Are You Ready? Hey You Girl! - Asian drama recommendation
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Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!(覚悟はいいかそこの女子)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaBromanceComedyFamous Male LeadFriendshipHigh SchoolNice Male LeadRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Furuya Towa is a good-looking young man who has always attracted female admirers but has never been in a relationship and remains inexperienced. Determined to find a girlfriend, he sets his sights on the stylish and attractive freshman Misono Miwa. Despite her initial rejection when he asks her out, Towa finds himself falling more and more in love with her as he spends time thinking about her. (ANN)

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Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi(恋の病と野郎組)

2019Japan
BromanceComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolNice Male LeadRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFluffyMultiple MainsNaive Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Bromance, Comedy, Friendship, High School, Nice Male Lead, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 59% similarity match.

Is it possible for these 8 young men to conquer their apprehension of conversing with females?

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Horimiya(ホリミヤ)

2021Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolNice Male LeadRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthLifeOtaku Male LeadPopular Female LeadStudent Female Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Nice Male Lead, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 59% similarity match.

High school student Kyouko Hori is known for her friendly nature and academic achievements, but she keeps a hidden side of herself due to her responsibilities at home. On the other hand, Izumi Miyamura is perceived as a quiet otaku with glasses, but he is actually a kind person who struggles with studying. When Hori and Miyamura unexpectedly meet outside of school, they discover each other's true selves and form a unique friendship, sharing aspects of themselves they have never revealed before.

Recommendation: Ochanigosu similar to Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!
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Ochanigosu(お茶にごす。)

2021Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthDelinquent Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

Masaya Funabashi, a troublemaker in high school often referred to as Devil Ma-kun, opts to change his reputation by becoming a member of the Japanese Tea Ceremony Club. This information is sourced from MyAnimeList and is based on the manga "A Bad Boy Drinks Tea!" by Nishimori Hiroyuki.

Recommendation: Boys Este similar to Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!
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Boys Este(BOYSエステ)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 56% similarity match.

Akagi Hibiki, a high school student, starts working part-time at a beauty salon where his exceptional massage skills earn him the nickname "god hand." His path crosses with Koiwai Shizuka, another high school student who starts feeling self-conscious about her appearance because of hurtful remarks from her boyfriend, sparking a romantic connection between them.

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High Position(ハイポジ 1986年、二度目の青春)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadTime Travel

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 56% similarity match.

Mitsuhiko Amano, a 46-year-old office worker, recently lost his job and received news of his wife wanting a divorce. His daughter has chosen to stay with her mother due to her strained relationship with him. Feeling defeated, Mitsuhiko decides to visit a soapland, but a fall causes him to lose consciousness. Upon awakening, he finds himself back in 1986, in his teenage body, surrounded by familiar faces including his future wife, Sachiko. Unsure if this is a near-death experience or a second chance at life, Mitsuhiko ponders how he can make the most of this opportunity to change his future. Will he finally find the courage to approach Satsuki, the girl he had a crush on in high school? The story is inspired by the manga "High Posi" written by Takashi Kira.

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Koko wa Greenwood(ここはグリーン・ウッド)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAll-Boys SchoolStudent Female Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

The plot unfolds at Rokuto Academy, an exclusive school for boys, focusing on Hasukawa Kazuya, a newcomer to the unique Greenwood Dormitory, a converted mental institution. His initial shock arises when he finds out that his roommate is Kisaragi Shun, who seems to be a female student. (Tokyograph)

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Setoutsumi (2017)(セトウツミ)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthLifeTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

Utsumi leads a solitary life as he lacks companionship. When he isn't attending his private institute after school, he often finds himself idling by the riverside. One day, his routine is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Shokichi Seto, a former soccer player with time on his hands. The two strike up a friendship and are soon joined by Ichigo Kashimura and Hatsumi, fellow classmates from their high school.

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Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai(お前はまだグンマを知らない)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

Upon transferring to a school in Gunma Prefecture, high school student Nori Kamitsuki was taken aback by the noticeable cultural distinctions. Nori finds himself smitten with his classmate Kyo Shinooka, yet she remains loyal to her roots and declares her preference for dating someone from Gunma. To compound matters, Nori becomes embroiled in a confrontation with the rival prefectures of Tochigi and Ibaraki.

