The best female detectives in anime

Important points

• Female detectives in anime defy stereotypes with unique characteristics and interesting personalities.
• Characters like Akane Tsunemori and Victorique de Blois stand out for their growth and puzzle-solving skills.
• Makoto Kusanagi from Ghost in the Shell paved the way for famous female cybernetic detectives.

From murder mysteries to solving supernatural crimes. The anime landscape is filled with all sorts of detective series. Although male characters are often associated with detective roles, But there are many anime that deviate from this pre-established concept by presenting female detectives as rivals to male characters. Some series have a stubborn female detective as the main protagonist. While other series There is also a scene with a female operator who is just as talented.

These female characters share many of the characteristics associated with traditional detectives. Either a genius intellect or an indifferent personality. These actresses are always at the forefront of solving cases. Whether it's a vague red herring or a supernatural mystery.

8 Kotoko Iwanaka (In/Spector)

A mediator between humans and yokai.

As the mediator between Yokai and humans, Kotoko Iwanaga serves a special function in the world of in/spectrum– Kotoko is considered to be “Goddess of Wisdom” by Yokai is tasked with solving any supernatural problems. that threatens the balance between the two kingdoms

Although she was nicknamed the goddess of wisdom But Kotoko can often act immature and selfish. However, she compensates for these unpalatable qualities with her detective work and clever solutions to any problem. that occurs between Yokai and humans

7 Siesta (dead detective)

The self-proclaimed legendary detective

Siesta calls itself “The Great Detective” is the leader of The detective has died.– despite declaring himself But her nickname isn't just a ceremonial title. Because she has the intelligence and wit to back up this claim.

However, Siesta isn't just a genius. Because she was able to fight against her own enhanced physical abilities. Meanwhile, Seista's life came to an untimely end. She has a huge impact on Kimizuka, her detective partner, and the rest of the series' list of characters.

6 Aya Rindo (Comedy Undead Girl Murder)

A witty, thousand-year-old detective.

Set in historical places in Europe Undead Girl Murder Jokes It's a mystery series that's worth following. Leading the series is Aya Rindo, an immortal detective on a journey to find her stolen body. Aya's appearance is as unique as her appearance. with her personality Meanwhile, she's just a headless person who can talk.

Even though I'm ashamed to be a thousand years old But Aya doesn't make funny jokes about the strange arrangement of her head being dragged into a birdcage. Her acumen shines through in her detective work. And so is her sense of humor.

5 Kujo Sakurako (Beautiful Bones: Sakurako's Investigations)

A detective obsessed with bones

Most detectives end up as detectives due to their excellent deduction skills, although Sakurako Kujou's case is quite special. Passion in her bones whether human or animal This entangles her with the crime scene as she investigates the remains of a murder.

Sakurako's bone obsession (The study of bones) makes her character quite unique. And her creative use of knowledge about skeletons is another interesting aspect of her character. While she was investigating Beautiful Bones: Sakurako's Investigations It might not be the most action-packed detective game out there. But it certainly made for interesting crime solving.

4 Victorique de Blois (Gocic)

A strange child with a special ability to solve puzzles.

With his doll-like appearance and Victorian charm, Victorique de Blois is a character shrouded in mystery. However, one thing is clear. Such is her love of solving mysteries and supernatural encounters.

Victorique is the embodiment of the tsundere archetype with otherworldly manifestations. Her human side shines through in heartfelt moments with Kazuya, though. She's not a detective in the traditional sense, though. But Victorique's efforts to solve mysteries make her a worthy detective.

3 Re-L Mayer (Ergo Proxy)

Investigating the mystery of her own existence

Ergo Proxy It is set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity lives in domed cities. And their lives are saved by the robot Re-L Mayer, standing at the center of this terrible place. Meanwhile, she is assigned to investigate a virus that is infecting robots. which ultimately makes them self-aware.

As the citizens of this dome city were programmed to be apathetic and indifferent, Re-L's personality was no different. However, her encounter with Ergo Proxy made her even more suspicious. This was the beginning of her growth as a character. Still, her antisocial personality traits remained a part of her character. Most of which came in handy during Romdo's secret investigation.

2 Akane Tsunemori (Psycopass)

A sympathetic detective in a dystopian world.

In a world where a person's aptitude and career are determined by a centralized mind system, Akane Tsunemori is considered qualified to lead her own team of law enforcement. Though initially shy and reserved, Akane eventually eases into her hopeless role as leader of the team in a dystopian world filled with crime and misfits.

There are many female detectives in the anime landscape, but Akane really stands out due to her growth from innocent recruit to confident and assertive inspector. Psycho-Pass' The premise is about as dystopian as it gets. And the only human aspect of the show is Akane herself. As she questions the moral dilemmas she sees around her.

1 Makoto Kusanagi (Ghost In The Shell: Stand Alone Complex)

Famous cybernetic detective

Makoto Kusanagi, known as the Colonel, was a famous detective of the 90s who paved the way for women to succeed in the genre. As head of the cybernetics team of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces Division Makoto is a genius detective who has both beauty and strength.

While Makoto's character Kusanagi is different from the original. Ghost in the Shell movies and Stand-alone complex Series: Her outstanding personality And the appearance of the bosses remains the same in all versions. With her delicate personality and attractive personality, Makoto Kusanagi is the most interesting aspect of the story. Ghost in the Shell Franchise