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Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen(赤かぶ検事京都篇)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryProsecutor Male Lead

Following years of dedicated work as an assistant prosecutor, Hiiragi Shigeru has recently earned a promotion to public prosecutor. Referred to as "The Red Turnip Prosecutor" for his fondness of pickled turnip and his talent for injecting humor into the typically serious courtroom environment, Hiiragi brings a unique perspective to the legal profession with his emphasis on compassion alongside his extensive legal expertise and experience, much to the dismay of high-profile defense attorneys. Against the backdrop of Kyoto's rich tradition and history, this legal mystery offers a distinctive twist.

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Keiji to Kenji - Shokatsu to Chiken no 24ji(ケイジとケンジ 所轄と地検の24時)

2020Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryProsecutor Male LeadDetective Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 63% similarity match.

Nakaido Gota works as an investigator at the police department in Kanagawa Prefecture, while Majima Shuhei serves as a prosecutor at the Yokohama District Prosecutors' Office. Gota is dedicated to apprehending criminals and seeks recognition from the victims, whereas Shuhei prioritizes obtaining convictions for offenders in the name of social justice. Despite their differing approaches, both men are committed and passionate about their work, collaborating on a variety of cases to bring about justice.

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Shokuzai no Sonata(贖罪の奏鳴曲)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDeathLawyer Male LeadMurder

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Supporting Character, Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 60% similarity match.

Reiji Mikoshiba is known as an unbeatable attorney who will go to great lengths to secure a lenient sentence for his clients, regardless of the charges against them. Due to the questionable nature of his clientele, he is often ostracized for his unscrupulous tactics. When he volunteers to defend Mitsuko in a high-profile murder case, the odds seem stacked against her. Meanwhile, a body is found in a river in Saitama Prefecture, sparking an investigation by Inspector Watase. As Watase delves deeper, he uncovers a connection between the victim, a journalist, and Mikoshiba. It is revealed that Mikoshiba has a dark past as the true perpetrator of a heinous crime. The mystery deepens as Watase tries to uncover Mikoshiba's motives for becoming a lawyer despite his criminal history.

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Kemonomichi( けものみち)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Animal Trail, a natural path created by the movement of wildlife, can be a lifesaver for individuals who find themselves lost in the wilderness. One day, a woman who feels overwhelmed by her difficult circumstances unexpectedly encounters a man. Desperate for a change, she decides to trust the stranger's guidance and see where the "Animal Trail" will take her. Will this path bring her joy and fulfillment, or will it lead her astray?

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Hero Season 2(ヒーロー 第2期)

2014Japan
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 57% similarity match.

Kohei Kuryu serves as a prosecutor at the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Josai branch. Setting himself apart from his colleagues, he approaches each new case by visiting the scene of the incident to observe firsthand. This distinctive approach has remained consistent throughout his 13-year career. Chika Asagi, an assistant officer at the prosecutor's office, is inspired by Kuryu's methods and experiences personal growth as a result.

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Ikukyu Deka(育休刑事)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Akizuki Haruto, a police detective taking a break to care for his child, must use his parenting experiences to crack cases in this lighthearted mystery. Juggling fatherhood with his wife Saki, Haruto unexpectedly becomes a hostage during a robbery. Despite the dangerous situation, Haruto relies on his sharp eye for detail to gather evidence and discreetly contact his fellow officers for help. As he navigates the unfolding events, he must also tend to his son Ren's needs, such as changing diapers and feeding, bringing a unique twist to his crime-solving adventures.

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Kenji Onijima Heihachiro(検事・鬼島平八郎)

2010Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryProsecutor Male LeadAdapted From A MangaPolitical

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 56% similarity match.

At 44 years old, Heihachiro Onijima embarked on a career as a prosecutor while taking on the sole responsibility of caring for his two nephews, who were orphaned following his sister's tragic death

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Justice (2014)(守望正义)

2014China
InvestigationLawMysteryProsecutor Male LeadProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 50% similarity match.

