Kasouken no Onna

The protagonist, Sakaki Mariko, is a forensic scientist at the Kyoto Prefectural Police’s Forensic Research Institute. Driven by the belief that “science doesn’t lie,” she relentlessly pursues the truth. Together with her quirky and unique colleagues, she uses her expertise in forensic medicine, chemistry, physics, document analysis, and cutting-edge technology to unravel the mysteries behind numerous cases.

Season 2.

There exists a police organization that identifies criminals by utilizing the latest “scientific technology” based on minimal clues. Its name is the Scientific Crime Laboratory, commonly known as “Kasouken.” Set in this crime investigation support organization “Kasouken” that works behind the scenes, the series depicts the activities of female researcher Sakaki Mariko (Sawaguchi Yasuko) who, alongside a team of uniquely characterized scientific investigators, approaches crime using “science” as their weapon.

The fourth installment in the series depicting the activities of protagonist Sakaki Mariko (Sawaguchi Yasuko) as she confronts continuous crimes through science! Mariko, who previously transferred to the National Police Agency’s Scientific Police Research Institute, returns to the Kyoto Prefectural Police’s Scientific Crime Laboratory. The reason for her return is not readily revealed, but there’s a certain “secret” hidden behind it…

In this mystery series, Sakaki Mariko, a forensic researcher at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Scientific Investigation Research Laboratory, portrayed by Sawaguchi Yasuko, confronts increasingly heinous and high-tech crimes using “science” as her weapon. Blood stains, hair, skin fragments, and bodily fluids—she uses scientific methods to identify microscopic evidence left at crime scenes, and sometimes even invisible evidence that perpetrators have attempted to erase, leading to case resolutions.

This season, the forensic lab welcomes a young female researcher, while the Criminal Investigation Division gets a new male detective. Together with this enhanced “teamwork” and “combination,” they delve deeper into the truth behind each case.

This mystery series features Sakaki Mariko, a forensic researcher at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Scientific Investigation Research Institute played by Sawaguchi Yasuko, who fights against increasingly vicious and high-tech crimes using “science” as her weapon. Blood stains, hair, skin fragments, body fluids – she uses the power of science to identify minute evidence left at crime scenes, and sometimes even invisible evidence that criminals have tried to erase, connecting these findings to solve cases. Starting this series, elite police inspector Shiba Mikie joins as a supervisor, launching new developments in the story.

This mystery series features Sakaki Mariko, a forensic researcher at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Scientific Investigation Research Institute, played by Sawaguchi Yasuko, who fights against increasingly vicious and high-tech crimes using “science” as her weapon. Blood stains, hair, skin fragments, body fluids – she uses the power of science to identify minute evidence left at crime scenes, and sometimes even invisible evidence that criminals have tried to erase, connecting these findings to solve cases. Starting this series, the intimidating forensics section chief Fujikura Jinichi joins the team, launching new developments in the story.

The “Kasouken no Onna” series depicts forensic researcher Sakaki Mariko (Sawaguchi Yasuko) from the Kyoto Prefectural Police Crime Scene Investigation Laboratory (commonly known as Kasouken), along with her uniquely quirky research team members who challenge themselves to solve cases and uncover the truth through their specialized expertise in forensics, physics, chemistry, document analysis, and exceptional teamwork. In this series, the human relationships surrounding protagonist Mariko advance to a new stage. Furthermore, the program’s core element of “scientific investigation” will be portrayed more vividly through even clearer and more accessible visuals!

Sakaki Mariko returns! The popular mystery series with the longest running history among current dramas gets even more powerful as Season 15 begins!

The “Kasouken no Onna” (Woman of the Forensics Lab) series centers on forensic researcher Sakaki Mariko (Sawaguchi Yasuko) at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Science Investigation Research Institute (commonly known as Kasouken), depicting how she and her uniquely quirky fellow researchers use their specialized expertise in forensics, physics, chemistry, and document examination as weapons to uncover the truth behind criminal cases.

The biggest highlight of this season is the shocking new regular cast member! Making her debut as Mariko’s strongest enemy in “Kasouken no Onna” history is Ochiai Sakiko, a female detective who has transferred to the Organized Crime Countermeasures Division (commonly known as Sotai). This ruthless female detective – “the woman of Sotai” – makes her dramatic entrance! Sparks will fly between Mariko and Sakiko. How will their conflict intensify? Don’t miss the thrilling 15th season!

Kyoto Prefectural Police First Investigation Division detectives Domon Kaoru and Kamohara Yuki discover the stabbed body of a shop owner at an herb store in Kyoto city. The investigation begins when Ochiai Sakiko, a detective from the Third Organized Crime Countermeasures Division, calls Kamohara about an expected group theft at the store, though her true motives remain suspicious as the detectives rush to the scene.

