Tokyo Confidential
Dynamite · 2021–2023 · 4 issues
About the series
In the neon-lit, rain-slicked streets of 1950s Tokyo, a disgraced American journalist and a no-nonsense Japanese police detective form an uneasy alliance to solve a series of brutal murders. Published by Dynamite from 2021 to 2023, this four-issue miniseries blends hard-boiled crime noir with post-war Japanese culture, written by Fred Van Lente and illustrated by Guiu Vilanova. Its taut, atmospheric storytelling and striking visuals capture a unique time and place, making it a standout for fans of stylish, period-set mysteries.