Special Investigation Robo Janperson 1993
“Janperson Fights for Justice!”
What is Special Investigation Robo Janperson?
Special Investigation Robo Janperson is a Japanese television series that was part of the Metal Hero Series. The series was produced by Toei Company in 1993.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1993
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 50
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 31, 1993
- Last aired
- Jan 9, 1994
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- tv asahi
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Kids, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Special Investigation Robo Janperson is a Japanese television series that was part of the Metal Hero Series. The series was produced by Toei Company in 1993. It revolves around Janperson, a robotic detective who patrols the streets of Tokyo. Janperson fights against three different underworld organizations that use super technology to subjugate the masses. Unlike most Metal Heroes, the series does not typically feature a monster-of-the-week, and its villains are primarily criminals. The name given to this series by Toei for international distribution is Jumperson. The series is part of the larger Metal Hero Series, which was also produced by Toei Company.
Should you watch it?
“A cyber‑detective battles tech‑armed crime syndicates across Tokyo.”
- Combines superhero action with police‑procedural storytelling
- Shows 1990s Japanese sci‑fi aesthetic
- Part of Toei’s Metal Hero legacy
- Limited monster‑of‑the‑week episodes
- Targeted toward younger audiences may affect tone
Watch it if you enjoy fast‑paced sci‑fi action with a detective twist.
The series features action and sci‑fi themes suitable for older children and teens.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 50 episodes
- E1 The Mysterious New Hero Jan 31, 1993
- E2 I Am Justice! Feb 7, 1993
- E3 Wanted - Robotic Hero Feb 14, 1993
- E4 The Fang Of The Strongest Corps Which Face Feb 21, 1993
- E5 Enter: Neo-Guild! Feb 28, 1993
- E6 The Frozen Man Who Wanders About Mar 7, 1993
- E7 As For Me Girl? Mar 14, 1993
- E8 The New Face Of The Hero Whom You Saw Mar 21, 1993
- E9 My Father Is An Android! Mar 28, 1993
- E10 In God Of Luck Carefulness Apr 4, 1993
- E11 A Heading Prophecy Apr 11, 1993
- E12 Blood Is More Weightful Than Water Apr 18, 1993
- E13 The Secret of Janperson, Super Ancient Soldier Apr 25, 1993
- E14 Friendship Before The Blasting Sun / Size May 2, 1993
- E15 The Angel Who Throws Away The Wing May 9, 1993
- E16 Mystery Of The Golden Bird May 16, 1993
- E17 First Opening - JP Base May 23, 1993
- E18 The Secret Story of Janperson's Birth May 30, 1993
- E19 Mysterious Thief - Electromagnetic Transmission Burglar Jun 6, 1993
- E20 The Ninja Arts - Your Life Or My Life Jun 13, 1993
- E21 Challenge - Cancer Gun Gibson, Carol and Neo-Guild Hitman Jun 20, 1993
- E22 Crash: Janperson versus Gun Gibson Jun 27, 1993
- E23 To Die For Justice Jul 4, 1993
- E24 The History Upper Beginning - The Enemy Which Cannot Be Pushed Down Jul 11, 1993
- E25 Battle Of The Quickest Gun Fighters - King Decisive Game Jul 18, 1993
- E26 The Turbo-Charged Chariot Jul 25, 1993
- E27 The True Face Of A Large Leader Aug 1, 1993
- E28 Tree Of Life, Shadow Warrior Aug 8, 1993
- E29 Death For The Androids Aug 15, 1993
- E30 Rupture - Last Soul Aug 22, 1993
- E31 The birth of a new Janperson model? Aug 29, 1993
- E32 The Labyrinth From Which It Can't Be Escaped Sep 5, 1993
- E33 Ardent Love Man Of Outer Space One Sep 12, 1993
- E34 Good Bye In Intense Fighting Sep 19, 1993
- E35 Reckless Driving Sailor Blouse Sep 26, 1993
- E36 Life It Does Shortly, The Beauty Boy Oct 3, 1993
- E37 Justice Vs Love Oct 10, 1993
- E38 Gun Gibson Scattered About Oct 17, 1993
- E39 Beautiful Woman Secretary Of Hell Oct 24, 1993
- E40 Target Base - Changing Illusion Crimelord Oct 31, 1993
- E41 Decision Dead Sphere Of Thrust Trap Nov 7, 1993
- E42 In The Heat Of Battle Nov 14, 1993
- E43 The Last Super Fighter Nov 21, 1993
- E44 The Queen Who Burns! Nov 28, 1993
- E45 The Road To Death Dec 5, 1993
- E46 NG Last Battle! Dec 12, 1993
- E47 Puzzle? Storm Of Betrayal Dec 19, 1993
- E48 JP Base's Destruction! Dec 26, 1993
- E49 When Gun Gibson goes out in Flames Jan 2, 1994
- E50 Janperson Forever Jan 9, 1994
Frequently asked questions
What is Janperson?
Janperson is a robotic detective who patrols Tokyo and fights criminals using advanced technology.
Who are the main antagonists?
The show’s villains are three underworld organizations that wield super technology to control the masses.
Is the series similar to other Metal Hero shows?
It shares the Metal Hero branding but focuses more on crime‑drama cases than monster‑of‑the‑week battles.
Does each episode feature a monster?
Unlike many Metal Hero series, monster‑of‑the‑week episodes are rare, with most foes being human criminals.
What international name was the series released under?
Toei distributed the series internationally under the title Jumperson.