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In a desperate search for her missing child, a mother ventures up a mysterious lighthouse. This is a tale where every decision holds weight. Emma and her daughter Xiaomi set out on a journey to the outskirts after Emma promised to take her daughter on an outing. While distracted by changing radio channels, Emma accidentally collides with a stranger. However, the man vanishes as swiftly as he appeared, leaving no trace behind. Meanwhile, Emma faints from the forceful impact. Upon regaining consciousness, she discovers that her daughter is nowhere to be found.

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

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.

After season 1 concluded, the creators responsible for the malevolent APP began to reveal themselves slowly

Following the Cold War, society shifted its focus to the study of the human psyche—not for the sake of understanding, but for the purpose of manipulation. Initiatives such as MK-Ultra and discussions surrounding artificial intelligence transformed the concept of free will into an instrument of power. Compassion was overshadowed by authority. Reality itself turned into a weapon. Consequently, humans emerged as the most formidable weapon of all. When destiny is no longer the guiding force in their lives, they are faced with a decision between “Chance” and “Air” to navigate their survival in this world.

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...

The story begins with the abduction of a young child, which appears to be a kidnapping for ransom. However, the kidnapper surprises everyone by not demanding a specific amount of money, instead leaving it up to the victim to decide. This puts the police in a difficult position as they try to figure out the kidnapper's motives. Adding to the challenge, the ransom exchange is set to take place in a public location during the daytime, adding insult to injury for the authorities. As the case unfolds, it becomes clear that this is just the beginning of a much larger and more complex investigation involving a 700 million yen ransom. Can Detective Hashiba, a seasoned expert in kidnapping cases, successfully apprehend the elusive criminal known as Ran?

Amidst a dispute between the public relations office of D Prefectural Police and the correspondents club regarding the anonymity of perpetrators, it has been decided that a director from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department will visit the family of the victim in a significant unsolved case from 1989, just a week before the statute of limitations expires. The case involves the kidnapping and murder of Shoko-chan, which remains the most heinous crime in the history of D Prefectural Police. The family of the victim has declined the director's offer to extend condolences. A strict confidentiality order has been issued for all individuals involved in the case, including the investigators from that time. This has created a barrier between the Criminal Investigations Department and the Police Affairs Department. Additionally, a mysterious memo has surfaced, followed by a new kidnapping that bears a striking resemblance to the 1989 case just before the director's scheduled visit.

At the renowned Fairy Valley in Taiwan, a hot spring villa hosted a soft opening for a select group of celebrities, politicians, and Hakka scholars. The tranquility of the event is shattered when a lifeless body is found the following day. Feng, a new staff member at the villa, becomes suspicious of the guests' peculiar behavior, sensing hidden connections and secrets among them. With the help of his sister and a college acquaintance, Feng embarks on a quest to unveil the truth behind the mysterious deaths that continue to occur. (CATCHPLAY+)

Rinka Umezawa, a homemaker, seeks out small joys in life. Her husband, Masabumi, is committed to supporting her. The couple does not have any children. Rinka decides to take on a part-time job at a bank, where she visits clients' homes and occasionally assists them with household tasks, earning their trust. During one visit to client Kojo Hirabayashi's home, she encounters his grandson Kota, who asks for money. This interaction has a profound impact on Rinka. Subsequently, she steals one hundred million yen from the bank and disappears. Two years later, Rinka's former classmates Yuko Okazaki and Aki Nakaji uncover her embezzlement scheme and confront their own inner demons.

Aiba Tsubasa possesses incredible mathematical abilities. He has two younger siblings: Riku, a kind-hearted university student, and Umi, who was born with a fragile heart and requires an organ transplant for survival. To save Umi, their mother Takako, a skilled surgeon, left Tsubasa and Riku at a young age and sought help from a mysterious medical research facility. This facility is a secretive organization that conducts unethical experiments on individuals with extraordinary abilities in order to create scientifically advanced humans. Over time, Umi undergoes a successful transplant surgery. However, the donor had exceptional memory skills, causing Umi to inherit their memories and personality traits. Tsubasa and Riku strive to protect their brother, who escapes from the facility to seek their assistance, but they are pursued by members of the organization.

For years, a young man named Haruka has been confined indoors due to a rare medical condition. However, his life takes a drastic turn when he encounters Jin Takayama, a member of a newly created species known as Amazons, who is on a mission to eliminate all other Amazons. As Haruka delves deeper into this mysterious world, he begins to uncover the truth about his own past and must ultimately decide on the path he will take. In a city filled with secrets and dangers, the future remains uncertain for both Haruka and Jin.

