Best Mystery Anime of 2019

Nestled within a dense forest and secured by a gated entrance, the Grace Field House serves as a home for orphans who live harmoniously as a single family under the care of their beloved "Mama," Isabella. While the children must undergo daily tests, they are permitted to enjoy their free time outdoors, provided they strictly adhere to the rule of staying close to the orphanage. Every few months, a child is adopted and sent away to a new family, never to be heard from again. Yet, the three eldest siblings grow suspicious of the orphanage's true nature and soon uncover the grim reality facing the children, including the sinister truth behind their affectionate Mama.

As Yumeko Jabami's reputation grows and the student council loses its grip on power, Kirari Momobami decides to restructure the organization by calling for a presidential election. The rules are simple: each student at the academy receives a single chip, and after thirty days, whoever holds the most chips becomes the new student council president and leader of the Momobami family. In response, the branch families of the Momobami clan swing into action. Eleven transfer students enroll at Hyakkao Private Academy, each determined to seize control of both the school and the family hierarchy. Equipped with unique skills, they compete to gather the most chips, aware that their goals reach far beyond merely securing votes.

After the three-way organizational war ends, government official Ango Sakaguchi remembers an event from years ago, following the death of the previous Port Mafia boss. At that time, Osamu Dazai was still a new recruit and was assigned to investigate rumors about a mysterious explosion that had destroyed part of the city years earlier, along with its possible link to the alleged return of the former boss. Forced by circumstances beyond his control, Dazai is paired with Chuuya Nakahara, the talented but hotheaded leader of a rival gang called the Sheep, to find out the truth behind the case and uncover the mystery of Arahabaki—the fire god who may hold the key to solving it. Back in the present, the Armed Detective Agency returns to its usual routine. But their peaceful break is short-lived, as both old and new enemies gather their strength and prepare for another confrontation.

In the year 2063, space travel has become a practical and commercial reality. When the cheerful Aries Spring arrives at the spaceport for a camp on the distant planet McPa, a reckless thief snatches her purse. The athletic Kanata Hoshijima quickly retrieves it, and Aries learns he is among the group of teenagers joining her on the excursion as team B-5. After reaching their campsite, the trip takes a sudden turn when a strange sphere of black light pulls them into the depths of outer space. Stranded with little hope, they discover an abandoned ship nearby that offers a way home. However, they soon realize they are not near their campsite but are actually thousands of light-years away from home. Faced with this reality, the nine members must carefully manage their resources, preserve their strength, and work together to overcome the challenges of space. Though the reason for their abrupt predicament remains unclear, they set out on the perilous journey back home aboard their new ship, the Astra.

The Sibyl System now allows society to measure mental states on a numerical scale. By using these "crime coefficients," authorities can apprehend a criminal before they actually commit a crime. But is this truly a flawless system? For Inspectors Kei Mikhail Ignatov and Arata Shindou, that question remains unanswered as they begin their careers with the Public Safety Bureau's Crime Investigation Department. Shindou and Ignatov are tasked with investigating the crash of a ship carrying immigrants, and they start to suspect that the incident was not an accident. At the same time, a mysterious group known as Bifrost watches them from the shadows, and they are not the only ones keeping an eye on the two new Inspectors.

The day of graduation has arrived, signaling the conclusion of Koyomi Araragi's unusual high school years filled with strange connections to supernatural entities. Yet, Araragi suddenly gets pulled into his own bathroom mirror, finding himself trapped in a topsy-turvy realm where everything familiar is flipped upside down—the usually arrogant Karen Araragi is uncharacteristically short, the typically stoic Yotsugi Ononoki is overflowing with feelings, and the cute ghost girl Mayoi Hachikuji has become a full-grown woman! But appearances can be deceiving. Zoku Owarimonogatari follows Araragi's journey through this strange dimension as he fights to find his way back home and unravel the mysteries of this peculiar world.

Quiet rumors circulate among the female students at Shinyo Academy about a mysterious supernatural being. This being is Boogiepop, a shinigami said to kill people at the peak of their beauty before their charm fades. Few know his true identity: a protector who, after periods of inactivity, emerges as the alternate personality of high school girl Touka Miyashita to battle "the enemies of the world." Now, a series of unexplained disappearances—dismissed by the school as mere runaways—has roused Boogiepop. But somewhere on the campus, a dangerous creature lurks, waiting for the right moment to strike. Boogiepop wa Warawanai gently examines the deep connections between human beings and their experience of time, while exploring the intricate relationships, emotions, memories, and pasts of its characters.

