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Coffee House(커피하우스)

2010South Korea
ComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Lee Jin Soo achieved great success after penning numerous thriller novels, earning a reputation as a skilled author. He is employed by Seo Eun Young, the head of the largest publishing house in Korea, and shares a long-standing friendship with her. Jin Soo boasts a significant fan base, particularly among women, and appears to be an ideal partner for anyone. However, what remains hidden from everyone is his quirky and sardonic nature, his multitude of unusual habits, and a deep-seated secret. The person tasked with managing his eccentricities is his secretary, Kang Seung Yeon, who pleaded for this position to advance her career beyond her average capabilities. Additionally, the situation is complicated by the return of Han Ji Won, Eun Young's former fiancé, whom she cannot stand. Ji Won is determined to win Eun Young back, but her affections are focused on Jin Soo.

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Recommendation: My Shining Girl similar to Coffee House
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My Shining Girl( 자체발광 그녀)

2012South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingEntertainment IndustryOlder Woman-Younger ManPlayboy Male Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 60% similarity match.

Jeon Ji Huon begins her career as a scriptwriter at KBN, a broadcasting company. At her new job, she encounters Noh Yong Woo, a producer who was once her boyfriend, and Gang Min, a top star known for being challenging and arrogant. In an effort to demonstrate her value to her former partner and her new colleagues, she attempts to convince Gang Min to collaborate with KBN.

Recommendation: 0.5 Diors similar to Coffee House
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0.5 Diors(屌丝日记)

2014China
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFashion Industry

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 50% similarity match.

This series follows the story of an ordinary man in contemporary society who faces challenges and setbacks. You Dong Dong, a fashion designer, experiences a breakup with his girlfriend, Lin Luo Fei, due to a misunderstanding. Feeling down, You Dong Dong decides to join his ex-girlfriend's company. However, he unintentionally offends his colleague, George, which leads to conflicts and a demotion. Eventually, You Dong Dong resigns after an incident involving a male model. To clear up a misunderstanding at a bar, You Dong Dong's friend, Zhang Yang, supports him in returning to work. Zhang Yang even organizes a bikini party and a pajama party to celebrate You Dong Dong's comeback. Despite various obstacles, You Dong Dong manages to reconcile with Lin Luo Fei and they happily reunite.

Recommendation: You Go! Girls! similar to Coffee House
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You Go! Girls!(姊妹們 追吧)

2020Taiwan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFamilyMultiple MainsSismance

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 50% similarity match.

Four women spanning four generations take on the role of Superwoman in their daily lives, but they are far from being actual superheroes. Instead, they find solace in indulging in dramas to escape the pressures of reality and to dream. These women, who are our family, friends, mothers, daughters, wives, and colleagues, each have their own personal struggles and stories. As they immerse themselves in their own life dramas, who will be there to chase after them?

Recommendation: To Be With You similar to Coffee House
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To Be With You(我要和你在一起)

2019China
Friends To LoversFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipBoxingDramaIdentical Twin Female LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 50% similarity match.

While on her way back home from studying overseas, Lin Mei Ya encounters Ou Yang due to a mix-up. Planning to marry upon her arrival, she is shocked by her boyfriend's sudden betrayal. Overcoming heartbreak, she lands a job at Ou Yang's firm and their bond evolves from friendship to a source of support during tough times.

Recommendation: Who's the Boss (2024) similar to Coffee House
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Who's the Boss (2024)(秘書俱樂部)

2024Taiwan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapComing Of AgeOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 50% similarity match.

Cindy Wang is a determined and disciplined individual with big aspirations of becoming a director before turning 35. Despite facing unexpected setbacks after offending someone, she ends up losing the director position to her rival, Gao Shuang Yun, and taking on the role of Gao Shuang Yun's secretary. Cindy Wang decides to use her new position to uncover the truth and regain the rightful position that was taken from her. This sets the scene for a dramatic workplace conflict filled with love and competition between two women.

Recommendation: Go Fighting (2023) similar to Coffee House
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Go Fighting (2023)(機智職場生活)

2023Taiwan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingOffice SettingWeb Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 44% similarity match.

