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Arifureta Kiseki(ありふれた奇跡)

2009Japan
Cross-DressingDeathDepressionDramaFamily RelationshipIllnessLifeLong Distance RelationshipMental IllnessMulti-GenerationalRomanceSuicide

One day, a man in his forties named Makoto Fujimoto stands on a train platform, contemplating jumping in front of an oncoming train. Kana Nakashiro and Shota Tasaki are also present on the platform, and they quickly intervene to prevent Makoto from harming himself. Kana and Shota were able to sense Makoto's intentions due to their own emotional turmoil that remains unspoken. Despite their past pain, the three individuals connect through a series of emails, leading to a mutual attraction and a gradual opening of their hearts once more.

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Kokoro no Kizu wo Iyasu to Iu Koto(心の傷を癒すということ)

2020Japan
DeathDramaFamily RelationshipIllnessLifeMental IllnessCalm Male LeadDoctor Male LeadEarthquakeInspired By A True StoryMedicalMiniseriesPsychiatrist Male Lead

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Family Relationship, Illness, Life, and Mental Illness themes with a 32% similarity match.

Kazutaka is a young and shy psychiatrist with a talent for playing jazz piano. He enjoys collecting records and books, and is on a journey to find his purpose in life. When he meets Shuko, a cheerful woman who becomes his wife, he finally finds inner peace. After the birth of their first child, the Great Hanshin Earthquake strikes, impacting his family. As a psychiatrist, Kazutaka decides to help disaster victims by listening to their stories and helping them heal emotionally. He later writes a book based on his experiences in the disaster-stricken area, which receives recognition in the form of a social sciences prize. However, at the age of 39, he is diagnosed with cancer.

Recommendation: Shrink: Seishinkai Yowai similar to Arifureta Kiseki
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Shrink: Seishinkai Yowai(Shrink―精神科医ヨワイ―)

2024Japan
DeathDramaIllnessLifeMental IllnessSuicideAdapted From A MangaDisabilityMiniseriesPsychologicalPsychologist Male LeadRehabilitationSelf-harm

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Illness, Life, Mental Illness, and Suicide themes with a 32% similarity match.

Yowai Konosuke operates a small psychiatric clinic in a secluded alley in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo. He attentively listens to his patients and handles their symptoms with great patience. Unlike other doctors, he is skilled at diagnosing illnesses and instilling hope in his patients. Working alongside him is a new staff nurse named Amamiya Yuri, who is intrigued by the deep psychiatric treatments provided by Yowai Konosuke, unaware of his own sorrowful past.

Recommendation: If I Can Love You So similar to Arifureta Kiseki
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If I Can Love You So(如果可以这样爱)

2019China
DeathDramaIllnessRomanceSuicideNovel AdaptationForbidden LoveMelodramaSecond Chance Romance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Illness, Romance, and Suicide themes with a 31% similarity match.

After being let down by their previous relationships, renowned pianist Geng Mo Chi and popular radio host Bai Kao Er cross paths at a tragic event - the funerals of their late spouses. Despite their shared heartache, they find solace in each other's presence. As they follow their hearts down unexpected paths, they discover that healing is attainable even in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. However, the same fate that brought them together also threatens to tear them apart. Surrounded by a world of heartbreak, forbidden love, and tragic destinies, Geng Mo Chi and Bai Kao Er must confront the decision of whether their newfound love is worth fighting for.

Recommendation: My Way (2022) similar to Arifureta Kiseki
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My Way (2022)(第二次拥抱)

2022China
DeathDramaLifeRomanceSuicideFamilyFemale Centered PlotSuspenseThriller

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Life, Romance, and Suicide themes with a 31% similarity match.

The tragic death of her closest friend, Cheng Ru Ying, has a profound impact on four mothers - Fang Yuan, Jin Lu, You Xiao Zhu, and Ding Mu Mu - as they strive to uncover the circumstances surrounding her suicide. This incident disrupts the seemingly perfect life of Fang Yuan, a devoted homemaker. Meanwhile, Jin Lu, a career-driven curator, faces unexpected challenges when she becomes pregnant by her temporary boyfriend just as she is on the brink of achieving her professional aspirations. Together, the four mothers courageously navigate through obstacles in pursuit of their original dreams while also joining forces to seek justice for Cheng Ru Ying and uncover the truth behind her untimely demise. (iQiyi)

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Hey, Kids(嘿,孩子)

2016China
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceComedy

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Fang Le and Yuan Yuan's relationship is facing challenges due to their lack of children. Fang Le is eager to expand their family, while Yuan Yuan is prioritizing her career over starting a family.

