Gourmet Detective Goro Akechi (2020)

Other name: 美食探偵 明智五郎, Bishoku Tantei Akechi Goro

Description:

Gourmet Detective Goro Akechi runs his private detective agency from a discreet office conveniently located near Omotesando in bustling Tokyo. More than just a sharp investigator, Goro is a devout epicurean, for whom savoring three delicious meals daily is an absolute necessity, a ritual as crucial as solving a case. His meticulously planned culinary schedule and keen observational skills are put to the test when a distressed housewife approaches him. Convinced her husband is having an affair, she implores Goro Akechi to investigate and unearth the truth. As Goro delves into the complexities of marital infidelity, his journey through Tokyo's vibrant food scene inadvertently becomes an integral part of his investigation, blurring the lines between gourmet exploration and dedicated detective work. His discerning palate and attention to detail, usually reserved for exquisite dishes, might just be the key to uncovering the secrets hidden within the city's hidden alleys and upscale eateries.

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Comedy; Detective; Food; Investigation; Suspense