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Sozoku Tantei(相続探偵)

2025Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionDramaFormer Lawyer Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryWitty Male Lead

Haie Nao is a private investigator who specializes in handling inheritance disputes. He operates his own establishment, the Haie Inheritance Investigation Office. Previously employed as a top-tier attorney, he was expelled from the legal community for undisclosed reasons. Haie Nao has a strong passion for coffee, often indulging in plain coffee beans while deep in thought. He strongly dislikes the saying, "Dead men tell no tales." Known for taking on complex inheritance cases, Haie Nao relies on his sharp intellect and a diverse group of associates. With a commitment to honoring the wishes of the deceased, he works to unravel family conflicts and uncover hidden truths surrounding inheritances.

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Ore no Sora Keiji Hen(俺の空 刑事編)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 60% similarity match.

Ippei Yasuda hails from a privileged upbringing and gains acceptance into a prestigious law school. However, he opts to pursue a career in law enforcement in order to uphold his personal beliefs of justice. This story is inspired by the manga series "Ore no Sora: Keiji Hen" created by Hiroshi Motomiya, which was published from 1978 to 1981.

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Me no Kabe (2022)(眼の壁)

2022Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryNovel Adaptation

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 60% 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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Kyoto Kamogawa Higashisho Meikyuuka Omiyasan(京都鴨川東署迷宮課おみやさん)

2002Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aatantei Jimusho similar to Sozoku Tantei
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Aatantei Jimusho(ああ探偵事務所)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

Tsumaki works as a private investigator at the Aaah Detective Agency, which is conveniently located at the top of the phone book. Despite his passion for solving cases and his unique perspective, he often struggles to succeed and ends up struggling to pay his rent. With the help of his team, he tackles crimes using his own unconventional methods and elaborate disguises.

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Kanojo ga Shinjatta(彼女が死んじゃった。)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

The mystery drama revolves around the bittersweet tale of love and sorrow. Yukari, a vibrant and free-spirited young woman, leaves a lasting impact on those she encounters with her vivacious personality. After her unexpected death, her jealous younger sister, Reiko, and naive fianc , Yoshio, team up with the charming entertainer Hajime, the last person to see her alive. Together, the unlikely trio must work together to uncover the truth behind Yukari's sudden passing. By delving into the contacts in her phone, they embark on a journey to interview those who were connected to Yukari in order to unravel the enigma surrounding her demise. However, as they uncover Yukari's hidden past, they are met with shocking revelations that challenge their understanding of her true identity.

Recommendation: Mei Tantei wa Kimida similar to Sozoku Tantei
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Mei Tantei wa Kimida(名探偵は君だ)

2021Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 56% 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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Tokumei Kakarichou Tadano Hitoshi Season 3(特命係長 只野仁(第3期))

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdvertising Agency Setting

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Once more, Hitoshi, an unremarkable and inept individual in his professional life, transforms into a charming, attractive, and intelligent hero to combat societal corruption!

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TOP Secret (2017)(機密訊號)

2017Taiwan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrime

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 4(緊急取調室 4)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

2009Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryComedy

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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 FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryPsychological

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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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Tokumei Kakarichou Tadano Hitoshi Season 2(特命係長 只野仁(第2期))

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdvertising Agency Setting

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Once more, Hitoshi, an unremarkable and inept individual in his professional life, transforms into a charismatic, attractive, and intelligent hero to combat societal corruption! Expect increased action, romance, and intense situations for the two-sided Hitoshi and viewers alike! (DramaWiki)

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33pun Tantei(33分探偵)

2008Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryComedy

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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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Keiji Teinen(刑事定年)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu(緊急取調室)

2014Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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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Tokumei Tantei Season 2(匿名探偵 2)

2014Japan
DramaInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryPlayboy Male Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

A mysterious detective rents a room in a building that houses questionable strip clubs. Despite not being a professional investigator, he takes on various tasks for money, acting as a mediator. His usual gigs involve working at a strip club and handling minor cases like stalking and debt collection to make ends meet. Interestingly, he only accepts requests from women. This tough, unsentimental investigator, who enjoys bourbon and jazz, avoids modern technology like phones and emails. Although he is not lacking in female companionship, he has a strict rule of not getting involved with the same woman twice. He is known for his kindness towards women, which often leads him into unnecessary conflicts with those who fail to compensate him.