Recommendation: Haru no Noroi similar to Arifureta Kiseki
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Haru no Noroi(春の呪い)

2021Japan
DeathDepressionDramaLifeMental IllnessRomanceAttempted SuicideForbidden LoveHealingMale Lead Saves Female LeadMiniseriesPsychologicalSecretSisters' Relationship

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Depression, Drama, Life, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Natsumi recently experienced the loss of her sister, Haru, who passed away from cancer. As Haru's coffin is sealed shut for the final time, Natsumi quietly vows to join her soon. However, Haru's fiancé, Tougo, has a different idea that could potentially bring healing to both of their hearts. This storyline is based on the manga series "Haru no Noroi" by Konishi Asuka.

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Love, Now(真愛趁現在)

2012Taiwan
DramaFamily RelationshipIllnessLifeRomanceComedyMale Chases Female FirstMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesTerminal Illness

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Illness, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yang Yi Ru, known for her dedication to work, rarely took time off for vacations. Upon being deceived by her relatives and friends into believing she had cancer with only six months to live, Yi Ru was encouraged to go on a holiday overseas to unwind from her busy schedule. Still reeling from the shocking news, Yi Ru met Lan Shi De while he was on a business trip. When Yi Ru confided in Shi De about her limited time left and her desire to marry and have children, he proposed to her. Unaware that Shi De had actually met and fallen for her years ago, Yi Ru accepted his proposal.

Recommendation: Inochi Urimasu similar to Arifureta Kiseki
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Inochi Urimasu(命売ります)

2018Japan
DeathDramaLifeRomanceSuicideNovel AdaptationBusinessInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Life, Romance, and Suicide themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yamada Hanio transitioned from being a life insurance salesman to becoming a copywriter at an advertising agency. Despite having a successful career and enviable salary, he attempted to end his life one day while walking to work. His suicide attempt failed, leading him to start a unique business selling lives. As he responds to unusual requests, Hanio begins to confront the complexities of life.

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The Next Station is Marriage(下一站婚姻)

2015China
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceLove TriangleMelodrama

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

In 2009, Deng Cao Cao faces the kidnapping of her three-year-old son, leading to her husband Guan Hao blaming her for negligence and the subsequent decision to divorce. Despite the passage of five years, she continues to struggle as a single parent while on a relentless quest to locate her missing child. Along the way, she crosses paths with Gong Jian, a former military serviceman turned entrepreneur, who aids her in the search for her son and forms a deep bond with both mother and child. As Cao Cao and Gong Jian grow closer, complications arise with the return of Guan Hao and the interference of Gong Jian's mother. The question remains whether a new marriage is on the horizon or if familial and friendship bonds will be irreparably damaged.

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Paper Cut(春暖花又开)

2019China
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceDebtFriendship

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A tale of Tian Chuang Hua, the daughter-in-law of the Ma family, who faces numerous challenges in her life but finds the strength to assist her village. Tian Chuang Hua, known for her devotion as a wife and daughter-in-law, had hoped for her husband to return for the new year, only to be presented with divorce papers instead. Along with her daughter, they encounter their own difficulties, including debt collectors at their door. Amidst these struggles, she receives the devastating news of her father's passing but remains committed to her in-laws. Tian Chuang Hua's compassion is acknowledged when her parents-in-law choose her over their own son. Despite the hardships, she tackles her issues one by one and embarks on a journey to promote tourism in the village. In a stroke of luck, she uncovers the precious art of paper-cutting skills possessed by her mother-in-law.

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Pure Soul(Pure Soul〜君が僕を忘れても〜)

2001Japan
DramaIllnessLifeRomanceAlzheimer's DiseaseNeurological Disorder

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Married to Koichi and facing a diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease, 30-year-old Kaoru's life takes an unexpected turn. Despite her condition worsening, they decide to keep the baby and name her Himawari. As Kaoru grapples with her limitations, she starts writing a heartfelt letter to her daughter, which serves as the central theme of this emotional drama series.

