The eighth episode of The Dinner Table Detective is scheduled to premiere on Friday, May 23, 2025, at 11:30 PM JST, as announced on the series’ official platform. This upcoming installment promises to unveil critical elements of the plot, including revelations surrounding Kageyama and Kazamatsuri’s anticipated encounter, as well as insights into Hosho’s identity and Kageyama’s role in recent investigations.
Although viewers may not receive detailed previews of the episode’s events, they can rest assured that the definitive release schedule for The Dinner Table Detective episode 8 has been established.
Release Information for Episode 8
Viewers in Japan can tune in to the new episode at 11:30 PM JST on Friday, May 23, 2025. However, many international fans can expect their local premieres on the same day, while a few might catch it in the early hours of May 24, 2025. Local air times will differ based on regional time zones.
Scheduled Broadcast Times by Region
| Time Zone | Local Date and Time |
| Pacific Standard Time (PST) | 7:30 AM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| Eastern Standard Time (EST) | 10:30 AM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| British Summer Time (BST) | 3:30 PM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| Central European Summer Time (CEST) | 4:30 PM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| Indian Standard Time (IST) | 8:00 PM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| Philippine Standard Time (PHT) | 10:30 PM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| Japanese Standard Time (JST) | 11:30 PM, Friday, May 23, 2025 |
| Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) | 12:00 AM Saturday, May 24, 2025 |
Viewing Options for Episode 8
For fans eager to watch the upcoming episode, The Dinner Table Detective is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video with English subtitles shortly after its Japanese broadcast. Additionally, various dubbing options, including an English version, are provided on the platform.
Summary of Episode 7
In the seventh episode, renowned painter Keizan Matsushita is found stabbed in his own studio, prompting an investigation. Witnesses Maki Nakazoto, a freelance art journalist, and Misaki Aihara, a relative of the victim, provide critical testimonies. Keizan’s last words point to a sleeping figure in his mural, hinting at deeper family dynamics involving his wife and son, who appear unfazed by his demise.
The narrative further unfolds with Hosho and Kazamatsuri interviewing the aforementioned witnesses, where accusations regarding copyright disputes arise. Key suspects include Shoko Sasano, who has mysteriously gone missing. Kazamatsuri’s commitment to the case grows as she prepares for her role on a popular game show, indicating she might need to leverage Kageyama’s insight.
The episode culminates with Kageyama deciding to visit the crime scene, setting the stage for the revelations in episode 8 where he is likely to uncover Hosho’s true identity.
Anticipated Developments in Episode 8
In the forthcoming episode, Kageyama and Kazamatsuri’s meeting at the crime scene is expected to facilitate significant plot developments, particularly regarding the revelation of Hosho’s hidden identity. Additionally, Kageyama’s discoveries pertaining to his covert assistance to Hosho could reshape the dynamics of their collaboration.
Kazamatsuri may extend an offer for Kageyama to consult on future cases, allowing him full participation in solving the current one. His deeper involvement and sharp insights could be pivotal in cracking the ongoing mystery surrounding Keizan’s murder, leading to a resolution that may unite the trio in a new alliance.