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The Day I Skipped School for You 3(教室的那一间第三季)

2020China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTransfer Student Female LeadWeb Series

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

Chen Mo and his companions are fortunate to be brought together in a humanities course. The beginning of the new semester introduces fresh faces to the class - an endearing and straightforward transfer student from rural areas, a commanding class leader, and a sensitive class counselor. (chinesedrama.info)

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Prison School(監獄学園 -プリズンスクール-)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthSexual ContentStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

Five young men enroll at a school that was previously exclusive to female students

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Princess Princess D(プリンセス・プリンセスD)

2006Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAll-Boys SchoolMale Centered PlotMultiple MainsTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

At a school for boys where a unique tradition involves selecting boys to dress up as girls for school events, Yutaka Mikoto, Shihoudani Yuujirou, and Kouno Tooru have been chosen as this year's Princess team. Not impressed by the lackluster performances of the current Princesses, Hanazono Otoya forms his own group of Dark Princesses to compete for the students' interest.

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Switch Girl!! Season 2(スイッチガール!! 2)

2012Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthHidden IdentityHidden PersonalityKidnappingStudent Female Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

Nika and Arata have finally become a couple, and their attractive appearance and affectionate demeanor make them the most admired pair in school. The upcoming season will depict their deepening bond and potential progression to a more serious stage in their relationship. As they embark on new adventures with their friends, Nika faces the challenge of concealing her true personality. The storyline also delves into the personal struggles of their friends, with Nika and Arata offering their support and guidance.

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High&Low: The Worst Episode.O(HiGH&LOW THE WORST EPISODE.O)

2019Japan
BromanceComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthActionGangMiniseriesTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Bromance, Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

The narrative depicts the events following the altercation in the storage units of the High & Low film at the Oya Institute. Fujio and Tsukasa were both enrolled at Oya High School, but Fujio had to transfer to a rural school near his grandfather's residence to assist with his care. Upon arriving at the institute, new students will attempt to assert their dominance.

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Koi no Yamai to Yarougumi Season 2(恋の病と野郎組 Season2)

2022Japan
BromanceComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolNice Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFluffyMultiple MainsNaive Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Bromance, Comedy, Friendship, High School, Nice Male Lead, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% 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

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Investor Z(インベスターZ)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBusinessSchool ClubTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Zaizen Takashi is a first-year student at Dojuku High School, renowned for its exceptional educational standards in Japan. Notably, it is the sole high school that does not require tuition fees. The unique approach to funding this institution involves placing high-achieving students in the 'investment club', where they generate profits. Takashi is eventually recruited into the club and becomes captivated by the world of investing.

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Gokusen Season 2(ごくせん 2)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthActionDelinquent Male LeadDramaPhysically Strong Female LeadYakuza

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

After six months, Shirokin Gakuen has shut down. Yamaguchi Kumiko now teaches a small group of children who struggle to connect with her teaching methods. Unexpectedly, she is offered a position at Kurogin Gakuen, where she becomes the teacher of a rowdy 3D class, making her previous students seem well-behaved in comparison. To keep her job, she must once again conceal her true identity as the fourth generation of the Oedo Family, a well-known yakuza group.

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Naze Todoin Seiya 16-sai wa Kanojo Dekinai no Ka?(なぜ東堂院聖也16歳は彼女が出来ないのか?)

2014Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthMiniseries

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Despite being physically attractive, intelligent, athletic, and coming from a wealthy and politically influential family, Todoin Seiya is puzzled by his inability to secure a girlfriend throughout his 16 years of life. Despite his numerous attempts, every girl he asks out turns him down. Determined to change his relationship status before high school ends, Seiya refuses to be discouraged by rejection. However, the continuous string of rejections takes a toll on him emotionally.

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Koi ni Mudaguchi(恋に無駄口)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthLifeMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Nishina, Maya, Shiro, and Aoi are high school sophomores who are attractive but lackluster in personality. They have made a pact to never get romantically involved and have formed their own club called the "Muda-bu" (Useless Club), dedicated to exploring trivial topics and sharing them on social media. One day, they decide to test a theory from a manga that claims, "If you run with bread in your mouth and collide with someone, you will fall in love." In attempting to carry out the experiment, they accidentally run into someone while holding bread in their mouths.

