TV-Series
Description
"Kochira Katsushika-ku Kamearikouen-mae Hashutsujo" is a long-running comedic anime series centered around the daily lives and misadventures of the staff at Kameari Park Police Station, a small precinct in Tokyo's Katsushika ward. The protagonist, Ryotsu Kankichi, is a bumbling yet resourceful police officer whose antics often land him in absurd and humorous situations. Despite his laziness and penchant for gambling, Ryotsu frequently demonstrates unexpected ingenuity and dedication to solving cases, often in unconventional ways.

The series features a colorful cast of characters, including Ryotsu's colleagues at the police station. Rei, a sharp and capable officer, often serves as a foil to Ryotsu's incompetence, while Nakagawa, the station chief, struggles to maintain order amidst the chaos. Other recurring characters include Ryotsu's love interest, Kaori, and various eccentric townspeople who frequently interact with the police force. The episodic nature of the series allows for a wide range of comedic scenarios, from mundane daily tasks to over-the-top escapades involving criminals, misunderstandings, and slapstick humor.

The humor in the series is rooted in its satirical take on police procedurals, blending exaggerated character traits with situational comedy. Ryotsu's schemes, such as attempting to win the lottery or outsmarting local thugs, often backfire hilariously, creating a lighthearted and entertaining narrative. Despite its comedic tone, the series occasionally touches on themes of community, justice, and the importance of teamwork, albeit in a whimsical and exaggerated manner.

