City Hunter

City Hunter (1987-1999)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Action, Anime, Crime

The series follows the exploits of Ryo Saeba, a "sweeper" who is always found chasing beautiful girls and a private detective who works to rid Tokyo of crime, along with his associate or partner, Hideyuki Makimura. Their "City Hunter" business is an underground jack-of-all-trades operation, contacted by writing the letters "XYZ" on a blackboard at Shinjuku Station. One day, Hideyuki is murdered, and Ryô must take care of Hideyuki's sister, Kaori, a tomboy who becomes his new partner in the process. However, Kaori is very susceptible and jealous, often hitting Ryo with a giant hammer when he does something perverted. The story also follows the behind-the-scenes romance between Ryo and Kaori and the way they cooperate throughout each mission.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E13鎮魂のララバイ遠い国から来た貴公子oct. 10, 1991
S04E12追憶の首飾り事件! 獠と悪女と槙村とoct. 10, 1991
S04E11傷だらけのトリガー! 冴子が愛した刑事oct. 10, 1991
S04E10今夜だけこの愛を…都会のシンデレラ物語sept. 22, 1991
S04E09硝煙が行く場所。シティーハンターは夜明けで死ぬaoût 4, 1991
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did City Hunter premiere?

City Hunter premiered on April 6, 1987.

Who created City Hunter?

City Hunter was created by Tsukasa Hojo.

What is the basic premise of City Hunter?

The series follows the adventures of Ryo Saeba, a skilled detective-for-hire who deals with cases involving beautiful women, often leading to comedic situations and action-packed scenarios.

Who is the main protagonist of City Hunter?

Ryo Saeba is the main protagonist of City Hunter.

What is Ryo Saeba's profession in City Hunter?

Ryo Saeba is a professional "sweeper" or private detective in City Hunter.

Who is Ryo Saeba's partner in City Hunter?

Ryo's partner in City Hunter is Kaori Makimura.

What is Kaori Makimura's profession in City Hunter?

Kaori is a business partner and friend of Ryo and helps him with the cases he takes in City Hunter.

What is Umibozu's profession in City Hunter?

Umibozu is a rival detective-for-hire in City Hunter.

Who is Saeko Nogami in City Hunter?

Saeko Nogami is a police officer and love interest of Ryo in City Hunter.

What is the name of the bar where Ryo and Kaori work in City Hunter?

The bar where Ryo and Kaori work is called the Cat's Eye in City Hunter.

Who is the sister of Kaori in City Hunter?

The sister of Kaori in City Hunter is named Hitomi Makimura.

What is the relationship between Ryo and Kaori in City Hunter?

Ryo and Kaori have an on-and-off again romantic relationship, with Kaori often being frustrated by Ryo's flirtatious behavior in City Hunter.

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