The SRI (Science Research Institute) is a private research organization specialized in scientific investigations, and they appear in Operation: Mystery.[1]
Overview[]
SRI is a private research organization with a mission to handle scientifically complex, challenging, or cases involving supernatural phenomena for the Japanese police through the utilization of their uniquely developed machinery, equipment, and technology.
Throughout the series, SRI often undertakes special operations at the request of the police or collaborates with law enforcement in joint investigations. However, being a private organization, SRI does not possess equivalent authority to that of the police.[2]
Members[]
Tadashi Matoya
- Main article: Tadashi Matoya
Tadashi Matoya is the director of SRI. In the past, he served as the head of the forensic division at the Metropolitan Police Department.
Recognizing the significance of scientific investigation during his tenure, he founded SRI upon retirement, leveraging his experience. He is currently 48 years old.[2]
He is portrayed by Yasumi Hara.
Shiro Maki
- Main article: Shiro Maki
Shiro Maki is the strategist of SRI, possessing a calm and steadfast belief in science. His intense aversion to crime is rooted in the loss of his father in a past scientific crime.
Later, at the invitation of Matoya, a colleague from his time at the Metropolitan Police Department, he joined SRI. He is currently 28 years old.[2]
He is portrayed by Shin Kishida.
Kyosuke Misawa
- Main article: Kyosuke Misawa
Kyosuke Misawa is a member of SRI, possessing an enthusiastic personality and sharp intuition. A graduate of the National Defense University, he not only boasts a robust physique but also possesses a wealth of scientific knowledge.
In his day-to-day activities, he is often seen in the laboratory wearing a white coat. He is currently 24 years old.[2]
He is portrayed by Homare Suguro.
Hiroshi Nomura
- Main article: Hiroshi Nomura
Hiroshi Nomura is a member of SRI, primarily responsible for fieldwork within the team.
Despite being somewhat careless at times, his agile initiative and amiable personality make him an active contributor to the team. He is currently 21 years old.[2]
He is portrayed by Seiji Matsuyama .
Saori Ogawa
- Main article: Saori Ogawa
Saori Ogawa is a member of SRI, primarily responsible for logistical tasks such as scientific analysis and communication.
She actively assists in collecting evidence at the scene of events. Despite being somewhat naive, she possesses a sharp intuition for perceiving human nature. She can intuitively sense the subtleties of human interactions in the surrounding atmosphere. She is currently 19 years old.[2]
She is portrayed by Reiko Kobashi .
Collaborators[]
Taizo Machida
Taizo Machida is the head of the First Investigation Division at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. He was formerly a colleague of Matoya during their time at the Metropolitan Police Department, and their relationship is close.
Therefore, following the establishment of SRI, he assumes the role of a bridge between the police and the organization. Many requests for and collaborations in investigations are personally approved by him. He is currently 48 years old.
He is portrayed by Akiji Kobayashi.
Arsenal[]
Attire[]
Under normal circumstances, members of SRI wear suits for investigative missions. However, for certain events, they don specialized attire:
- SRI Jacket : Crafted from special fibers, the exclusive protective suit provides high-level sealing and various functionalities, including protection against toxins, heat resistance, bulletproofing, cold resistance, and anti-stab features. Typically, this ensemble is compactly folded and stored in a carrying case attached to the belt, ready to be retrieved and donned as needed.
Equipment[]
- Transmitter : Usually built into the members' belt buckles, it can notify headquarters of their location in emergency situations.
- Penlight : A compact flashlight with powerful illumination, widely used in investigations in dark environments.
- Chemical Mace : A handgun-shaped sprayer capable of ejecting various chemicals. This weapon only appears in the NG version of episode 2.
- Compact Camera : A pistol-shaped camera.
- Miniature Camera : A miniaturized camera shaped like a lighter.
- Spectrum Destruction Device : A penlight-shaped small ray gun.
- Tape Measure Type Special Grip : Can be used as a restraint weapon to immobilize opponents during hand-to-hand combat.
- Sunbeam 500 : A high-performance laser gun that requires prior authorization due to its high-power armament.
- Perfect Light : A large flashlight crafted by Makishi.
Mecha[]
- Tortoise : A compact vehicle equipped with various covert devices, typically driven by Nomura. The entire vehicle has undergone reinforced modifications, including a heat-resistant engine hood and bulletproof windshield made from a special alloy. It can accommodate up to two passengers. In the early stages of the series, it featured gull-wing windows, but later these were removed and replaced with a convertible top.[2]
- The vehicle is based on the Subaru Sambar 360.
- SRI Special Vehicle : Another vehicle equipped with high-performance tracking and communication devices, its appearance identical to an ordinary sedan except for the SRI logo on the body.
- The vehicle is based on the Toyota Crown MS50 early model sedan.
Gallery[]
Operation: Mystery[]
Mysterious Incident Special Investigation Team SRI: The Sneering Man Engulfed in Flames[]
Operation: Mystery - Second File[]
Operation: Mystery - Mystery File[]
Miscellaneous[]
Trivia[]
The emblem of PSRI.
- In episode 24 of Ultraman Max, titled "The Unmarked Town", there is an organization introduced called P.S.R.I (Police Science Research Institute), whose logo and name both reference SRI.
References[]
| Defense Teams | |
|---|---|
| Showa Defense Teams | SSSP, Defense Force | TDF (UG, MAT, TAC, ZAT, MAC, UGM) | Science Guard Party |
| Heisei Defense Teams | UMA | WINR | HEART | Mydo | TPC (GUTS, Super GUTS, Black Buster Corps, Neo Super GUTS) | GUARD (XIG) | GOKAZOKU | SRC (EYES, Team SEA), JADF | BCST, JSDF | TLT (NR) | UDF (DASH) | GUYS | DEUS | ZAP SPACY | Team U | UPG | UNVER (Xio) | VTL | AIB |
| Reiwa Defense Teams | EGIS | GAF (STORAGE) | TPU (GUTS-Select) | SSSP | GGF (SKaRD) | KDF | SKIP, GDF | KSCT, NDF |
| Other Defense Teams | Inter Galactic Defense Force | Space Patrol | MIGHTY JACK | SRI | SGM | Team Mouri | SAT | SAF | PAT | Koseidon Corps | MAT | SWORD | SSSP | USP | GIRLS |