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Top 15 Mystery Anime That'll Challenge You to Solve The Case
The
mystery genre thrives on surprising viewers with unexpected twists,
clever conclusions, and a tense atmosphere. Mystery stories can combine
drama, murders, and supernatural forces to create something other than
standard detective stories.
Here are some of the best mystery anime series.
1. Hyouka
A calming blend of mystery and slice of life. Hyouka doesn't have mind racking mysteries, but it is a good starter series for people new to the genre.
![Hyouka](https://i.imgbox.com/GTgnJeXp.jpg)
Studio: Kyoto Animation
Episodes: 22 + 1 OVA
Quick Pitch: Houtarou
is an expert "personal energy conservationist," which means he is lazy.
At his sister's behest, Houtarou joins the Literary Club so that it
won't be abolished. However, Houtarou discovers that the club has a rich
history and is home to a 45-year-old mystery.
2. ERASED
A
time travel gimmick sets up a murder-mystery that involves a manga
artist trying to prevent the kidnapping and murder of a childhood
classmate.
![ERASED](https://i.imgbox.com/Vy0GfLTS.jpg)
Studio: A-1 Pictures
Episode: 12
Quick Pitch: Satoru
is a detached, 29-year-old manga artist with a mysterious power called
Revival. The ability sends him back in time before a life-threatening
event occurs near him. However, when Satoru's mom is murdered, he is
sent back in time to when he was 11. Piecing things together, Satoru
believes that preventing the kidnapping and murder of a classmate is the
key to preventing the his mom's murder.
3. Baccano!
A
non-linear story about alchemy, a mafia war, and the key to
immortality. The out-of-order episodes may confusing at first, but you
will be pulled into Baccano's world.
![Baccano](https://i.imgbox.com/lqXzKg95.jpg)
Studio: Brain's Base
Episode: 16
Quick Pitch: During
the 1930s in Chicago, a transcontinental train called the Flying
Pussyfoot begins its blood soaked journey. An immortality elixir is the
prize that draws various characters to the train.
4. Detective Conan
One of Japan's most beloved series, Detective Conan is
home to some really clever cases. The high episode count (842 and
counting) may seem intimidating, but viewing guides are available for
people looking for the best arcs.
![Detective Conan](https://i.imgbox.com/7rcc4Nc4.jpg)
Studio: TMS Entertainment
Episodes: 842+
Quick Pitch: Shinichi
Kudou is a renowned mystery expert at the age of seventeen. One day, he
stumbles across an illegal activity and is captured. Given an
experimental drug that was meant to kill him, Shinichi wakes up with the
body a seven-year-old. He adopts the alias of Conan Edogawa and
continues his quest to solving mysteries.
5. Gosick
Gosick blends a gothic atmosphere and teases the possibility of the supernatural.
![Gosick](https://i.imgbox.com/xSMrKnZL.jpg)
Studio: Bones
Episodes: 24
Quick Pitch: Kazuya
Kujo moves from Japan to the fictional European country of Sauville.
While visiting the school's library, he meets a girl named Victorique de
Blois. She possesses a brilliant mind that she uses to help her
detective brother solve crimes.
6. Higurashi: When They Cry
Strange deaths have plagued the once quiet village of Hinamizawa.
![Higurashi When They Cry](https://i.imgbox.com/rbYxyMIT.jpg)
Studio: Studio Deen
Episodes: 50 + 10 OVAs
Quick Pitch: Keiichi moves
to the village of Hinamizawa, and quickly becomes friends with his
classmates. However, Keiichi learns the village is housing a dark secret
that has led to several disappearances and murders.
7. Serial Experiments Lain
A young technophobe falls down a rabbit hole of conspiracy after receiving an odd email from a dead classmate.
![Serial Experiments Lain](https://i.imgbox.com/G6hIMXYN.jpg)
Studio: Triangle Staff / Pioneer LDC
Episodes: 13
Quick Pitch: Lain
is an awkward fourteen-year-old girl who wants nothing to do with
technology. Her curiosity wins out after she receives a disturbing email
from a classmate that committed suicide. The email leads Lain to the
Wired, a virtual communication service, but leads to Lain questing if
her life is even real.
8. Boogiepop Phantom
A
murder-mystery that takes place in a sleepy city, and does not linger
too long on a single character. The washed-out color tone and vignetting
(edges of the scenes are darker than the center) may take some time to
get used to.
