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The Seat of the Dead

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The Seat of the Dead

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When a body is found on the “Seat of the Dead” bench in Nakano Central Park, the victim is identified as rising pop star Mickey Nakano—real name Akihabara Kōichi—sending shockwaves through the entertainment world. Detectives from the Central Precinct are thrust into a tangled investigation that quickly reveals the killer may be someone close to the idol’s inner circle. Their first leads bring them to a slick talent‑agency manager who claims he was protecting Nakano’s career, a nervous stewardess named Otsuka Hiromi who was the last to see him alive, and a cynical freelance writer, Maba Gōsaku, who had been digging into the star’s scandals. As each interview uncovers hidden grudges, financial pressures, and secret affairs, the team begins to suspect that the murder is less a random act and more a calculated move within the cut‑throat world of fame. The mounting evidence forces the detectives to confront which of the three suspects is capable of turning a public bench into a killing ground.

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Self‑described freelance reporter who claims to have been driving in Makuhari, Chiba during the crime window.

Famous singer whose style and songs are imitated by Mickey Nakano.

A pharmaceutical sales manager who passes through the park early morning, notices the bench and later becomes involved in the investigation.

Man Amale

A man seated on the bench nicknamed “Seat of the Dead” is shot by Man Z, initially survives but later dies from the wound.

Man Zmale

Approaches Man A on the bench, draws a real handgun and fires, remaining cold and composed throughout.

The 30‑year‑old talent known as Mickey Nakano (real name 秋葉原好一) is found dead near the bench; his background as a Jacky Ueno impersonator is revealed.

Flight attendant suspected of involvement; claims she was staying at a hotel in Fukuoka at the time of the murder.

Employee of Uguisu Valley Talent Agency who provides details about Mickey’s origin, career and personal history.

Seasoned mystery writer interviewed about the case, offering insights into timeline and suspects.

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