Recommendation: Persevere, Goo Hae Ra similar to Coffee House
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Persevere, Goo Hae Ra(칠전팔기 구해라)

2015South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceMusicYouth

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Goo Hae Ra, an aspiring artist, is on a quest for fame. She hopes to share her late father's music but encounters several challenges along the way. Hae Ra then teams up with twin brothers as they pursue their dreams of stardom on the musical contest "Superstar K2."

Recommendation: The Girls' Lies similar to Coffee House
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The Girls' Lies(恋人的谎言)

2023China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipWeb Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

A tale about deceit impacting two close friends in the workplace as they navigate their past and new romantic opportunities. Shu Fei and Lin Fei share a bond similar to that of sisters. During their time in college, Lin Fei caught the attention of their senior Qi Ran, although she did not reciprocate his feelings. Wanting to spare Qi Ran from heartache, Shu Fei pretended to be Lin Fei in their correspondence. After graduation, both friends landed jobs at a television shopping network. Shu Fei's misunderstanding with Director Lan Tian led her to believe he was inappropriate, while she also discovered that Qi Ran was their boss, causing tension as he focused his attention on Lin Fei. Shu Fei chose to concentrate on work and grew closer to Lan Tian. Meanwhile, Lin Fei remained dedicated to her job and seized an opportunity stemming from Shu Fei's lie.

Recommendation: Between Friendship and Love similar to Coffee House
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Between Friendship and Love(사당보다 먼 의정부보다 가까운)

2016South Korea
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

The drama consists of eight episodes, each approximately six minutes in length, and explores captivating narratives of a couple engaged in an office romance. Despite the brief duration of each segment, the web series presents multiple facets of office dating, including the exhilarating moments leading up to the development of their relationship and the minor misunderstandings and challenges that emerge along the way.

Recommendation: My MBTI Is Love? similar to Coffee House
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My MBTI Is Love?(제 MBTI는 LOVE입니다만?)

2022South Korea
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hi! Working Girl similar to Coffee House
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Hi! Working Girl(Hi!上班女郎)

2003Taiwan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaOffice SettingOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

Hello there! The film "Working Girl" delves into the concept of balancing work and love. Yi Ling, a sweet and naive young woman, holds the belief that every problem has a solution. She finds herself in the general affairs department where her quirky coworkers take advantage of her willingness to help by assigning extra tasks. Yi Ling sees this as a normal part of life until she crosses paths with Da Lun. Their meeting transforms her world as they fall in love. Despite her insecurities, Yi Ling hesitates to express her feelings, fearing rejection. As she contemplates the possibility of losing Da Lun, will she find the courage to confess her love and say, "Da Lun, I love you..."? This story is inspired by the manga "Asakurakun Chotto!" by Oishi Kenichi and Ishizuka Yumemi.

Recommendation: Between Friendship and Love Season 2 similar to Coffee House
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Between Friendship and Love Season 2(사당보다 먼 의정부보다 가까운 시즌2)

2017South Korea
ComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceBreak UpShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

The bond between two friends who reside far apart from each other is characterized by their ability to offer comfort in times of need, resulting in a connection that is rich in love yet fraught with challenges. (WikiDrama)

Recommendation: -50kg no Cinderella similar to Coffee House
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-50kg no Cinderella(-50kgのシンデレラ)

2022Japan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaAge GapMiniseries

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

Hime, a university student who is currently job hunting, attends an information session at a company where she accidentally gets injured. Luckily, she receives assistance from Osamu, the company's information desk clerk, whom she immediately falls for. Determined to see him again, Hime goes through a rigorous diet and successfully loses 50kg. Despite starting to work at the same company, she is unable to find Osamu even after a year. However, her luck changes when the most handsome man in the company, rumored to be from a prestigious family, transfers to her department - revealing himself to be Osamu! Their reunion is short-lived as Osamu confesses his interest in someone else, leaving Hime heartbroken. Despite this, Osamu continues to show affection towards Hime through hugs, sweet words, and special treatment. Will Hime be able to navigate this unexpected love triangle and find happiness? (Mangaupdates)

Recommendation: I Need Romance Season 2 similar to Coffee House
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I Need Romance Season 2(로맨스가 필요해 2012)

2012South Korea
ComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceCold Man-Warm WomanFemale Chases Male FirstSecond Chance Romance

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

The story revolves around the decade-long connection between Yoon Seok Hyun and Joo Yeol Mae, marked by numerous breakups and reconciliations throughout their time together. Frustrated and seeking affection in a different direction, Joo Yeol Mae begins to pursue Shin Ji Hoon, leaving Yoon Seok Hyun to watch with jealousy.

