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Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito(視覚探偵 日暮旅人)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationChild Female LeadComedyDetective FictionDisabilityEccentric Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

The plot of this series revolves around the connection between Tabito Higurashi and Yoko Yamakawa, uncovering mysteries such as the tragic event that affected Tabito Higurashi two decades ago. This adaptation is based on the novel "Tantei Higurashi Tabito no Sagashimono" written by Kozaburo Yamaguchi.

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

2009Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 55% 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.

Recommendation: 33pun Tantei similar to Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito
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33pun Tantei(33分探偵)

2008Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 55% similarity match.

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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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5(警視庁ゼロ係SEASON5)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 55% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hello Harinezumi similar to Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito
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Hello Harinezumi(ハロー張りネズミ)

2017Japan
ComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaDetective Agency Setting

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 54% 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 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
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadLaw

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 54% 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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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 4(警視庁ゼロ係〜生活安全課なんでも相談室〜SEASON4)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Me no Kabe (2022)(眼の壁)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In 1990, Hagizaki Tatsuo, the head of the accounting department at Ukishima Electric Works, was busy working on securing a loan with Sekino, the company's general manager. Unfortunately, just as they were close to finalizing the loan, Sekino was implicated in a 200 million yen fraud and disappeared with the money. The company chose to conceal the incident to safeguard its reputation, but Hagizaki was determined to uncover the truth with the assistance of his journalist friend, Muraki. As Hagizaki delved deeper into the investigation, he realized the situation was more complex than he initially thought. His path crossed with Uezaki Etsuko, a captivating woman whom he believed held the key to unraveling the entire mystery. (DramaWiki)

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Meitantei no Okite(名探偵の掟)

2009Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryBreaking The Fourth WallDetective Male LeadLocked Room MysteryParody

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 47% similarity match.

The initial text is a brief compilation of mystery stories that humorously tackles common themes in the genre. Matsuda portrays the role of renowned investigator Tenkaichi Daigoro, with Kashii Yu appearing as a new police officer. (Tokyograph)

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Bokura Playboys Jyukuren Tanteisha(僕らプレイボーイズ 熟年探偵社)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDetective Agency SettingFamily

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

In the Playboys Private Detective Agency, the team consists of mature men over the age of 55 with diverse past experiences such as a previous taxi driver, doctor, and former Olympic athlete. The director is the sole member with a background in detective work. - Taken from the book "Return of the Investigator" by Fujita Yoshinaga.

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SICK'S - Ha no Sho(SICK’S 覇乃抄)

2019Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalDetective Female LeadDetective Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 46% similarity match.

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SICK'S - Ka no Sho(SICK’S 厩乃抄)

2019Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalDetective Female LeadDetective Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 46% similarity match.

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Detective Alice(수사관 앨리스)

2015South Korea
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryInvestigator Female LeadWeb Series

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Cheon Yeon Ju is a young woman dedicated to solving criminal cases

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 3(警視庁ゼロ係 ~生活安全課なんでも相談室~ THIRD SEASON)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

The "Everything Else" department at Suginami Chuo Police Precinct deals with individuals who have been dismissed due to causing issues in different locations. Referred to as the "Zero Division," they handle various tasks such as minor notifications, complaints, claims, and disputes. In this section, inexperienced Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko, a former police officer from the National Research Institute of Police Science, partners with skilled detective Terada Torami, who was transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division for his troublesome behavior. Despite their differences, they work together with their colleagues on a variety of cases and responsibilities.

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Asadora Satsujin Jiken(朝ドラ殺人事件)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 45% similarity match.

Niimi Miho, a member of the NHK drama team, stumbled upon a daruma doll on the set one day. She was then tasked with removing it from the filming location.

Recommendation: Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2 similar to Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito
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Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2( 都市伝説の女 2)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 45% similarity match.

"Toshi Densetsu no Onna" is a comedic mystery series that follows the story of Otonashi Tsukiko, a gorgeous female detective with a fascination for urban myths. Through her unique perspective and charm, she solves a variety of cold cases that have connections to these legends. In the upcoming sequel, Tsukiko returns to Japan from her trip to New York and becomes a member of the newly established "Unscientific Incident Investigation Unit" within the Metropolitan Police Department. The first episode will explore an urban legend linked to Mount Fuji.