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Midnight Sunlight( 午夜阳光)

2005China
DeathDramaFamily RelationshipRomanceDeath Of A FatherSchool Setting

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following the passing of her father, Qing You relocated from Yunnan to Shanghai to live with her uncle Xia Ying Tai's family. This sudden change caused tension within the household, with her aunt and cousin Shan Shan feeling resentful towards her presence, while her cousin Ji Dong took on the role of her caretaker. Qing You struck up a friendship with her classmate Yu You He at her new school. The situation took a surprising turn during a teacher's conference when Xia Ying Tai recognized You He's mother as an old flame from his past, leading him to realize that You He was actually his own son. And with that revelation, the stage was set for the unfolding of this tragicomedy...

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Summer Snow(Summer Snow)

2000Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipIllnessLifeRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipCardiovascular DiseaseFamilySummer SettingSupportive Sibling

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Illness, Life, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

A romance blossoms between a boy who had to mature prematurely and a girl whose illness has limited her life. Natsuo has taken on the responsibility of caring for his siblings after their parents passed away, as well as managing the family's bike shop. Yuki becomes the one person he trusts completely. In turn, Natsuo inspires Yuki to step out of her comfort zone and embrace life more fully.

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Yukionna to Kani wo Kuu(雪女と蟹を食う)

2022Japan
DepressionDramaIllnessMental IllnessRomanceAdapted From A MangaAttempted SuicideInfidelitySuicidal Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Depression, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

On a warm summer day filled with the loud chirping of cicadas, a man without any money or sense of belonging contemplates ending his life. However, he hesitates to take that final step. In a moment of indecision between life and death, he catches a glimpse of a gourmet food show featuring crab - a delicacy he has never tasted before. Determined to savor crab on his last day alive, he sets his sights on a woman living in an upscale neighborhood whom he saw at the library. Breaking into her home, he demands money from her, but things take an unexpected turn. (

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For My Love(我们的爱)

2017China
DramaLifeMulti-GenerationalRomanceDisabilityFamilyGrandma-Granddaughter Relationship

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multi-Generational, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

In "For My Love," the narrative revolves around a family spanning three generations. Retired Grandma Qi devotes much of her time to caring for her granddaughter Ting Ting. Their lives take a dramatic turn when Ting Ting's parents decide to divorce and Ting Ting herself becomes deaf following an accident.

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Life after Death(那些我愛過的人)

2020Hong Kong
DeathDramaFamily RelationshipRomanceCar AccidentHealingSisters' Relationship

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

After a tragic car accident, Keung Yuk Sing and Laura Fong Lok Man are left devastated after losing their spouses. Seven years later, Yuk Sing unexpectedly crosses paths with Laura once more. Laura reconnects with her estranged sister, Sherman Fong Shu Man, with the assistance of Dr. Koo Hei Sun, who has Asperger syndrome. Meanwhile, Laura is mourning the loss of her mother-in-law and trying to care for her daughter, Chu Hang Yee, and stepson, Chu Ka Bing. On the other hand, Yuk Sing is struggling to understand the needs of his teenage daughter, Keung Chi Yau. As Ka Bing and Chi Yau grow closer, their mutual friend, Eden Mok Yu Him, causes complications in their relationship, and the truth about the car accident begins to emerge, leading to significant changes for everyone involved. (TVBAnywhere)

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Utsunuke(うつヌケ)

2018Japan
DepressionIllnessLifeMental IllnessBusinessMiniseriesPsychological

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Depression, Illness, Life, and Mental Illness themes with a 27% similarity match.

Tanaka Keiichi used to work as a salaryman while also pursuing a career as a manga artist. After struggling with depression for a decade, he was able to overcome it. Now, he mentors individuals from various walks of life alongside his assistant Kaneko, assisting them in conquering depression effectively.

Recommendation: No, Thank You Season 2 similar to Arifureta Kiseki
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No, Thank You Season 2(며느라기 시즌2)

2022South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceAdapted From A WebtoonComedyWeb Series

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Min Sa Rin has seamlessly adjusted to her role as a daughter-in-law and is navigating through life without major issues. Unexpectedly, she finds herself entangled in a mysterious case.

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The Way We Were(16個夏天)

2014Taiwan
DramaIllnessLifeRomance1990sFamilyFriendship

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Taking place in 1998, the plot revolves around a circle of friends who unite, experience love, and navigate various facets of life. This drama is yet another creation by Ruby Lin.