![Boogiepop Phantom](https://i.imgbox.com/TF2IPoSH.jpg)
Studio: Madhouse
Episodes: 12
Quick Pitch: A
string of murders plagued an unnamed Japanese city five years ago. The
murderer was never caught, which led to the creation of an urban legend
named Boogiepop. High school students are starting to disappear, and
with no culprit, the blame is again put on Boogiepop.
9. Monster
Monster is
atypical in that we know that Johan is committing the crimes after the
first episode. The mystery comes from the string of conspiracies that
are connected to Johan and his motivation.
![Monster](https://i.imgbox.com/JOKvIOOp.jpg)
Studio: Madhouse
Episodes: 74
Quick Pitch: Dr.
Kenzou is a renowned Japanese surgeon working in Germany. One day, Dr.
Kenzou is forced to choose between saving the life of a young boy or the
town mayor. Little did Dr. Kenzou know that this decision would lead to
a life of turmoil.
10. Denpa-teki na Kanojo
A murder-mystery that centers around a delinquent and a delusional girl. The story will keep you guessing until the finale.
![Denpa-teki na Kanojo](https://i.imgbox.com/oIQS2Nmp.jpg)
Studio: Brain's Base
Episodes: 2
Quick Pitch: Juu
is a delinquent who has no use for friends. Despite his cold nature, a
girl named Ame claims to have known Juu in a past life, and swears to
serve as his knight. Wanting nothing to do with Ame, Juu has second
thoughts about her after news of a murdered classmate spreads.
11. Paranoia Agent
The only TV series created by renowned director Satoshi Kon. Paranoia Agent is a mind bending mystery that will have you guessing about the nature of Lil' Slugger.
![Paranoia Agent](https://i.imgbox.com/D1w2ieA9.jpg)
Studio: Madhouse
Episodes: 13
Quick Pitch: Tsukiko is
a well-known character designer who created Maromi. Under pressure to
repeat her success, Tsukiko is attacked by a boy with a golden bat. When
Tsukiko reports this to police, they believe that she is making up the
event do to the stress of her job.
12. Ghost Hunt
A blend of comedy, horror, supernatural, and mystery genres gives Ghost Hunt a unique and refreshing feel. One moment is filled with laughs, then it will switch it up with some scares.
![Ghost Hunt](https://i.imgbox.com/Ny3iLXZU.jpg)
Studio: J.C. Staff
Episodes: 25
Quick Pitch: Mai
and her friends love to share ghost stories. While tell a story in an
abandoned building, they get interrupted by Shibuya, who is the
president of the Shibuya Psychic Research Company. The next day, Mai
accidently breaks Shibuya's camera and injures one of his assistants. To
repay for the incident, Mai is forced to join Shibuya's group.
13. Un-Go
A
supernatural detective story that is based on the writings of Ango
Sakaguchi. The cases are set to the backdrop of a war torn Japan.
![Un-Go](https://i.imgbox.com/as80KmM4.jpg)
Studio: Bones
Episodes: 11 + 1 OVA
Quick Pitch: Shinjuurou
and his ghostly partner Inga have a reputation for cracking homicide
cases. However, Inga's motivation for helping Shinjuurou is as
mysterious as the cases they handle.
14. The Perfect Insider
Techno-based murder-mystery that takes place on an island, and involves the culprit wanting to play a game of wits.
![The Perfect Insider](https://i.imgbox.com/Y8uo4Hnn.jpg)
Studio: A-1 Pictures
Episodes: 11
Quick Pitch: Associate
professor Souhei Saikawa and his student Moe Nishinosono spend their
days discussing philosophy and computers. Shiki Magata is a genius
programmer, and she wants to meet the two on her island. Souhei
schedules a class trip, and when they arrive, they discover a pair of
murders.
15. Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers
Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers sets
up as a standard action-adventure series, but becomes a tense mystery
as the group of heroes try to discover a traitor in their team. The
biggest flaw with the show is the cliffhanger ending, which may never be
answered.
![Rokka: Braves of the Six Flowers](https://i.imgbox.com/wXagp6QH.jpg)
Studio: Passione
Episodes: 12
Quick Pitch: An
ancient legend states that during the revival of the Demon God, six
heroes will appear to protect the world. Adlet Meyer, the Strongest Man
in the World, travels to the continent of Piena in hopes to be chosen as
one of the six heroes. When he meets his comrades, they discover there
is seventh hero - and one of them is working for the Demon God.
What are your favorite mystery anime?
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