The exclusive group photos of three different generations of prosecutors in the Republic, including Ren Ming Jiang, Li Da Kang, Xia Qing, and Lin Xi, emphasize the important role of modern prosecutors in carrying out legal oversight and upholding social fairness and justice with professionalism and responsibility. (Sohu TV)

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Kyoto Chiken no Onna(京都地検の女)

2003Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative follows a female prosecutor who utilizes her keen intuition, similar to that of a homemaker, to solve crimes.

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Shimei to Tamashii no Limit(使命と魂のリミット)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The gripping narrative takes place in the cardiac surgery wing of a college hospital. Ishihara portrays a young medical intern with aspirations of becoming a cardiac surgeon, all while harboring suspicions about the true circumstances surrounding her father's death during a surgical procedure.

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Akutotachi wa Senri o Hashiru(悪党たちは千里を走る)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedy

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Takasugi Atsuro used to work as a drama director at a production company until his boss stole his proposal and belittled him, leading him to quit in anger despite being in debt. Together with his broke assistant director Sonobe Yuto, they hatch a plan to kidnap a wealthy family's dog. However, their scheme is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a mysterious woman named Mikami Natsuko and the child of the targeted family, Shibui Takumi. Takumi proposes that they should kidnap him instead. Later that night, a man claiming to be John Lennon calls and accuses Takasugi of kidnapping Takumi. The true motive behind this mysterious turn of events remains unclear.

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Fujiko (2015)(フジコ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychological

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Fujiko is a unique serial killer driven by a thirst for blood. After surviving a horrific massacre that claimed the lives of her entire family at the age of 11, she was left with deep emotional scars. Unbeknownst to her, she gradually transformed into a bloodthirsty murderer seeking solace in her actions. Despite her descent into darkness, she repeatedly murmurs, "I can start anew," with each kill. The question remains: what motivates her to commit these murders? Derived from Mari Yukiko's novel "Satsujinki Fujiko No Shoudou."

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Chinmoku Hotei(沈黙法廷)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathHousekeeper Female LeadMurder

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Supporting Character, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the neighborhood of Akabane in Tokyo, a senior citizen who resided alone has been discovered deceased. The elderly individual was found strangled. Investigators from the Akabane Police Station are looking into the incident. Residents living near the victim claim to have seen a woman entering and exiting the victim's residence on occasion. This woman is known as Yamamoto Miki, who provides household services for her clients. The detectives from the Akabane Police Station pay a visit to Yamamoto Miki's residence, where they are joined by detectives from Saitama Prefecture. Several suspicious deaths have occurred at the homes of her previous clients. The media begins reporting on the situation as a potential series of homicides. The mystery surrounding Yamamoto Miki and the truth behind these incidents become the focus of attention.

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Miki Kurinikku de Kanpai o(神酒クリニックで乾杯を)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryMedical

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Tsukumo Katsumi, a former surgeon who was dismissed for an unfortunate incident resulting in a patient's death, is recommended to join Miki Clinic by his former mentor, Professor Mimori. The clinic, run by director Miki Shoichiro, caters to high-profile clients seeking discreet medical care. As Tsukumo settles into his new role, he uncovers a different aspect of Miki Clinic - their willingness to fulfill any request in order to alleviate patients' anxieties and allow them to focus on their treatment. Working alongside the other doctors at the clinic, Tsukumo tackles unconventional patient demands.

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Seigi no Tenbin(正義の天秤)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaGenius Male LeadLawyer Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Kazuya Takano, a former surgeon turned lawyer, is known for his exceptional intelligence and logical reasoning skills. He is recruited by the Shidanzaka Law Office after the sudden passing of the firm's founder. The late founder's daughter, also a lawyer, enlists Kazuya's help in reviving the law office. Working alongside four other lawyers in room 1, they specialize in criminal cases. Each of the four lawyers comes from diverse backgrounds and possesses unique personalities. The team consists of the late founder's rookie daughter, a former NEET with an inferiority complex, a proud ex-judge, and a compassionate ex-detective.