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Love Is All Around (2004)(사랑을 할꺼야)

2004South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceFirst LoveSchool SettingYouth

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% 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.

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Q Series: Life Plan A and B(植劇場 - 荼蘼)

2016Taiwan
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeLong Distance RelationshipRomanceAge GapHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMiniseriesPoor Female LeadPoor Male LeadSuccessful Female Lead

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, Long Distance Relationship, and Romance themes with a 26% similarity match.

Ru Wei and You Yan share a simple bond, confronting obstacles but remaining resolute in savoring life, even if it requires subsisting on instant noodles

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The Snow Queen(눈의 여왕)

2006South Korea
DeathDramaIllnessRomanceSuicideBoxingCompetitionGenius Male LeadLoner Male LeadMathematician Male LeadMind SportWinter Setting

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Illness, Romance, and Suicide themes with a 26% similarity match.

At the age of 17, Tae Ung, a prodigy in mathematics, encounters two individuals who will ultimately become significant in his life

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Away Your Depression(赶走你的忧郁)

2010China
DeathDramaIllnessMental IllnessSuicideAbusive Significant OtherFamilyMelodramaPsychologist Male LeadRapeSexual AssaultSexual Violence

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Suicide themes with a 26% similarity match.

Psychologist Zhou Wen is currently experiencing a mid-life dilemma as he works tirelessly to prevent his patients, career, family, and personal life from falling apart.

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Remembrance of Things Past(我在他乡挺好的)

2021China
DeathDramaLifeRomanceSuicideAge GapAge GapBest Friends RelationshipEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipMultiple MainsSismanceWorkplace Setting

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Life, Romance, and Suicide themes with a 26% similarity match.

This is a tale about a group of young individuals born in the 1980s and 1990s who cross paths in Beijing. Despite facing various trials in the bustling city, they cling to their aspirations and encounter tests in their personal lives, careers, and relationships. Qiao Xi Chen, a bright and driven woman from a small town, relocates to Beijing to pursue her education and excel in the corporate sector. Her world is turned upside down by the sudden passing of her close friend, Hu Jing Jing. Alongside her companions Xu Yan and Ji Nan Jia, who is Hu Jing Jing's cousin, Qiao Xi Chen mourns the loss while carrying Jing Jing in their hearts. Amidst a period of layoffs announced by the new leader Jian Yi Fan at work, Qiao Xi Chen faces unexpected challenges in a project she is overseeing. With perseverance and support from her colleagues, she overcomes the obstacles and also embarks on a romance with Jian Yi Fan. Despite being reassigned when her superior returns, Qiao Xi Chen remains composed and focused on excelling in her duties. Meanwhile, Ji Nan Jia navigates her company through operational difficulties caused by shifting market demands, prompting her to seek out new business ventures. Xu Yan opts to remain in Beijing for her native boyfriend, but their relationship falters due to conflicting spending habits. Through each hardship they encounter, the trio learns the importance of optimism, hard work, dedication, and resilience as they journey towards a fresh start.

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Rou Sui Xing Guang(揉碎星光)

2024China
DepressionDramaIllnessMental IllnessRomanceWeb Novel AdaptationFilmed VerticallyLong Time CrushLove At First SightObsessive Male LeadPossessive Male LeadShort Length Series

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Depression, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 26% similarity match.

During his first year of high school, Xie Huai, the prince of Beijing, developed feelings for Song Nuan, the freshman representative, at first sight and decided to pursue her. However, Song Nuan was put off by his unusual behavior and decided to attend college in a different city to avoid him, causing them to drift apart. A decade later, fate brought them back together when Song Nuan unexpectedly found herself in Xie Huai's arms. This encounter reignited their chase and escape dynamic, with her fleeing from him and him relentlessly pursuing her.

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Sweet Honey(甜蜜蜜)

2008China
DramaLifeRomance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Lei Lei and Ye Qing, who initially have a rocky start due to rumors spread by the villagers about Ye Qing's character. However, they bond over their mutual admiration for Teresa Teng's music and eventually form a strong friendship. As they support each other during China's changing times, their bond deepens into a romantic relationship. The title of the drama is inspired by Teresa Teng's iconic song.

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Tokyo Tower 2007(東京タワー)

2007Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipIllnessLifeAdapted From An AutobiographyFriendshipMother-Son RelationshipSlight Romance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Illness, and Life themes with a 25% 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.