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Ao Haru Ride(アオハライド Season1)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFirst LoveStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Upon completing her freshman year of high school, Yoshioka Futaba reunites with Tanaka Kou, her former crush. They were classmates in middle school before he abruptly switched schools. Now, three years later, he reappears as Mabuchi Kou with a different demeanor - distant and aloof. As Futaba delves into Mabuchi's past, she finds herself developing feelings for him once again.

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Ao Haru Ride Season 2(アオハライド Season 2)

2024Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Yoshioka Futaba was a former middle school student who developed feelings for her kind classmate Tanaka Kou. Unfortunately, their young romance faced challenges, leading to their separation when Kou had to move to Nagasaki. However, fate brought them back together in high school when Kou transferred to Futaba's class as they approached the end of their academic year. Much to Futaba's surprise, Kou had changed his surname and now displayed a cold and distant demeanor. Despite this, they found themselves growing closer once again. The situation became complicated when Futaba discovered that another classmate, originally from Nagasaki, had also been hurt by Kou in middle school. As their reunion unfolds, will Futaba and Kou's renewed relationship lead to love or more heartbreak?

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Sharp 1(반올림1)

2003South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthLifeNeighbors' RelationshipStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Fifteen-year-old Lee Ok Rim enjoys daydreaming and has a cheerful demeanor. She is open about her emotions and is aware of her own attractiveness. In her family, she falls between her studious older sister and her twin younger brother. Ok Rim is romantically involved with Yoo Ah In, a high school student studying art. She also has a close male friend named Jang-Wook, with whom she shares a deep bond. Jang Wook, who recently moved next door to Ok Rim, is reserved yet charismatic. He has become her confidant and shares a love for soccer and mischief with his peers. Meanwhile, Yoo Ah In is a talented artist who keeps his true thoughts to himself. Despite being more mature and intelligent than Ok Rim, he is determined to keep her affections, especially with the presence of Jang Wook as a potential rival.

Recommendation: Teiichi no Kuni - Gakuseigai no Kissaten similar to Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!
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Teiichi no Kuni - Gakuseigai no Kissaten(帝一の國~学生街の喫茶店~)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesMultiple MainsShort Length SeriesTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

To coincide with the premiere of the film "Teiichi no Kuni", FujiTV is airing a series of five spin-off dramas showcasing the five main actors portraying characters competing for the position of student council president alongside Teiichi. The students are holding planning sessions for the council elections at Kaitei, the café located next to their school. Each episode highlights a different actor in the lead role. (Credit: DoramaWorld.blogspot)

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Black Kousoku(ブラック校則)

2019Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

In a high school setting, Soraku embodies a sense of authority, while Nakaya represents a rebellious spirit. These two contrasting individuals come together to challenge the strict regulations of the school that prioritizes discipline. (Thetv.jp)

Recommendation: Moshimo, Ikemen Dake no Koukou ga Attara similar to Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!
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Moshimo, Ikemen Dake no Koukou ga Attara(もしも、イケメンだけの高校があったら)

2022Japan
BromanceComedyFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipMale Centered PlotSlight RomanceTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Bromance, Comedy, Friendship, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in Binan Gakuen, a prestigious private high school known for its exceptionally attractive student body. The school is determined to emerge victorious at the National Ikemen Contest for high school students. (News Yahoo)

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Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi.(春は短し恋せよ男子。)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFirst LoveMale Centered PlotMiniseriesTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Experience the journey of four high school boys as they navigate through their lives and explore the realm of romance despite their lack of prior romantic encounters. This story is adapted from the manga series "Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi" by Shiiba Nana.

Recommendation: Ying Ye 3+1 similar to Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!
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Ying Ye 3+1(櫻野3加1)

2007Taiwan
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthActionStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Xia Tian, Jia Jiang, Fang Wei, and Bulu all grew up together on Westside Street and are currently attending Ying Ye School. They are just one month away from graduating. Xia Tian's father, who is a police officer in Westside Street, is retiring tomorrow. However, on the same day, they got into a confrontation with the Dinosaur gang at school and were almost expelled by the principal. Officer Xia tried to resolve the situation but instead, his gun went missing. They decided to stay in school and find the gun before graduation to ensure a peaceful retirement for Officer Xia. During their search, they uncovered a connection between the missing gun and an escaped ex-convict known as Grey Wolf, who surprisingly had close ties to students at Ying Ye School.

