious building, seven individuals are informed via computer that a murderer is among them. They must determine the killer's identity to avoid being the next victim. Meanwhile, another group of seven is locked away in a separate location with a hidden killer of their own. The computer sets the rules for the game: correctly guess the killers in both groups to win 10 million yen and freedom. However, guessing incorrectly results in execution, being murdered before guessing leads to failure, and unforeseen events can halt the game. If the other group identifies the killers first, everyone will be killed. Can they uncover the killer in time and trust the information provided by the other group? Survival hinges on their ability to work together and solve the deadly mystery.

The doctor Iwamori Akira's wife Hitomi has disappeared, prompting him to travel to her hometown of Uzukawa Village with their daughter Aiko in search of her. As they stay in the village, a heavy rainstorm isolates the area and a young individual is murdered. Tensions rise within the village as a power struggle within a prominent family and the growing divide between the youth and adults come to a head. The village faces a looming crisis as distrust and unease spread. Can Iwamori reconcile with his family and confront his own past amidst the escalating turmoil? (Wowow/Jdramaswordpress)

Alex was a regular guy who tied the knot with his spouse and enjoyed a good life

Yoshinaga Seiichi works as a detective at the Kanagawa-ken Police Department, where his dedication to his work extends beyond solving crime cases to assisting those in need. Joining him as his new colleague is Kagami Shinichi, and their first assignment together involves investigating the discovery of a deceased woman in a basement carpark.

Makita Hikari serves as a police officer known for her sincere nature and trusting demeanor towards others. Despite her genuine personality, she often falls victim to deception by suspects, leading her to be reassigned to a mundane role in the cold case resource room. One day, an enigmatic individual named Chajima Ryunosuke emerges and introduces Hikari to the newly established Cold Case Anonymous Investigation Unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. This unit focuses on resolving unsolved cases by granting leniency to suspects in exchange for information on the main perpetrators. Interestingly, Ryunosuke Chajima himself is a cunning lawyer, and his reasons for joining the Cold Case Anonymous Investigation Unit remain a mystery.

A group of eight individuals burdened with significant debts find themselves in a dire situation with no way out. They receive an invitation from Ninomiya, a mysterious individual working for Mr. X, to participate in a risky "lottery game" at an abandoned hotel. The game puts both their lives and finances on the line. Who is Mr. X and what is the true intention behind this deadly game?

Six months prior to the occupation incident, Koichi is on a mission to uncover the hidden truths of Kaiseido Hospital. In the midst of their investigation, Koichi and Sagami break into Tajima Design Office, the architectural firm behind the hospital's design. Their goal is to retrieve blueprint data, but their plans are disrupted when three employees and a security guard unexpectedly appear. It appears that the police had been informed about the break-in and summoned the employees to provide information. However, as everyone boards the elevator, it suddenly stops and a mysterious gas is released, causing them to lose consciousness. Upon regaining consciousness, they are informed via a mysterious voice that the employees have been fitted with a deadly device around their necks and injected with poison. The voice then issues a chilling ultimatum: in order to escape the elevator alive, they must uncover the identity of the killer among them.

The First Personnel Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department is a specialized team tasked with conducting inspections to uncover misconduct among the large workforce of over 40,000 personnel in the police department. Simply being under inspection can potentially ruin a police officer's career. Inspectors like Sara Masaki are known as the police within the police, carrying out their duties in solitude. After two years, Sara stumbles upon a conspiracy that will have far-reaching implications for the entire police organization.

Heo Joon (Yoon Tae Young) works as a physician. His spouse was murdered by an unknown assailant right before his eyes. Following the tragic incident, he resigned from his position at a university hospital and is on a quest to find his wife’s murderer. To aid in his pursuit, he establishes a clandestine clinic that operates at night. Hong Na Kyung (Ryu Hyun Kyung) serves as a surgeon at Heo Joon’s clinic. [koreandrama.org]

Derived from the book "Rendezvous in Black" written by Cornell Woolrich.

Suzukura Mana is an aspiring fashion designer working at an apparel company. She has diligently served as an assistant and is on the verge of realizing her dream of debuting as a designer. However, Mana harbors a dark secret that she cannot share with anyone: she killed her husband, who subjected her to daily abuse, to secure the tranquil life she currently enjoys. Suddenly, her supposedly dead husband reappears before her, devoid of any memory of the past, and they find themselves living together. As Mana spends time with her "deceased husband," she discovers a gentler side of him that she had never experienced before. Yet, a startling revelation soon comes to light.

Masaki Yuichi is employed as a detective at a legal office. Previously, he served as a personal assistant to a government official, but he struggled with his participation in an illicit fund and coped with the tragic loss of his daughter. His daughter's passing inflicted a profound emotional wound and remorse upon him, which he has yet to overcome. One day, a young woman named Mochizuki Maki seeks assistance from the law firm to locate her relatives. Maki was separated from her parents as a baby and was raised in an orphanage. Together, Yuichi and Maki travel to the town where she lived with her family in the past. They discover that the town had a history of a boy being abducted and killed. Could this incident be connected to the disappearance of Maki Mochizuki's family?

