Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot - Asian drama recommendation
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Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot(植物男子ベランダー : パイロット版)

2013Japan
Adapted From An EssayDivorced Male LeadFantasyGardeningLifeMiddle-Aged Male LeadMiniseries

In the urban setting, a man in his forties, who is divorced, finds solace in his tranquil life. He dedicates his time and energy to cultivating plants on his balcony, which serves as both his hobby and his passion. Taken from Seiko Ito's essay "Botanical Life: The World of Plants."

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Botanical Life Of Verandar Pilot

Recommendation: Botanical Life of Verandar Season 3 similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Botanical Life of Verandar Season 3(植物男子ベランダー Season 3)

2016Japan
Adapted From An EssayDivorced Male LeadLifeMiddle-Aged Male LeadComedyDramaFamily

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Adapted From An Essay, Divorced Male Lead, Life, and Middle-Aged Male Lead themes with a 40% similarity match.

A man in his forties who is divorced finds contentment in the tranquility of urban living. He takes pleasure in cultivating plants on his balcony as a hobby and form of self-expression.

Recommendation: 6 Byokan no Kiseki: Hanabishi Mochizuki Seitaro no Nibanme no Yuutsu similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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6 Byokan no Kiseki: Hanabishi Mochizuki Seitaro no Nibanme no Yuutsu(6秒間の軌跡 花火師・望月星太郎の2番目の憂鬱)

2024Japan
FantasyLifeMiniseriesSupernatural

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Fantasy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Mochizuki Seitaro started his career as a pyrotechnist with great enthusiasm, but after a year, he lost his passion for the job. He has become reclusive, rarely leaving his home, putting his family's long-standing fireworks store at risk of closure. On the other hand, Mizumori Hikari works part-time at a different fireworks shop. A conflict arises between Seitaro and Wataru, leading to a surprise visit from a mysterious woman named Fumiko Noguchi. She not only expresses interest in becoming Seitaro's apprentice but also proposes to him. As a result, Seitaro, Hikari, Fumika, and Wataru find themselves living together under one roof.

Recommendation: Botanical Life of Verandar Season 2 similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Botanical Life of Verandar Season 2(植物男子ベランダー SEASON2)

2015Japan
Divorced Male LeadLifeMiddle-Aged Male LeadComedyFamily

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Divorced Male Lead, Life, and Middle-Aged Male Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

A man in his forties who has gone through a divorce leads a tranquil life in the urban area. He finds joy and fulfillment in cultivating plants on his balcony.

Recommendation: Lovely Unlovely similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Lovely Unlovely(人生が楽しくなる幸せの法則)

2019Japan
Adapted From An EssayFantasyMiniseriesComedyFriendship

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Adapted From An Essay, Fantasy, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nakagawa Ayaka, Kihara Riko, and Minamoto Yoshie are employed in the general affairs department of a trading company. Each of them is facing personal challenges - Ayaka struggles with communication, Riko with rigidity, and Yoshie with defiance. Their lives take a turn when a peculiar fairy appears and delivers a harsh truth about their mistakes. The fairy suggests that embracing their flaws could lead them to happiness. Intrigued, they embark on a journey to become the "right kind of ugly" through the fairy's guidance and intense training.

Recommendation: LINE no Kotae Awase  - Otome to Kanchigai similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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LINE no Kotae Awase - Otome to Kanchigai(LINEの答えあわせ~男と女の勘違い~)

2020Japan
Adapted From An EssayLifeMiniseriesFoodRomance

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Adapted From An Essay, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yasui Tsukasa, a young CEO of a technology startup, is among a group of seven individuals (Onishi Ayaka, Kuroba Mario, Kakei Miwako, Wada Masato, Mashima Hidekazu, Sakai Maki) who attend a single-day cooking workshop at the popular restaurant Grand Rossa in Ebisu, Tokyo. There are rumors circulating that the chef-owner Iwasa Akira at Grand Rossa has a talent for solving relationship problems. Many troubled individuals visit the restaurant seeking advice night after night.