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

2017Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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Hello Harinezumi(ハロー張りネズミ)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Agency SettingEccentric Male Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 3(緊急取調室)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% 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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Crazy Rain(クレイジーレイン)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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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Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo 3(金田一少年の事件簿)

2001Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryLocked Room MysterySmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Kindaichi discovers himself on a cruise ship where the captain vanishes mysteriously following a big celebration. Despite a thorough search of the ship, the only clue found is small bloodstains on the light switch in the captain's cabin. As suspicions of foul play arise, the ship's radio is found out of order, preventing them from seeking outside help. Stranded at sea, Kindaichi and his companions must uncover the murderer and ensure their own safety until they can make it back to land. (NTV)

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Remote(リモート)

2002Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDeathMurderPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Procedural

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Detective Kozaburo Himuro is confined to his home due to a secret he is hiding, but still manages to fulfill his police duties. With the help of traffic cop Kurumi Ayaki, who acts as his eyes and ears outside, they investigate crime scenes together using mobile phones. Despite facing dangerous murder mysteries, particularly Kurumi, they work together to solve cases. Can Kurumi keep up with Detective Himuro's pace in criminal investigation? (Dramawiki)

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Drama Detective(抓马侦探)

2021China
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrime Solving DuoShort Length Series

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

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

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Wakaresase-ya(別れさせ屋)

2001Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyInvestigator Female Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

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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Chase (2010)(チェイス~国税査察官~)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Haruma Sosuke, an experienced tax inspector, and Murakumo Shuji, a proficient consultant specializing in tax evasion. Haruma believed that his simple life and the world of tax evasion were unrelated, until one day their paths crossed...

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Shikeidai no 72-Jikan(死刑台の72時間)

2013Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathMurder

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a group of five individuals - four females and one male - who are confined within a grand mansion situated in the mountains. The estate is owned by Kaoru, the mother of Usui Toru, a man who tragically took his own life three years prior. Upon their arrival, Kaoru reveals to the group that her son was actually murdered, and the perpetrator is among them. They are given a deadline of 72 hours to uncover the true culprit, or else face dire consequences. This series was broadcasted on NHK BS Premium and is an adaptation of a manga created by Chie Shinohara.

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I'm Home(アイムホーム)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmnesiaFamily

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

After surviving a near-fatal carbon monoxide poisoning incident during a solo mission in a different city, the protagonist suffers from amnesia and is unable to remember his own family. Without realizing it, he visits the residences of his ex-partner, his parents, and past acquaintances. Throughout his travels, he traces their recollections to piece together his former identity.

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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 FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadDetective Supporting Character

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

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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Shadow Detective Season 2(형사록 시즌2)

2023South Korea
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadWeb Series

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Reveals the final retaliation of experienced detective Kim Taek Rok as he reemerges to uncover the mysterious figure orchestrating the schemes of the extortionist known as 'Friend'

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Omiyasan 5(おみやさん5)

2006Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Omiyasan 4(おみやさん4)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Compete: Cartel Hunters(競爭之合謀有罪)

2022Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Based on actual cases, the narratives in the series captivate viewers and raise awareness about relevant topics with their authentic storylines and characters. The focus of this show is on the members of the Investigation Team within the Commission, tackling a total of 4 different cases throughout the series.

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Omiyasan 8(おみやさん8)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Recommendation: Central Ikegami Police Season 2 similar to Sozoku Tantei
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Central Ikegami Police Season 2(こちら本池上署)

2003Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

A surge of graffiti has been reported in the Hon-Ikegami station vicinity. Police chief Shiina is brainstorming solutions, but Maejima points out that the department is understaffed to effectively tackle the issue. Concurrently, a wave of car thefts plaguing the country reaches the Hon-Ikegami area. The newly appointed leader of the 2nd Division, Oyamada, is eager to swiftly resolve the crimes, a sentiment shared by the station's deputy Aoyagi. Despite this, Shiina takes it upon himself to personally investigate the graffiti incidents.

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Omiyasan 2(おみやさん2)

2003Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Central Ikegami Police Season 4(こちら本池上署)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Based on Takamochi Gen's manga "Head of Police" ( ).

Recommendation: Central Ikegami Police Season 3 similar to Sozoku Tantei
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Central Ikegami Police Season 3(こちら本池上署)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

This installment is the third in a series that vividly portrays human emotions and family bonds within the Central Ikegami Police Station. Station chief Shiina Keisuke and the rest of the team undergo life-changing experiences in this episode, including dealing with exam stress, witnessing graduations, facing promotions and transfers, and navigating love and marriage. By delving into the everyday aspects of their lives, this episode reveals their true humanity in a more profound manner. The addition of new team members adds to the bustling atmosphere, with crack detective Gondo Kaoru being one of the three new recruits, and publisher Motomiya Suzu frequently visiting the Shiina household as Keisuke's wife Eiko works towards publishing her picture book.

