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Kobayashi is a real person portrayed by Eugene Nomura in the TV series Tokyo Vice (based on a true story).
In the first episode they appeared in, titled The Test (season 1), they were 49 years old.
They appear in 10 episodes out of a total of 18 aired

Kobayashi

by Eugene Nomura

character

Episodes10

  • 7.9
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    The Test
    episode S1.E1 april 2022
    Hired as Meicho Shimbun's first American crime reporter, Jake Adelstein is quickly tasked with covering two cases that initially appear unrelated, but soon stakes his career - and life - on connecting the dots.
  • 7.6
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    Kishi Kaisei
    episode S1.E2 april 2022
    As crime boss Tozawa dangerously toes the line between territories, the rival Chihara-Kai scramble to collect dues. Samantha protects another hostess, while Jake witnesses a confrontation that changes everything.
  • 7.9
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    Read the Air
    episode S1.E3 april 2022
    Jake's persistence pays off when he receives an exclusive from Detective Katagiri--but catches the less ideal eye of someone else in the process. Meanwhile, Samantha hits it off with a new customer, as Sato chooses between words and fists.
  • 8.3
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    Everybody Pays
    episode S1.E5 april 2022
    When Jake helps reveal the mole in Chihara-Kai, he must weigh the risks of accepting a favor in return from Ishida. Samantha attempts to take care of her Matsuo problem. Sato's recruitment ends with a devastating lesson in loyalty.
  • 8.1
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    The Information Business
    episode S1.E6 april 2022
    An impromptu Yakuza Peace Summit finds Tozawa at the mercy of his own actions. Samantha begins to settle her debts with Matsuo. A determined Jake chases down a tip.
  • 7.9
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    Sometimes They Disappear
    episode S1.E7 april 2022
    Jake struggles to regain his footing after the botched raid, while Samantha grows increasingly desperate to find Polina. Sato feels the pressure of his elevated standing in Chihari-Kai.
  • 8
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    Yoshino
    episode S1.E8 april 2022
    While Samantha risks it all for Polina's safe return, Sato is forced to mix business with pleasure. As Katagiri devises a plan to finally take down Tozawa, Jake is confronted by the crime boss's men.
  • 7.8
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    Don't Ever F**king Miss
    episode S2.E1 february 2024
    As Jake, Katagiri, and Samantha pursue the truth about Polina, Sato clings to life--but not all of Chihara-kai are hoping for his full recovery.
  • 7.6
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    Be My Number One
    episode S2.E2 february 2024
    As Jake and Katagiri seek new meaning at work, Samantha confronts a thief in her club, and Chihara-kai welcome a returning member.
  • 7.6
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    Old Law, New Twist
    episode S2.E3 february 2024
    Katagiri and Nagata ramp up their efforts. Jake gets invited to an exclusive party. Samantha and Sato deal with a growing problem at the club.