Always With You (2018) - Asian drama recommendation
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Always With You (2018)(陪读妈妈)

2018China
DramaExchange Student Male LeadFamily RelationshipFriendshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingStudied AbroadYouth

The narrative explores the experiences of mothers from diverse backgrounds who are dedicated to supporting their children through their academic journeys. It delves into themes of relationships, selflessness, and personal development within the realms of parenthood, family, and love. Li Na, a successful businesswoman managing her own beauty brand, is compelled to abandon her career when her son encounters persistent challenges while studying in Canada. Despite objections from her husband, Ding Zhi Yuan, Li Na decides to become a full-time tutor mother in Canada, unknowingly triggering unforeseen consequences in both her professional and personal life. As her bond with her defiant son weakens, Li Na finds comfort and solidarity among fellow mothers such as Hu Yuan Yuan, Xia Tian, and Chen Li Li.

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Recommendation: Into the Wild similar to Always With You (2018)
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Into the Wild(野人老師)

2022Hong Kong
DramaMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthTeacher Male Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

After a scandal, well-known educator Pak is expelled from the tutorial center he established. At the same time, his spouse expresses a desire to end their marriage. Reflecting on his past, Pak is haunted by the thought of confronting his father Ho. Ho, a respected figure in the education field and the creator of Nature Primary School, fostered a connection with nature and a simple lifestyle among the students, including Pak. Despite being raised in nature, Pak never felt pride in his father. Upon learning from his father that his mother was a famous actress, Pak left for the city in search of her, only to discover it was a fabricated story. Feeling disillusioned, Pak abandoned his rural upbringing and embarked on a different path, co-founding a tutorial school with his close friend Tong.

Recommendation: Stand by Me Season 2 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Stand by Me Season 2(一起同过窗第二季 / Yi Qi Tong Guo Chuang Di Er Ji)

2017China
DramaFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthComedyStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversity

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

As summer fades away and old classmates depart while new ones arrive, the dynamics of friendship shift. Another year unfolds at the university, deepening the bond among a group of nine friends. Leaving behind the naivety of their freshman year, Lu Qiao Chuan, Zhong Bai, Ren Yi Fan, and their peers embark on their second year. Yi Xin's departure to America for studies serves as a catalyst for Shi San to excel academically. The arrival of new student Xu Lian Qiao in the electrical engineering class brings a sense of mystery with her. When the original teacher of the class departs, the once-disjointed group of students in the class begins to come together.

Recommendation: A Love for Dilemma similar to Always With You (2018)
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A Love for Dilemma(小舍得)

2021China
DramaFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthNovel AdaptationFamily PressureJunior High SchoolLife

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

The third movie in the "Little" series explores the themes of education and family dynamics within typical Chinese households. As children transition from elementary to junior high school, the dynamics within families also change. Nan Li worries about her daughter Huanhuan's academic struggles, prompting the whole family to prioritize her education. Meanwhile, Nan Li's friend Tian Yu Lan faces challenges in her marriage due to her lack of trust in her husband. Tian Yu Lan's dedication to her son, Yan Zi You, puts pressure on him to excel academically. Zhang Xue Er, the headteacher of Huanhuan and Yan Zi You, goes above and beyond to help a student from a rural village, only to face backlash from school authorities.

Recommendation: Boys to Men (2015) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Boys to Men (2015)(爸爸快长大)

2015China
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingComedyHigh School

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, and School Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Cui Wei, Sun Qiang, and Song Danan have been friends since their high school days. Despite becoming fathers, they still have some growing up to do. The sudden departure of Cui Wei's wife, who is the deputy director of a bank, has left him in financial ruin. With the support of his old friends, he may be able to overcome this challenge. The arrival of Wang Shanshan, a direct and unexpected presence, adds to his struggles. Sun Qiang, who is handsome but self-absorbed, often angers his wife Feng Jingjing. However, he always finds a way to make amends. Song Danan, a savvy "economic controller," has convinced his wife Lu Xiaoting that she is too frugal. Together, they have entered into a business partnership after changing careers. The story focuses on the three friends as they navigate life's challenges and setbacks, ultimately finding the courage and responsibility to reclaim their happiness.