In Tokyo's newly created Shiniki district, Zen Seizaki works as a diligent public prosecutor at the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office. Assigned to a false advertising case, Zen, together with his assistant officer Atsuhiko Fumio, looks into Japan Supiri, a pharmaceutical company that submitted fake clinical trial data for its new drug. While examining the file of Shin Inaba, an anesthesiologist linked to the crime, the investigation takes a dark turn when Zen discovers a page stained with a mix of blood, hair, and skin, with the letter "F" scrawled all over it. As he probes further, the case expands beyond Zen's expectations and grows immensely complicated, challenging his sense of justice and his grasp of the truth. Delving deeper into the investigation, Zen starts to uncover a hidden scheme behind the ongoing mayoral election, along with connections to various people of interest involved in the election and those closer to him than he realizes. The case intensifies, thrusting Zen into an unforeseen storm of corruption and deceit surrounding the election, the creation of the Shiniki district, and the mysterious woman tied to it all.

A decade after his defeat in the Fourth Holy Grail War, Waver Velvet—now known as Lord El-Melloi II—serves as an instructor at the Clock Tower, the premier institution for mage education. Yet his lordship comes with a condition: he must follow the orders of Reines, the younger sister of the late Kayneth El-Melloi, until she comes of age to lead the El-Melloi household. Alongside his enigmatic apprentice Gray, Waver tackles a series of assignments given by Reines and the Mages Association. As each mystery grows more intricate than the last, questions arise about hidden depths within the Clock Tower and the secrets Reines keeps close.

This film compiles episodes nine through thirteen of the 2017 television series. Riko and Reg descend into the third layer, where Riko experiences the Curse for the first time. They continue down to the fourth layer, where an Orbed Piercer injures Riko's arm, prompting Reg to attempt a rescue. Nanachi arrives to help, saving Riko's poisoned arm. In exchange, Nanachi asks Reg to kill her immortal companion, Mitty. Following this, Nanachi joins Riko and Reg on their journey to reach the bottom of the Abyss.

This film compiles episodes one through eight of the 2017 television series, incorporating new scenes for the opening. It follows Riko as she descends into the Abyss alongside her robotic companion, Reg, and chronicles their journey to the second layer, where they encounter the White Whistle Ozen. Ozen then discloses information regarding Riko's mother.

Iride Akatsuki finds a hidden area in the game 'Nakanohito Genome' that is actually a real life challenge. After being kidnapped, he wakes up in a strange place with several other teammates. Each person specializes in a specific type of game, like farming games, fighting games, puzzle games, and so on. A teacher with a llama head gathers them after clearing level 1 to explain how the game will proceed. Will this group of gamers succeed and make it back to their real lives?

Fifteen years ago, a hyperspace gate materialized in the Pacific Ocean, linking Earth to a strange realm inhabited by fairies and monsters. The city of San-Teresa became home to over two million of these otherworldly beings. However, this population surge brought its own problems—drugs, prostitution, and human trafficking. To address the rampant crime lurking in the city's shadows, a new division was formed within the San-Teresa Metropolitan Police. Former JSDF soldier Kei Matoba is one of the department's top cops, despite his tendency to occasionally bend the rules. After a fairy trafficking case goes wrong, Kei loses Rick Fury, his friend and partner of four years, setting him on a path of vengeance. To assist with the case, the department pairs him with Tilarna Exedilika, a noble from the Farbani Kingdom. As one of the Knights of Mirvor, her mission is to rescue the noble fairy Kei encountered during his last case. Despite his dislike for non-humans, he agrees to the arrangement at his superiors' request. Now, this unlikely duo must work together and set aside their differences to return the missing fairy to her homeland and avenge the death of Kei's partner.

Wei Wuxian continues to pretend he is the mad troublemaker from the Lanling Jin Clan, now living at the Cloud Recesses. Meanwhile, his former fellow cultivator, Lan Wangji, investigates the demonic severed arm that is in their possession. The arm radiates an intense malevolent energy, forcing the two to cooperate to hold it in check. Yet the severed arm is not the only dark presence threatening the area. As spiritual disturbances intensify within the mountains belonging to the Gusu Lan Clan, the pair must work to bring back the natural order. The tale of Wei Wuxian's disgrace deepens, revealing more about his journey into the forbidden demonic cultivation. The demonic arm puts further pressure on his already troublesome disposition. Now he must demonstrate that he has genuinely left the evil path behind and is not the crazed sorcerer others still believe him to be.