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods to analyze evidence and identify potential suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Mariko Sakaki, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges in overcoming stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

With the increasing sophistication of criminals and complexity of crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced scientific methods to analyze evidence and identify suspects. Forensics laboratories play a crucial role in this process. Sakaki Mariko, a skilled forensics scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods for analyzing evidence and identifying suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Sasaki Mariko, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges including stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is increasingly relying on faster and more scientific methods to analyze evidence and identify suspects. Forensic laboratories play a crucial role in this process. Mariko Sakaki, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives. (KIKU-TV)

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods for analyzing evidence and identifying suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Sasaki Mariko, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

With the increase in criminals' sophistication and the complexity of crimes, law enforcement is relying on faster and more advanced methods to analyze evidence and identify suspects. Forensics laboratories play a crucial role in this process. Sakaki Mariko, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives. (KIKU-TV)

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more scientific methods to analyze evidence and identify potential suspects. Forensic laboratories play a crucial role in this process. One such talented forensic scientist is Sakaki Mariko, who faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

With the increasing sophistication of criminals and complexity of crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize quicker and more advanced methods for analyzing clues and identifying suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Sasaki Mariko, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives. (KIKU-TV)

Oda Naomi had dreams of working as a curator in an art gallery, but she currently holds a position at a department store where she caters to VIP clients. Despite her job, she is dissatisfied with her current situation. One day, her college friend, Hattori Kanako, pays her a visit at her apartment and reveals that she is being physically abused by her husband, Tatsuro, who is a high-ranking employee at a bank. Kanako is hesitant to leave her husband out of fear for her life, as he becomes violent when under stress. When Naomi spots a Chinese stowaway who bears a striking resemblance to Kanako's husband, she devises a plan to eliminate him. With Kanako's cooperation, they put their plan into action.

While vacationing in Australia, Doctor Dai Huan is accompanied by his wife, Doctor Tao Lu, son, and father-in-law. Upon arriving at their hotel room, he is shocked to find a mysterious box containing a loaded gun, a photo of a stranger, and instructions to carry out a murder. It becomes clear that Doctor Huan has been targeted by a secretive group called The Watchers, forcing him to participate in a deadly game where he must complete the task within a certain time frame to ensure the safety of his family. This storyline is a remake of the American TV series "Chosen" from 2013.

In 2008, there was a tragic incident involving the death of Sudo Isao, a dealer of pre-owned cars, in Shizuoka Prefecture. Detective Kusaka Satoru, working at Susuno Precinct of the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, begins investigating Sudo's background. Through his investigation, Kusaka discovers that Sudo had a son named Obata Mamoru from a previous marriage, who was tragically killed in a kidnapping case in Shizuoka back in 1974. In 1988, a special task force was established by the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, led by police chief Hashibami Yasuhide, just before the statute of limitations on the kidnapping case expired. Shigeto Seiichiro, a non-career officer who had risen to the position of superintendent, was appointed as the director of this task force, which consisted of six skilled detectives, to re-investigate the case. Kusaka is puzzled as to why Sudo, who had been living in Tokyo for over two decades following his son's death, was murdered in Shizuoka Prefecture. He believes that revisiting the kidnapping and murder of Sudo's son will bring clarity to the current case. Kusaka seeks help from Shigeto, who had left the police force long ago, and together they reach out to Mamoru's mother, Saeko, and her sister, Rie, as they get closer to uncovering the true culprit.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

Zhang Yan is a young aspiring writer who yearns to achieve fame as a novelist. Despite facing rejection from both major publishing companies and small online platforms, he remains dedicated to his literary pursuits. The only source of comfort in his difficult journey is his loyal girlfriend Yinxia. Zhang Yan constantly fears the day when Yinxia may decide to leave him. One day, he stumbles upon a gripping autobiographical suspense novel on a website, which he cannot find anywhere else online. Unable to resist the temptation, Zhang Yan claims the novel as his own and it unexpectedly becomes a success. However, his girlfriend Yinxia decides to end their relationship as she cannot support the success of a stolen work. With a taste of fame and fortune, Zhang Yan becomes consumed by ambition and no longer desires his previous life of poverty.

This tale follows a young detective and a seasoned detective who hold contrasting values, as they strive to maintain their professional integrity. Keigo is partnered with Umeki, an adept but obstinate detective on the verge of retiring. The story unfolds as the young detective navigates his career while clashing with Umeki, questioning whether to show compassion towards criminals or to treat them with animosity.

Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

At Tamagawa Police Station, a major incident occurred where an unidentified individual murdered a family of four. The estimated time of the crime was between 10:30 p.m. on January 3 and 12:30 a.m. on January 4, 2003. In response, a specialized task force consisting of skilled officers from various stations was promptly assembled. Among the detectives from Tamagawa Station assigned to the team was a young and unremarkable officer named Ichiro. However, shortly after joining the team, Ichiro was removed from the case, supposedly due to his unauthorized investigation into another matter against the directives of his superiors.

The television series consists of four episodes, each adapted from short stories written by mystery author Yokoyama Hideo. Every episode features a unique murder mystery plot. The episodes are titled as follows: Episode 1 - Overdo / Fukaoi, Episode 2 - Takeover / Hikitsugi, Episode 3 - Lockout / Shimedashi, and Episode 4 - Revenge / Shikaeshi.

An elite high school is taken over by an armed group, leading a group of students to search for 2,000 hidden puzzle pieces within the school in a time frame of 48 hours.