Miwako Sato

Female Assistant Inspector of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Violent Crimes Unit

Belongs to the Third Section of Violent Crimes Investigation of the First Investigative Division of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, a female detective skilled in sniping and combat techniques. Solves many cases while interacting with Conan and others.

Quotes

  • For the sake of justice, I will overcome any hardship.
  • Even if my power alone is small, together with everyone, we won't lose.
  • I can't help but doubt, but I won't give up.
  • The truth will surely come to light.
  • I will do my utmost to protect the innocent.

Trivia

  • The only detective depicted in sniping scenes in both the original work and anime.
  • Her beloved car RX-7 also serves as a memento of her father.
  • Had a long unrequited crush on her senior Matsuda, who died in a bomb incident.
  • Her scream-like shouts during drift driving are the origin of her 'Witch' nickname.
  • Inexperienced in romance but has built a long, good relationship with Wataru Takagi.

Alternate names

Miwa Satomi Satomin Miwako-san

Tags

Detective Conan Detective Female Police Officer Violent Crimes Unit Assistant Inspector Shooting Martial Arts Romance Gosho Aoyama Mystery

Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
04-

Appearance

Overall appearance
A woman of medium build with dark brown hair close to black and brownish eyes. Features calm, detective-like attire and a sharp expression.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Calm demeanor
  • Stern posture befitting a detective
  • Always carries handcuffs inherited from her father
Iconic items
  • New Nambu M60 revolver
  • Black Mazda RX-7 (FD3S)
  • Handcuffs
  • Worn silver turquoise ring

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Hot-blooded
Detailed personality
Strong sense of justice and duty, with a side prone to being driven by passion, but conducts deductions and investigations calmly. Cares deeply for colleagues and has a compassionate personality. Somewhat inexperienced in romance, but possesses straightforward passion.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Kind
  • Hot-blooded
  • High deductive ability
  • Sincere
Motto
Justice will surely prevail
Talents
  • Sniping skills
  • Martial arts (joint locks, German suplex)
  • Driving skills (drift driving)
  • Keen intuition
  • Deductive reasoning
Skills
  • Criminal pursuit
  • Hostage negotiation
  • Firearms handling
  • Investigation assistance
  • Undercover decoy investigations via disguise
Motivation
Solving cases including avenging her father and upholding justice on the front lines
Habits
Habit of emitting scream-like shouts during car drift driving
Favorite foods
Nijisseiki pear, Ordinary home cooking
Hobbies
Driving, Martial arts training
Disliked foods
French cuisine (dislikes stiff, formal restaurants)
Disliked situations
Injustice, Betrayal

History

Backstory
Daughter of former detective Masayoshi Sato, who died in the line of duty 18 years ago. Becomes a police officer cherishing her father's will and keepsake handcuffs. Young female assistant inspector belonging to the Violent Crimes Unit, walking the same path as her father. Had feelings for her senior Jinpei Matsuda, who died in a bomb incident, but later moves on and becomes lovers with Wataru Takagi. Tackles investigations as a passionate detective overflowing with sense of justice.
Debut date
1996-01
Work title
Detective Conan
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
First appearance: Movie 4 'Captured in Her Eyes'

First appearance in Captured in Her Eyes

Significant event
First appearance in Captured in Her Eyes
Description
Debuts in Movie 4, suffers severe injury from the culprit's gunshot but recovers.

Jinpei Matsuda's death in the bomb incident

Significant event
Jinpei Matsuda's death in the bomb incident
Description
Her colleague and longtime crush Jinpei Matsuda dies in the line of duty in a bomb incident.

Romantic relationship with Wataru Takagi

Significant event
Romantic relationship with Wataru Takagi
Description
Becomes lovers with colleague Wataru Takagi, with their romance depicted.

Showcasing sniping skills

Significant event
Showcasing sniping skills
Description
Destroys a long-distance cellphone-type detonator with the New Nambu M60.

Appearances in Police Academy Arc and crossovers with other works

Significant event
Appearances in Police Academy Arc and crossovers with other works
Description
Appears in spin-off works like the Police Academy Arc, increasing her presence.

Relationships

Masayoshi Sato

Father

Former First Division detective father who died in the line of duty. Keeps his memento as a talisman.

Wataru Takagi

Partner and lover

Longtime work colleagues who later develop into a romantic relationship.

Yumi Miyamoto

Best friend

Friends in private life, such as being invited to group dates.

Kogoro Mouri

Colleague

Trust built through case investigations and friendship.

Conan Edogawa

Colleague

Respects Conan's deductive skills and often cooperates in investigations.

Tokyo Metropolitan Police First Investigative Division Violent Crimes Investigation Section 3

Tokyo Metropolitan Police First Investigative Division Violent Crimes Investigation Section 3: officer

Media appearances

Detective Conan

Manga / Protagonist

Serializing since 1996

Detective Conan

Anime / Supporting

TV anime broadcast started in 1996

Detective Conan: Captured in Her Eyes and many other movies

Movie / Supporting

Regular movie appearances since 1997

Detective Conan TV Drama Version

Drama / Protagonist

Broadcast multiple times

Voice cast and creators

Atsuko Yuya

Voice actor
Atsuko Yuya
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime version
Notes
Active voice actress

Natsuki Ueno

Voice actor
Natsuki Ueno
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Drama version

Gosho Aoyama

Creator name
Gosho Aoyama
Role
Original author

Shogakukan

Creator name
Shogakukan
Role
Publisher

TMS Entertainment

Creator name
TMS Entertainment
Role
Animation studio

Yomiuri TV

Creator name
Yomiuri TV
Role
Licensee

Related goods

Miwako Sato Figure

Item name
Miwako Sato Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Detective Conan Movie Pamphlet

Item name
Detective Conan Movie Pamphlet
Category
Stationery
Availability
Limited