by The synopsis and preview images for Episode 1188 of the long-running TV anime Detective Conan, titled “Chase! Detective Taxi 3,” have officially been released. This new episode promises a thrilling blend of deduction, suspense, and an unusual taxi-bound investigation that will keep fans guessing until the very end.
About Detective Conan: A Timeless Mystery Classic
Detective Conan, created by Gosho Aoyama, is one of Japan’s most beloved mystery franchises. The story follows brilliant high school detective Shinichi Kudo, who is poisoned by a mysterious criminal organization and transformed into a child. To protect those around him, he adopts the alias Conan Edogawa and continues solving difficult cases in secret.
Together with Ran Mouri, her father Kogoro Mouri, and the Detective Boys, Conan unravels crimes ranging from everyday mysteries to large-scale criminal conspiracies.
Episode 1188 Synopsis: “Chase! Detective Taxi 3”
In Episode 1188, Conan and Kogoro travel to Furukawa City in a taxi driven by Genki Ishikawa, a passionate Kogoro fan and a familiar face from previous “Detective Taxi” episodes. Kogoro has been invited as a special guest to a city-sponsored event, seemingly a routine honor for the self-proclaimed “Sleeping Detective.”
However, Conan immediately senses something is off.
When Conan learns that the recommendation for Kogoro supposedly came from Inspector Megure, he decides to confirm it. Surprisingly, Megure has no recollection of making such a recommendation. This contradiction raises serious doubts about the true purpose behind Kogoro’s invitation.
At the same time, Megure reveals another alarming detail: a series of bizarre jewel robberies has been occurring across Tokyo, each incident cleverly designed to taunt detectives and law enforcement.
Two Mysteries, One Dangerous Intersection
As the case unfolds, two seemingly unrelated mysteries begin to overlap:
- Who really invited Kogoro to the event in Furukawa City?
- What is the connection between this invitation and the recent jewel thefts?
With Conan’s sharp intuition and Genki Ishikawa’s unexpected observational skills, the investigation turns into a high-speed pursuit—both literally and figuratively. The taxi becomes a moving stage for deduction, as clues surface during the journey itself.
The episode builds tension as Conan pieces together fragmented information, gradually closing in on the mastermind manipulating both detectives and criminals from the shadows.
Why This Episode Is a Must-Watch
- Continues the popular “Detective Taxi” mini-series
- Combines urban crime with clever misdirection
- Features Conan working alongside an ordinary citizen, highlighting his adaptability
- Beginner-friendly while still rewarding long-time fans
Fans can expect classic Detective Conan elements: subtle foreshadowing, logical twists, and that satisfying moment when all clues fall into place.
What to Watch for in Episode 1188
- The hidden meaning behind the invitation to Kogoro
- Conan’s growing suspicion and quiet investigation
- Genki Ishikawa’s role beyond being “just a driver”
- The reveal of how the jewel robberies tie into the larger plot
Final Thoughts
Episode 1188 of Detective Conan looks set to deliver a smart, suspenseful mystery that balances character-driven moments with a complex criminal puzzle. As two cases collide, viewers are invited to ride along and test their own detective skills against Conan’s legendary reasoning.
If you enjoy mysteries that slowly tighten the net around a criminal mastermind, “Chase! Detective Taxi 3” is an episode you won’t want to miss.
