I’m so glad I started the Winter 2022 season with “Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu” (or “Police in a Pod” in English). I liked the first episode a lot, the art sty…
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Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 01
「アンボックス＆サンドバック」 (Anbokkusu Ando Sandobakku) "Unbox & Punching Bag" An intimate behind-the-scenes look at what it means to be a policewoman in Japan.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 12
A Part 「Saigen Ningyō」 (再現人形) "Reenactment Doll" B Part 「Sōsa Ikka」 (捜査一課) "First Investigation Division" This change in pacing has left some confused and running, others might find it painfully slow.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 11
A Part 「大麻と似顔絵」 (Taima to Nigaoe) "Cannabis and Likeness" B Part 「似顔絵狂騒録」 (Nigaoe Kyōsō Roku) "Sketch Artist Rhapsody" The start of a policewoman who turned into a mangaka.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 02
A Part 「ビギナーズ・ラック」 (Bigināzu Rakku) "Beginner's Luck" B Part 「ポリス・ジャングル」 (Porisu Janguru) "Police Jungle" Hakozume holds a certain kind of true-to-life that cannot be easily reproduced unless you've actually lived through it.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 05
A Part 「深夜のパトロール」 (Shin'ya no Patorōru) "Late-Night Patrol" B Part 「VS．チカン」 (Bāsasu. Chikan) "Vs. the Groper" Naughty kids get coal for Christmas!
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 03
A Part 「エース登場」 (Ēsu Tōjō) "Enter the Ace" B Part 「遺体は語る」 (Itai wa Kataru) "The Corpse's Tale" Sometimes the job involves a more humanitarian approach.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 08
A Part 「正義の暴走」 (Seigi no Bōsō) "Rampage of Justice" B Part 「筋肉バカ」 (Kinniku Baka) "Musclehead" “You’ll never be able to deal with certain people if you give up after one setback” -Sgt. Minamoto Seiji.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 07
A Part 「尾行選手権」 (Bikō Senshuken) "Tailing Championship" B Part 「人たらし」 (Hito Tarashi) "Smooth Talker" You don't play your ace until the end of the game.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 06
A Part 「合コン狂騒曲」 (Gōkon Kyōsō Kyoku) "The Roaring Mixer" B Part 「暴走ポリス」 (Bōsō Porisu) "Runaway Police" Police politics come with a lot of cobwebs.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 04
A Part 「拝啓お犬様」 (Haikei Oinu-sama) "Dear Dog-Sama" B Part 「ランナーズ・ハイ」 (Rannāzu Hai) "Runner's High" What a good puppy!
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 07)
In order to catch a meth dealer, Fuji and Kawai are going on a tailing mission! This time, the girls are joined by Minamoto and Yamada! And I’m…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 05)
Late night patrols mixed with ghost stories are not for the faint of heart! Who knew Kawai was such a scaredy-cat? 😆 The girls were out investigating a…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 11)
In this episode we find out how Kawai’s “unique” drawing skills actually make her a good composite artist. 😆 I was surprised to discover that there are no…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 12)
Continuing from where we left off last week and it’s already time for the reenactment! The procedure is very important since it’s essential for the police to know…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 06)
Do police officers have time to date? Their jobs can get very demanding after all, which leads to a lack of free time. But despite their long shifts…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 02)
In episode 2, the girls are dealing with some serious and dark topics like: sexual abuse, child prostitution and domestic violence. A new character was also introduced, her…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 04)
There’s no time to rest when you’re a police officer! Some missions can be very time consuming and it can get quite exhausting, especially if you’re a rookie…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 10)
I hope you’re all ready for an emotional roller-coaster! Episode 10 started out really fun and light but when it got to the second part, the story went…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 03)
I believe the strength of this anime lies in the way they are able to shed light to the real struggles of our current society, while also maintaining…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 08)
Fuji and Kawai make a great team and that’s a fact. But what happens when Kawai gets paired with someone else? Well, we’re going to find out in…
Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 09)
Strong Body = Sharp Mind, at least that’s what they say. But what happens when our favorite characters refuse to follow the lieutenant’s order and not exercise? 😆…
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 9 & 10
A Part 「逮捕術」 (Taiho Jutsu) "Arrest Techniques" B Part "UFO" & A Part 「警察手帳」 (Keisatsu Techō) "Police ID" B Part 「トラウマ」 (Torauma) "Trauma" A mix between seriousness and trying for comedy.
Hakozume – Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 13 (END)
A Part 「勝負は一瞬」 (Shōbu wa Isshun) "Victory is Decided in an Instant" B Part 「コマよ走れ」 (Koma yo Hashire) "Run, Grunt" Wanting to be all the things, means you're never gonna be good at any…
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Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu (Episode 13) – [END]
Episode 13 marks the end of season one for “Police in a Pod”! I don’t know about you but I’m going to miss my weekly dose of cynical…
Hakozume: Koban Joshi no Gyakushuu – 03
Much more so than the first two episodes, this one found the right balance between seriousness and whimsy. Read more
Winter 2022 Impressions: Leadale no Daichi nite, Hakozume: Kouban Joshi no Gyakushuu, Orient
Leadale no Daichi nite Short Synopsis: Bedridden gamer becomes her in-game character 200 years in the future after a hospital fails to install back-up power for her life…
Second Impressions – Hakozume: Koban Joshi no Gyakushuu
I wouldn't say this episode moved the needle much either way for me. Read more
First Impressions Digest – Tokyo 24-ku, Orient, Hakozume: Koban Joshi no Gyakushuu
Another season, another year. Read more
12 Days of Anime 2022 – Day 01: Hakozume
The first anime I’ve chosen to showcase in this series of posts is Hakozume, a cop anime. Now I’m sure everyone has seen shows about cops before. If…
Hakozume - Episode 6 - Fuji Annoyed
Fuji was on a group date with Kawai when they discovered their annoying detective colleagues at the same bar. What bad luck! Hakozume - Episode 6.
Hakozume - Episode 5 - Annoyed Fuji
Fuji showed her annoyance at Kawai's lazy attitude in keeping their patrol car clean. Kawai needed to adjust to night shifts. Hakozume - Episode 5.
Hakozume - Episode 12 - Fuji Slaps Yamada
Yamada stopped an argument between Fuji and Minamoto, as he usually does. Fuji then paid him back as she usually does! Hakozume - Episode 12.
Hakozume - Episode 2 - Fuji Pissed Off
Fuji used to be a detective, and she reminds the younger ones she still has seniority over them. Hakozume - Episode 2.
Hakozume - Episode 8 - Fuji Slaps Yamada
Fuji can't slap a subordinate when he says crazy things, but she can slap an equal rank like Yamada in his place. Hakozume - Episode 8.
Hakozume - Episode 4 - Fuji Drinks Beer
Fuji is drinking buddies with classmates from her police academy class. Surprisingly, Minamoto still shares beers with her. Hakozume - Episode 4.
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Hakozume - Episode 1 - Sergeant Fuji First Impression
Sergeant Fuji looked like a gracefully beautiful police lady to rookie cop Kawai. How lucky she is to be her new partner! Hakozume - Episode 1.
Hakozume - Episode 9 - Fuji Helps Kawai Stretch
Policewomen need to train their bodies for arrest techniques. This is Kawai's least favorite part of civil service. Hakozume - Episode 9.
Hakozume - Episode 7 - Fuji Lifts Up Blouse
Minamoto remembered the problems he had with Fuji on their first stakeout. Two specific problems! Hakozume - Episode 7.
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