Detective Conan Episode 494 May 2026

The episode continues the investigation into the mysterious disappearance and potential death of CIA agent and Black Organization member (codename Kir). While the overarching plot focuses on the friction between the FBI and the Black Organization, this specific episode features a self-contained "murder trick" involving a novel epilogue.

Episode 494, titled (Japanese: 赤と黒のクラッシュ 冥土 ), is a pivotal installment in the longest-running arc of the Detective Conan anime. Originally aired in Japan on February 4, 2008 , it serves as the fourth part of the intensive 14-episode "Clash of Red and Black" saga. Episode Summary Detective Conan Episode 494

The episode begins at the Hotel New Baker , where novelist Toshihisa Manda is finishing his latest work. The episode continues the investigation into the mysterious

The episode features a notable interaction between Conan and Eisuke Hondou . Conan observes Eisuke and makes a connection that leads to a cliffhanger regarding Eisuke’s past and his relationship with his sister. Production & Credits Director: Masato Sato Screenplay: Kazunari Kouchi Animation Directors: Keiko Sasaki and Ho Ryeol Park Opening Theme: "Ai wa Kurayami no Naka de" by ZARD Source Material: Adapted from Manga Volume 57 Significance within the Series Originally aired in Japan on February 4, 2008