On the east side of Shinjuku Ward lies Kabukichou, a chaotic city that shines brightly with neon lights while concealing hidden darkness. John H. Watson works at a university hospital on the west side and is searching for someone to help him with an unusual case. His search leads him to the Pipe Cat, an underground bar that serves as a meeting place and job board for some of Shinjuku's top detectives, most notably Sherlock Holmes. After finding the bar and meeting the eccentric investigators, John learns they are working on a case involving Jack the Ripper, a notorious serial killer. Due to subsequent events, John ends up driving Sherlock to the scene of a murder believed to be committed by Jack the Ripper. Although John is only there to ask for Sherlock's help with his own case, he witnesses Sherlock brilliantly unravel the truth behind the crime scene. However, he starts to realize that Sherlock is not only a genius detective but also an odd personality. As John continues to request Sherlock's assistance with his case, he finds himself drawn into the detective lifestyle of solving cases beyond the comprehension of ordinary people. Through this work, John begins to see the true nature of Kabukichou's chaotic city and starts to uncover the disturbing mystery behind his own case.

The Nocturnal Community Relations Division is a team specializing in resolving cases involving eerie occult beings that remain unseen by ordinary humans during the night. Unsuspecting Arata Miyako is assigned to the Shinjuku Ward Office of this division, where he meets his fellow members Theo Himezuka and Kyouichi Sakaki. On his first night, Arata embarks on a mission and is astonished to discover that every supernatural creature he once believed fictional actually exists—and that he is the only human capable of understanding their non-human speech. His surprises continue when he later encounters a legendary creature known as a Tengu, who addresses him as the famous Heian-era exorcist Abe no Seimei. Unfamiliar with this exorcist, Arata pays it no mind and proceeds to work with his team, using his unique ability to help resolve their cases. Mistaken by many occult beings as Abe no Seimei and quickly gaining notoriety for his special skill, Arata grows curious about his origins and becomes more invested in solving cases involving the creatures he meets, after learning of a certain connection between himself and the exorcist. However, he soon finds that dealing with supernatural creatures is not as simple as he thought, as danger becomes a fundamental part of his everyday findings and his ability begins to present an unexpected issue.

A metropolis vanishes without a trace, leaving professional courier Takuya, a solitary figure, to encounter Yuki, the sole survivor of the catastrophe. Guided by a communication from Yuki’s father, who is presumed missing, the duo sets out to locate the vanished location known as Lost. Their path is fraught with unforeseen challenges that prove particularly jarring for Yuki. They must navigate the grief of those left behind, contend with a shadowy organization pulling the strings, and expose a concealed conspiracy. Initially strangers, Takuya and Yuki strengthen their connection as they journey together to solve the enigma surrounding the disappeared city.

In a modern Tokyo where humans and supernatural beings like elves, dwarves, and vampires live side by side, a dark threat emerges. Although powerful dragons once ruled this mixed world before vanishing, a sinister organization known as Nine now seeks their lost miracles, unleashing chaos and mass murder across the city. To counter this danger, law enforcement assembles Special 7, an elite squad of operatives with abilities far surpassing those of normal humans. Seiji Nanatsuki, a rookie detective, finds his life upended during a hostage situation at a bank, where he crosses paths with Shiori Ichinose, a member of Special 7. After helping to resolve the crisis, Seiji’s strong moral compass and refreshing demeanor catch the attention of the team, earning him a sudden promotion to their ranks. Seiji quickly discovers that joining Special 7 is nothing like the police work he imagined. Collaborating with a diverse team of species, each possessing unique powers and lively personalities, injects constant unpredictability into both his investigations and personal life. As ordinary crimes persist in Tokyo, Seiji and his teammates must not only tackle special cases but also thwart the ruthless schemes of Nine.

Drugs have become a major source of conflict in Japan, with drug-related crimes rising at an alarming rate. Unable to manage the growing turmoil, the police force decided to form a specialized unit called STAND, composed of unique experts and professionals better equipped to handle the crisis. Rei Izumi is a newcomer assigned to the narcotics investigation division, tasked with the challenging mission of recruiting potential members for STAND. Though she was recommended for her strong sense of justice and dedication to police work, Rei also possesses a unique trait that may have secured her the position—she is immune to many, if not most, types of drugs. Eager to find candidates for STAND, Rei quickly discovers that scouting these individuals is far more difficult than expected. Each candidate harbors their own personal feelings, beliefs, and level of willingness to join the team and address the drug issue as a whole. Her competence as a narcotics officer is also called into question by the many colorful personalities she encounters, creating conflict and unpredictability in Rei's daily life. However, persuading the various contenders for STAND is not her only challenge, as becoming involved in the treacherous underworld of drugs—filled with deceit and secrecy—proves far more dangerous than she ever anticipated.

Third season of Oshiri Tantei.

Second season of Oshiri Tantei.