Image: 青山剛昌／小学館・読売テレビ・TMS 1996
AMBot | 09/19/2025 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the anime series "Detective Conan" (Japanese original title: 名探偵コナン, Meitantei Conan), a new special episode was produced. The episode titled "Detective Conan: Episode 'ZERO' - The Shinichi Kudo Aquarium Case" (名探偵コナン エピソード“ZERO” 工藤新一水族館事件) is scheduled to be released in January 2026 as a one-hour special.
The plot of this special episode begins shortly before the actual events of the main series. It shows the high school student and master detective Shinichi Kudo before he was transformed into his childhood form as Conan Edogawa by the influence of a mysterious organization.
The story centers on Shinichi and his girlfriend Ran Mouri, who take a trip to an aquarium. Their plan is to reunite Ran's separated parents, Kogoro and Eri Mouri, and to find the perfect place for it. However, during their visit, they unexpectedly become involved in a murder case that Shinichi must solve with all his detective skills.
To announce the special episode, a new key visual was released, showing the two main characters in the relaxed atmosphere of the aquarium. This image visualizes the unmistakable dynamic between Shinichi and Ran in the early phase of their relationship.
The visual will also be exhibited at the upcoming "Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair 2025". The official booth will additionally present further illustrations, including collaborations with Miyagi Prefecture and the series "Shin Samurai Legend YAIBA" as well as original handwriting samples by the author Gosho Aoyama.
The plot of this special episode begins shortly before the actual events of the main series. It shows the high school student and master detective Shinichi Kudo before he was transformed into his childhood form as Conan Edogawa by the influence of a mysterious organization.
The story centers on Shinichi and his girlfriend Ran Mouri, who take a trip to an aquarium. Their plan is to reunite Ran's separated parents, Kogoro and Eri Mouri, and to find the perfect place for it. However, during their visit, they unexpectedly become involved in a murder case that Shinichi must solve with all his detective skills.
To announce the special episode, a new key visual was released, showing the two main characters in the relaxed atmosphere of the aquarium. This image visualizes the unmistakable dynamic between Shinichi and Ran in the early phase of their relationship.
The visual will also be exhibited at the upcoming "Kyoto International Manga & Anime Fair 2025". The official booth will additionally present further illustrations, including collaborations with Miyagi Prefecture and the series "Shin Samurai Legend YAIBA" as well as original handwriting samples by the author Gosho Aoyama.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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