Miwako Sato
Female detective of the Third Violent Crimes Investigation Unit, First Investigation Division, Tokyo Metropolitan Police Criminal Affairs Bureau
Female detective belonging to the Third Violent Crimes Investigation Unit of the First Investigation Division, Tokyo Metropolitan Police. Holds the rank of Assistant Inspector. Possesses excellent sniping and hand-to-hand combat skills, and is the idol of the First Investigation Division.
Quotes
- “Leave it to me!”
- “I will give my all for justice”
- “Like my father back then”
- “I can't give up here”
- “The case will definitely be solved”
Trivia
- In the 4th theatrical film, shoots down the culprit's mobile device with a pistol, showcasing high marksmanship.
- Carries her father's handcuffs as a talisman.
- Holds the street racing legend alias 'Silver Witch.'
- One of the few detectives with shooting scenes depicted in both the original work and anime.
- Masters a variety of martial arts techniques, including the German Suplex.
- Somewhat inept in romance but is lovers with Wataru Takagi.
Alternate names
Miwako
Assistant Inspector Sato
Silver Witch
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Female
- Birthday
- 04
- Birth year
- Unknown (estimated 28 years old)
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Intellectual and dignified woman with black hair close to brown. Characterized by her uniform appearance; her face resembles Sumiko Kobayashi without glasses.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
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- Facial features resembling Sumiko Kobayashi when glasses are removed
- Valiant expression during martial arts and shooting scenes
- Iconic items
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- New Nambu M60 Pistol
- Police Handcuffs (heirloom from her father)
- Black Mazda RX-7 (FD3S)
- Shooting gear carried in the right hand
- First Investigation Division uniform
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Serious
- Detailed personality
- Strong sense of justice and duty; calm but occasionally driven by passion. Sharp intuition with excellent reasoning ability, marksmanship, and combat skills. Somewhat inept in romance but sincere and passionate.
- Keywords
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- Strong sense of justice
- Calm and composed
- Passionate
- Excellent reasoning skills
- Sharpshooter
- Martial arts master
- Serious
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Somewhat inept in romance
- Talents
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- Sniping skills
- Hand-to-hand combat
- Driving skills
- Reasoning ability
- Calm judgment
- High concentration
- Skills
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- Joint techniques
- German Suplex
- Vehicle pursuit
- Bomb disposal knowledge
- Crisis response
- Motivation
- Unraveling the truth behind her father's line-of-duty death and solving cases for her colleagues to protect justice
- Habits
- Has a habit of letting out a scream-like shout during drift driving while street racing.
- Favorite foods
- 20th Century Pear
- Favorite places
- Gunma Prefecture Tōna Pass
- Disliked foods
- French cuisine (dislikes stiff-shouldered restaurants)
History
- Backstory
- Assistant Inspector in the Third Violent Crimes Investigation Unit, First Investigation Division, Tokyo Metropolitan Police. Her father, Masayoshi Sato, died in the line of duty 18 years ago, and she carries his handcuffs as a talisman ever since. Lives alone in a Tokyo apartment. Occasionally returns to her mother's family home on days off. Had feelings for her colleague Jinpei Matsuda, who died three years ago, but later enters a relationship with Wataru Takagi. Renowned for her exceptional shooting, martial arts, and driving skills; known as the legendary street racer 'Silver Witch.' Sharp intuition and contributes greatly to solving difficult cases.
- Debut date
- 1996-01
- Work title
- Detective Conan
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Tankōbon Volume 4, File 39 'Captured in Her Eyes' / 4th Theatrical Film
Father's line-of-duty death
- Significant event
- Father's line-of-duty death
- Description
- 18 years ago, her father Masayoshi Sato died in the line of duty, and she continues to carry his handcuffs.
Theatrical debut
- Significant event
- Theatrical debut
- Description
- Protects Ran and sustains serious injuries in the 4th theatrical film 'Captured in Her Eyes.'
Colleague Jinpei Matsuda's line-of-duty death
- Significant event
- Colleague Jinpei Matsuda's line-of-duty death
- Description
- Had feelings for Jinpei Matsuda, who died in a bomb incident three years ago, but resolved that case and overcame the past.
Romantic relationship with Wataru Takagi
- Significant event
- Romantic relationship with Wataru Takagi
- Description
- Became lovers and now support each other.
Relationships
Masayoshi Sato
Father
Former First Investigation Division detective who died in the line of duty 18 years ago. An object of respect and support for her.
Wataru Takagi
Lover
Was an object of interest previously and later developed into a romantic relationship.
Yumi Miyamoto
Best friend
Best friend who sometimes invites her to group dates.
Conan Edogawa
Ally
Highly regards his reasoning skills and cooperates in investigations.
Juuzo Megure
Mentor like
A figure she adores, overlapping with her late father.
Tokyo Metropolitan Police Criminal Investigation Department First Investigation Division Violent Crimes Investigation Third Unit
Tokyo Metropolitan Police Criminal Investigation Department First Investigation Division Violent Crimes Investigation Third Unit: member
Media appearances
Detective Conan
Manga / Supporting
Serialization began in 1996
Detective Conan
Anime / Supporting
TV series began in 1996
Captured in Her Eyes
Movie / Supporting
4th Theatrical Film (1999)
Detective Conan: Challenge Letter to Shinichi Kudo
Drama / Supporting
TV drama series
Voice cast and creators
Atsuko Yuya
- Voice actor
- Atsuko Yuya
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- TV Anime Edition
Natsuki Ueno
- Voice actor
- Natsuki Ueno
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Live-action TV Drama Edition
Gosho Aoyama
- Creator name
- Gosho Aoyama
- Role
- Original author
TMS Entertainment
- Creator name
- TMS Entertainment
- Role
- Animation studio
Shogakukan
- Creator name
- Shogakukan
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Miwako Sato Figure
- Item name
- Miwako Sato Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Detective Conan Acrylic Keyholder Miwako Sato
- Item name
- Detective Conan Acrylic Keyholder Miwako Sato
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Regular