Special Investigation Robo Janperson

Set in a near future Tokyo, Special Investigation Robo Janperson follows a chrome plated detective whose body packs built in gadgets and a sharp mind for crime solving. Janperson faces three criminal syndicates that wield ultramodern tech to bend the city to their will, from shady tech labs to shadowy corporate cartels. Unlike many action shows of the era, the emphasis stays on investigation and deductive work rather than a parade of monsters, with the stakes continually tied to ordinary citizens and urban danger. Kaoru Saegusa and Gun Gibson become trusted partners as Janperson pieces together clues and plans counter moves. In international markets the series is known as Jumperson, reflecting Toei's distribution strategy. The production blends humor with action.

Produced as part of Toei's Metal Hero Series and released in 1993, the show carries Junichi Miyashita's creative signature. The director credit is not widely documented, but its concept fits the Metal Hero lineage.

Reception has been positive within its niche, with a 7.8/10 average from 42 votes. The show emphasizes a tech driven detective narrative set in a modern Tokyo, blending action with police procedural vibes and clear concerns about how power and gadgets reshape society.

Internationally the title was marketed as Jumperson, a somewhat unusual move for a Metal Hero entry and a reminder of Toei's global ambitions. The show stands out for its police drama tilt within a tokusatsu framework and for giving Janperson a proactive, detective-driven persona.