Recommendation: FEHD Drama similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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FEHD Drama(環顧日常)

2021Hong Kong
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Created in collaboration between the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) of The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), this series delves into topics such as food safety, sanitation services, license administration, and eco-friendly burials

Recommendation: Machinami Terasu Yatsura similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Machinami Terasu Yatsura(街並み照らすヤツら)

2024Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Takeno Seigi, the proprietor of the dessert cafe "Koi no Mi" situated in a struggling commercial area on the brink of failure, opts to orchestrate a simulated theft alongside his companions in order to safeguard his cherished establishment and loved ones

Recommendation: Solo Katsu Joshi no Susume Season 5 similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Solo Katsu Joshi no Susume Season 5(ソロ活女子のススメ シーズン5)

2025Japan
Adapted From An EssayMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Adapted From An Essay and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Satsuki Megumi, a temporary worker in the editing department at "Digest Publishing", politely declines social invitations from her coworkers and leaves work early

Recommendation: Kyoushuujoo Monogatari similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Kyoushuujoo Monogatari(教習所物語)

2000Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Abe Riji, a habitual offender of driving while intoxicated, has had his driver's license revoked. In order to fulfill his requirement of attending driving school, Riji opts for the most expedient, cost-effective, and uncomplicated option available. However, his plans are disrupted when the school enlists the help of the strictest instructor in the country, Takanashi Miyuki, to enhance its reputation. Tasked with guiding Riji and a group of other troublemakers, Miyuki faces a challenging endeavor. Yet, with perseverance and a stroke of luck, she just might succeed in steering them towards the right path.

Recommendation: Rogai no Hito similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Rogai no Hito(老害の人)

2024Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Konkatsu Rikatsu similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Konkatsu Rikatsu(コンカツ・リカツ)

2009Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

A tale of women in their forties seeking marriage and going through divorces unfolds. Nanami, a 39-year-old woman uninterested in marriage, sets out to find a partner to appease her mother. She encounters her old rival Rikako, who moves in with her son after her husband files for divorce. Together, they embark on a journey to fulfill their desires for both a blissful marriage and a smooth divorce. (NHK)

Recommendation: Chance (2010) similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Chance (2010)(チャンス)

2010Japan
LifeMiniseries

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Recommendation: Taro no Tou similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Taro no Tou(TAROの塔)

2011Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

The narrative of Taro Okamoto, a renowned Japanese artist known for his avant-garde works in the 20th Century. Commemorating his 100th birthday in 2011, the film showcases his challenges in creating his iconic piece "The Tower of Taro," which became a symbol of the Osaka Expo in 1970, as well as his unconventional interactions with his family.

Recommendation: Soup Curry similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Soup Curry(スープカレー)

2012Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

A group of five friends who attended the same university are now in their forties. One friend manages the women's clothing section at a department store, while another friend is an aspiring actor. The group also includes a teacher at a cram school, a chef who appears on TV shows, and an entrepreneur who specializes in event planning. Despite their diverse careers, they each navigate through their daily lives, chase their aspirations, value their friendships, cherish their families, and occasionally feel overshadowed by ambitious and lively young individuals.

Recommendation: Europe Kikaku no 26 Seiki Fox similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Europe Kikaku no 26 Seiki Fox(ヨーロッパ企画の26世紀フォックス)

2014Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

"26th Century Fox" is a small film production company situated on the rooftop of a tall building. Fumiko Sawano recently started working at 26 Century Fox and initially mistook it for the well-known Hollywood company "20th Century Fox." She is apprehensive about her job at the company due to their lack of successful films. Despite having a limited budget, 26th Century Fox produces special effects movies without relying on CG. The company may have financial constraints, but they possess ambitious visions and innovative ideas. Fumiko actively participates by watching films created by her colleagues and even making appearances in some of them.

Recommendation: Gifu Need You similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Gifu Need You(岐阜にイジュー!)

