This episode is a standalone "filler" caper that shifts the action from London to Brazil, centering on a legendary pirate treasure and a clever subversion of a classic heist trope.
In a classic Lupin-style irony, the "Jet-Black Diamond" is revealed to be black pepper . A century ago, pepper was so valuable that it was nicknamed the "jet-black diamond," making the "treasure" worthless in the modern day. LupinIIIPartVI_Ep_09_ITA.mp4
This episode continues Part 6 's theme of integrating modern technology into thievery. Lupin even uses an army of drones to lure Inspector Zenigata away by spraying a specialized "Lupin powder" that contains his scent. Notable Highlights and Trivia This episode is a standalone "filler" caper that
The ending features Zenigata with a turtle, which is a subtle nod to a similar scene from the classic Lupin III Part 2 . This episode continues Part 6 's theme of
The file "LupinIIIPartVI_Ep_09_ITA.mp4" refers to the Italian-dubbed version of of Lupin the 3rd Part 6 , titled "The Jet-Black Diamond" (original Japanese: Shikkoku no Daiyamondo ).
The plot follows Lupin as he seeks a map hidden within an old kokeshi doll to find the legendary treasure of the "Pirate King" Sieg.