Recommendation: Good Time (2020) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Good Time (2020)(老闺蜜)

2020China
DramaFriendshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipFamilyLife

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 33% similarity match.

The story revolves around five elderly women residing on the same street who are brought together by a scam. Through shared experiences of joy and sorrow, they form a deep bond while seeking new purpose in their lives. Each woman, with her own unique background and personality, navigates the challenges of aging. Mei Yi, who runs a cafe, grapples with the loss of her son. The arrival of a new waitress, Xiao Xue, brings unexpected changes to her life. Teacher Song maintains a busy schedule, occasionally causing trouble for her daughter. Liu Da Fu's efforts to improve her son's life backfire, leading to his unhappiness. Hong Jie, a local resident, worries most about her children despite having everything she needs. Ai Lin, admired for her beauty, experiences profound loneliness. Their paths cross at a 'health lecture,' and as they unite to outsmart scammers, they form lasting friendships.

Recommendation: Hand in Hand (2021) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Hand in Hand (2021)(陪你一起长大)

2021China
DramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingFamilyLifeMotherhoodMulti-GenerationalMultiple Storyline

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, Multiple Mains, and School Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

The lives of mothers and their connections with their children have been a focal point. The four families have faced significant obstacles in their relationships between spouses, parents and children, and across generations. Enrolling their young children in just one year of preschool education has provided young parents with valuable growth opportunities. They have learned to prioritize supporting their children's development over engaging in competition, guiding them to establish a solid foundation for their future.

Recommendation: New Kids War similar to Always With You (2018)
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New Kids War(新キッズ・ウォー)

2005Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthFamilyLifeSchool BullyingSchool RivalryStudent Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The series "New Kids War" follows the story of Otsuki Kaori, a primary school teacher who is transferred to a new school after an incident involving bullying

Recommendation: 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8 similar to Always With You (2018)
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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8(3年B組金八先生)

2007Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthHigh SchoolLifeStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The upcoming season will showcase Kinpachi Sakamoto's dedication as a teacher who experiences the ups and downs alongside his 25 students, who also mature through the process. They will navigate challenges such as preparing for university entrance exams, navigating complex relationships with family, educators, and peers, and managing their hopes and setbacks.

Recommendation: The Gem of Life similar to Always With You (2018)
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The Gem of Life(珠光寶氣)

2008Hong Kong
DramaFamily RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMultiple MainsFamilySisters' Relationship

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Multiple Mains themes with a 33% similarity match.

In Pak Siu Yau's perspective, her three daughters are as precious as jewels. She strongly believes that a woman's ultimate fortune lies in marrying a man of wealth. To secure a prosperous future for her daughters, she has been grooming them from a young age, hoping they will wed into affluent families as they grow older. Yau's eldest daughter, Hong Nga Yin, initially disagrees with her mother's values. However, upon seeing that Yin's suitor is Ko Cheung Sing, a wealthy man, she allows Yin to pursue her choice. Yau's second daughter, Hong Nga Tung, is a hopeless romantic but struggles in her love life. To make amends, Yau aims to pair her with Ho Chit Nam, the son of Hong Kong's renowned business magnate, Ho Fung. The youngest sister, Hong Nga Sz, understands Yau's worries. Having overcome a divorce, Sz now sets her sights on Fung. Yau's persistence pays off, as her daughters all marry affluent men. Despite this, money fails to bring them joy, and the sisters slowly succumb to vanity.

