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Based on Yasutaka Tsutsui's novel, Fugou Keiji. The story centers around millionaire Daisuke Kambe, the heir to one of the wealthiest families in Japan, who is assigned as a detective to the Modern Crime Prevention Task Force (aka MCPTF), at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Taking full advantage of his vast family wealth, he spares no expense in solving complex crimes, and has the tendency to evaluate everything including individual human lives in terms of their monetary value. Haru Kat
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Tokyo Station
東京駅
The iconic red brick station building appears in the opening sequence and several transition scenes. Its historic Marunouchi side facade is particularly prominent when showing the characters' daily work routine in central Tokyo.
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Imperial Palace East Gardens
皇居外苑
The gardens surrounding the Imperial Palace appear in scenes depicting the clash between traditional Japanese culture and modern magical conflicts. The historical significance and serene atmosphere of the location emphasize the anime's themes about protecting what is precious.
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Odaiba
お台場
The futuristic cityscape of Odaiba with its modern buildings and waterfront views served as inspiration for several scenes depicting the modernized Tokyo Settlement. The area's artificial island setting and contemporary architecture align with the anime's vision of a technologically advanced occupied Japan.
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Tokyo Tower
東京タワー
The red and white communications tower appears in several panoramic shots of Tokyo during the zombie apocalypse. It serves as a landmark helping viewers orient themselves within the devastated cityscape shown throughout the series.
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Ginza District
銀座
The upscale shopping and dining district represents the high-end culinary world that the characters aspire to join. Several restaurant exteriors in Ginza serve as models for establishments featured in the BLUE competition storyline.