Hanshichi’s Casebook

Hanshichi’s Casebook, known as '半七捕物帳' in Japanese, is a classic detective novel series written by 岡本綺堂 (Okamoto Kido). Set in the late Edo period, the stories follow the retired detective Hanshichi as he recounts his past cases to a journalist. Blending historical fiction and mystery, the series offers a rich depiction of Edo-period society and customs. With 68 short stories published from 1917 to 1937, Hanshichi shines as a character with exceptional problem-solving abilities and a sharp intuition, tackling intricate cases using a mix of logic and local knowledge. The novel genres include adventure, horror, mature, mystery, psychological, slice of life, and supernatural elements.