Detective Conan Rises to Second Place in TV Ratings

Detective Conan (Case Closed) returned to Japanese television for the period of July 6-12, 2026, after a break in broadcasts last week, and secured the second spot in the weekly anime ratings. According to data published by Anime News Network, the series managed to draw millions of viewers to the screen as of this week.

This success of Detective Conan once again demonstrates how strong of a fanbase the series still has in Japan. The anime, which has been airing continuously since 1996, follows the adventures of the character Shinichi Kudo, created by Gosho Aoyama, who shrinks and solves mysteries. With over 1000 episodes and 27 films, the production is one of the longest-running anime series of all time and continues to find its place in the ratings charts even during hiatuses.

This second-place finish following last week's break reveals that the series' popularity has not waned, especially when evaluated alongside Gosho Aoyama's progress in the main storyline and the box office success of recently released films. As of 2026, while the manga is rapidly approaching its finale, the anime episodes continue to maintain their loyal fanbase. The production that took first place this week is usually a classic such as One Piece or Sazae-san; Conan's second place is an indicator of long-term success.

For fans, this news confirms that Detective Conan is still among the most-watched productions on Japanese television and that new episodes are eagerly awaited. Whether there will be a new film announcement or special episodes in the coming weeks remains a subject of curiosity. With the series reaching a global audience via the internet, this rating success is also expected to resonate on international platforms.