Tokyo Swindlers: Check out premiere date, cast, creative team, plot and characters

Netflix has released the trailer for "Tokyo Swindlers," a new crime series featuring Ayano Go and Toyokawa Etsushi. The series, based on Shinjo Ko's bestselling novel, will premiere on July 25.

Episode Count, Cast

"Tokyo Swindlers" arrives as scamming becomes a significant concern across Asia. This seven-episode series adds to Netflix's Japanese live-action programming. Ayano Go and Toyokawa Etsushi lead the cast, portraying characters involved in high-stakes fraud.


The cast includes Sometani Shota, Matsuoka Izumi, Yoshimura Kaito, Anthony, Matsuo Satoru, Suruga Taro, Sports Makita, Ikeda Elaiza, Lily Franky, and Yamamoto Koji. The diverse cast brings various characters to life, enriching the narrative.

Plot and Characters

The series adapts Shinjo Ko's bestselling novel. Harrison Yamanaka, played by Toyokawa Etsushi, leads a group of con artists. They use forged documents and recruit imposters to pose as landowners. Their target is a valuable plot of land near a Buddhist temple. Real estate prices in Tokyo are rising, attracting attention from developers.

Takumi Tsujimoto, portrayed by Ayano Go, meets Harrison Yamanaka and joins the group. Alongside informer Takeshita, recruiter Reiko, and legal advisor Goto, Takumi negotiates real estate fraud. The group engages in a battle with landowners and developers, while the police pursue them.

The official synopsis highlights a three-way struggle between the swindlers, the deceived, and the detectives. Unforeseen events create tension within the group, revealing madness and greed. Takumi's past and Harrison's grudge come to light, adding complexity to the story.

Creative Team and Production

One Hitoshi, known for "Motkei" and "Elpis," writes and directs the series. Ishino Takkyu of "Denki Groove" debuts as a composer, providing the original score. Cinematographers Ato Shoichi and Morishita Shigeki contribute to the series' visual style.

Premiere Date

Produced by Nikkatsu Corporation and Booster Project, "Tokyo Swindlers" is set to premiere on July 25. Credited producers are Yoshida Kenichi and Miyake Harue.

Trailer

The trailer offers a glimpse into the thrilling world of real estate fraud and deception.

FAQs:

What is "Tokyo Swindlers" about?
"Tokyo Swindlers" follows con artists led by Harrison Yamanaka as they defraud developers in Tokyo, facing conflicts with landowners, developers, and the police.

When does "Tokyo Swindlers" premiere on Netflix?
"Tokyo Swindlers" premieres on Netflix on July 25, featuring Ayano Go and Toyokawa Etsushi in lead roles.