As a young girl, Natsuki Aizawa experienced a traumatic kidnapping incident that deeply affected her. Throughout her upbringing, she leaned on her close friend Kentaro Yuki for support. Currently, she is pursuing a degree in physics at a college. Unexpectedly, she crosses paths with the newly hired professor Shuya Tatsumi, leading to a series of mysterious occurrences in her life. It is revealed that Shuya is a time traveler who moves between different points in time.

Several young Koreans were inadvertently involved in an RNA study during their time in Japan. Fast forward 5 years...

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.

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.

Kamiwatari Kotone, a geisha based in Kyoto, finds herself in a difficult situation when her colleague is murdered while she is asleep after a night of revelry. Wrongfully accused of the crime, Kotone is imprisoned and faces harassment from fellow inmates. Drawing on the teachings of experienced geishas, she manages to endure the challenges in prison. Eventually, Kotone uncovers the truth behind the framing and her imprisonment.

BS Toto's program "Sunset News" gained national attention for uncovering the truth about a false murder accusation case. However, the fame was short-lived, and the staff quickly faded from Japan's memory, returning to their usual struggles. Aizawa Mai stumbles upon an old case involving a murder for insurance money, a child's abandoned body, and a woman named Saga Kanako who was the sole suspect. Despite maintaining her silence during the police investigation and being acquitted due to lack of evidence, Saga received compensation from the government, causing confusion among those familiar with the case. Mai teams up with freelance journalist Mikami to investigate further and discovers a possible link to hypnosis in the crime. After confirming their theory with a real-life demonstration, they are met with resistance from their boss, Hasegawa, who orders them to stop. Undeterred, Mai continues her pursuit of the truth, even reaching out to the suspect Kanako, who retaliates with a terrifying display of hypnosis. The situation escalates when Mai is found in a precarious position, prompting Mikami to rush to her aid. Can BS Toto's news program once again make waves in Japan with this dangerous story?

The series follows the story of the main character "Zegen" as he pursues vengeance following his wife's tragic death. Li Xue Lan arrives in Japan to seek employment to cover her husband's medical expenses back in China. With Zegen's help, she starts working at a massage parlor in Kawasaki. Worried about her situation due to her temporary visa, he suggests a fake marriage with an older man. Inspired by Jou Tomioka's novel.

Minamimaru Yoji, also known as Nanmaru, is a university student endowed with a special power enabling him to "generate tiny openings in any object

A recent incident involving a significant takeover has taken place in an undisclosed location within Kanagawa Prefecture

A collection of fantasy dramas that encompasses a range of creative ideas, enigmas, and suspenseful elements.

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.

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.

A television series follows the adventures of a unique team of scientific investigators known as SRI as they delve into unresolved enigmatic crimes with a scientific twist.

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.

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.

The narrative follows Suzie Sakamoto, a citizen of the United States residing in Kyoto, Japan, whose world is turned upside down after her spouse and child vanish in a perplexing airplane accident. To offer solace, she is presented with Sunny, a cutting-edge household robot produced by her husband's technology firm. Initially resistant to Sunny's efforts to fill the void in her life, Suzie eventually forms an unexpected bond with the robot. Together, they uncover the grim reality behind the disappearance of Suzie's loved ones and find themselves deeply involved in a hidden realm previously unknown to Suzie. (Apple TV) A collaboration with the United States.

Upon An Qiao's return from studying abroad, she joined the White Bird Newspaper where Qin Nan and Chen Bei Bei were also employed

A detective who does not believe in the paranormal uses his scientific expertise to investigate mysterious occurrences. He remains steadfast in his conviction that ghosts only exist metaphorically within people's minds.

These individuals are skilled manipulators with high intelligence. While lacking in morals, they excel in their craft. With meticulous strategies, they ensnare their targets and set traps for them. They serve as a reflection of all levels of society, highlighting unseen aspects. This is the tale of their rise to legendary status.

Terahara Ken, a former police officer now employed by a private security company, is called back to Japan from Taiwan to provide protection for Matsuoka Takanori, the secretary-general of the Democratic Party. Meanwhile, public prosecutor Sakurai Satoko, who had been relocated to the Kochi District Public Prosecutors Office due to a previous whistleblowing case, is reassigned back to the Special Investigation Department of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office by her former boss in order to prosecute a high-profile individual. During this time, a branch of Tokyo Aoba Shinkin Bank is bombed and its armored cash transport vehicle is stolen. The mastermind behind these crimes is a young man named Aoyagi Tomoya, whose actions bring together Terahara, Matsuoka, Satoko, and Ishikawa Aki, an employee at Aoba Shinkin Bank.

During the spring season, Kashiwazaki Yui lost track of her 3-year-old son as they were returning home from kindergarten. Nine years later, her son reappears in her life.