Recommendation: Friends Fall in Love similar to Coffee House
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Friends Fall in Love(不想和你做朋友)

2021China
ComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Jiang Mei Shan and Tian Chuan have been close friends since they were in third grade cram school. Despite facing many obstacles that prevented them from confessing their feelings, they managed to maintain a strong bond for five years. Eventually, they took a bold step to confess their love for each other, transitioning from friends to lovers. As a new couple, they encountered typical challenges faced by young pairs, such as dealing with jealousy, past relationships, and unwanted attention.

Recommendation: Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru similar to Coffee House
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Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru(結婚できないにはワケがある。)

2021Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaHardworking Male LeadHeight DifferenceMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipSmart Male Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

Mariko Goto, aged 29, has a goal of getting married to her ideal partner before turning 30. She meets her perfect match in Mitsuo Tomizawa, a section chief at their shared workplace. Mitsuo is intelligent, attractive, and tall, excelling in his job. Despite appearing flawless, he harbors a secret love for his doll, Michuko.

Recommendation: The Hippocratic Crush similar to Coffee House
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The Hippocratic Crush(On Call 36小時)

2012Hong Kong
Friends To LoversFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace SettingDoctor Female LeadDoctor Male LeadDramaHospital SettingMedicalNeurosurgeon Male Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

Fresh out of medical school, Cheung Yat Kin is ready to start his career in neurosurgery. Known for his dedication and adherence to rules, Kin is respected and feared by his group of medical interns. Despite focusing solely on his work to save money for his paralyzed brother's dream of studying medicine abroad, Kin's life takes a turn when he meets Fan Chi Yu, a fellow doctor who admires him. When his brother tragically passes away, Kin is left adrift, with his interns and loved ones, including Yu, standing by his side. However, Kin faces another challenge when Yu falls seriously ill, leading to a difficult decision regarding a risky surgery. As a doctor, Kin supports Yu's choice, but as her partner, he struggles with his emotions...

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Plus Nine Boys(아홉수 소년)

2014South Korea
Friends To LoversLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBromanceMale Centered PlotMale Chases Female FirstMultiple CouplesPlayboy Male LeadSuperstition

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

At the age of 39, Gu Gwang Soo, a once-prominent producer of a leading live music show, finds himself in disgrace due to a controversy involving an indie band that exposed themselves during a live performance. Still reeling from his split with ex-girlfriend Joo Da In, who is now a single mother, Gwang Soo wrestles with his past mistakes. Meanwhile, 29-year-old Kang Jin Gu, a sought-after tour planner, develops feelings for his colleague Ma Se Young, but faces rejection when she discloses her affections for another man. In another story, 19-year-old Kang Min Gu, an impulsive judo competitor aspiring for a college scholarship, is convinced that he is meant to be with the enigmatic Han Soo Ah, despite the presence of rival suitors. Lastly, 9-year-old Kang Dong Gu, a well-known child actor, is experiencing a downturn in his career after losing a role to a competitor and is also dealing with the fallout of his breakup with girlfriend Jang Baek Ji.

Recommendation: Qing Chun Peng You Quan similar to Coffee House
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Qing Chun Peng You Quan(青春朋友圈)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceYouth

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Recommendation: Mary Sue & Jack Sue similar to Coffee House
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Mary Sue & Jack Sue(玛丽苏遇上杰克苏)

2017China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The plot follows three young women with distinct personalities as they navigate their romantic relationships. Ai Ma is an aspiring actress facing challenges in her career, Niu Su Su excels as a sales consultant, and Li Zhi is a talented and attractive individual. By chance, the three women end up living together and form a strong bond of friendship. Their lives are intertwined with various male characters, including the dependable childhood friend Su Zhi Huan, the successful CEO Gao Li Sen, charming Tang Tang, reserved Li Ke Li, and carefree Jiang Mo Jie. Through the exploration of these diverse characters, the drama delves into the differing values and beliefs surrounding love among modern city dwellers, using the terms "Mary Sue" and "Jack Sue" to highlight the idealized nature of the characters.

