The best episodes of Tokyo Vice
Ranked by viewer rating, highs first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
As Jake and Katagiri close in on a crucial piece of evidence for their case, Sato prepares for the greatest power move of his life.
- 02
Jake’s successful trip to the U.S. propels the group in a new direction, while Katagiri struggles with his case’s devastating turn of events.
- 03
Sato considers the future of Chihara-kai, while Jake and Katagiri inch closer to exposing the truth about Tozawa.
- 04
Hired as Meicho Shimbun’s first American crime reporter, Jake Adelstein is quickly tasked with covering two cases that initially appear unrelated, but soon stakes his career – and life – on connecting the dots.
- 05
An impromptu Yakuza Peace Summit finds Tozawa at the mercy of his own actions. Samantha begins to settle her debts with Matsuo. A determined Jake chases down a tip from Ishida.
- 06
Jake struggles to regain his footing after the botched raid, while Samantha grows increasingly desperate to find Polina. Sato feels the pressure of his elevated standing in Chihari-Kai.
- 07
While Samantha risks it all for Polina’s safe return, Sato is forced to mix business with pleasure. As Katagiri devises a plan to finally take down Tozawa, Jake is confronted by the crime boss’s men.
- 08
A death at Chihara-kai causes upheaval. Jake makes a long overdue visit home. Katagiri hopes a perp will help break his case wide open.
- 09
When Jake helps reveal the mole in Chihara-Kai, he must weigh the risks of accepting a favor in return from Ishida. Samantha attempts to take care of her Matsuo problem. Sato’s recruitment ends with a devastating lesson in loyalty.
- 10
As crime boss Tozawa dangerously toes the line between territories, the rival Chihara-Kai scramble to collect dues. Samantha protects another hostess, while Jake witnesses a confrontation that changes everything.
- 11
As Jake, Katagiri and Samantha pursue the truth about Polina, Sato clings to life – but not all of Chihara-kai are hoping for his full recovery.
- 12
Chihara-kai attempt to regroup after a devastating shootout. Jake, Katagiri, and Nagata pursue a tip from Samantha.
- 13
As Jake and Katagiri seek new meaning at work, Samantha confronts a thief in her club, and Chihara-kai welcome a returning member.
- 14
As the new yakuza task force takes off, Ishida calls a summit. While Sato and Hayama join forces, Katagiri and Jake investigate a mysterious return.
- 15
As Samantha makes strides toward the future, her past catches up. With help from Emi, Tin-Tin, and Trendy, Jake has a breakthrough in connecting the cases - and comes face-to-face with the head of Chihari-Kai, who requires a favor.
- 16
Jake’s persistence pays off when he receives an exclusive from Detective Katagiri – but catches the less ideal eye of someone else in the process. Meanwhile, Samantha hits it off with a new customer, as Sato chooses between words and fists.
- 17
After a disastrous setback, Sato and Hayama strategize a way forward. Jake and Katagiri pursue their target – and try not to land in his crosshairs.
- 18
Katagiri and Nagata ramp up their efforts. Jake gets invited to an exclusive party. Samantha and Sato deal with a growing problem at the club.
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