2017Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Miharu and Hana are dissatisfied with their urban lifestyle and choose to begin anew in Shirakawa, a quaint town located in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Adjusting to rural living presents its challenges for the couple.

Recommendation: Napoleon no Mura similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Napoleon no Mura(ナポレオンの村)

2015Japan
LifeMiniseries

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Eiji Asai works as a government official assigned to Kagura Village in Hoshikawa City. The majority of the village's population is over the age of 65, with an average yearly income of 870,000 yen. Asai is working to motivate both the public officers and residents in efforts to revitalize the village.

Recommendation: Home Sweet Tokyo Season 2 similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Home Sweet Tokyo Season 2(Home Sweet Tokyo: Season 2)

2018Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

After his Japanese mother-in-law passes away, Bryan Jenkins, an Englishman, relocates to Tokyo with his family to live with his father-in-law. While his wife commutes to work in the city, Bryan navigates the role of a stay-at-home parent in Japan. From learning the basics of the Japanese language to experiencing the unique traditions of Valentine's Day in the country, Bryan encounters a range of surprises, including the supernatural myths prevalent in Japanese horror stories. Amidst the laughter, love, and cultural misunderstandings, follow Bryan's journey as he strives to ensure the safety and happiness of his family in Tokyo as a foreigner.

Recommendation: Home Sweet Tokyo Season 3 similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Home Sweet Tokyo Season 3(Home Sweet Tokyo: Season 3)

2019Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Only a short while after relocating to Tokyo, Bryan and the Matsuyama-Jenkins family are still experiencing a busy and eventful life! In the latest season of "Home Sweet Tokyo," viewers will see the family navigating through unique Japanese work meetings, elegant British tea gatherings, serene countryside rice fields, and vibrant summer festivals. Bryan, Itsuki, Alice, and her traditional grandfather Tsuneo are all working together to adapt to their new lifestyle in Tokyo. (NHKWorld-Japan website)

Recommendation: Konatsu Biyori similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Konatsu Biyori(小夏日和)

2019Japan
LifeMiniseries

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A young woman revisited her hometown and reunited with her childhood companion, who had taken on the responsibility of running her family's business producing sun-dried salt. The business is situated in Kochi Prefecture.

Recommendation: I'm Gonna Die Soon, Anyway... similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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I'm Gonna Die Soon, Anyway...(すぐ死ぬんだから)

2020Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

Oshi Hana, aged 78, acknowledges that she stands out among others her age. She makes an effort to appear more youthful than her peers in the presence of her spouse, offspring, and grandchildren.

Recommendation: Yume no Honya wo Meguru Boken similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Yume no Honya wo Meguru Boken(夢の本屋をめぐる冒険)

2020Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

In a small town, a bookstore is struggling to attract customers despite offering a selection of books curated by the store manager. The store manager and a part-timer have attempted to revitalize the business without success, leading to concerns about its future. Their discovery of a book record titled the "dream bookstore," once owned by the manager's late grandmother, reveals insights into successful overseas bookstores. The upcoming episodes will explore the unique features of Shakespeare and Company bookstore in Paris, France, and Senboku Bookstore in Nanjing, China.

Recommendation: Unmei Keisatsu similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Unmei Keisatsu(運命警察)

2022Japan
FantasyMiniseries

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Agent 7 is a member of the Destiny Police Force, responsible for ensuring that the life paths of individuals unfold as intended. Upon discovering that Nagano Mikoto, a cleaning company employee aspiring to become an actress, is veering off track, he assumes the identity of Fukuyama Nanase to intervene and set things right in the mortal realm. (Doramaworld)

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6-Byoukan no Kiseki: Hanabishi Mochizuki Seitaro no Yuutsu(6秒間の軌跡~花火師・望月星太郎の憂鬱)

2023Japan
Divorced Male LeadFantasyLifeMiniseriesDivorced ParentsFamily BusinessFamily RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipGhost-seeing Male LeadStrong Female LeadSupernatural

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Divorced Male Lead, Fantasy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

This series revolves around the fireworks industry, which is facing a downturn in business due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The "Mochizuki Fireworks Store" has been in operation for multiple generations. After the passing of the fourth-generation owner, Mochizuki Kou, at the age of 80, his son Seitaro is left feeling lost and alone. Several months later, Kou, who was believed to have died, reappears before Seitaro as if he is still alive. This touching tale delves into the fantastical daily life of the father and son fireworks experts.

