Angry Kirby was once an unlikely poster child for the difference between Japanese and American sensibilities. When home in Japan, Kirby’s joyful, round face was rarely seen without a welcoming smile.

After almost ruining an investigation to take down Silvio Quintella, a crime boss, Denise, a 30-year-old cop, is put on leave by the chief of police, her own father. In order to redeem herself, Denise ...