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Sayonara, High School(さよなら、ハイスクール)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Asakura, a low-ranking high school student, was chosen to be part of the school festival organizing committee. His goal is to date Ito Mayumi, a popular girl at school, in order to break down social barriers. The plan to dismantle the social hierarchy was progressing smoothly until an unexpected incident occurred, leading to an unforeseen turn of events. Thus begins the tragicomic tale of a peculiar class upheaval.

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All About Secrets(秘果)

2017China
FriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBasketball Player Male LeadDramaFriends To LoversStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

Duan Bo Wen, a well-liked student and basketball standout, is facing family issues due to ongoing conflicts between his father and stepmother. Yu Chi Zi and her friend Si Jia Li offer their support to Bo Wen during this challenging time. Jia Li, envious of Chi Zi's bond with Bo Wen, struggles to win his affection despite her best attempts. With a new teacher catching Bo Wen's eye, will he and his friends be able to overcome their hidden secrets and reach college?

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Switch Girl!!(スイッチガール!!)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHidden IdentityHidden PersonalityStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

In school, Tamiya Nika presents herself as a stylish and fashionable student, but this image is merely a facade she puts on for others

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High School Big Bang(我成了他的班主任)

2020China
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBrother-Sister RelationshipStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

This series follows the journey of students as they grow on campus, telling an engaging story of a slow learner's comeback. It delivers a message of positivity in a humorous manner. (WeTV)

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Who's Your Daddy?(我和我爸的十七岁)

2023China
BromanceComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBody SwapIdentity SwapSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Bromance, Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

The profit-driven middle-aged businessman Chen Bi Da swaps memories with high school student Gao Wen Ming following an accident and ends up as a second-year student at Yuying Middle School. To his surprise, he discovers he has a son named Jiang Yu, whom he has never met, and who coincidentally becomes his classmate. Chen Bi Da attempts to apply his business expertise in dealing with Jiang Yu, but quickly learns that adult strategies do not work in a middle school setting, leading to a series of comical mishaps. Complications arise when Chen Bi Da's company faces threats and the real Gao Wen Ming awakens in Chen Bi Da's body.

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Dragon Zakura(ドラゴン桜)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

Sakuragi Kenji, a struggling lawyer and former motorcycle gang member, is determined to help underperforming high school students with an average score of 36 get accepted into Tokyo University (Toudai), Japan's most prestigious educational institution. Despite the school's financial troubles, Sakuragi has set a goal to mentor 5 students to successfully enter Toudai, driven by his personal ambition. Along with providing valuable tips for Toudai entrance exams, "Dragon Zakura" also imparts important life lessons.

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Yamada Taro Monogatari(山田太郎ものがたり)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaBromanceComedyFriendshipNice Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipLifeSisters' RelationshipTeenager Male Lead

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Yamada Taro, a first-year student at Ichinomiya Private Senior High School with a scholarship, is talented, good-looking, and athletic, giving off the impression of perfection. However, beneath the surface, he is struggling financially. The series follows Taro as he humorously navigates the challenges stemming from his poverty, alongside his six younger siblings. (TBS)

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Misaki Number One!!(美咲ナンバーワン!!)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMiniseriesTeacher Female LeadTeacher Supporting Character

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One unexpected day, Misaki, the top hostess at a club in Roppongi, finds herself becoming a high school teacher. Surprisingly, she is assigned as the homeroom teacher for Class 2Z, a unique class known for its unruly students. Despite the challenging situation, Misaki confronts the students with her unwavering positivity and determination, never backing down. This story is adapted from the manga "Misaki Number One!!" by Fujisaki Masato.