Recommendation: 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 7 similar to Always With You (2018)
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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 7(3年B組金八先生7)

2004Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthJunior High SchoolLifeStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The seventh season of this long-running series is now airing, marking its 25th year on television. Kimpachi Sakamoto will once again face challenges and issues with the new class. As the year progresses, valuable lessons that cannot be purchased with money will be learned. In the previous season, Sakamoto clashed with Principal Chida regarding teaching methods, resulting in his removal from the Board of Education. However, he has returned to teaching at Sakura Middle School. The school is currently dealing with a rise in youth crime, along with issues such as drug use and sexually transmitted diseases. Kimpachi finds himself back in a chaotic school system, ready to tackle new problems and deliver important messages. Stay tuned for updates on the developments in class 3B over the next six months. (TBS)

Recommendation: Love Letter (2008) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Love Letter (2008)(ラブレター)

2008Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthAdventureDisabilityLifeMedicalRomance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Minami, a girl who is hearing impaired, uses sign language to connect with her first love, Kaiji, as they navigate their budding romance together with the help of a puppy. As their relationship deepens, Minami develops an unattainable longing to hear Kaiji's voice. In a heartfelt gesture, Kaiji promises to act as Minami's ears. However, the constraints of their youth prevent them from keeping this promise. Their story unfolds over 15 years, filled with both beauty and heartache, as they navigate their first love and family bonds. (TBS)

Recommendation: Spotlight (2020) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Spotlight (2020)(スポットライト)

2020Japan
DramaMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthAnthologyStudent Female Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 2 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Nonstop Season 2(뉴논스톱)

2000South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthComedyRomanceSitcomStudent Supporting CharacterUniversity

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nonstop, a South Korean sitcom, premiered its initial season on MBC in 2000, followed by five more seasons. The show gained popularity for featuring a talented cast of young celebrities, some of whom rose to fame after debuting on the show. Each season of Nonstop showcases the comical daily escapades of a group of college students, along with their friends and family members.

Recommendation: Stand by Me (2016) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Stand by Me (2016)(一起同过窗)

2016China
DramaFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthBest Friends RelationshipComedyDormitory SettingMilitary TrainingSchool ClubUniversity

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Lu Qiao, Zhong Bai, and Ren Yi Fan have a strong bond from high school and all attend the same university. As they start their college journey, they make new acquaintances. However, their friendship faces a challenge when Lu Qiao develops feelings for a fellow classmate, causing tension with Zhong Bai (who harbors feelings for Lu Qiao) and Ren Yi Fan, who finds themselves caught in the middle.

Recommendation: Ruri no Shima similar to Always With You (2018)
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Ruri no Shima(瑠璃の島)

2005Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthElementary SchoolIsland SettingLifeMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

On the small island of Hatomi in the southern sea frontier of Okinawa, the community is facing a difficult situation. As the last student leaves the elementary school, it is inevitable that the school will close down. Mr. Nakama takes it upon himself to find a solution and travels to Tokyo to bring his grandson back to the island. When his daughter refuses, he decides to adopt another child instead. He comes across Ruri, an 11-year-old girl who has trust issues due to her mother's neglect. After realizing Mr. Nakama's genuine intentions, she agrees to accompany him to the island. However, the local teacher, Ms. Sanae, is not welcoming towards Ruri and criticizes her city style, causing tension among the island residents. Only Mr. Nakama and his wife Megumi stand by Ruri's side. A mysterious man named Mr. Kawashima arrives on the island and befriends Ruri, but his true motives remain unclear. Meanwhile, local couples Katsumura and Nishiyama, as well as Kashu and Igawa, offer their support to Ruri in their own ways.

Recommendation: Project 17: SPIKE similar to Always With You (2018)
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Project 17: SPIKE(SPIKE 极限17 扣杀)

2019China
DramaFriendshipSchool SettingYouthMelodramaSportsVolleyball

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

The volleyball team at Second High School, facing difficulties, experiences a setback when their top player, Xu Xin, transfers to Tianheng High School following a devastating loss

Recommendation: My Annoying Roommate similar to Always With You (2018)
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My Annoying Roommate(同学,你什么时候从我家搬走?)