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Mei Tantei wa Kimida(名探偵は君だ)

2021Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

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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Akutotachi wa Senri o Hashiru(悪党たちは千里を走る)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Takasugi Atsuro used to work as a drama director at a production company until his boss stole his proposal and belittled him, leading him to quit in anger despite being in debt. Together with his broke assistant director Sonobe Yuto, they hatch a plan to kidnap a wealthy family's dog. However, their scheme is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a mysterious woman named Mikami Natsuko and the child of the targeted family, Shibui Takumi. Takumi proposes that they should kidnap him instead. Later that night, a man claiming to be John Lennon calls and accuses Takasugi of kidnapping Takumi. The true motive behind this mysterious turn of events remains unclear.

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Watashi no Kirai na Tantei( 私の嫌いな探偵 )

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadEpisodic FormatStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Akemi Ninomiya, a dedicated enthusiast of mysteries, may be a young college student, but she is affluent and possesses a building. Private Investigator Morio Ukai specializes in locating missing pets for affluent customers, rather than low-paying murder cases. Together, they collaborate to unravel a series of dubious mysteries. (

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Tantei Kazoku(探偵家族)

2002Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryBusinessFamilyInvestigator Female Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

According to an old saying, the first generation establishes a business while the second generation may lead to its downfall. After the Tanaka Family's father, who worked as a private investigator, passes away, the eldest daughter Sayuri must determine the fate of the family detective agency. With her younger siblings showing no interest in continuing the business, Sayuri is on the verge of closing it down until her long-lost elder brother, Ichiro, makes a return. Despite now being a struggling single father working as a truck driver, Ichiro decides to take over the business and uphold the family legacy, despite having minimal experience aside from childhood games of cops and robbers. As the new "president" of the agency, Ichiro moves back into the family home after many years away. Can the Tanaka Clan revive the business together, or does Ichiro have different intentions for the company? (NTV)

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MONSTERS(モンスターズ)

2012Japan
ComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadLocked Room MysterySmart Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% 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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Keishicho Zero Gakari(警視庁ゼロ係)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadLawPolice Superintendent Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% 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
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalDetective Female LeadFantasyPsychic Female Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 43% 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
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalDetective Female LeadFantasyPsychic Female Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 43% 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 FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrime

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% 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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Ranpo R(乱歩R)

2004Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryPsychological

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

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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7 Mannin Tantei Nitobe(7万人探偵ニトベ)

2009Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Female Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

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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Last Mail 2(ラストメール2)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalDrama

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 42% similarity match.

After his grandfather's death, Kazuki Yamada reluctantly takes on a position at a company called "In any case, we'll handle it," where he fulfills various tasks for temporary employees. When he receives a text message from an unknown sender asking him to "make everyone smile for me," he mistakenly believes it is a job request. Upon arriving, he realizes the situation is not what he anticipated. Teaming up with his childhood friend and colleague, Shizuka Hasegawa, they work together to fulfill the final wishes of deceased individuals.

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The Last Cop Season 2(ラストコップ 2)

2016Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

In June 2015, Kyogoku suddenly awoke from a 30-year coma following an accident during an investigation

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Mousou Sousa(妄想捜査)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

Kuwagata Koichi works as an associate professor in the Department of Literature at a lesser-known university. Despite being labeled as a skilled detective by society, he doesn't possess the typical qualities of a famous figure. While he may seem calm and composed on the outside, he harbors intense emotions within. Praise lifts his spirits, while criticism brings him down. His unconventional behavior attracts a series of challenges and mishaps, leading to a life filled with setbacks. However, he decides to turn over a new leaf, leaving behind his troubled past and embracing a more stylish lifestyle by tackling crises effortlessly in his role at the university. He tackles difficult problems with his ever-evolving creative ideas. His only confidante in his unconventional thought process is Shinno Hitomi, a sophomore studying literature at the university.