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Koe Koi(こえ恋)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolNice Male LeadRomanceTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthHealingNice Female LeadSocial Anxiety DisorderTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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Yoshioka Yuiko starts her freshman year in high school. She falls ill with a cold and is confined to bed. During this period, she receives a call from the class president, Matsubara. Yuiko is touched by his gentle tone over the phone. The following day, she attends school and encounters Matsubara in person. He appears as a enigmatic figure, with a paper bag covering his head. Yuiko's high school experience commences with a sense of excitement.

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Kojirase Joshi Kara no Sotsugyo(こじらせ女子からの卒業)

2021Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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Asuka Nishino, a student representative, is privy to the confidential tales of her male classmates. One of the secrets she uncovered is that the student with the lowest test score must confess their feelings as a penalty. Among them is the person she admires, Igarashi. Asuka fantasizes about being confessed to by Igarashi, even if it's just part of a punishment game, and decides to take a bold step.

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Shut Up: Flower Boy Band(닥치고 꽃미남밴드)

2012South Korea
BromanceFriendshipRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBandMusicMusician Male LeadNeighbors' RelationshipTeenager Male Lead

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Byeong Hui is the eccentric and free-spirited frontman of the well-known underground rock band, Eye Candy. Accompanying him are the lively Ji Hyeok, stylish Hyeon Su, charming playboy Ha Jin, the quiet Do Il, and the youthful-looking Gyeong Jong. This group of boys dominates their school until a redevelopment initiative leads to the closure of their trouble-prone institution. They are all transferred to Jung Sang High and question the value of returning to high school at all. Nevertheless, after a clash with the reigning band at Jung Sang, Strawberry Fields, Eye Candy resolves to attend Jung Sang out of defiance and aims to reclaim their status as the top group in the school.

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Like(라이크)

2019South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBreak UpFriends To LoversLove TriangleStudent Female LeadWeb Series

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Yoon and her friends made the decision to launch a YouTube club called “Like,” where they can explore their interests, aspirations, and showcase their skills. Throughout their content creation journey, they go through a wide range of emotions, from the excitement of creativity to feelings of love, friendship, and competition. At 18 years old, Seo Yoon has been secretly in love with Jihu, despite his current relationship. One day, she discovered a mysterious gift on her desk and is now on a quest to uncover the sender's identity, secretly hoping it was Jihu, who is rumored to have recently broken up with his girlfriend.

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Give Me a Chick at 18(给我一个十八岁)

2018China
FriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth1990sTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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In the early 1990s, in Beijing, Qiu Shui experienced a period of growth and self-discovery under the influence of Kong Jianguo's unconventional guidance. This led to a newfound passion that was ignited within him. Around the same time, Zhu Chang, a beautiful girl, entered Qiu Shui's life, bringing excitement and change. Together with Liu Jingwei and Zhang Guodong, they embarked on a journey of self-discovery and exploration. As Qiu Shui's feelings for Zhu Chang grew, he struggled to express his emotions. Eventually, after the college entrance exams, Qiu Shui tried to win Zhu Chang's heart before she left for further studies. However, time passed, and with it, their youthful innocence and memories of young love faded away.

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The Wood(一根木头)

2020China
High SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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Jiang Mu Fan, hailing from a prosperous family, achieved the top spot in the National Examinations. Despite his reserved demeanor, he was appointed as the class monitor. His encounter with Lin Luo Yan sparked feelings in his heart, despite his decision to avoid relationships. At the same time, Shao Tian Yang, known as the troublemaker of the class, also became interested in Lin Luo Yan. The introduction of Du Xin Yue, a girl from a vocational school and the daughter of a CD shop owner, had a significant impact on Lin Luo Yan due to her rebellious and free-spirited nature.

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You Light Up My Life Again(开学吧 博仁少年)

2022China
BromanceFriendshipRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthCo-producedUniversityYoung Adult Male Lead

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At this university, there is a group initiative known as BUDDYHERE that has been running for four years. It spans one semester and requires a designated Budder to look after their assigned Buddy. The Budder knows who their Buddy is, but the Buddy does not know the identity of their Budder. The Buddy has the opportunity to rate and guess who their Budder is. If they guess correctly, the Buddy earns the privilege of having the Budder care for them throughout the semester. (Studio Wabi Sabi YouTube Channel) Co-production with Thailand.

