The wait is nearly over for viewers following the weekly journey of Netflix’s gripping Japanese murder mystery. After the emotional weight of Episode 5, which dropped on February 10, the investigation into the buried past is picking up speed. Episode 6 of Silent Truth is scheduled to arrive globally on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
The series, which premiered on January 13, has been rolling out one hour-long chapter every seven days. With only five episodes currently available, the weekly format has audiences eagerly marking their calendars for the next clue in the case involving Detective Tobina Junichi and his four childhood friends.
Episode 6 Release Schedule for Audiences Around the World
Because Netflix refreshes its library on a global rollout schedule, viewers in different regions will get access at slightly different local times. Episode 6 will be available starting February 17, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). Here is the breakdown for major regions:
- USA (West Coast): 12:00 a.m. PT on Tuesday, February 17
- USA (East Coast): 3:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday, February 17
- United Kingdom: 8:00 a.m. GMT on Tuesday, February 17
- Canada: 3:00 a.m. ET / 12:00 a.m. PT on Tuesday, February 17
- Australia: 7:00 p.m. AEDT on Tuesday, February 17
- India: 1:30 p.m. IST on Tuesday, February 17
For viewers in other parts of Asia and Europe, the episode will be accessible simultaneously once the clock strikes midnight in California. The release follows the consistent pattern Netflix has used since the show began.
Where We Left Off: The Missing Gun and Broken Trust
As Episode 6 approaches, the tension among the four friends has reached a boiling point. When Detective Tobina Junichi ( Ryoma Takeuchi ) suggested digging up the time capsule buried under the cherry blossom tree—the capsule containing the gun from 23 years ago—the group expected to find evidence that could clear Iwamoto Makiko ( Mao Inoue ).
Instead, they discovered the firearm was gone.
Episode 5 ended with Kiyohara Keisuke ( Koji Seto ) convincing Makiko to go to the police, a decision that has fractured the group’s loyalty. Meanwhile, the investigation led by Detective Nara has officially connected the current murder case to the weapon stolen from the past. Junichi is now in the painful position of investigating the very people he grew up with.
What Episode 6 Holds: The Investigation Closes In
According to the official episode guide on Netflix, Episode 6 will focus heavily on the police procedural angle. Detective Nara is now fully convinced that the present-day homicide and the childhood secret are directly linked. The evidence is pointing toward one of the four friends.
At the same time, Junichi learns a critical piece of information regarding Keisuke’s car. Records show the vehicle was spotted near the original burial site. This detail puts Keisuke directly in the frame, raising the question of whether he moved the weapon—or worse, used it.
The official Netflix synopsis for the remaining episodes teases that the characters will be forced to confront the question: some childhood secrets are meant to stay buried. But with a murder investigation active, the past is no longer staying quiet.
The Cast Bringing the Mystery to Life
Ryoma Takeuchi leads the series as Junichi, a detective who returned to his hometown expecting a routine case, only to find his first love named as a suspect. Mao Inoue plays Makiko, the quiet and reserved woman at the center of the investigation. Koji Seto portrays Keisuke, the friend who broke ranks and approached authorities. Watanabe Daichi rounds out the core four as Sakuma Naoto.
The production is directed by Fukagawa Yoshihiro and Yamamoto Daisuke. The show is an adaptation of the novel Saikai.
How to Watch and Binge Preparation
All episodes of Silent Truth are available exclusively on Netflix. The series has a total of 10 episodes. With Episode 6 arriving on February 17, the remaining schedule is as follows:
- Episode 7: February 24
- Episode 8: March 3
- Episode 9: March 10
- Episode 10: March 17
The show carries a TV-PG rating in the US and a 13+ rating in other regions, reflecting its suspenseful but accessible tone.
For viewers who prefer to watch in Japanese with subtitles, all regional audio and subtitle options are available, including English, Spanish, French, and multiple Asian languages.
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Why Viewers Are Hooked on This Drama
Online discussions highlight how Silent Truth balances a police investigation with genuine emotional weight. The core concept—four adults forced to face a mistake they made as 11-year-olds—resonates because it asks a simple question: Are you still responsible for what you did as a child?
The weekly release format, while testing patience, has allowed the mystery to breathe. Each episode typically reveals one major clue while deepening the character relationships. Episode 6 is expected to follow this rhythm, with Junichi forced to choose between his duty as a detective and his loyalty to his childhood friends.
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