2023China
FriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthFamilyRomanceWeb Series

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Friendship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

During the second semester of her junior year, 17-year-old Su Qiao found herself sharing a desk with the popular student Lin Zi Lu. Unfortunately, his arrival seemed to bring nothing but trouble for Su Qiao. Despite their rocky history from ten years ago, Lin Zi Lu not only caused her financial strain but also ended up moving into her home. Feeling somewhat alienated as Lin Zi Lu befriended other classmates, Su Qiao couldn't help but wonder when he planned on leaving. Despite the initial tension, Su Qiao and Lin Zi Lu eventually bonded while working in the fields, facing challenges together, and pursuing their aspirations side by side. As the end of the school year approached, Lin Zi Lu had to return to the city for his senior year, leaving behind memories of a summer filled with growth and camaraderie in Huxin Village.

Recommendation: Unwrap the Age of 13 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Unwrap the Age of 13(봉인해제 13세)

2017South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthLifeMiddle SchoolWeb Series

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Starlight (2005) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Starlight (2005)(スターライト)

2005Japan
DramaFriendshipSchool SettingYouthDanceDancer Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Tale of camaraderie, challenges, and achievements of aspiring dancers who come together at the renowned "Starlight" dance academy

Recommendation: Monster Parent similar to Always With You (2018)
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Monster Parent(モンスターペアレント)

2008Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipSchool SettingYouthLawLawyer Female LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Monster parents are described as parents who continually make unreasonable requests to their children's school, disrupting its normal operations. Takamura Itsuki, a top lawyer at a prominent law firm, is assigned a case by a school board involving these challenging parents. Through her work on the case, she encounters parents demanding the dismissal of a teacher due to their dialect, pushing for their child to secure a spot on the soccer team, and refusing to pay lunch fees because of taste preferences. Initially hesitant, Itsuki eventually becomes determined to address the issues presented by these "monster parents."

Recommendation: Secret Girls similar to Always With You (2018)
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Secret Girls(シークレットガールズ)

2011Japan
DramaFriendshipSchool SettingYouthJunior High SchoolStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Rio Shibaski and Maya Aramaki, both in their third year of middle school, admire Secrets, a popular idol girl group known for keeping their personal lives confidential. To their surprise, Rio and Maya discover that the members of Secrets are actually their classmates and are invited to join the group. The five girls form a new group called Secret Girls and must navigate the challenge of maintaining their dual identities and keeping their involvement in the group a secret from others.

Recommendation: Tomorrow (2002) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Tomorrow (2002)(愛情白皮書)

2002Taiwan
DramaFriendshipSchool SettingYouthAdapted From A MangaHigh SchoolRomance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Tomorrow's tale unfolds across a period of 8 years, delving into themes of love and friendship. The protagonist, Yuan Cheng Mei, is a high school athlete who sustains an injury during a practice session. It is during this moment of need that a stranger comes to her rescue, setting the stage for the beginning of this story. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Love Is All Around (2004) similar to Always With You (2018)
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Love Is All Around (2004)(사랑을 할꺼야)

2004South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipSchool SettingYouthFirst LoveLifeRomance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Everyone experiences their first love, and often, it doesn't conclude on a joyful note. Jin Bo Ra is not exempt from this reality, facing both her first love and a daunting predicament. The man she adores deeply is revealed to be the son of her mother's partner. She never anticipated that her affection would fade away so quickly. Moreover, she failed to fully communicate her feelings. She learned the hard way that if you miss that chance and that moment, love can evaporate like ice cream in the sun.

Recommendation: Home with the Kids Season 4 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Home with the Kids Season 4(家有儿女 4)

2007China
Family RelationshipFriendshipMultiple MainsYouthComedyFamilyLife

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Multiple Mains, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Xia Dong Hai, a children's drama director who has been through a divorce, returns to Beijing from the United States with his young son Xia Yu (often referred to as "Little Yu") and daughter Xiao Xue (also known as "Little Xue"). He plans to settle down with Liu Mei, a divorced woman who has a son named Liu Xing from her previous marriage. Despite the unconventional family dynamics, the five of them live happily together in a modern flat in Beijing. The storyline follows the family members as they navigate through various challenges in life and work together to overcome them. This family structure deviates from the typical one-child policy in modern Chinese families.

