Trace ~ Men of the science school ~(2019)

Trace ~ Men of the science school ~ is a Japanese crime series following Mano Reiji, a forensic researcher at Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Investigative Science Research Institute. Haunted by a traumatic past, Mano applies rigorous scientific analysis to solve murders, believing evidence always reveals truth. When rookie forensic researcher Sawaguchi Nonna joins his team, the two must navigate their contrasting approaches while investigating complex cases. Mano's unconventional methods and Nonna's fresh perspective create tension as they work to uncover killers through meticulous examination of crime scenes. The series balances procedural investigation with character development, exploring how trauma shapes investigative instinct and the partnership between an experienced, no-nonsense veteran and an eager newcomer learning the harsh realities of forensic work.