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Cherish Love(且行且珍惜)

2015China
DramaIllnessRomance

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Tang Yu Feng and Cheng Zi Yue are two individuals who are brought together by a bone marrow transplant. Yu Feng is grateful for the second chance he has been given and appreciates the generosity of his donor, Zi Yue. Meanwhile, Zi Yue is facing challenges of her own as her husband, Zhao Si Wen, not only abandons her for another woman but also steals money from her family, leading to their bankruptcy. Additionally, Zi Yue's daughter becomes estranged from the family. Witnessing Zi Yue's struggles, Yu Feng feels compelled to offer his assistance to the person who once saved his life.

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Outbound Love(單戀雙城)

2014Hong Kong
DramaLifeRomance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

In an effort to expand her business, SIK-SIK, an employee at a travel agency, travels to Malaysia for a meeting with her client. However, her plans are disrupted by a devious local tour guide named KUNG-CHI, leading to a falling-out between them. Suddenly, SIK-SIK's boyfriend CHING CHIN-BOK appears and proposes marriage to her. They begin preparing for their wedding upon returning to Hong Kong. Just as SIK-SIK believes she is the happiest bride, a video is leaked during the ceremony showing CHIN-BOK cheating on her with her best friend. Heartbroken, SIK-SIK returns to Malaysia and changes jobs to work at a local hotel, where she meets KUNG-CHI again. Despite their differing mindsets, they develop subtle yet close feelings for each other. CHIN-BOK's sister CHING CHIN-CHUN supports SIK-SIK's decision to break up with her brother. Through SIK-SIK, she meets the famous chef CHIN TSUN and becomes his apprentice to learn cooking. Over time, CHIN-CHUN develops feelings for her mentor, while CHIN TSUN cannot shake his thoughts of SIK-SIK. Just as he is about to confess his love, CHIN-BOK resumes his pursuit of SIK-SIK, with KUNG-CHI unexpectedly coming to her aid.

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Every Step You Take(陪著你走)

2015Hong Kong
DramaLifeRomance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Following a tragic accident, magazine photographer Song Tian Chong lost her vision. Despite her passion for beauty and watching TV dramas, Tian Chong remained undeterred by her blindness. Supported by her boyfriend, To Zhen Hang, and her guide dog, Tian Chong stays positive and draws strength from her new mantra, Love Conquers All. While Tian Chong rebuilds her life, her new neighbor, advertising expert Gam Yin Zhong, is going through a midlife crisis. Previously consumed by work, Yin Zhong became isolated from friends and family. Feeling lost and lonely, Yin Zhong decides to go on a long vacation to rediscover himself. After a breakup, Tian Chong meets Yin Zhong and finds solace in their shared loneliness. Despite their initial differences, Tian Chong and Yin Zhong gradually develop feelings for each other and realize they have more in common than they thought.

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Threesome (2018)(三個女人一個「因」)

2018Hong Kong
DramaIllnessMental IllnessRomanceComedyDissociative Identity DisorderLawLawyer Female Lead

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

From a lineage of legal professionals, Fong Yi Yan rises to prominence with a renowned mentor in the legal field. Despite excelling as a student, she takes an unexpected turn after her legal training, frequently challenging her mentor in court. Concealing her struggle with multiple personality disorder, Fong Yi Yan navigates between a bold and daring alter ego and a timid and pessimistic one. Lei Dung Kwai uncovers her secret and manipulates her into hiring him as a trainee. Reluctantly agreeing to secure her marriage to Gei Hui Yung, Fong Yi Yan embarks on an unconventional journey. Her unpredictable personality shifts lead to humorous mishaps in court, witnessed only by her mother, Fong Wah Yee Sze, who remains tight-lipped about their troubled past. As Lei Dung Kwai befriends Fong Yi Yan's alter egos, she is determined to rid herself of the disorder to prevent future conflicts.

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Bus Stop (2000)(バスストップ)

2000Japan
DramaLifeRomance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Naoko's life takes a turn when a failed project leads to her being demoted from marketing to data management, and her boyfriend and boss, Yanagiba Toshiro, moves to New York. Feeling lost, she encounters Uchimura, a cheerful bus driver who inspires her to reevaluate her goals. However, her world is turned upside down when Toshiro returns to Tokyo, forcing her to choose between two very different men in her life.