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Shin Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi(新・刑事吉永誠一)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

Yoshinaga Seiichi serves as a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police. He firmly believes that every case can be solved and never gives up on his investigations. His partner, Kagami Kiichi, is the son of Takashi, a renowned detective in the same police force. Kujo Kazumai, a police officer with a degree from Tokyo University, joins the First Investigative Division not as Director as originally planned, but as a detective in the field due to his own request.

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Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!!(保育探偵25時~花咲慎一郎は眠れない!!~)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

Shinichiro Hanasaki used to work as a detective for the police department, but now he runs a nursery called "Smiling Garden." In order to assist underprivileged families and single parents by offering affordable childcare, he operates on a very tight budget. To generate extra income, he decides to open a private detective agency at night. This storyline is based on the novel series "Hanasaki Shinichiro" by Shibata Yoshiki.

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Shinigami San(死神さん)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMysteryBreaking The Fourth WallBuddy CopCrimeDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadFormer Detective Male Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 41% similarity match.

Kennin Gido works as a detective in a unique unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Tasked with re-examining cases that resulted in not-guilty verdicts, he meticulously reviews testimonies and evidence to uncover the true culprits. Known as "Shinigami" ("Grim Reaper") by his peers, Kennin Gido operates solo in this division.

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Shinigami San Season 2(死神さん 2)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryBlack ComedyBuddy CopCorruptionCrimeEpisodic FormatWeb Series

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 41% similarity match.

Based on Okura Takahiro's novel "Shinigami (Deka)" ( ( )).

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Keishicho Ikimono Gakari(警視庁いきもの係)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAnimalDetective Male LeadDramaPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

Sudo Tomozo is a detective who is reassigned to a unit that looks after animals belonging to suspects or missing persons after being removed from investigative duties following an incident. Usuki Keiko, a fellow police officer in the same division, harbors a greater affection for animals than for humans. Keiko utilizes clues gathered from animals found at crime scenes to draw conclusions. Together, Tomozo and Keiko collaborate to solve various cases.

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Yappari Oshii Keiji(やっぱりおしい刑事)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadDramaNice Male LeadPolice Procedural

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Seiyu Tantei(声優探偵)

2021Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDeathMurderVoice ActingVoice Actor Male Lead

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In this story, Osamu Sawashiro transitions from being a voice actor to working as a detective following a particular event. Using his unique skill of "perfect pitch," he delves into the truth behind the incident. Teaming up with new detective Kaoru Toru and the enigmatic Bainora, they crack the case by utilizing the victim's final words, known as the "Dying Voice." This comedic mystery features voice actors portraying the victims, adding to the suspense of the crime scene reenactments during the detective's deductions.

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Detective Alice Season 2(수사관 앨리스2)

2016South Korea
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryFoodInvestigator Female LeadRomanceWeb Series

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Knockin' on Locked Door(ノッキンオン・ロックドドア)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Agency SettingDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterStudent Supporting Character

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Private investigators Gotenba Tori and Katanashi Hisame collaborate as partners at the detective agency Knockin' on Locked Door. Despite being rivals, they complement each other with their unique approaches and personalities. Gotenba Tori excels at unraveling how a case transpired, always sporting a black turtleneck and openly expressing his emotions. On the other hand, Katanashi Hisame specializes in understanding the motives behind a case, relying on logic and always dressed in a suit with glasses. Together, they tackle challenging cases and combine their strengths to successfully solve them.

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Drama Detective(抓马侦探)

2021China
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrime Solving DuoShort Length Series

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Xiao Wei and Xiao Wa are a pair of lesser-known private investigators in M country

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Uwasa no Onna(噂の女)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathRomance

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During her high school years, Miyuki Itoi was not considered particularly attractive. However, one day, she undergoes a transformation and becomes stunningly beautiful. As she begins to interact with men, a mysterious pattern emerges - those men soon meet their demise. (My DramaList)

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Wakaresase-ya(別れさせ屋)

2001Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaInvestigator Female Lead

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After being abandoned by her spouse, the despondent Miyo (Mirakami) discovers employment with PPI, a secretive spy agency that specializes in orchestrating scenarios to end relationships. Their covert operations enable clients to end relationships without feeling guilty or placing blame. (Credit: The Dorama Encyclopedia)