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Konno Bin Suspense Kiso 235 (2023)(今野敏サスペンス 機捜235)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryCold Case

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Upon first impression, Shimanaga Shoichi may appear to be a regular elderly individual nearing retirement at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Second Mobile Investigation Unit. However, he is renowned for his exceptional investigative skills, able to recall the faces of 800 individuals he has encountered. Takamaru Takuya, a driven and attractive member of the unit, partners with Shimanaga with aspirations of being transferred to the prestigious First Investigative Division. Additionally, Higuchi Akira, a detective in the Violent Crimes Division, possesses keen insight and is unafraid to work independently in pursuit of the truth behind cases. As the Mobile Unit tackles challenging cases in a gripping manner, they will join forces with Higuchi's team to tackle the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's most notorious cold case throughout the season. Based on the book series "Mobile Investigation Unit 235" by Konno Bin.

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Saka no Ue no Akai Yane(坂の上の赤い屋根)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In a peaceful neighborhood stands a house topped with a crimson roof. Nearly two decades ago, a tragic event unfolded within its walls - the brutal murder of the parents by their own daughter, Aota Ayako, and her partner, Obuchi Hideyuki. This heinous crime captured global attention, especially when Hideyuki confessed to past acts of assaulting young girls in his book "A Premature Autobiography". Throughout the trial, it was revealed that Ayako had been manipulated by Hideyuki into committing the crime, leading to his death sentence and her life imprisonment. Some time later, a new author named Ogura Sana proposed a novel idea to Hashimoto Ryo, an editor at Todoroki Shobo, based on this tragic incident. As they delved into interviews with key figures involved, such as Obuchi Reiko - who married Hideyuki while in prison - and his former mistress and skilled editor, Ichikawa Seiko, they found themselves entangled in a web of dark emotions. Little did they know, a shocking revelation awaited them, hidden from the world's knowledge.

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Seigi no Tenbin Season 2(正義の天秤 season2)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaLawyer Male LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Taking place three months after the conclusion of the initial season of "Justice in a Balance," the story unfolds following the mysterious disappearance of Takano Kazuya from the Shidanzaka Law Office. Despite Saeki Mei's attempts to reach out to Takano Kazuya, he remains elusive. During this period, the lawyers in room 1 are confronted with challenging cases, such as Kiryu Miyuki's pursuit of a retrial for a case in which she previously served as the judge and delivered a guilty verdict.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari(警視庁ゼロ係)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Female LeadEccentric Male LeadPolice Superintendent Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Superintendent Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko is an inexperienced career police officer with a limited ability to assess situations accurately. Following an incident, he was moved from the National Research Institute of Police Science at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to the newly established consultation office within the Community Safety Division of Suginami Chuo Police Precinct. This office is presented as a fresh approach to promptly address public feedback, but it actually serves as a repository for individuals who have caused trouble and been marginalized. Referred to as the "Zero Section" by precinct members, Kobayakawa's partner is the assertive and outspoken veteran detective Terada Torami. Despite their differences, the two, along with the unique members of the section, tackle challenging cases with determination.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 2(警視庁ゼロ係2警視庁ゼロ係~生活安全課なんでも相談室~SECOND SEASON)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryComedyDetective Female LeadDetective FictionEccentric Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

The consultation office at Suginami Chuo Police Precinct is a unit that deals with individuals who have been dismissed due to causing disturbances in various locations. No matter how you look at it, zero multiplied by any number remains zero. This means that individuals who are deemed useless will continue to be so regardless of their numbers. Referred to as the "Zero Section," they are responsible for handling miscellaneous tasks such as bothersome notifications, trivial complaints, claims, and troublesome disputes. Within this section, inexperienced Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko, a police officer with a background in the National Research Institute of Police Science but lacks situational awareness, partners with skilled veteran detective Terada Torami, who was transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division for his history of causing trouble. Despite their conflicting views, they work together to tackle various cases and responsibilities alongside their less competent colleagues.

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Deaf Voice: Hotei no Shuwa Tsuyakushi(デフ・ヴォイス 法廷の手話通訳士)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaFormer Police Officer Male LeadInterpreter Male LeadSign Language

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Supporting Character, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Arai Naoto, a child of deaf adults (CODA), faces challenges in his career and marriage. Struggling to communicate with his family and partner, he decides to become a sign language interpreter. As he adjusts to his new role, a court interpreting assignment brings up a past event, linking two different cases from the past and present. This story is based on the novel "Deaf Voice: A Sign-Language Interpreter in Court" by Maruyama Masaki.

