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The Files of the Young Kindaichi
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The Files of the Young Kindaichi

1995-07-15 · 60 min / episode · ★ 7.6

Drama · Mystery

A young man who showed little promise while a high school student becomes a master detective, just like his grandfather.

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Nippon Television Network Corporation
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Japan
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Ended

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Shunsuke MichiedaShunsuke MichiedaHajime Kindaichi
Moka KamishiraishiMoka KamishiraishiMiyuki Nanase
Ikki SawamuraIkki SawamuraIsamu Kenmochi
Iwasaki TaishoIwasaki TaishoRyuta Saki

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