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Koi ga Shitai x3(恋がしたい恋がしたい)

2001Japan
DramaLifeRomance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The series delves into the connections and friendships among seven individuals who come together unexpectedly, exploring how these relationships evolve over time. It all starts with a gathering of six of them. Each of the seven main characters is named after a different color of the rainbow.

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Memory of Love (2004)(メモリー・オブ・ラブ)

2004Japan
DramaLifeRomance

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

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Akai Ito(赤い糸)

2008Japan
DepressionDramaIllnessMental IllnessRomanceDrug AddictionHigh SchoolMelodramaSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Depression, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

In 2007, one of the top-selling novels was centered on the concept of the "red thread of fate" that binds together Mei and Atsushi, a young couple, as they navigate various challenges.

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Haitatsu Saretai Watashitachi(配達されたい私たち)

2013Japan
DeathDepressionDramaLifeSuicideBased On A True StoryFormer Athlete Supporting CharacterFormer Teacher Supporting CharacterMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadPartially Filmed AbroadPostman Male LeadPsychological

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Depression, Drama, Life, and Suicide themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sawano, a man aged 32, loses his job and is struggling with depression. His relationship with his wife and 6-year-old son is also strained. While contemplating suicide at a deserted site, he comes across 7 letters left there 7 years ago. He embarks on a journey to deliver these letters, viewing it as a countdown of his life. Along the way, he begins to realize the value of life.

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Uchi no Otto wa Shigoto ga Dekinai(ウチの夫は仕事ができない)

2017Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceMiniseriesNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadPregnancy

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tsukasa is a devoted husband to his wife Sayaka, showcasing a strong appearance, notable educational background, and a lucrative salary. However, he harbors a hidden truth from his wife - his incompetence at work. Struggling with constant errors and doubts about his abilities, Tsukasa faces a dilemma when he discovers Sayaka is expecting a child, making it difficult for him to leave his job.

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Shinitai Yoru ni Kagitte(死にたい夜にかぎって)

2020Japan
DepressionDramaIllnessMental IllnessRomanceAdapted From An EssayComedyEditor Supporting CharacterHardworking Male LeadMiniseriesNuditySexual ContentWriter Male Lead

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Depression, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The story tells of a man's journey as he interacts with different women and eventually finds happiness again. His former love, Asuka, supported herself by selling saliva to perverts. The narrative will delve into his experiences over the six years he spent with Asuka.

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Wife Returns(아내가 돌아왔다)

2009South Korea
DramaLifeRomance

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Jung Yoo Hee tied the knot with the man she adored, Yoon Sang Woo. Unfortunately, his mother harbored a strong dislike for Yoo Hee, compelling her to separate from Sang Woo and their young daughter. After several years, Yoo Hee makes her return and reconnects with her daughter. However, Sang Woo's new spouse, Seo Hyun, is unwilling to accept her presence. Soon after, Yoo Hee vanishes without a trace. Her younger sister, Yoo Kyung, who was adopted and raised overseas, is resolute in her quest to uncover the truth about her sister's fate. She adopts a façade and poses as Yoo Hee. (DramaWiki)

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Shall We That’s(쉘위댓츠)

2020South Korea
DramaIllnessLifeMental IllnessMelodramaMiniseriesShort Length SeriesYouth

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The anguished existence of young individuals who desire to end their lives, yet also yearn to continue living.

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Casting a Spell to You(마법을 걸다)

2021South Korea
DramaIllnessMental IllnessRomanceComedyNyctophobiaPhobiaWeb Series

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Ji U, a pampered young man, returns home upon learning of his grandfather's passing, who was a wealthy entrepreneur. Hoping for a sizable inheritance, Ji U is disappointed to discover he has inherited an old building filled with books instead. With his expertise limited to enjoying himself, Ji U devises a plan to transform the building into a daytime bar exclusively serving drinks. He enlists the help of Jung Hui, a young woman who becomes entangled in various escapades with him. Jung Hui had aspirations of attending a culinary school in France, but after falling victim to a scam and enduring a series of unexpected events with Ji U, she reluctantly agrees to participate in his unconventional venture, "Siesta," in order to replenish her savings.

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Holding Hands Towards Tomorrow(牽手向明天)

2003Taiwan
DramaLifeRomance

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Xin Lan was taken in by a kind family and now resides with her younger sibling. Tragedy strikes when her brother goes missing and the family's son dies in a car accident. Overwhelmed with grief, Xin Lan ventures out to face the turbulent challenges that lie ahead.