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Keishicho Shissonin Sosaka(警視庁失踪人捜査課)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaFormer Detective Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Takashiro Kengo used to be a detective in the 1st Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police. Ever since his daughter went missing, Kengo has become more reckless and less cautious. Currently, he is employed in the Missing Person Investigation Section of the Metropolitan Police, where he collaborates with his partner Myojin Megumi. (

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Chuzai Keiji Season 2(駐在刑事 Season2)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFormer Detective Male LeadPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Derived from the book "Chuzai Keiji: The Wind That Crosses One" by Sasamoto Ryohei.

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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Toshiro Side(彼女のウラ世界<TOSHIRO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaRomance

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Toshiro pops the question to his girlfriend Akiko after dating for three years

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Unmei no Hito(運命の人)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaHistorical

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

In a 2009 novel by Yamasaki Toyoko, a journalist discovers a confidential agreement known as the "Okinawa pact" between the Japanese and American administrations. The deputy director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs plays a crucial role in this revelation.

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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 2(京都地検の女 2)

2005Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

The tale follows a female prosecutor who uses her instinctual wisdom as a homemaker to crack cases.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 3 similar to Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 3(京都地検の女 3)

2006Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

The narrative follows a female prosecutor who utilizes her innate common sense as a homemaker to solve crimes.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 4 similar to Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 4(京都地検の女 4)

2007Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

A female district attorney uses her intuition and common sense to solve criminal cases alongside a homemaker.

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 5 similar to Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 5(京都地検の女 5)

2009Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

A female district attorney uses her natural intuition, similar to that of a homemaker, to unravel mysteries and solve crimes.

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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 7(京都地検の女 7)

2011Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 8(京都地検の女 8)

2012Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

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Doubletone - Futari no Yumi( ダブルトーン~2人のユミ~ )

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaRomance

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

In the novel "Daburuton" by Shinji Kajio, the story revolves around the unique friendship and conflicts between two individuals named Yumi, which surpasses all boundaries. Yumi Nakano, a successful career woman, and Yumi Tamura, a dedicated housewife, find themselves witnessing each other's daily lives in their dreams every night. As their memories and current realities start to intertwine, a series of unexpected events unfold. Adding to the complexity, Yumi Tamura's husband, Yohei Tamura, becomes romantically involved with both women named Yumi.

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Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi: Namida no Jikenbo(刑事吉永誠一 涙の事件簿)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Yoshinaga Seiichi works as a detective at the Kanagawa-ken Police Department, where his dedication to his work extends beyond solving crime cases to assisting those in need. Joining him as his new colleague is Kagami Shinichi, and their first assignment together involves investigating the discovery of a deceased woman in a basement carpark.

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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 9(京都地検の女 9)

2013Japan
InvestigationLawMiniseriesMysteryDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Law, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

In the latest installment of the beloved drama series, viewers follow the journey of Tsurumaru Aya, a female public prosecutor in Kyoto. Aya demonstrates that a housewife's intuition can be a formidable tool in solving various cases. This season sees Aya's daughter Rin tying the knot and moving out, only to be replaced by Tomoko, Narimasu's daughter returning from the United States.

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Kera(螻蛄)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryCrimeOrganized Crime

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

In the midst of a scandal involving a valuable picture scroll owned by a religious group with 5 million followers, Kuwahara Yasuhiko, a former member of a criminal organization in Kobe, and Ninomiya Hiroyuki, a consultant in construction, find themselves entangled in a fierce confrontation against corrupt detectives, criminals, and an attractive owner of an art gallery. The question remains: who will come out victorious and claim the money from the affluent Buddhist priests?

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Dai Byoin Senkyo Mae the Night Before(大病院占拠前 the night before)

2023Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Six months prior to the occupation incident, Koichi is on a mission to uncover the hidden truths of Kaiseido Hospital. In the midst of their investigation, Koichi and Sagami break into Tajima Design Office, the architectural firm behind the hospital's design. Their goal is to retrieve blueprint data, but their plans are disrupted when three employees and a security guard unexpectedly appear. It appears that the police had been informed about the break-in and summoned the employees to provide information. However, as everyone boards the elevator, it suddenly stops and a mysterious gas is released, causing them to lose consciousness. Upon regaining consciousness, they are informed via a mysterious voice that the employees have been fitted with a deadly device around their necks and injected with poison. The voice then issues a chilling ultimatum: in order to escape the elevator alive, they must uncover the identity of the killer among them.