Recommendation: Aristocratic Birth: Prince of Legend similar to Always With You (2018)
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Aristocratic Birth: Prince of Legend(貴族誕生-PRINCE OF LEGEND-)

2019Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingHost-Hostess Club SettingMiniseriesRomance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Multiple Mains, and School Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Shintaro, with hard work and dedication, there is a possibility of achieving nobility in the future. A town situated in the heart of the world during the night, known as the night ring. In this town controlled by hosts, clubs compete fiercely for dominance. They compare sales, drinks, and conflicts to determine the winner. In this place, winning is everything, regardless of the game being played. There is no influence of law enforcement or police. In a different part of the world, there lived a man who did not partake in the extravagant night ring lifestyle. Shintaro, the president of the civil engineering company "All-day Civil Engineering" passed down from his parents, toils in mud and sweat every day. He leads a modest yet fulfilling life with his employees. One day, the representative of the top night ring club "Texas" and Shintaro's brother make an appearance. Meanwhile, at St. Brilliant Academy following the Prince Championship, Kouki Tendo, Kyogoku Ryu, Hiura Kaiji, and Riku Odajima exhibit unusual behavior. A connection forms among the four students before the basketball tournament. And who is the individual linking the Night Rings to St. Brilliant School? Brothers, friends, best friends. Each one prepares for a battle strengthened by their familial bond in order to protect what is important to them.

Recommendation: 19borders similar to Always With You (2018)
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19borders(19borders)

2004Japan
DramaFriendshipYouth

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

A series portraying the experiences, challenges, and development of a collection of individuals aged 19, taking place in a laundry facility

Recommendation: Youngsters on Fire Season 4 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Youngsters on Fire Season 4(機智校園生活 - 青春向前衝)

2022Taiwan
DramaMultiple MainsYouth

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Multiple Mains, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Xu Nian Ya, a mysterious individual, joins Class 12-B and focuses on the main teacher Xu Yi Fei. Following graduation, Liu Chuan Feng strikes a deal with Mi Bao before heading off to study in the United States. Apple and Ou Xian Ming go their separate ways. Gorilla remains resistant to Qi Jia Zhen and her affections, while the true nature of the relationship between Yi Fei and Nian Ya is exposed. Five years later, everyone is pursuing their aspirations, but facing the harsh realities of life. The divorce party for Qi Jia Bao and Ou Ji Aling may seem absurd, yet it serves as a reunion for many old friends who begin to view each other in a new light. (Taiwan Pavilion)

Recommendation: Tokyo Tower 2007 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Tokyo Tower 2007(東京タワー)

2007Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipMother-Son RelationshipAdapted From An AutobiographyIllnessLifeSlight Romance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 29% similarity match.

Inspired by the memoir of Lily Franky, this novel delves into the author's family life and the moments he shared with his mother.

Recommendation: Sepia's Memory similar to Always With You (2018)
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Sepia's Memory(セピアの想ひ出)

2008Japan
DramaMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthHigh SchoolMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Dream Chaser League similar to Always With You (2018)
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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
DramaFriendshipMultiple MainsYouthChasing A DreamComedyRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Multiple Mains, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A contemporary play follows the journeys of six young individuals as they passionately pursue their dreams. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Wuri's Family similar to Always With You (2018)
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Wuri's Family(우리집)

2001South Korea
DramaFriendshipSchool SettingYouthDisabilityFamilyMutenessRomance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The main focus of the storyline revolves around a romantic entanglement involving Wu Ri, Da Eun, and Tae Hee, while also exploring themes of family and friendship. The narrative follows two lifelong friends, Tae Hee and Wu Ri, who have been close since childhood. Tae Hee harbors a secret love for Wu Ri, who only has eyes for another girl he met at university, Da Eun, who is deaf and mute. This unrequited love leaves Tae Hee heartbroken, especially since Wu Ri's family strongly opposes their relationship.

