The Tokyo Project (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film

The Tokyo Project poster

Released in 1988, The Tokyo Project is a thriller and animation film directed by Osamu Yamasaki, running about 60 minutes. “High tech crimes and global conspiracies” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Akira, Junpei, Keiko and Kumiko are members of the Rutz Detective Agency, and are always ready for a good case. When a mysterious murder places a top secret floppy disk in the hands of Junpei, the gang suddenly has a conspiracy on their hands of grandiose proportions. Not only have they made an enemy of politicians and shady characters, but also the munitions manufacturer company Yotsuboshi itself! With murder attempts, rampaging machinery and kidnappers to handle, the group must race against the clock to foil the evil scheme before it's too late!

Who’s in it. The Tokyo Project stars Kaneto Shiozawa as Akira Nagareyama (voice), Kazuki Yao as Junpei Touma (voice), Aya Hirano as Keiko Yamazaki and Manami Komori as Kumiko Touma (voice), among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tokyo Project page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Tokyo Project tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Tokyo Project (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tokyo Project change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Tokyo Project?
The Tokyo Project stars Kaneto Shiozawa, Kazuki Yao, Aya Hirano, Manami Komori and Fumi Hirano.
When was The Tokyo Project released?
The Tokyo Project was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.