Furuhata Ninzaburo Extra: Police Officer Imaizumi Shintaro(1996)

Furuhata Ninzaburo Extra: Police Officer Imaizumi Shintaro is a spin-off comedy that shifts focus to the bumbling detective's loyal partner. Officer Imaizumi Shintaro, the well-meaning but often clumsy sidekick, finds himself venting his daily frustrations to Kuwabara, the perpetually uninterested forensic technician. The series mines humor from their mismatched dynamic—Shintaro's earnest complaints colliding with Kuwabara's indifference. It's a lighthearted take on the supporting cast of the original detective series, exploring the comedic tension between a cop desperate to be heard and a technician who'd rather be anywhere else. Perfect for fans of workplace comedy and character-driven humor.