Drawing inspiration from the memoir "Tokyo Vice: An American Journalist Covering the Police Beat in Japan" by Jake Adelstein, this project is a joint production with the United States.

Mirai, a 25-year-old man who prefers solitude, is concealing a secret from his wife, Meguru. He suffers from a mysterious illness that causes him to go back in time when he experiences strong emotions. Meguru has been his source of comfort during his struggles. However, tragedy strikes on their wedding anniversary when Meguru dies in a fall at her workplace. Mirai is left wondering why such a kind-hearted person met such a fate. As he grieves, he involuntarily travels back in time. Can he use this ability to save Meguru and uncover the truth behind her death?

In this psychological thriller, a mysterious individual disrupts the lives of six unsuspecting characters by embodying their inner conflicts, leading to a series of catastrophic events. This person alters their appearance, voice, facial expressions, personality, and behaviors to present themselves as a completely different individual to each of the six individuals. (Japanese = natalie.mu || Translation = Gogole Translate)

Available in two formats: 6 episodes (Television) || 12 episodes (Online)

In H province's Qijiang City, an outbreak of blue-green algae occurred. Vice Mayor Wang Wu, responsible for environmental protection, had to take a break from his duties due to exhaustion. Renowned environmental protection expert Lin Han Jiang was appointed as the new director of the Environmental Protection Bureau of Qijiang City. Upon assuming his new role, Lin Han Jiang discovered that cyanobacteria posed a significant environmental threat, as revealed by years of water sample testing in Qijiang. With the organization's support, Lin Han Jiang fearlessly investigated the true cause of the blue-green algae outbreak, determined not only to address the immediate issue but also to improve the overall water quality of the Qijiang River. Addressing the root causes of environmental pollution in Qijiang was crucial, involving not just the city's largest industrial park but also the night market and boiler plant, all of which impacted residents' daily lives. Balancing economic growth with ecological preservation presented a challenging dilemma. Despite the obstacles, Lin Han Jiang remained steadfast in his commitment, ultimately restoring clean water and green landscapes to Qijiang while providing a model for effective ecological and economic harmony.

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.

Saito Mifuyu, an 18-year-old girl from Nagano, had a simple upbringing. After her mother passed away, her father brought his new partner into their home, leaving Mifuyu feeling displaced. She received an invitation from her late mother's cousin, Kashimada Naoko, to stay at their luxurious house in Tokyo. Feeling envious of their wealth, Mifuyu decided to integrate herself into the Kashimada family. In the process, she transformed into a cunning girl who manipulated others to achieve her desires, much like a pitcher plant.

Himura Mayumi, Jinno Yukari, and Kumazawa Riko come from diverse backgrounds with seemingly no connections between them. However, their lives take unexpected turns due to a missing woman's case, leading to the revelation of their hidden secrets and the truth behind the investigation. Himura Mayumi, a 32-year-old single woman working in the public relations department of a large clothing company, faces challenges at work and desires marriage as an escape. Despite her longing for ordinary happiness, the prospect of marriage now brings her anxiety. Jinno Yukari, a 34-year-old housewife from a wealthy family, leads a seemingly comfortable life but feels lonely due to the lack of children and her husband's distant behavior. Like Himura Mayumi, she also yearns for ordinary happiness. Meanwhile, Kumazawa Riko, a 29-year-old rookie detective, recently joined the detective division and shares the same desire for a sense of ordinary happiness in her life.

Azusa is the wife, Otaro is the husband, and they have one daughter named Suzu. They reside in a small apartment in Tokyo and lead a typical yet content life as a family of three. However, everything changes when they move into their new home. Unsettling events start occurring, involving the entire family and leading to chilling incidents. Can you protect your loved ones if faced with a sudden catastrophe? This series explores the themes of family and life itself, which are universally significant. Through a horror suspense format, the show portrays the strong bonds within a family.

A mysterious event brings a brilliant engineer face to face with dangerous world secrets and a woman from the future who seeks him out. Han Tae Sul, a co-founder of Quantum and Time, possesses top-tier coding abilities and a striking appearance that overshadows his lack of fashion sense. Known as "The Miracle of South Korea's Engineering Industry," Quantum and Time has achieved global recognition thanks to Tae Sul's innovations. However, his company's stocks have been volatile since his brother's passing a decade ago. Witnessing an unimaginable sight one day, Tae Sul embarks on a perilous quest for the truth. Kang Seo Hae hails from a future dystopia and has honed survival skills among gangsters and warlords. She travels back in time to rescue Han Tae Sul.

Five students intrigued by a chilling tale, opt to embark on a journey to Kanchanaburi, a city and forest in Thailand with a history of strange occurrences. Unbeknownst to them, entering the eerie woods to craft horror stories and attaching their names to it is a guarantee of their demise.

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.