Shin Hanshichi torimono chô(1997)

Shin Hanshichi torimono chô is a Japanese television series based on Okamoto Kido's celebrated 68-novel cycle from the early 20th century. The story follows Hanshichi, a brilliant young detective navigating crime and intrigue in Edo-era Japan. Two years after his wife's death, Hanshichi lives a solitary life in a modest tenement, though his devoted sister-in-law Okume regularly checks on him, harboring unspoken feelings. Sanada Hiroyuki, known to international audiences for his work in action cinema, anchors the series as the sharp-witted protagonist. The show balances mystery and human drama as Hanshichi unravels complex cases while contending with loneliness and the quiet attention of those around him.