In celebration of the Detective Conan anime’s 30th anniversary, the long-running series revisited its musical roots by remaking its original opening and ending theme songs for the special episode Episode “ZERO”: Kudo Shinichi Aquarium Incident. The special aired as a one-hour broadcast on January 3, 2026, on Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV, marking a milestone moment for the franchise.
For the anniversary event, the series brought back the very first opening theme, “Mune ga Dokidoki” by The High-Lows, and the original ending theme, “STEP BY STEP” by ZIGGY, surprising viewers with nostalgic music that harkens back to Detective Conan’s earliest episodes. Both themes were played with updated visuals that honor the anime’s beginnings while celebrating its expansion over three decades.
Detective Conan Opening 1 “Mune ga Dokidoki” by The High-Lows Remake
Detective Conan Ending 1 “STEP BY STEP” by ZIGGY
The original Detective Conan anime first aired in January 1996, setting the foundation for a vast franchise that includes over a thousand episodes, movies, and merchandise. The choice to revisit the first opening and ending for the Episode Zero special was designed to evoke long-time fans’ cherished memories while highlighting how the series has grown and evolved musically and visually throughout its run.
The remade themes were accompanied by specially designed opening and ending sequences that blend earlier animation motifs with modern production techniques, a creative decision that underscores the anniversary’s theme of looking back and moving forward. This melding of nostalgia and new presentation reflects Detective Conan’s lasting cultural impact and its enduring connection with fans around the world.
As the franchise celebrates three decades of mystery, music has played a central role—Detective Conan has featured over 130 opening and ending theme songs through its history, cementing many tracks as staples of anime music culture.