10 Smartest Anime Detectives

By Meena

Amidst despair and chaos, Kirigiri stands out with her calm demeanor and outstanding detective skills, unveiling twisted truths.

10. Kyoko Kirigiri – Danganronpa

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An elite detective, Morihiko's brilliance shines as he mentors students and solves mysteries with flair.

9. Dan Morihiko – Detective  School Q

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Returning to the force, Keith, with his analytical mind, hunts a vigilante while solving cryptic puzzles.

8. Keith Kazama Flick – B: The Beginning

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Curiosity drives Oriki, as he unravels everyday mysteries. His deduction prowess transforms mundane to intriguing.

7. Oriki Hotaru – Hyouka

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Grandson of a famous detective, Hajime, with his sharp logic, solves chilling murder mysteries, keeping his grandfather's legacy alive.

6. Hajime Kindaichi – The Kindaichi Case File

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Inheriting L's legacy, Near's genius intellect and strategic maneuvers challenge Kira in a riveting game of cat and mouse.

5. Near – Death Note

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A fascination with bones leads Sakurako to dissect mysteries, revealing secrets that go beyond the grave.

4. Sakurako Kujo – Beautiful Bones: Sakurako’s Investigation

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Enigmatic, brilliant, and sweets-loving, L's unparalleled investigative skills make him Kira's greatest adversary.

3. L – Death Note

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Trapped in a child's body, Conan uses gadgets and a keen mind to solve Japan's most baffling cases.

2. Conan Edogawa – Detective Conan

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An ex-mafia member turned detective, Daizai's strategic brilliance and deep understanding of the human psyche makes him unmatched.

1. Osamu Daizai – Bungou  Stray Dog

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