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33 Story House(33故事館)

2011Taiwan
DramaLifeRomance

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An advertisement for 33 Story-House attracts individuals from diverse backgrounds, uniting them as strangers who become roommates and eventually close friends. The actors and actresses in each narrative employed improvisational acting methods to depict the inhabitants of 33 Story-House.

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The Queen (2013)(女王的誕生)

2013Taiwan
DramaLifeRomance

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Tang Mei Bao has yet to reach the level of success and recognition she had envisioned for herself when she entered the modeling industry a decade ago. In contrast to her rival Zhu Di, who effortlessly commands attention on the stage. Now in her thirties, past her peak modeling years, she questions if she squandered her youth. Desperate for a chance at fame and fortune, she takes a risk to reclaim control over her life.

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Marry or Not?(結婚好嗎?)

2013Taiwan
DramaLifeRomance

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After losing her parents when she was young, Yang Ya Zhen, a single mother working as a wedding planner, married her university classmate. However, after the birth of her daughter Yu Tong, she became suspicious of her husband's infidelity and decided to divorce him, moving back in with her grandmother. Ji Xuan, a divorce lawyer who has seen his own family fall apart, is cynical about marriage, unlike Ya Zhen who still believes in it. When Ya Zhen hires Ji Xuan as her divorce attorney, they meet and begin the process of ending her marriage.

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Three Exits to Love(幸福街第3號出口)

2013Taiwan
DramaLifeRomance

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Xin Lu finds herself in two distinct romantic relationships with two individuals. She is involved with the affluent Xu Li Yang, while also receiving affection and support from Xia Xiao Hua. Through these experiences, she begins to understand the true meaning of love and strives to pursue her own happiness.

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An Adopted Daughter(思慕的人)

2015Taiwan
DramaFamily RelationshipRomance

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The series covers the period from Japan's occupation of Taiwan to the return of Taiwan after the 1960s. It tells the story of a young woman named Yuki Qing Fu Lai who is raised by foster parents and her mother sacrifices her childhood in Nakasi. The plot also involves singing, as well as the intertwined love issues among Yuki, her childhood friend Ming Yi, and their friend Wenchang.

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Temptation of Wife(아내의 유혹)

2008South Korea
DeathDramaFamily RelationshipIllnessRomanceDisabilityInfidelityMelodramaMiscarriageNeurodevelopmental DisorderSexual ViolenceSoap OperaTerminal Illness

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Family Relationship, Illness, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Aspiring to study in France, Goo Eun, who studied make-up at her university, becomes a victim one night after a drinking spree

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Recipe for Farewell(오늘은 좀 매울지도 몰라)

2022South Korea
DeathDramaFamily RelationshipIllnessLifeAge GapBrave Female LeadFoodMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadTeacher Male LeadTranslator Male Lead

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Family Relationship, Illness, and Life themes with a 25% similarity match.

Chang Wook, a man in his forties, holds occupations as a language translator and a teacher of the humanities. His spouse is battling advanced bowel cancer, which has led to difficulty in eating due to digestive issues. Despite his limited culinary skills, Chang Wook lovingly prepares meals for his wife at her request, serving her small portions of carefully crafted dishes, primarily consisting of ramen. This heartwarming story is adapted from the real-life experiences of Kang Chang Rae, as depicted in the non-fiction book "Oneuleun Jom Maewoolji Molla." The film is set to premiere on October 6, 2022, at a festival, followed by an online release on December 1, 2022.

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My Family Tree(亲情树)

2005China
DeathDramaFamily RelationshipLifeAdopted Female LeadDifficult AdulthoodHit And RunManslaughter

Like Arifureta Kiseki, this drama also features Death, Drama, Family Relationship, and Life themes with a 25% similarity match.

Several years ago, Yu Xin's mother took in three babies who were born to female inmates on death row. Despite this hidden past, the family has always been very close and loving. After Yu Xin's mother is tragically killed in a homicide-related hit-and-run, Yu Xin sacrifices her opportunity to attend the prestigious Peking University in order to care for her younger siblings. She hopes that Yu Yue, Yu Huan, and Yu Le can overcome the challenges of their family history as they grow up and uncover the sometimes shameful, sometimes painful, and sometimes tragic truth.