The manga RoOT/Route of Odd Taxi will be concluding with its 6th volume set to release in May 2025. The series, based on the struggles of a young detective duo, follows a rookie detective named Sato and his mentor Reina, as they navigate through a mysterious and human-centered storyline.
The manga, which began serialization in February 2023, has also been adapted into a live-action series. The Odd Taxi anime, which premiered in April 2021 and ran for 13 episodes, follows the story of Odokawa, a peculiar and solitary 41-year-old taxi driver. Throughout the series, Odokawa encounters various passengers, each with their own unique stories, leading him to uncover a girl who has gone missing.
The creator of the manga, Kazuya Konomoto, also known for Seto Utsumi, was involved in writing the anime adaptation. The series was directed by Baku Kinoshita, with character designs by Hiromi Nakayama. The anime received positive reception and led to a film adaptation titled Odd Taxi: In the Woods, which serves as a continuation of the television series.
The manga’s conclusion with the 6th volume marks the end of an era for fans of the Odd Taxi series. As readers eagerly await the final installment, they can reflect on the impactful journey and engaging characters that have made RoOT/Route of Odd Taxi a memorable and beloved series in the manga and anime community.