Recommendation: Messo mo Nai similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Messo mo Nai(滅相も無い)

2024Japan
FantasyMiniseries

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Seven mysterious cavities suddenly materialize in various locations across Japan, ranging from the sky to city streets and fields. Despite numerous investigations, the true nature of these holes remains elusive, leaving citizens perplexed. Over time, people learn to coexist with the holes, with some individuals even venturing inside, never to return. A man named Ozawa emerges, regarding the cavities as divine entities offering salvation. Eight of his disciples - Kawabata, Sugaya, Matsuoka, Aoyama, Watanabe, Shingo, Iguchi, and Okamoto - convene at a resort as per Ozawa's instructions. They are required to articulate their reasons for entering the holes before proceeding, following his teachings.

Recommendation: The Green Sea and the Blue Sky similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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The Green Sea and the Blue Sky(碧海映藍天)

2013Taiwan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

After marrying a senior high school teacher with physical challenges, a textile factory worker found motivation to pursue her dreams. Unfortunately, her life took a turn for the worse following the sudden passing of her husband.

Recommendation: Kira Kira in the Life similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Kira Kira in the Life(你好,幸福)

2018Taiwan
LifeMiniseries

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 29% similarity match.

The story is based on the true life experiences of Datuk Stella. According to her, it is important for young individuals to have a life plan in place. By focusing on self-improvement, one can learn to care for others and ultimately find the happiness they seek.

Recommendation: Going My Home similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Going My Home(ゴーイング マイ ホーム)

2012Japan
FantasyLifeMiniseriesDramaFamilyMagical RealismRural Life

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Fantasy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Tsuboi Ryota, a 45-year-old coordinator at a large advertising company, who is asked by a client to make changes to their new commercial. Despite struggling to articulate the necessary modifications to the director, Ryota is interrupted by a call from his older sister informing him of their father's collapse while golfing in Nagano. Urgently, Ryota decides to return to his hometown in Nagano. Known for his amiable nature, Ryota is faced with various conflicts in his personal and professional life, such as balancing relationships with his wife, daughter, sister, and work responsibilities. Introducing a touch of mystery to the family drama are Miyazaki's enigmatic character, a young woman Ryota encounters at the hospital, and Natsuyagi's portrayal of his father, who passionately believes in the existence of a mythical race known as the Kuna.

Recommendation: 2 Hours similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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2 Hours(ツーエイチ)

2004Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

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Recommendation: Saisei no Machi similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Saisei no Machi(再生の町)

2009Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

"Revitalizing Our Community" is a social drama set in a small town in Osaka, Japan. The local government is facing a financial crisis, with severely limited funds. They must decide which government sectors to reduce funding for and which to prioritize in order to sustain their town.

Recommendation: Heisei Meoto Jawan similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Heisei Meoto Jawan(平成夫婦茶碗)

2000Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

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A noodle shop owner struggling with debt and his incredibly resourceful wife are facing financial difficulties while trying to support their five children. Despite their limited funds, they rely on humor and clever problem-solving to make ends meet. (JDorama)

Recommendation: 100 Days of Love II similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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100 Days of Love II(熱戀100天)

2017Hong Kong
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: 100 Days of Love similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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100 Days of Love(閃婚100天)

2017Hong Kong
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Koi Suru Nihongo similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Koi Suru Nihongo(恋する日本語)

2011Japan
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

A tale depicting the proprietor of an inquisitive boutique assisting women in resolving their relationship dilemmas through the use of eloquent and lovely language