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Chuzai Keiji Season 3(駐在刑事 Season3)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFormer Detective Male LeadPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Based on the book "Chuzai Keiji: One Wo Wataru Kaze" written by Sasamoto Ryohei.

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Nomen Kenji(能面検事)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryProsecutor Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 44% similarity match.

This legal thriller features Fuwa Shuntaro, the top prosecutor at the Osaka District Public Prosecutors' Office, as he seeks the truth of a case, disregarding the influence of higher authorities in the prosecution and police. Known as the "Noh Mask Prosecutor," Fuwa approaches his work with a calm and composed demeanor. Each episode tackles a societal issue linked to the darker aspects of Japanese culture, revealing the tendency of the police to conceal information and highlighting the bureaucratic characteristics of the prosecution.

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Koiwarai(こい わらい)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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The enigma surrounding the swords, the continuous onslaught of adversaries, and a budding affection for attractive young men. What lies ahead for Meguru, an enigmatic female university student? A riveting and enigmatic tale set in Aoyama.

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Mofuku no Rendezvous(喪服のランデヴー)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Derived from the book "Rendezvous in Black" written by Cornell Woolrich.

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Mousou Sousa(妄想捜査)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDrama

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Kuwagata Koichi works as an associate professor in the Department of Literature at a lesser-known university. Despite being labeled as a skilled detective by society, he doesn't possess the typical qualities of a famous figure. While he may seem calm and composed on the outside, he harbors intense emotions within. Praise lifts his spirits, while criticism brings him down. His unconventional behavior attracts a series of challenges and mishaps, leading to a life filled with setbacks. However, he decides to turn over a new leaf, leaving behind his troubled past and embracing a more stylish lifestyle by tackling crises effortlessly in his role at the university. He tackles difficult problems with his ever-evolving creative ideas. His only confidante in his unconventional thought process is Shinno Hitomi, a sophomore studying literature at the university.

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Kabuka Bouraku(株価暴落)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryBank SettingBusiness

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Hiroshi Bando is employed as a credit officer at a prominent bank. There is a debate within the bank regarding whether to grant an additional loan to a large supermarket chain. Hiroshi is against the loan because the supermarket has not shown any effort to restructure. On the other hand, Tetsuya Ninohe, the Vice President of the Planning Department, insists on approving the loan to prevent any negative impact on the bank in case the supermarket goes bankrupt. Tetsuya also harbors a strong animosity towards Hiroshi and comes up with a plan to incriminate him. During this time, a store belonging to the supermarket chain is bombed and a message is sent by the perpetrator demanding the resignation of the CEO, Kozo Kazama, who runs the supermarket in an authoritarian manner. The bomber threatens more attacks if the demand is not met, but the supermarket tries to keep this information hidden to avoid a drop in their company's stock value. Despite this, Hiroshi strongly advocates for the public disclosure of the bomber's message. Detective Hiromitsu Yaen starts to suspect a young man named Ko Inunaki as the perpetrator, as he was present at the crime scene.

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Shin Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi(新・刑事吉永誠一)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

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Yoshinaga Seiichi serves as a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police. He firmly believes that every case can be solved and never gives up on his investigations. His partner, Kagami Kiichi, is the son of Takashi, a renowned detective in the same police force. Kujo Kazumai, a police officer with a degree from Tokyo University, joins the First Investigative Division not as Director as originally planned, but as a detective in the field due to his own request.

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Yami no Bansosha(闇の伴走者)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFormer Police Officer Female LeadInvestigator Female Lead

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

One year following the passing of manga artist Fumiya Ajima, a collection of 50 previously unseen drawings is uncovered. These drawings bear a striking resemblance to Ajima's style, but contain elements related to multiple cold cases involving missing women from 35 years ago. Ajima's widow approaches the Department Head of Ajimapuro to confirm the authenticity of the sketches. Former police officer Yuki Mizuno is tasked with investigating the origins of the 50 drawings. Mizuno seeks assistance from Shinji Daigo, a manga expert, to delve deeper into the mystery.