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IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo(IQ246〜華麗なる事件簿〜)

2016Japan
Detective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Male LeadDetective Female Lead

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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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Keishichou Nasi Goreng ka(警視庁 ナシゴレン課)

2016Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadDetective 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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Harassment Game(ハラスメントゲーム)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryBusinessDrama

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Akitsu Wataru serves as the supervisor of the Toyama location for Maruo Holdings, a well-known supermarket chain. Following a certain incident, he is reassigned and relocates to a rural area with his family. Unexpectedly, Akitsu is summoned back to the main office to lead the compliance department. The CEO and board members harbor undisclosed intentions. The company faces multiple harassment problems, which Akitsu resolves using innovative approaches and strategies.

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Tantei☆Hoshikamo(探偵☆星鴨)

2021Japan
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryHardworking Male LeadStalking

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Hoshikamo had always dreamed of being a private investigator, and he currently operates as one. He struggles with connecting with women. In the past, he was employed at a large detective agency, but now he manages his own detective firm located in his grandmother's recycling store. Working alongside his assistant Tsugumi Karato, Hoshikamo tackles a variety of cases. Their first encounter was when Tsugumi Karato sought his help with a stalker issue.

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No Activity Season 2(No Activity シーズン2)

2024Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadWeb Series

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The troublesome detective duo has returned! Originally assigned to stake out the area, Detective Tokita Shingo and his partner Shiina Asobu find themselves facing unexpected challenges. Their pursuit of the main suspect, Yakuza boss Orihara Tadato, goes awry when they inadvertently allow him to escape. As Tokita enlists the help of street musician Hiiragi Fuyuka in his quest to capture the suspect, a series of mishaps ensue, leading to a confrontation between the Yakuza and the Chinese mafia. The chaotic situation prompts radio operator Satomi Misato and her dedicated yet risky subordinate Ohira Arira to pursue new recruit Yotsukado Koki and Tokita, causing turmoil within the Metropolitan Police Department.

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The Last Cop(ラストコップ)

2015Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComaDetective Male Lead

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In 1985, Kyogoku, a dedicated detective known for his unorthodox methods, successfully solves numerous cases. While attempting to apprehend a dangerous criminal named Kagura, Kyogoku is caught in an explosion triggered by Kagura, causing him to fall into a coma for three decades. Upon awakening in 2015, Kyogoku is shocked to discover that his wife, Kanako, has moved on and remarried. During a moment of confusion and aggression, Kyogoku is arrested by a young detective named Mochizuki Ryota and taken to Yokohama Chuo Police Precinct, where he reunites with his former colleague Suzuki and superior Kujira. Despite his return to the detective force, Kyogoku struggles to adapt to the advancements in technology and modern policing methods. His disregard for the new rules often leads to trouble for Ryota, his assigned partner. This series is a remake of the German TV show "The Last Cop" (Der letzte Bulle) from 2010.

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Senryokugai Sousakan(戦力外捜査官)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryCrime Solving DuoDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadDramaRomance

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Umizuki Chinami, a mysterious enthusiast, and a successful professional have been appointed to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division as a novice detective. Despite being informed on her first day that she does not fit into their future plans, Chinami is paired with the skilled detective Shitara Kyosuke, who holds a black belt in karate. Kyosuke, the First Investigative Division's top performer, finds himself with Chinami as his partner, despite his once promising future. Despite facing criticism from experienced detectives and feeling like a burden, this inquisitive pair tackles challenging cases and protects Japan.

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Naniwa Shounen Tanteidan (2000)(浪花少年探偵団)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMystery

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Kemonomichi( けものみち)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Animal Trail, a natural path created by the movement of wildlife, can be a lifesaver for individuals who find themselves lost in the wilderness. One day, a woman who feels overwhelmed by her difficult circumstances unexpectedly encounters a man. Desperate for a change, she decides to trust the stranger's guidance and see where the "Animal Trail" will take her. Will this path bring her joy and fulfillment, or will it lead her astray?