The setting of Kameari Park and its surrounding neighborhood plays a significant role in the series, providing a familiar backdrop for the characters' escapades. The anime's episodic structure ensures that each episode stands on its own, making it accessible to both new viewers and long-time fans. With its blend of slapstick comedy, quirky characters, and a touch of heart, "Kochira Katsushika-ku Kamearikouen-mae Hashutsujo" remains a beloved staple of Japanese comedy anime.
Information
Kochira Katsushika-ku Kamearikouen-mae Hashutsujo
こち亀
This is the Police Station in Front of Kameari Park in Katsushika Ward
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 367
Movie/Episode length: 25 min.
Date: 06/16/1996 – 12/19/2004
Categories
Genre
Everyday DramaComedy
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Staff
  • Director · Shinji Takamatsu
  • Director · Tetsuo Yasumi
  • Director · Shin Misawa
  • Director · Norihiro Takamoto
  • Director · Akira Shigeno
  • Script · Shunichi Yukimuro
  • Screenplay · Takashi Yamada
  • Storyboard · Tetsuya Endo
  • Storyboard · Goro Taniguchi
  • Storyboard · Tetsuji Takayanagi
  • Storyboard · Yoshihide Kuriyama
  • Episode Director · Tetsuji Takayanagi
  • Episode Director · Yoshihide Kuriyama
  • Episode Director · Yoshiaki Tsutsui
  • Music · Toshihiko Sahashi
  • Music · Ryô Yonemitsu
  • Original Manga · Osamu Akimoto
  • Character Design · Tsukasa Tannai
  • Character Design · Masahiro Kitazaki
  • Character Design · Shojuro Yamauchi
  • Art Director · Satoshi Shibata
  • Chief Animation Director · Masahiro Kitazaki
  • Animation Director · Hisashi Kagawa
  • Animation Director · Akira Takahashi
  • Animation Director · Hiroyoshi Iida
  • Animation Director · Shinichi Sakuma
  • Animation Director · Masayuki Hiraoka
  • Animation Director · Kiyoshi Matsumoto
  • Animation Director · Masateru Kudō
  • Animation Director · Shinsuke Terasawa
  • Animation Director · Akihiro Enomoto
  • Animation Director · Saburo Masutani
  • Animation Director · Tetsuya Tsukamoto
  • Animation Director · Shintaro Muraki
  • Animation Director · Mitsuru Nasukawa
  • Animation Director · Ken'ichi Hara
  • Animation Director · Mikihiko Ando
  • Animation Director · Masakuni Kaneko
  • Animation Director · Osamu Nanami
  • Animation Director · Shinichiro Kajiura
  • Animation Director · Hiromasa Amano
  • Animation Director · Ichiro Hattori
  • Animation Director · Katsunori Hara
  • Animation Director · Yoshiyuki Tokinaga
  • Animation Director · Takashi Kamei
  • Sound Director · Hajime Takakuwa
  • Director of Photography · Katsuya Kozutsumi
  • Director of Photography · Hiroaki Edamitsu
  • Producer · Koji Kaneda
  • Producer · Akio Wakana
  • Producer · Juro Sugimura
  • Producer · Youko Matsushita
Production
  • Production · Fuji TV
  • Production · Shueisha
  • Production · Asatsu-DK
Music
Opening
  • ?
    “"Natsu ga Kita! Diamond Head ~ Nagisa no Ojou-sama yori (夏が来た!(Diamond Head)~「渚の女王様」より)"” - Ojou-sama
  • 13-38
    “"Everybody Can Do!"” - TOKIO
  • 39-145
    “"Katsushika Rhapsody (葛飾ラプソディー)"” - Kōhei Dōjima
  • 146-154
    “"Kochira Kameza no Onna (こちら亀座の女)"” - Osamu Yamada & Hello Nights
  • 155-206
    “"Oideyo Kameari (おいでよ亀有)"” - Lasar Ishii & Kochikame Win-gashōdan
  • 207-324
    “"Damatte Ore ni Tsuite koi (だまって俺についてこい) "” - Yoshimi Tendo
  • 325-367
    “"Katsushika Rhapsody ~Yum Yum version~ (葛飾ラブソディー~ヤムヤムversion~)"” - Yum!Yum!ORANGE
Ending
  • 1-12
    “"Smile (スマイル)"” - Hoff Dylan
  • 13-38
    “"Ii koto aru sa (いいことあるさ)"” - The Collectors
  • 39-72
    “"Lady no Yume wa Mangekyō (淑女(レディー)の夢は万華鏡)"” - Megumi Okina
  • 73-124
    “"Bue no Biabia (ブウェーのビヤビヤ)"” - George Tokoro
  • 125-145
    “"Kyun"” - Kanae
  • 146-153
    “"Kimi to Boku (君と僕)"” - The LOVE
  • 154-163
    “"Kimochi Dayo (気持ちだよ)"” - Takurō Yoshida
  • ?
    “"Mainichi, No Problem (毎日、ノープロブレム)"” - Rieko Miura & Kanako Mitsuhashi
  • ?
    “"Robo Keijibanchō no Uta (ロボ刑事番長の歌)"” - Lasar Ishii (ep 177)
  • ?
    “"Oideyo Kameari (おいでよ亀有)"” - Lasar Ishii & Kochikame Win-gashōdan
  • 248-274
    “"Nice na Kokoroiki (ナイスな心意気)"” - Arashi
  • 275-281
    “"Natsu ga Kita! Diamond Head ~Nagisa no Ojō-sama yori (夏が来た!(Diamond Head)~「渚の女王様」より)"” - Ojō-sama
  • 294-305
    “"Tetsu and Tomo no Nande Darō~Ryō-san version~ (テツandトモのなんでだろう~両さんバージョン~)"” - Tetsu and Tomo
  • 306-315
    “"Tetsu and Tomo no Nande Darō~Kochikame version~ (テツandトモのなんでだろう~こち亀バージョン~)"” - Tetsu and Tomo
  • 316-325
    “"Hai,Irasshai"” - NICE GUY-JIN
  • 326-334
    “"Katare! Namida (語れ! 涙)"” - SEX MACHINEGUNS
  • 354-366
    “"Jugem~Kochikame version~ (ジュゲム~こち亀バージョン~)"” - Lasar Ishii & Ōedo Taifūzoku