Kanzo Mogi

Detective of the Japanese Task Force

Detective of the Japanese Task Force, excels in insight and trusts L. Large build and taciturn personality, yet dexterous with hands and skilled in cooking. Faithful to duties and does not bring personal feelings into investigations. Has experience as surveillance for Misa Amane in the second Kira incident.

Quotes

  • “Moji Kan'ichi, commander here. Moji Kan'ichi will serve as manager!”
  • “Cooking is my hobby.”
  • “I'm proud to be trusted by L.”

Trivia

  • Known for large build yet taciturn with minimal emotional fluctuations.
  • Alias in task force is 'Moji Kan'ichi'.
  • Took over from Matsuda as Misa Amane's surveillance.
  • Skilled in cooking, with scenes depicted in the work.
  • Drama version changes setting to a more passionate personality.
  • Places strong trust in Near and supports his deductions.

Alternate names

Mogi Kanzo Kan'ichi Moji Mogi-san

Tags

DEATH-NOTE Japanese Task Force Detective Insight Trusts L Taciturn Kira Investigation Surveillance Role Loyal

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
September 13
Birth year
1973

Appearance

Overall appearance
Large 188cm build with a sturdy physique. Atmosphere of a typical taciturn detective. Often expressionless with minimal emotional variation.
Height
About 188cm
Weight
81kg
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Large physique
  • Taciturn expression
  • Minimal emotional fluctuations
Iconic items
  • Police uniform
  • Handgun
  • Mirror (movies etc.)
  • Cooking utensils

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Sincere
Detailed personality
Extremely loyal with a solid personality that steadily carries out missions. Taciturn with little emotional fluctuation and rarely shows emotions, but takes work seriously. Strongly loyal to trustworthy figures like L. Acts calmly without being swayed by personal feelings and adapts well to surveillance or undercover missions.
Keywords
  • Sincere
  • Calm and composed
  • Loyal
  • Taciturn
  • Insightful
  • Dexterous
  • Patient
  • Steadfast
Talents
  • Calm observation
  • Analytical ability
  • Endurance
  • Physical ability
  • Cooking prowess
Skills
  • Investigation techniques
  • Infiltration and surveillance
  • Shooting
  • Acting (manager role under alias)
  • Manual dexterity
Motivation
Early resolution of the Kira case. Fulfilling the trust of L and the task force for the realization of justice.
Habits
Extremely modest, does not show emotions on his face, and maintains a low profile. During missions, leverages manual dexterity by cooking as a hobby.
Favorite foods
Cooking, Japanese food, Home cooking
Hobbies
Cooking, Observation

History

Backstory
Kanzo Mogi is a detective with the Japanese Task Force and one of the investigators most trusted by L. Despite his large and taciturn nature, he excels in insight and diligently pursues the Kira case. Served as surveillance for Misa Amane, the second Kira, and was a key figure in the task force. Faithfully adhered to the complex Kira investigation without personal bias, with mental fortitude impressive even to Near.
Debut date
November 28, 2003
Work title
DEATH NOTE
Media type
Manga

Second Kira incident surveillance role

Significant event
Second Kira incident surveillance role
Description
Mogi serves as surveillance and manager for Misa Amane (second Kira) in place of Matsuda.

L's trust

Significant event
L's trust
Description
One of the investigators most trusted by L within the task force.

Mafia conflict

Significant event
Mafia conflict
Description
In the second part, makes contact with SPK and participates in notebook reclamation operation against the Mafia.

Sayu Yagami kidnapping incident

Significant event
Sayu Yagami kidnapping incident
Description
Participates in rescue operation for Sayu Yagami kidnapped by the Mafia.

Task force dissolution

Significant event
Task force dissolution
Description
Harbors suspicions of Kira = Light Yagami, trusts Near, and responds calmly to internal collapse of the task force.

Drama version prevention of forced double suicide

Significant event
Drama version prevention of forced double suicide
Description
In the YB warehouse incident, surrounds Light and takes role in urging surrender.

Relationships

L

Mentor

Most trusted by L, faithfully followed L's investigation directives.

Tota Matsuda

Teammate

Served together as Misa Amane surveillance, sharp duo of the task force.

Shuichi Aizawa

Teammate

Calm handling of Kira suspicions, relationship of mutual trust.

Near

Ally

Shares suspicions of Kira = Light, trusts Near in final phase.

Japanese Task Force

Japanese Task Force: unknown

Media appearances

DEATH NOTE

Manga / Supporting

Serialization started in 2003

DEATH NOTE

Anime / Supporting

2006 TV series

DEATH NOTE Live-Action Movies

Movie / Supporting

Movies released 2006-2008

DEATH NOTE TV Drama

Drama / Supporting

2015 TV drama

Voice cast and creators

Kazuya Nakai

Voice actor
Kazuya Nakai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Shin Shimizu

Voice actor
Shin Shimizu
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Live-Action Movie Version

Makoto Nishino

Voice actor
Makoto Nishino
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Stage Version

Jiro Sato

Voice actor
Jiro Sato
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Drama Version

Tsugumi Ohba

Creator name
Tsugumi Ohba
Role
Original author

Takeshi Obata

Creator name
Takeshi Obata
Role
Character designer

Related goods

Kanzo Mogi Figure

Item name
Kanzo Mogi Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited