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Private Detective Dobu

Show Info

  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: April 10, 1991
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 7
  • Networks: Fuji TV
  • Genres: Crime, Drama, Action & Adventure
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Private Detective Dobu(1991)

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Overview

Dobu, an unconventional detective, teams up with Yoriki Samon to solve crimes in Yaoyacho, Edo, showcasing their courage and detective skills.

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Season 1

7 episodes • 1991

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1Murder case: The devil's little boxApr 10, 19910.0
2Murder Case: The Drift IslandApr 17, 19910.0
3Murder Case: Flame Little TownApr 24, 19910.0
4Murder Case: Mysterious Consecutive KitesMay 1, 19910.0
5Murder Case: KyotoMay 8, 19910.0
6Murder Case: Village of Hot SpringMay 15, 19910.0
7Murder Case: Prepared Short Metal TruncheonMay 22, 19910.0

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