Recommendation: Backlight Lovers similar to Always With You (2018)
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Backlight Lovers(逆光青春)

2013Taiwan
DramaFriendshipSchool SettingYouthCampus SettingLifeRomanceUniversity

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ke Zhong, along with his friends Zhen Feng and Ming Da, were apprehended by Lin Da for their mischievous pranks on campus. As a consequence, the university mandated that they participate in a charitable cycling trip across Taiwan to assist underprivileged families, which was orchestrated by Lin Da. An Jie, a timid girl who befriended Lin Da after standing up for her against tormentors, was also included in the expedition. They made a pact to reunite in three years upon completing their journey.

Recommendation: Student Abroad similar to Always With You (2018)
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Student Abroad(小留学生)

2005China
DramaFamily RelationshipSchool SettingYouthStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot centers around the experiences and daily lives of Chinese students Liu Xin, Xiong Li, Wen Xiao Xiao, Qiu Zhi Wen, and additional characters while studying in Canada. It portrays the poignant narrative of a cohort of Chinese adolescents navigating their formative years amidst the influences of a foreign culture. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Youth Unprescribed similar to Always With You (2018)
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Youth Unprescribed(非处方青春)

2020China
DramaFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthChasing A DreamMedicalSlight RomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

A story of self-discovery, defiance of stereotypes, and aspirations unfolds as a group of medical students navigate through university life in a heartfelt youth drama. At the beginning of the academic year at Southeast Medical University, Wu Yue, aspiring to be a surgeon, crosses paths with seven fellow classmates. As they delve into the complexities of medicine, they uncover each other's unique traits and characteristics, which sometimes lead to conflicts. Wu Yue and Gao Yiyang's dynamic is akin to the collision of two celestial bodies. The arrival of a young girl accompanying her ailing mother to the hospital adds another layer to their lives. The realization of life's transience and the value of relationships sparks deep emotions among the eight students, who will eventually pledge their commitment to medicine together on their journey toward becoming doctors. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Dear My Friends similar to Always With You (2018)
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Dear My Friends(디어 마이 프렌즈)

2016South Korea
DramaFriendshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipMultiple MainsCharacter DevelopmentGenerational ConflictLifeLife LessonMelodramaMultiple CouplesSismanceSlight Comedy

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, and Multiple Mains themes with a 28% similarity match.

Park Wan is a translator who is frequently encouraged by her mother, Jang Nan Hee, to spend time with her older friends: Jo Hee Ja, Moon Jung Ah, Oh Choong Nam, and Lee Yeong Won

Recommendation: Bright Time similar to Always With You (2018)
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Bright Time(芥子时光)

2024China
Family RelationshipFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthBromanceCampus SettingLifeRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Deviating from the typical youth drama formula, this campus narrative revolves around themes of friendship, familial affection, and motivation. Centered around a 17-year-old main character, the storyline follows a cohort of young individuals navigating their way through college life, showcasing their journey of personal development. (Douban)

Recommendation: 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 6 similar to Always With You (2018)
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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 6( 3年B組金八先生 - 6)

2001Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthJunior High SchoolLGBTQ+LifeStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTransgender Supporting CharacterTransphobia

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Tetsuya Takeda returns for his sixth year as a committed middle school teacher in Japan. Sakura Middle School is leading the way by implementing the new student guidance guidelines mandated by the education ministry for next April. Additionally, two new transfer students will be entering the 3-B class, and the school will welcome its first non-Japanese teacher on staff.

Recommendation: 49 similar to Always With You (2018)
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49(49)

2013Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthComedySlight RomanceSpirit PossessionStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Dan, a freshman in high school, struggles academically and athletically and prefers to spend his leisure time at home. However, one day, his deceased father's spirit inhabits Dan's body. His father, who had excelled in various areas, now bestows his talents upon Dan. As a result, Dan excels in basketball, gains popularity, and even starts dating a well-liked girl at school. His newfound success and mature perspective begin to influence his classmates, who are initially surprised by his transformation. Eventually, his friends uncover the truth behind his sudden change.