Although the store’s security camera footage had been deleted by the perpetrator, the forensic science team led by Mariko successfully restored the video evidence. The recovered footage reveals that Kawata Shuto, who has a prior record for controlled substance possession, committed the crime. However, when the detectives arrive at Kawata’s residence, they discover that Sakiko has already begun searching the premises, leaving Domon stunned by this development.

“CSI: Kyoto” VS. “Specialists from Various Fields”!!

The 16th series of this popular mystery drama, which boasts the longest history among current ongoing series, begins! “CSI: Kyoto” follows forensic researcher Sakaki Mariko and her uniquely quirky colleagues at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Crime Scene Investigation Laboratory (commonly known as CSI), as they tackle solving cases using their specialized expertise in forensics, physics, chemistry, document analysis, and other scientific techniques. This high-quality mystery series, which masterfully weaves together “cutting-edge forensic investigation techniques” and “rich human drama,” has maintained strong popularity since its debut in 1999 and stands as the longest-running series among current television dramas! The show’s commitment to constant evolution despite being a long-running series is perhaps the greatest reason it has garnered such high support over 17 years!

Cutting-edge forensic science techniques meet rich human drama in the 17th season of this beloved mystery series, boasting the longest-running history among current consecutive dramas! “Kasouken no Onna” centers on forensic researcher Sakaki Mariko (Sawaguchi Yasuko) at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Crime Scene Investigation Research Institute (commonly known as Kasouken), alongside her uniquely quirky fellow researchers who tackle complex cases using specialized expertise in forensic medicine, physics, chemistry, document analysis, and other scientific disciplines to uncover the truth behind mysterious crimes.

Latest forensic science investigation and lyrical episodes! “Shocking one-cut scenes featuring Mariko” and cuts showcasing Kyoto’s charm! The 18th series of this popular mystery boasts the longest history among current serial dramas!

“The Forensic Scientist” centers on forensic researcher Sakaki Mariko (Sawaguchi Yasuko) at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Scientific Investigation Research Institute (commonly known as Kasouken), depicting how the uniquely quirky researchers use their specialized expertise in forensics, physics, chemistry, document analysis, and other fields as weapons to challenge the elucidation of criminal cases. As a high-quality mystery where “cutting-edge forensic investigation techniques” intertwine with “rich human drama,” it has enjoyed enduring popularity since its 1999 debut and stands as the longest-running series among current television dramas.

The secret to its popularity lies in its relentless “evolution,” exemplified in aspects like “forensic investigation methods.” This commitment to progress as a production can be said to be the greatest reason for maintaining high support over such a long period. This 18th series also incorporates new challenges while presenting a lineup of gem-like episodes that touch the heartstrings of viewers!

Mysterious murder cases take place simultaneously around the world. Crime Laboratory Researcher Mariko Sakaki and Detective Kaoru Domon work together to solve the cases.

The Forensic Science Laboratory receives a report that a man has burned to death in a park. Sakaki Mariko rushes to the scene, where Kyoto police detective Domon Kaoru tells her a startling revelation. According to witnesses, the victim was walking and talking on his smartphone, but the moment he sat down on a bench, fire erupted from his body. Moreover, the fire continued to burn without the slightest movement. Mariko and her colleagues could not hide their confusion as to how on earth such a situation had occurred since there was no fire in the surrounding area….

Season 23 of the drama “Kasouken no Onna” will start airing in August 2023. More details will be revealed soon.

Season 24. (First episode is a 2 hour special that starts from 8PM on 3rd July 2024.)

The mystery drama centers on Sakaki Mariko, a forensic scientist at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Crime Lab, and highlights the work of researchers who use their expertise in forensic medicine, physics, chemistry, and document analysis in order to uncover the truth behind various cases. The story also depicts how Mariko passes on her passion to the next generation, including her younger colleagues who will confront the cases alongside her and the young guests involved in the incidents.

Final SP for the drama series “Kasouken no Onna” starring Sawaguchi Yasuko that brings the 26 year series to a close.
 
It centers on Sakaki Mariko, a forensic scientist at the Kyoto Prefectural Police Crime Lab, and highlights the work of researchers who use their specialized skills in forensic medicine, physics, chemistry, document analysis, and more to uncover the truth behind cases.
The setting of “Final” is the Smart Mobility Demonstration Zone in Kyoto City, a cutting-edge experimental area where advanced technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), AI (artificial intelligence), and autonomous driving systems have been introduced on a trial basis.
 
Suddenly, multiple IoT devices spiral out of control simultaneously, and a development staff member at a robotics company is killed after being caught in a deadly explosion.