Case Closed season 15
Season 15 of Case Closed aired 2006–2007 on Nippon TV.
The fifteenth season of the Case Closed anime, directed by Masato Satō, aired from January 23, 2006, through February 19, 2007, on Nippon Television Network System in Japan. Produced by TMS Entertainment and Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation, the season is based on Gosho Aoyama's manga series and follows the daily adventures of Conan Edogawa.
- field
- Anime television series
- director
- Masato Satō
- producers
- TMS Entertainment, Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation
- episodes
- 427–465
- original run
- January 23, 2006 – February 19, 2007
- network
- Nippon Television Network System
Lore & Background
The fifteenth season of Case Closed, known in Japan as Detective Conan, was directed by Masato Satō and produced by TMS Entertainment and Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation. The series is based on Gosho Aoyama's manga and follows Conan Edogawa's daily adventures. The season originally aired from January 23, 2006, through February 19, 2007, on Nippon Television Network System in Japan.
The season uses six pieces of theme music: three opening themes and three ending themes. The first opening theme is 'Shōdō' by B'z until episode 437, followed by '100 mono Tobira' by Rina Aiuchi and U-ka Saegusa until episode 456, and then 'Kumo ni Notte' by U-ka Saegusa in dB for the rest of the season. The first ending theme is 'Kanashii Hodo Anata ga Suki' by Zard until episode 437, then 'Mou Kimi dake wo Hanashitari wa Shinai' by Aya Kamiki until episode 458, and finally 'Shiroi Yuki' by Mai Kuraki for the rest of the season.
Episodes 427 to 465 were later collected into ten DVD compilations by Shogakukan, released between December 22, 2006, and September 28, 2007, in Japan.
Reader's Guide
The fifteenth season of Case Closed is significant as a continuation of the long-running anime adaptation of Gosho Aoyama's manga. Directed by Masato Satō, it maintained the series' presence on Nippon Television Network System from January 2006 to February 2007. The season's theme music featured prominent Japanese artists such as B'z, Rina Aiuchi, U-ka Saegusa, Zard, Aya Kamiki, and Mai Kuraki, reflecting the series' ongoing popularity. The DVD compilations released by Shogakukan from December 2006 to September 2007 allowed fans to own the episodes in physical format. The season's legacy lies in its role in sustaining the Detective Conan franchise, which remains one of Japan's most enduring anime series.
Did You Know?
- The season uses three opening themes and three ending themes.
- The first opening theme 'Shōdō' is by B'z, used until episode 437.
- The third ending theme 'Shiroi Yuki' is by Mai Kuraki.
- Episodes 427 to 465 were released on ten DVD compilations by Shogakukan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Case Closed season 15?
It is the fifteenth season of the Case Closed anime adaptation of Gosho Aoyama's manga, following the everyday detective work of Conan Edogawa. The season was produced by TMS Entertainment and Yomiuri Telecasting Corporation.
When did Case Closed season 15 air and on what network?
The season premiered on January 23, 2006, and concluded on February 19, 2007, broadcasting on Nippon Television Network System in Japan.
Who directed Case Closed season 15?
Masato Satō served as the director for the season, overseeing the production of its 39 episodes.
What episode numbers does Case Closed season 15 cover?
The season spans episodes 427 through 465 in the overall anime numbering.
Why is Case Closed season 15 notable to fans?
It represents a full year of serialized storytelling (2006–2007) in the long-running series and is one of the seasons directed by Masato Satō, giving it a distinct pacing compared to other blocks. Fans often reference it when tracking the show's production history on Nippon TV.
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