The Secret of the Telegian

A relentless reporter who pieces together the case from cryptic clues left at the murder scene. He partners with Inspector Kobayashi and the police, pursuing leads from the amusement park to the cabaret and beyond. His curiosity drives the investigation and he becomes a bridge between journalism and law enforcement.

A methodical inspector who coordinates the detective team’s efforts, balancing cautious skepticism with a willingness to pursue unorthodox leads. He follows suspects tied to past grudges and dangerous secrets that hint at a larger cover-up. His persistence anchors the pursuit of truth in the face of danger.

The seasoned police captain who oversees the investigation, embodying authority and wartime experience. He suspects the case involves more than a simple crime and hints at a clandestine operation linked to national security. His leadership keeps the pursuit organized amid a web of lies.

A brilliant yet secretive electrical engineer behind the teleportation breakthrough. His work sits at the intersection of scientific progress and ethical peril, as conspirators exploit his invention for murder and a stolen-gold scheme. His presence complicates the investigators’ moral landscape.

The vengeful figure who survived the past, using the teleportation device to target those who betrayed him. He communicates intent through audio tapes and notes, and uses the device to disorient and kill with precision. His calculated ruthlessness drives much of the film’s tension.

The owner of the Military-Land Cabaret who becomes entangled in greed and a cover-up. He belongs to the same circle that exploited Nikki’s science for illicit gold and murder. His actions reveal how entertainment venues can conceal dangerous collaborations.

A construction foreman who helps mask the plot behind a veneer of work crew normalcy. He acts as a crucial link in the past conspiracy, either protecting or revealing the truth about the stolen gold. His role underscores how ordinary jobs can cloak extraordinary crimes.

A doctor connected to Nikki’s research and the top-secret experiments. He participates in the cover-up and supports the enforcement of silence around the project. His presence highlights medical-professional complicity in technocratic schemes.