AIBOU: Tokyo Detective Duo 2002
What is AIBOU: Tokyo Detective Duo?
AIBOU: Tokyo Detective Duo is a Japanese television detective series that first aired on TV Asahi. The series follows Detective Ukyo Sugishita and his partner as they solve cases as part of the Special Task Unit of the MPD.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 461
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 9, 2002
- Last aired
- Mar 11, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- tv asahi
- Genres
- Drama, Crime, Mystery
- Updated
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AIBOU: Tokyo Detective Duo is a Japanese television detective series that first aired on TV Asahi. The series follows Detective Ukyo Sugishita and his partner as they solve cases as part of the Special Task Unit of the MPD. Detective Ukyo Sugishita confronts crime on the basis of his own convictions and has a partner that works for him in the Special Task Unit. For the first 7 seasons, Ukyo's first partner is Kaoru Kameyama, a good-natured, hot-tempered, straightforward and somewhat scattered detective. Beginning in Season 8, Takeru Kanbe replaces Kameyama as Ukyo's partner, and is described as a lanky, cool, conceited and confident detective. The series has been adapted into several films, including AIBOU: The Movie and AIBOU: X-DAY. The show has been ongoing for many years, with different partners working alongside Detective Sugishita, including Toru Kai from Season 11 to Season 13.
Should you watch it?
“A principled detective and his rotating partners solve crimes in Tokyo.”
- Strong central character with clear moral compass
- Evolving partnerships add fresh dynamics
- Realistic police procedural elements
- Partners change significantly which may disrupt viewer attachment
- Long runtime may feel slow to some
You enjoy thoughtful detective dramas with strong character development.
Suitable for mature audiences who appreciate procedural storytelling and character interaction.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Oct 9, 2002
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 16, 2002
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 23, 2002
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 30, 2002
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 6, 2002
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 13, 2002
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 20, 2002
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 27, 2002
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 4, 2002
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 11, 2002
- E11 Episode 11 Dec 18, 2002
- E12 Episode 12 Dec 25, 2002
Season 2 · 21 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 8, 2003
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 15, 2003
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 29, 2003
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 5, 2003
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 12, 2003
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 19, 2003
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 26, 2003
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 3, 2003
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 10, 2003
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 17, 2003
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 7, 2004
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 14, 2004
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 21, 2004
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 28, 2004
- E15 Episode 15 Feb 4, 2004
- E16 Episode 16 Feb 11, 2004
- E17 Episode 17 Feb 18, 2004
- E18 Episode 18 Feb 25, 2004
- E19 Episode 19 Mar 3, 2004
- E20 Episode 20 Mar 10, 2004
- E21 Episode 21 Mar 17, 2004
Season 3 · 19 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 13, 2004
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 20, 2004
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 27, 2004
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 10, 2004
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 24, 2004
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 1, 2004
- E7 Episode 7 Dec 8, 2004
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 15, 2004
- E9 Episode 9 Jan 5, 2005
- E10 Episode 10 Jan 12, 2005
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 19, 2005
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 26, 2005
- E13 Episode 13 Feb 2, 2005
- E14 Episode 14 Feb 16, 2005
- E15 Episode 15 Feb 23, 2005
- E16 Episode 16 Mar 2, 2005
- E17 Episode 17 Mar 9, 2005
- E18 Episode 18 Mar 16, 2005
- E19 Episode 19 Mar 23, 2005
Season 4 · 21 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 12, 2005
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 19, 2005
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 26, 2005
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 2, 2005
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 9, 2005
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 16, 2005
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 23, 2005
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 30, 2005
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 7, 2005
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 14, 2005
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 1, 2006
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 11, 2006
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 18, 2006
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 25, 2006
- E15 Episode 15 Feb 1, 2006
- E16 Episode 16 Feb 8, 2006
- E17 Episode 17 Feb 15, 2006
- E18 Episode 18 Feb 22, 2006
- E19 Episode 19 Mar 1, 2006
- E20 Episode 20 Mar 8, 2006
- E21 Episode 21 Mar 15, 2006
Season 5 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 11, 2006
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 18, 2006
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 25, 2006
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 1, 2006
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 8, 2006
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 15, 2006
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 22, 2006
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 29, 2006
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 6, 2006
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 13, 2006
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 1, 2007
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 10, 2007
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 17, 2007
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 24, 2007
- E15 Episode 15 Jan 31, 2007
- E16 Episode 16 Feb 7, 2007
- E17 Episode 17 Feb 14, 2007
- E18 Episode 18 Feb 28, 2007
- E19 Episode 19 Mar 7, 2007
- E20 Episode 20 Mar 14, 2007
Frequently asked questions
Who are the main characters in AIBOU?
The main character is Detective Ukyo Sugishita, a principled investigator in the Special Task Unit. His partners change over time, starting with Kaoru Kameyama for the first seven seasons.
How many seasons does AIBOU have?
The series has run for multiple seasons since its premiere, with ongoing episodes through at least season thirteen mentioned.
Is AIBOU based on a manga or novel?
No, it is an original television series produced by TV Asahi.
Are there any movies based on AIBOU?
Yes, there are several films adapted from the series including AIBOU: The Movie and AIBOU: CSI Files.
What makes AIBOU different from other detective shows?
Its focus on the evolving partnership between detectives and the procedural realism of police work within the Special Task Unit.