Recommendation: Sekai de Ichiban Atsui Natsu similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Sekai de Ichiban Atsui Natsu(世界で一番熱い夏)

2001Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Kami Daisuke serves as the primary aide to influential parliamentarian Tojo Yuji. His aspiration is to enter politics and bring about change in Japan, with Tojo serving as his role model for an honest politician. Despite his busy schedule, Daisuke's wife Kumiko remains supportive of his ambitions. One day, Daisuke is shocked to discover a memo supposedly signed by him indicating acceptance of a 50 million payment from a construction firm. Tojo, believing Daisuke betrayed him by taking a bribe, distances himself from Daisuke who now faces scrutiny from both law enforcement and the media.

Recommendation: Big Wing similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Big Wing(ビッグウイング)

2001Japan
LifeMiniseriesAirport Setting

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Kumiko Yoshikawa starts working at Big Wing company located in Tokyo International Airport. On her first day, she is eager and enthusiastic, which unfortunately causes some problems. She ends up assisting an elderly woman who is rushing to catch her flight by carrying her on her back to the departure lounge, resulting in further delays. Additionally, while she is away returning a lost wallet, her counter is robbed. Despite these mishaps, the general manager of Big Wing, Shoko Hanamura, recognizes Kumiko's commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Recommendation: Hitonatsu no Papa e similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Hitonatsu no Papa e(ひと夏のパパへ)

2003Japan
LifeMiniseriesFamily

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

After losing her mother, a high school student named Marimo embarks on a journey to meet her estranged father, Shinpei, whom she had never known. To her surprise, Shinpei turns out to be a 38-year-old aspiring private detective, very different from the father she had imagined. Despite initial disbelief, Shinpei eventually accepts Marimo as his daughter after seeing the necessary documents. As they navigate their newfound relationship, Marimo labels Shinpei as "The worst father in the world" while Shinpei mourns the loss of his freedom. Together, they discover the challenges and rewards of building a father-daughter bond.

Recommendation: 68 Films similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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68 Films(68 Films)

2003Japan
LifeMiniseriesYouth

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

A local video store recently discovered a collection of 68 films on a video cassette. These films depict the lives of 11 individuals ranging from teenagers to young adults as they navigate modern society. The collection offers a unique glimpse into their daily experiences through a series of video diaries.

Recommendation: My Precious Date similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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My Precious Date(一番大切なデート 東京の空・上海の夢)

2004Japan
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Tsubasa no Oreta Tenshitachi 2 similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Tsubasa no Oreta Tenshitachi 2(翼の折れた天使たち 2)

2007Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Following the success of its initial television run, the series Angels with Broken Wings, featuring scripts by Yoshi, garnered over 1,800 messages from viewers praising the show. Now, the series is returning for a second installment! In the latest installment of the popular Deep Love series created by Yoshi, viewers can expect four stories, including one that was not featured in the first installment and three brand new stories. This series is a must-watch for young individuals facing challenges and for their parents' generation. The four nights will feature the following stories: 1st night - Impulse (starring Satomi Ishihara), 2nd night - Confederate (starring Erika Toda), 3rd night - Time (starring Rosa Katoh), and 4th night - Merchandise (starring Karina).

Recommendation: Fujiko F. Fujio no Parallel Space similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Fujiko F. Fujio no Parallel Space(藤子・F・不二雄のパラレル・スペース)

2008Japan
FantasyMiniseriesSci-Fi

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Fantasy and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

In the film, Nagasawa Masami plays the role of a woman employed at her family's vintage store. The story unfolds when a stranger arrives at the shop carrying a peculiar camera that can unveil a person's future value.

