- Country Japan
- Genre Drama
- Runtime 45 minutes
- Total runtime 13 hours 30 minutes
- Status Ended
- Network Fuji TV
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Yukihira Natsumi is a no-nonsense, intelligent, Tokyo homicide cop with a bad reputation for not working well with others and pushing the limits of the law. As she sees it, her only job is bringing in the bad guys and the results are all that counts. In so, 5 years ago she had to pull her weapon and kill a man, earning the ire and distrust of some of her coworkers and members of the community. To bring balance to her life, she must deal with work, a divorce, and caring of her young daughter.
A dark crime drama of a serial murderer who is serializing the murders in short stories.
In the realm of television dramas, few series captivate audiences quite like **Shinzanmono**. This riveting Japanese detective drama, adapted from the celebrated novel by **Keigo Higashino**, intricately weaves its narrative around a compelling murder mystery set in the bustling Ningyo-cho area of Tokyo. With its engaging storytelling and profound exploration of human emotions, this series has become a significant title within the Japanese crime genre since its premiere in Spring 2010 on TBS Network.
At the heart of **Shinzanmono** lies Detective **Kyōichirō Kaga**, portrayed masterfully by **Hiroshi Abe**. As a newcomer to the Nihonbashi Police Station, Kaga is immediately thrust into an intense investigation following the shocking murder of a woman in his new neighborhood. The plot thickens as he navigates through layers of secrets and lies among various suspects—each connected to the victim in unexpected ways. With only 13 episodes in Season 1, viewers are treated to an efficiently paced storyline that keeps them guessing until the very end.
One of the most remarkable aspects of **Shinzanmono** is how it transcends typical crime narratives by delving deep into character development. Each episode introduces viewers to intricate relationships and unique backgrounds surrounding Kaga's suspects, offering insights into their motives and fears. The show does not merely present a who-done-it scenario; rather, it invites viewers to ponder moral dilemmas and question human nature itself. This emotional complexity sets **Shinzanmono** apart from other detective shows like **Control: Hanzai Shinri Sousa** or **Akutou ~Juhanzai Sosahan**, allowing for a richer viewing experience.