Recommendation: Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi Season 2 similar to Always With You (2018)
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Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi Season 2(恋の病と野郎組 Season2)

2022Japan
DramaFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthBromanceComedyFluffyHigh SchoolNaive Male LeadNice Male LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Is it possible for these 8 boys to conquer their anxiety when talking to girls? In the second season, they must attempt to secure a girlfriend by any means necessary

Recommendation: Nonstop similar to Always With You (2018)
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Nonstop(논스톱)

2000South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingYouthComedyRomanceSitcomStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

The show gained fame for featuring a talented group of young stars, some of whom rose to stardom after appearing on the series. Each season of Nonstop follows the comical daily escapades of a circle of university students, along with their loved ones and friends.

Recommendation: Cast: The Golden Age of Insiders similar to Always With You (2018)
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Cast: The Golden Age of Insiders(캐스트: 인싸전성시대)

2020South Korea
DramaFriendshipMultiple MainsSchool SettingYouthAmusement Park SettingComedyHealingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesSitcomUniversityWeb Series

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Multiple Mains, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

This romantic comedy series follows the experiences of young adults in their early twenties. It explores the narratives of characters set against the backdrop of an amusement park, where themes of 'Fatigue and Healing', 'Stress and Pleasure', and 'Sum and Ssam' intersect. (Naver)

Recommendation: Risou no Musuko similar to Always With You (2018)
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Risou no Musuko(理想の息子)

2012Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipSchool SettingYouthComedyMiniseriesMixed Live Action-AnimationSingle MotherStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Mother-Son Relationship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Umi Suzuki raised her son Daichi on her own while holding a job. Daichi, a high school student, is very close to his mother and has always been a well-behaved and dutiful son. He adores his mother and goes to great lengths to make her happy, even going as far as driving away potential suitors. When Umi takes on a new part-time job at a cafeteria in an all-boys high school known for its rowdy students, Daichi decides to transfer there in order to protect her. Without consulting Umi, he leaves his prestigious preparatory school to enroll at the troublesome high school. However, Daichi quickly realizes that he is like a lamb among wolves in this new environment.

Recommendation: Star City similar to Always With You (2018)
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Star City(星光都市)

2011China
DramaMultiple MainsYouthCity Setting

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Multiple Mains, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Special Duty Elite similar to Always With You (2018)
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Special Duty Elite(特勤精英)

2017China
DramaFriendshipYouthMilitary

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Four Years of Life similar to Always With You (2018)
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Four Years of Life(四年一生)

2020China
DramaSchool SettingYouthRomance

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Childhood companions, Gu Wei and Xu Zi Rui, spent their formative years together

Recommendation: Super Girl similar to Always With You (2018)
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Super Girl(校园女大兵)

2020China
DramaFriendshipYouthMilitary

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mama no Kamisama similar to Always With You (2018)
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Mama no Kamisama(ママの神様)

2008Japan
DramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipLife

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Mother-Son Relationship themes with a 27% similarity match.

With your support, I find the strength to persevere... I vow to never release this intertwined hand! This heartfelt tale showcases the bonds between parents and children, men and women, and all humanity. Against all odds, a woman who has been through three divorces raises three children from different fathers as a single mother. She navigates life's challenges without losing herself, facing obstacles daily in the enduring love shared between mother and child. (tvdrama-db.com)

Recommendation: Otona no Jugyo similar to Always With You (2018)
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Otona no Jugyo(オトナの授業)

2024Japan
DramaSchool SettingYouthMiniseries

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Formerly a full-time teacher, Kato Kyoko transitions to a role as a part-time high school educator following a specific incident. Upon her arrival, she is placed in a class comprised of students facing a range of challenges.

Recommendation: Gaki☆Rock - Asakusa Rokku Ninjo Monogatari similar to Always With You (2018)
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Gaki☆Rock - Asakusa Rokku Ninjo Monogatari(ガキ☆ロック ~浅草六区人情物語~)

2017Japan
DramaFriendshipYouthComedy

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Drama, Friendship, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Naughty Angels similar to Always With You (2018)
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Naughty Angels(꾸러기 천사들)

2011South Korea
Family RelationshipSchool SettingYouthLife

Like Always With You (2018), this drama also features Family Relationship, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.