by The latest episode of Detective Conan aired on February 14 on the Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV networks, and viewers were treated to a preview of next week’s case. The upcoming digitally remastered episode, titled “Chihaya and Jugo’s Matchmaking Party (Part 1)”, will air on February 21 and is already generating excitement among fans.
Along with the preview, the traditional “Next Conan Hint” was revealed—this time pointing to Yokomizo Jugo, suggesting that he will play a central role in the upcoming mystery.
Episode Preview: A Matchmaking Party Turns Deadly
The next episode focuses on Hagiwara Chihaya and Yokomizo Jugo, who happen to meet at a matchmaking party.
What begins as a lighthearted social gathering quickly turns into a shocking crime scene.
During the event, Jugo ends up speaking privately with one of the attendees in a separate room. However, when he enters the room, he discovers that the person has already been shot and killed. The unexpected murder throws the event into chaos, setting the stage for a tense and intricate investigation.
As usual, Conan must piece together the clues hidden beneath seemingly ordinary circumstances. With a closed-room situation and multiple potential suspects, the case promises suspense, clever deduction, and dramatic twists.
What Is the “Next Conan Hint”?
At the end of each episode, Detective Conan teases the next case with a brief keyword known as the “Next Conan Hint.” For this episode, the hint was:
“Yokomizo Jugo.”
This suggests that Inspector Yokomizo will play a pivotal role in solving—or complicating—the investigation. Fans are already speculating whether the case will reveal new aspects of his personality or investigative style.
About Detective Conan
Based on the long-running manga by Gosho Aoyama, Detective Conan (also known internationally as Case Closed) first began serialization in Weekly Shonen Sunday in 1994.
The story follows high school detective Shinichi Kudo, who is forced to ingest a mysterious poison by members of a shadowy criminal organization known as the Black Organization. Instead of dying, he is transformed into a child. Taking the alias Edogawa Conan, he continues solving complex criminal cases while secretly investigating the organization responsible for his transformation.
Key Milestones:
- Manga serialization began in 1994
- Surpassed 1,000 chapters in 2017
- TV anime debuted in 1996
- Theatrical films began in 1997
- Celebrating nearly 30 years on air
With over 1,000 anime episodes and annual blockbuster films, the franchise remains one of the most successful and enduring detective series in anime history.
Why This Episode Is Worth Watching
This upcoming case combines:
- A social matchmaking event setting
- A sudden firearm-related murder
- A confined private-room mystery
- A key role for Inspector Yokomizo
The combination of romance-themed surroundings and sudden tragedy adds dramatic contrast, which often leads to some of the series’ most memorable cases.
Additionally, since this episode is digitally remastered, viewers can expect improved visual quality while revisiting a classic storyline.
Broadcast Information
- Episode Title: “Chihaya and Jugo’s Matchmaking Party (Part 1) (Digitally Remastered)”
- Air Date: February 21
- Network: Yomiuri TV / Nippon TV (Japan)
Fans eager to see how Conan navigates this shocking matchmaking party murder won’t want to miss the broadcast.
Stay tuned for Part 2, where the true culprit—and their motive—will likely be revealed.
