An Exciting Return
Fans of the captivating mystery series can rejoice as oku tomoya and aoki munetaka return in the eagerly awaited installment, ‘Tokei-kan no Satsujin’ (Time to Seize the Satsujin). This second chapter of the ‘kan’ series, adapted from Ayatsuji Yukito’s popular novels, promises to immerse viewers in a world of suspense and intrigue.
Story Overview
Set in 1989, the plot unfolds at a mysterious mansion near Kamakura. Following his completion of graduate studies, Kawaminami Takaaki (Oku) starts a new job as an editor for the occult magazine Chaos, published by Kitansha. Accompanied by the deputy editor-in-chief, he participates in a séance intended to contact a ghost said to haunt the estate. However, when the psychic vanishes unexpectedly, the group finds themselves ensnared in a chilling series of murders.
Character Connections
In the midst of the unfolding chaos, we see the emergence of Shimada Kiyoshi (Aoki), a fledgling detective writer known by the pen name Shishiya Kadomi. Hearing of Takaaki’s harrowing experiences, he embarks on a personal investigation into the mystery surrounding a poem titled ‘Silent Goddess’, which was left behind by the mansion’s owner. The combination of psychological depth and intricate storytelling has set considerable anticipation for the series.
‘Tokei-kan no Satsujin’ is set to premiere exclusively on Hulu in February 2026, bringing with it the promise of a compelling narrative filled with twists and turns. Prepare to delve into a world where tension and mystery reign supreme!
