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The Best Episodes of Tokyo Vice Season 1

Every episode of Tokyo Vice Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Tokyo Vice Season 1!

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A first-hand account of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police beat following Jake Adelstein, an American journalist who embeds himself into the Tokyo Vice police squad to reveal corruption. Based on Jake Adelstein’s non-fiction book of the

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 1 - The Test
    7.8/10(2415 votes)

    #1 - The Test

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Michael Mann

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  2. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 2 - Kishi Kaisei
    7.6/10(1913 votes)

    #2 - Kishi Kaisei

    S1:E2

    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.

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  3. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 3 - Read the Air
    7.8/10(1781 votes)

    #3 - Read the Air

    S1:E3

    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.

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  4. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 4 - I Want It That Way
    7.9/10(1724 votes)

    #4 - I Want It That Way

    S1:E4

    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.

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  5. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 5 - Everybody Pays
    8.3/10(1803 votes)

    #5 - Everybody Pays

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Hikari
    Writer:Adam Stein

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  6. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 6 - The Information Business
    8.1/10(1557 votes)

    #6 - The Information Business

    S1:E6

    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.

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  8. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 7 - Sometimes They Disappear
    7.9/10(1462 votes)

    #7 - Sometimes They Disappear

    S1:E7

    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.

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  9. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 8 - Yoshino
    8.0/10(1733 votes)

    #8 - Yoshino

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:Alan Poul

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Test" is the best rated episode of "Tokyo Vice" season 1. It scored 7.8/10 based on 2415 votes. Directed by Michael Mann and written by J.T. Rogers, it aired on 4/7/2022. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Kishi Kaisei".