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Central Ikegami Police Season 5(こちら本池上署)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Based on the manga "Chief of Police" written by Takamochi Gen.

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Omiyasan 7(おみやさん7)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Sennyuu Tantei Tokage( 潜入探偵トカゲ )

2013Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Tokage possesses an exceptional memory and shares Sherlock Holmes' meticulous nature. Before transitioning to a private investigator, he served as a top detective in the Metropolitan Police Department. However, a tragic error resulting in the loss of his partner led him to resign and pursue a career in private investigation. Despite his strong commitment to justice and determination to combat crime, his distant demeanor and lack of trust make collaboration challenging. These traits likely stem from the trauma of losing his partner. The storyline follows Tokage and his assistant as they collaborate with the Metropolitan Police Department on covert operations to solve complex and long-standing cases.

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Maruho no Onna - Houken Hanzai Chousain(マルホの女~保険犯罪調査員~)

2014Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kashiwagi Natsuko, a long-time resident of the United States, recently joined Adjust Research, an insurance investigation agency, as a new detective. Despite her scientific brilliance and considerable wealth, she often feels like she doesn't quite fit in with the highly logical Japanese society. In contrast, Tono Aki is a seasoned investigator at the same firm, hailing from the historic district of Tokyo and having a rough upbringing that has made her quite frugal. Despite her past as a troublemaker, she possesses exceptional memory and instincts. Together, Natsuko and Aki form an unconventional team as they tackle sophisticated crimes related to insurance fraud and uncover the truth.

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FACE - Cyber Hanzai Tokusouhan(フェイス―サイバー犯罪特捜班)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Yuki Rin lost her parents and has been residing with her elder sibling Koichiro. Koichiro used to work as an IT specialist for the government before being lured by a dangerous cyber crime organization a year ago. This event marked the downfall of Rin's once happy and ordinary life. Despite being shot by her brother, Rin miraculously survived. She was then enlisted into FACE, a covert cyber crime investigation unit established by the Cabinet, due to her exceptional profiling skills recognized by Minegishi Shugoro. With faith in Minegishi, Rin decides to join forces with the unit's members in the fight against cyber crime threats that could potentially destabilize the country.

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Fixer Season 2(フィクサー Season2)

2023Japan
DramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Gifted Season 2(ギフテッド Season2)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadGenius Male LeadStudent Male LeadSupernaturalTeenager Male Lead

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Detective Natsuki Amakusa from the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department and Yuya Shiki, a high school student known for identifying killers, find themselves involved in the murder case of Tadafumi Yamada, a newspaper reporter who was fatally stabbed. The incident is thoroughly investigated and the perpetrator is apprehended. However, Natsuki is unsettled when the culprit claims he did not intend to kill the victim. The appearance of Detective Hozumi Yakumo at the crime scene adds to the mystery, raising questions about his true motives. Thus begins a gripping crime suspense story that captivates the nation.

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Kenichi Endo to Kankuro Kudo no Benkyo Sasete Itadakimasu(遠藤憲一と宮藤官九郎の勉強させていただきます)

2018Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryActorSuspenseThriller

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

Challenges occur during filming of the show, leading the main actors to reshoot their scenes. Unfortunately, the rest of the cast has already departed from the set. As a result, nearby actors are given the opportunity to take on roles in the series.

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

2015Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDetective Agency SettingFamily

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% 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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Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File(京都人情捜査ファイル)

2015Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFormer Detective Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

A specialized division within the police force, known as the Crime Victims Support Unit, provides assistance to individuals and their families who have been affected by a crime. They offer support, answer questions, assist with funeral arrangements, and handle media inquiries. Unlike other units, they do not have the authority to conduct official investigations, which can make it challenging to uncover the truth for those seeking answers. TogakureTetsuya, a former detective from the First Investigative Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police, takes it upon himself to conduct independent investigations.

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Specialist (2016)(スペシャリスト)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

A decade ago, Takuma Yoshito was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Despite receiving a 15-year prison sentence, evidence later revealed that he was wrongly accused, leading to his exoneration. Subsequently, Takuma was reinstated to the Kyoto Prefectural Police due to his expertise in criminal psychology. He then transferred to Tokyo, where he joined a newly formed unit without a designated name. Motivated by the tragic death of a significant individual, Takuma decides to join the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to uncover a major conspiracy. He partners with a young female detective named Maria, who harbors a secret and happens to be the niece of the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency.

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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 2(緊急取調室 2)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathDetective Female LeadMurder

Like Sozoku Tantei, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 42% similarity match.

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