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Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata(正しい王子のつくり方)

2008Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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This school comedy follows a girls' high school that transitions to a co-ed institution, only to find that the new male students do not meet their standards. In response, a group of girls initiates a project to transform the boys into "princes." --Tokyograph

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Debusen(でぶせん)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthCross-DressingMiniseriesTeacher Male Lead

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Fukushima Mitsuru, a financially struggling individual, discovers the body of Fukushima Mitsuko, a deceased female teacher who bears a striking resemblance to him, while contemplating suicide in the Jukai forest near Mt. Fuji. Mitsuko appears to have been affluent based on her belongings left behind. Mitsuru decides to start a new life by impersonating Mitsuko, even though he faces challenges at his new job as a high school teacher surrounded by unruly students. Despite his initial intentions to escape, Mitsuru inadvertently ends up helping to reform the students due to a misunderstanding. Another issue arises for Mitsuru as he continues his masquerade as a female teacher, as the risk of being exposed as a cross-dressing male looms over him. Despite his moral struggles, Mitsuru grapples with his own desires and fantasies on a daily basis. This story is adapted from the novel series "Debusen" by Ando Yuma and illustrated by Asaki Masashi.

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Spicy Teacher (2000)(麻辣鮮師)

2000Taiwan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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A school drama series with a significant impact on idol dramas in Taiwan, consisting of 3 seasons and featuring 5 generations of students. The first season spanned 155 episodes, showcasing the 1st to 3rd generations of students. The second season, with 29 episodes, focused on the 4th to early 5th generations of students. The third season concluded with 14 episodes, highlighting the later half of the 5th generation of students.

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Densetsu no Kyoshi(伝説の教師)

2000Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthTeacher Male Lead

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A man without any apparent strong interests surprisingly excels in connecting with troubled high school students. Referred to as a renowned savior of struggling schools, he arrives one day to help restore order in a class that had descended into chaos. His unorthodox responses and unconventional guidance to students not only surprise the teachers and staff, but also leave the troubled students themselves taken aback.

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Tomorrow (2002)(愛情白皮書)

2002Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingYouthDrama

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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)

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Be My Boyfriend(오늘부터 계약연애)

2021South Korea
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthContract RelationshipDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx Comes BackStudent Female LeadWeb Series

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An average guy named Lee Seung Min finds himself in an unexpected situation when the school's most popular girl, Oh Ji Na, who is an aspiring idol trainee, suggests that they pretend to be in a relationship

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Q10(キュート)

2010Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAndroidArtificial IntelligenceRobotSci-FiStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

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Heita is a typical high school student who is compassionate but not particularly interested in romantic relationships. When a new transfer student named Q10, pronounced as "kyu-to" which sounds like "cute", joins his class, Heita discovers that Q10 is not a girl but a robot. As they navigate through school life together, they find themselves getting into mischief, and Heita starts to develop feelings for Q10. (Tokyograph)

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Good Morning Call(グッドモーニング・コール)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouthBickering Mains' RelationshipCohabitationFemale Chases Male FirstLifeLove TriangleStudent Female Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

Yoshikawa Nao finds herself living alone after her parents move to inherit her grandfather's farm. Upon moving into her new apartment, she discovers that it has also been rented to Uehara Hisashi, a charming, popular classmate. Facing unexpected challenges with their housing agency closure and a landlord demanding higher rent, Nao and Hisashi decide to become roommates out of necessity. (DramaWiki)

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MARS - Tada, Kimi wo Aishiteru(MARS~ただ、君を愛してる~)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaHigh SchoolRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaPsychologicalSchool BullyingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Are You Ready? Hey You Girl!, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, High School, Romance, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

The narrative follows the lives of Kira and Rei, two students in high school. Kira is a reserved artist, while Rei is a sociable womanizer with a dark, aggressive side. They develop a friendship that blossoms into a romantic relationship when Rei discovers a drawing by Kira on the back of a map she gave him. However, both Kira and Rei harbor troubled pasts, and their bond helps them confront their inner demons. Masao, a fellow student, has ties to Rei's violent history and intervenes in their lives in an attempt to push Rei back to his former self.