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The Worst Episodes of Tokyo Vice

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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 Worst Episode
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    Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 3 - Old Law, New Twist
    6.6/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Old Law, New Twist

    S2:E3

    Katagiri and Nagata ramp up their efforts. Jake gets invited to an exclusive party. Samantha and Sato deal with a growing problem at the club.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Francine Volpe

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  2. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 3 - Read the Air
    7.0/10(33 votes)

    #2 - 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.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Arthur Phillips

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  3. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 4 - I Want It That Way
    7.0/10(32 votes)

    #3 - 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.

    Director:Hikari
    Writer:Naomi Iizuka

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  4. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 2 - Be My Number One
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    #4 - Be My Number One

    S2:E2

    As Jake and Katagiri seek new meaning at work, Samantha confronts a thief in her club, and Chihara-kai welcome a returning member.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writer:Karl Taro Greenfeld

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  5. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 4 - Like a New Man
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    #5 - Like a New Man

    S2:E4

    As the new yakuza task force takes off, Ishida calls a summit. While Sato and Hayama join forces, Katagiri and Jake investigate a mysterious return.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Ashley Darnall

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  6. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 2 - Kishi Kaisei
    7.2/10(32 votes)

    #6 - 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.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Karl Taro Greenfeld

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  7. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 1 - Don't Ever F**king Miss
    7.2/10(16 votes)

    #7 - Don't Ever F**king Miss

    S2:E1

    As Jake, Katagiri and Samantha pursue the truth about Polina, Sato clings to life – but not all of Chihara-kai are hoping for his full recovery.

    Director:Alan Poul
    Writers:J.T. Rogers, Brad Kane

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  8. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 6 - I Choose You
    7.2/10(14 votes)

    #8 - I Choose You

    S2:E6

    Chihara-kai attempt to regroup after a devastating shootout. Jake, Katagiri, and Nagata pursue a tip from Samantha.

    Director:Takeshi Fukunaga
    Writers:Joshua Kaplan, Annie Julia Wyman

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  9. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 5 - Everybody Pays
    7.3/10(33 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 6 - The Information Business
    7.4/10(27 votes)

    #10 - 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.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Jessica Brickman

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  11. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 7 - Sometimes They Disappear
    7.4/10(25 votes)

    #11 - 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.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:Brad Kane

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  12. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 8 - Yoshino
    7.4/10(27 votes)

    #12 - 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
    Writer:J.T. Rogers

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  13. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 5 - Illness of the Trade
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #13 - Illness of the Trade

    S2:E5

    After a disastrous setback, Sato and Hayama strategize a way forward. Jake and Katagiri pursue their target – and try not to land in his crosshairs.

    Director:Takeshi Fukunaga
    Writer:Adam Stein

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  14. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 7 - The War at Home
    7.4/10(14 votes)

    #14 - The War at Home

    S2:E7

    A death at Chihara-kai causes upheaval. Jake makes a long overdue visit home. Katagiri hopes a perp will help break his case wide open.

    Director:Eva Sørhaug
    Writer:Brad Kane

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  15. Tokyo Vice Season 1 Episode 1 - The Test
    7.6/10(34 votes)

    #15 - 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
    Writer:J.T. Rogers

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  16. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 9 - Consequences
    7.9/10(13 votes)

    #16 - Consequences

    S2:E9

    Sato considers the future of Chihara-kai, while Jake and Katagiri inch closer to exposing the truth about Tozawa.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writers:Brad Kane, Jen Silverman

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  17. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 8 - The Noble Path
    8.1/10(15 votes)

    #17 - The Noble Path

    S2:E8

    Jake’s successful trip to the U.S. propels the group in a new direction, while Katagiri struggles with his case’s devastating turn of events.

    Director:Eva Sørhaug
    Writer:Arthur Phillips

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  18. Tokyo Vice Season 2 Episode 10 - Endgame
    8.2/10(12 votes)

    #18 - Endgame

    S2:E10

    As Jake and Katagiri close in on a crucial piece of evidence for their case, Sato prepares for the greatest power move of his life.

    Director:Josef Kubota Wladyka
    Writer:J.T. Rogers

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Old Law, New Twist" is the worst rated episode of "Tokyo Vice". It scored 6.6/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Josef Kubota Wladyka and written by Francine Volpe, it aired on 2/15/2024. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Read the Air".