Sherlock is assisted by her flatmate, Dr. Wato Tachibana (Shihori Kanjiya), a doctor who has recently returned from volunteering medical aid in Syria.
[1] Because of Sherlock's keen observational and deduction skills, she is frequently asked by Inspector Gentaro Reimon of the Metropolitan Police to help with cases.
As the first major series to cast both leads as female,[3] it has received praise for this choice.
"[6] Kevin Yeoman of Screen Rant praised the relationship between the two leads and called the show "a satisfying binge-watch for HBO subscribers.
"[9] Kristina Manente of Polygon recommended the show and said "Self-professed Sherlockians dig Miss Sherlock.