The anime adaptation of The After-Dinner Mysteries is set to air in April 2025. The main cast includes Kana Hanazawa as Reiko Hosho, Yuki Kaji as Kageyama, and Mamoru Miyano as Kyoichiro Kazamatsuri.

Story Overview

Set in Kunitachi, Tokyo, the story follows Reiko Hosho, a novice detective at the local police department who is secretly the heiress to the globally renowned Hosho Group. Accompanying her is Kageyama, her butler and chauffeur, who is as sharp-tongued as he is brilliant at solving mysteries. With his infamous remark, “Milady, are you blind?”, Kageyama points out Reiko’s lack of deductive skills while unraveling intricate cases in a unique blend of witty banter and serious mystery.

Background and Popularity

Initially serialized in 2007 in Shogakukan’s Bungaku Post, the novel series gained widespread acclaim upon its publication in 2010. The story was adapted into a live-action TV drama in 2011 starring Sho Sakurai and Keiko Kitagawa, followed by a movie in 2013. The series has also been adapted into manga and stage productions, with total sales exceeding 4.95 million copies.

Cast and Production Team

Kana Hanazawa as Reiko Hosho
Yuki Kaji as Kageyama
Mamoru Miyano as Kyoichiro Kazamatsuri

Key Staff:
Character Designs: Oreco Tachibana (Promise Cinderella, Hotaru no Yomeiri)
Director: Mitsuyuki Masuhara (Ace of Diamond, Polar Bear Café)
Series Composition: Mariko Kunisawa (The Case Files of Jeweler Richard, Bartender)
Character Design and Chief Animation Director: Izumi Kawada (Gold Kingdom and Water Kingdom)
Music: Hahata Takeshi
Animation Studio: Madhouse

Teaser PV and Highlights

A teaser PV showcasing key moments from the anime has been released. The clip features Reiko and Kageyama's banter, along with action-packed scenes, including Reiko’s inner monologue as she reacts to Kyoichiro’s antics and Kageyama's razor-sharp deductions.

Comments from the Cast

Kana Hanazawa (Reiko Hosho)
“The charm of this anime lies in its dynamic character interactions and their constantly changing expressions. Reiko and Kazamatsuri, in particular, are incredibly lively, and I had a blast bringing out Reiko’s quirkiness and endearing personality in her reactions.”

Yuki Kaji (Kageyama)
“Kageyama is a tricky character—sharp, witty, and full of dry humor. I’m thrilled to explore his dynamic with Reiko and Kazamatsuri and bring his unique energy to life. It’s been a challenging but rewarding role!”

Mamoru Miyano (Kyoichiro Kazamatsuri)
“Kyoichiro is equal parts charming and over-the-top, with a flair for dramatic reactions. His chaotic energy is both exhausting and entertaining to portray, and I hope audiences enjoy the humor and heart of this show.”

Source : ORICON NEWS