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Jake Adelstein is a real person portrayed by Ansel Elgort 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 28 years old.
They appear in 16 episodes out of a total of 18 aired and have accumulated 13361 positive votes.
The character of Jake Adelstein is mainly associated with Jin Miyamoto, Samantha and Hiroto Katagiri.

Jake Adelstein

by Ansel Elgort

character

Episodes16

  • 7.9
    /10

    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
    /10

    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
    /10

    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.
  • 7.9
    /10

    I Want It That Way

    episode S1.E4 april 2022
    As Samantha makes strides toward the future, her past catches up. With help from Emi, Tin-Tin, and Trendy, Jake has a breakthrough in connecting the cases - and comes face-to-face with the head of Chihari-Kai, who requires a favor.
  • 8.3
    /10

    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
    /10

    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
    /10

    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
    /10

    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
    /10

    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
    /10

    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
    /10

    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.
  • 7.9
    /10

    Like a New Man

    episode S2.E4 february 2024
    As the new yakuza task force takes off, Ishida calls a summit. While Sato and Hayama join forces, Katagiri and Jake investigate a mysterious return.
  • 8.4
    /10

    Illness of the Trade

    episode S2.E5 february 2024
    After a disastrous setback, Sato and Hayama strategize a way forward. Jake and Katagiri pursue their target--and try not to land in his crosshairs.
  • 8.1
    /10

    I Choose You

    episode S2.E6 march 2024
    Chihara-kai attempt to regroup after a devastating shootout. Jake, Katagiri, and Nagata pursue a tip from Samantha.
  • 7.9
    /10

    The War at Home

    episode S2.E7 march 2024
    A death at Chihara-kai causes upheaval. Jake makes a long overdue visit home. Katagiri hopes a perp will help break his case wide open.
  • 8.6
    /10

    The Noble Path

    episode S2.E8 march 2024
    Jake's successful trip to the U.S. propels the group in a new direction, while Katagiri struggles with his case's devastating turn of events.

Best moments8

  • 7.9
    /10
    93% of the votes

    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
    /10
    83% of the votes

    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
    /10
    69% of the votes

    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.
  • 7.9
    /10
    61% of the votes

    I Want It That Way

    episode S1.E4 april 2022
    As Samantha makes strides toward the future, her past catches up. With help from Emi, Tin-Tin, and Trendy, Jake has a breakthrough in connecting the cases - and comes face-to-face with the head of Chihari-Kai, who requires a favor.
  • 8
    /10
    52% of the votes

    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.
  • 8.1
    /10
    44% of the votes

    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
    /10
    18% of the votes

    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.
  • 8.3
    /10
    10% of the votes

    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.

Votes per episode

3.5K
E1
2.6K
E2
2K
E3
1.8K
E4
270
E5
1.2K
E6
479
E7
1.6K
E8
0
E1
0
E2
0
E3
0
E4
0
E5
0
E6
0
E7
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