Recommendation: Yottsu no Uso similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Yottsu no Uso(四つの嘘)

2008Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

This series follows the lives of four women who are in their forties. Shifumi, an attractive woman, was known for stealing her classmate's boyfriend during high school. Despite facing criticism, she got married and had a child before eventually getting divorced. Currently, she is dating a younger man. The other three women from Shifumi's past include Makiko, a typical housewife, Neri, a doctor focused on her career, and Miwa, another housewife. Miwa is secretly involved with Keishi, Shifumi's ex-husband and the boyfriend she had stolen in the past. As the story unfolds, the hidden secrets and lies of these four women gradually come to light.

Recommendation: Honjitsu mo Hare. Ijo Nashi similar to Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot
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Honjitsu mo Hare. Ijo Nashi(本日も晴れ。異状なし 〜南の島 駐在所物語〜)

2009Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Narumi is a tranquil island, inspired by the real-life Hateruma Island, where the demand for medical assistance outweighs the need for law enforcement. Despite the initial reluctance of the inhabitants, Shirase Ryo, a police officer, is assigned to the island. Over time, he forms close bonds with the locals and assists them in resolving their issues and planning for the island's future. --Tokyograph

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Angel Bank(エンゼルバンク)

2010Japan
LifeMiniseriesAdapted From A Manga

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Ino Mamako works as an English instructor at Ryuzan High School, known for its challenging environment in Japan. Feeling the need for a fresh start after nearly a decade in education, Ino seeks guidance from Ebisawa Yasuo, a dynamic professional who specializes in career changes. Unexpectedly, Ebisawa offers Ino a position as a career transition consultant. Teaming up with Taguchi Ryota, her colleague, Ino assists individuals in making significant shifts in their careers and improving their lives. (Anime News Network)

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Botanical Life of Verandar(植物男子ベランダー)

2014Japan
Divorced Male LeadMiddle-Aged Male LeadComedy

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Divorced Male Lead and Middle-Aged Male Lead with a 25% similarity match.

A play showcasing the joy of a mature individual tending to plants on a balcony. The storyline primarily unfolds on the veranda of the character's home, focusing on a solo performance interacting with the plants.

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Tsurukame Josanin: Minami no Shima kara(つるかめ助産院〜南の島から〜)

2012Japan
LifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

Married life for Onodera Mariya took an unexpected turn when her husband Tatsuya disappeared suddenly. Feeling lost, she travels to a heart-shaped island in Okinawa that Tatsuya had mentioned before. Meanwhile, Tsuruta Kameko, a midwife in Tokyo, becomes disillusioned with the attitude towards abortion and hospital births among young women. After winning a lottery, she embarks on a trip around the world but ends up in Okinawa where she discovers a need for midwives. Determined to make a difference, she decides to establish a maternity hospital on the island. The paths of these two women from different generations cross in the southern islands, where they are welcomed by the locals with open arms, embodying the Okinawan saying, "If we meet by chance, we're all brothers and sisters."

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Dokonjo Gaeru(ど根性ガエル)

2015Japan
FantasyMiniseriesAdapted From A Manga

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Fantasy and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

At 30 years old, Hiroshi is feeling sluggish, while his shirt's frog mascot, Pyonkichi, remains full of energy. Even on days when Hiroshi opts not to wear a shirt featuring Pyonkichi, the frog still manages to uplift and motivate him.

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Tadaima Kaigichu(ただいま会議中)

2015Japan
LifeMiniseriesShort Length Series

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Laundry Chigasaki(神奈川県厚木市 ランドリー茅ヶ崎)

2016Japan
LifeMiniseriesComedy

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 25% similarity match.

The drama series is based in a laundromat located in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It revolves around Nagi Nagumo, a part-time worker at the laundromat, the owner of the establishment, and the various customers who frequent the place.

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Koshoku Robot(孤食ロボット)

2017Japan
FantasyLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaCookingFoodFriendshipRobot

Like Botanical Life of Verandar: Pilot, this drama also features Fantasy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

The manga depicts a touching tale of the relationship between dietary assistance robots and the individuals they serve. Customers at the Food Company franchise can redeem points for a 25-centimeter robot at the chain store to help them with their dietary requirements.