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Tenshi no Naifu(天使のナイフ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryCrimeDrama

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Takashi Hiyama is the manager of a cafe and has been raising his 4-year-old daughter alone since his wife Shoko passed away. Shoko was tragically killed by three 13-year-old boys several years ago. Despite being shielded by the Juvenile Act, the boys' actions resulted in Takashi and Shoko's mother facing intense media scrutiny. Despite the advice from Shoko's friend Kana Kurashina and cafe employee Yudai Chiba, Takashi decides to secretly search for the three boys. As the boys start to face mysterious attempts on their lives, detectives begin to suspect Takashi due to his previous threats of seeking revenge if the boys were not held accountable. In the midst of the chaos, Takashi is determined to uncover the truth about the boys' actions.

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Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!!(保育探偵25時~花咲慎一郎は眠れない!!~)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyDrama

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Shinichiro Hanasaki used to work as a detective for the police department, but now he runs a nursery called "Smiling Garden." In order to assist underprivileged families and single parents by offering affordable childcare, he operates on a very tight budget. To generate extra income, he decides to open a private detective agency at night. This storyline is based on the novel series "Hanasaki Shinichiro" by Shibata Yoshiki.

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Godan(誤断)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathSuicide

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Makita Takahiro is employed in the Public Relations (PR) Department of Nagawara Seiyaku, a prominent pharmaceutical company in Japan. While on his way to work one day, he witnesses a tragic incident of someone taking their own life by jumping onto the railway tracks in front of an approaching train. Following this, he is summoned to a meeting with the Vice President, Anjo Takao, who informs him that the suicide might be linked to a medication produced by the company. Anjo then tasks Takahiro with collaborating with the authorities in their inquiries. With Nagawara Seiyaku currently in discussions with a significant foreign investment group regarding a potential merger, any negative publicity could jeopardize the deal and lead to the company's downfall due to financial struggles caused by the economic downturn. Despite being instructed to maintain strict confidentiality, even from his fiancée Morita Mayumi, who serves as Anjo's assistant, Takahiro faces a moral dilemma as he navigates between his responsibilities to the public and the company. As the investigation progresses and the drug is found in the deceased's body during the autopsy, Anjo directs Takahiro to negotiate an out-of-court settlement with the family while preparing reports for the Ministry of Health. Feeling conflicted, Takahiro seeks guidance from the company's lawyer, Takafuji Tatsumi, who is aligned with the President's faction seeking to remove Anjo post-merger. Ultimately, the question remains: will Takahiro prioritize the company's financial interests over his own moral compass?

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5(警視庁ゼロ係SEASON5)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyEccentric Male Lead

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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Akiko Side(彼女のウラ世界 <AKIKO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaRomance

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Toshiro pops the question to Akiko, his partner of three years

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Koroshita Otto ga Kaette Kimashita(殺した夫が帰ってきました)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Suzukura Mana is an aspiring fashion designer working at an apparel company. She has diligently served as an assistant and is on the verge of realizing her dream of debuting as a designer. However, Mana harbors a dark secret that she cannot share with anyone: she killed her husband, who subjected her to daily abuse, to secure the tranquil life she currently enjoys. Suddenly, her supposedly dead husband reappears before her, devoid of any memory of the past, and they find themselves living together. As Mana spends time with her "deceased husband," she discovers a gentler side of him that she had never experienced before. Yet, a startling revelation soon comes to light.

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1972 Nagisa no Keika(1972 渚の螢火)

1972Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel Adaptation1970sDrama

Like Akakabu Kenji Kyoto-hen, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Novel Adaptation themes with a 44% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds when a cash transport truck, carrying a staggering one million dollars in US currency, is ambushed and subsequently disappears. Concerned that an incomplete yen-dollar exchange could lead to diplomatic tensions between Japan and the United States, the Ryukyu Police establish a covert special investigation unit to address the incident. Detective Maeda Taichi is designated as the leader of this team, which includes his former classmate and rival, Yonaha of the First Investigative Division, along with five additional team members. Together, they embark on their inquiry within an 18-day deadline, engaging with Okinawa's business sector, local gangs, and US military personnel.