Kaitou Yamaneko

Kaitou Yamaneko (2016)

EndedScripted showComedy, Crime, Mystery

What is justice? Is it about being kind? Or is it about winning? A certain man claims that "Justice is about robbing". Yamaneko is notoriously elusive, but wherever he shows up, enormous amounts of money gets stolen. Evidence of the audacious crime is left scattered all over the place. In every episode, Yamaneko the hero thiefthrows a splash of "rotten justice" in your face. Pretentiously calling himself a "genius thief", Yamaneko is arrogant and acts like he's the king of the world. Everything he does is bold and daring, but he remains elusive. There is indeed no match for Yamaneko. He goes by one creed alone—"I will steal but I won't deprive". Why does he steal? Just what is he all about?

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Episode 10März 19, 2016
S01E09Episode 9März 12, 2016
S01E08Episode 8März 5, 2016
S01E07Episode 7Feb. 27, 2016
S01E06Episode 6Feb. 20, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko premiere?

The show premiered on January 16, 2016.

Who directed The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko?

The show was directed by Ayako Okiura.

Who wrote The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko?

The show was written by Manabu Uda.

What is the genre of The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko?

The genre of the show is mystery and crime.

What is the plot of The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko?

The show revolves around a mysterious thief, Yamaneko, who steals from the rich and corrupt to help the poor and needy.

Who plays the lead role of Yamaneko in the show?

Kazuya Kamenashi plays the lead role of Yamaneko in the show.

What is the original language of the show?

The original language of the show is Japanese.

What is the runtime of each episode?

Each episode runs for approximately 45 minutes.

Where was The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko filmed?

The show was filmed in various locations in Tokyo, Japan.

Is The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko based on a novel?

No, the show is not based on a novel.

Who is the main villain in The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko?

The main villain in the show is a corrupt businessman named Kudo.

What is the primary message of The Mysterious Thief Yamaneko?

The show's primary message is that justice can be achieved through unconventional means.

Who is Yamaneko's partner in crime?

Yamaneko's partner in crime is a young journalist named Hana.

Cast

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Characters

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Also known as

  • Yamaneko: The Phantom Thief
  • Kaitou Yamaneko (Japan)
  • 怪盗山猫 (Japan)

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