Adaptation of Kei Ii's mystery novel. The story is set in 1909 during Japan's Meiji era, and centers on fictional versions of real-life poet Takuboku Ishikawa and real-life linguist Kyousuke Kindaichi, who were acquaintances in real life. Takuboku runs a private detective agency to support his family. Both begin to investigate a case of supposed ghost appearances at the Asakusa Junikai building, also known as the Ryounkai.
Episodes
12
Aired
Spring 2020
Score
5.7
Popularity
#3245
DetectiveHistoricalPrimarily Adult CastPrimarily Male CastClassic LiteratureWritingMale ProtagonistPolice
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