Recommendation: Arg Life similar to Coffee House
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Arg Life(生活对我下手了)

2018China
ComedyFriendshipWorkplace SettingShort Length Series

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

A tale of a woman facing absurd challenges as she navigates through life's obstacles. Yang Zi hails from a fragmented family background, where her interactions with her elder brother Liu Bei Shi are often filled with conflict. Her romantic endeavors are marked by constant disappointment, as she tends to attract either clueless men or overly clingy partners. Despite her passion, Yang Zi struggles to excel in her professional endeavors due to a lack of expertise. Her circle of friends, though loyal, are known to borrow money without ever repaying it. Each unconventional experience has now become a routine part of Yang Zi's everyday life.

Recommendation: Mushroom Law similar to Coffee House
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Mushroom Law(发酵吧,创业菌!)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingBusiness

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

A tale of young entrepreneurs from the post-90s generation. When a group of six individuals join forces, they rely on their own abilities rather than their privileged backgrounds to pursue their aspirations. Qiao Xi Man, a successful student in the US, decides to leave school against her mother's wishes in order to start a new business in China with her boyfriend, Hao Fan, and Song Shang Ji. Despite fitting the stereotype of a wealthy young person, Song Shang Ji is willing to make sacrifices for his dreams, even if it means facing disapproval from his family. With a talent for programming, he is determined and confident in his pursuit of success.

Recommendation: Meeting You at the Center of the World similar to Coffee House
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Meeting You at the Center of the World(在世界中心遇见你)

2024China
ComedyRomanceWorkplace SettingWeb Series

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Recommendation: Slow Dance similar to Coffee House
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Slow Dance(スローダンス)

2005Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A man who struggles to move forward in life, and a woman who needs a break from her hectic life. Both successful in their careers but unlucky in love. They avoid confronting their feelings and instead focus on their professional lives. Can they overcome their fears, meet each other, and find love? Despite being adults, they still have some growing to do. This summer, a heartwarming love story unfolds...

Recommendation: Engimono: Katte ni Nostalgia similar to Coffee House
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Engimono: Katte ni Nostalgia(勝手にノスタルジー)

2004Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceMiniseries

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Fuji-TV dedicates the late-night time slot for innovative projects, providing opportunities for aspiring young writers, producers, and directors to showcase their talents. Each series runs for four weeks, featuring a cast of emerging talents from the entertainment industry. The content of these dramas is tailored to appeal to a younger demographic. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Share House no Koibito similar to Coffee House
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Share House no Koibito(シェアハウスの恋人)

2013Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceMiniseries

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Tsuyama Shio, a 30-year-old office worker at a traditional company, decides to make a change in her life by moving into a shared house. In this new environment, she encounters two fascinating men and experiences love again after a long time, particularly with Sakurai Yukiya. Despite being a 40-year-old salaryman with a family, Sakurai loses interest in his previous life and joins the shared house. As time goes on, Sakurai finds himself becoming more captivated by Kawaki Tatsuhei, a peculiar and enigmatic alien who is drawn to Shio. Thus, an unusual love triangle unfolds between the three characters.

Recommendation: Onna Rule similar to Coffee House
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Onna Rule(オンナ♀ルール~幸せになるための50の掟~)

2014Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Five young women enjoy meeting up at different locations to discuss the latest happenings in their lives, such as their romantic relationships, intimacy, marriage, fashion, and rumors. This show includes everything that resonates with Japanese women.

Recommendation: Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises similar to Coffee House
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Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises(はつ恋とビー玉 ~10の約束~)

2021Japan
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceChildhood Friends Relationship

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A love story blossoming between two friends who have known each other since childhood.

Recommendation: Let's Go to the Beach similar to Coffee House
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Let's Go to the Beach(해변으로 가요)

2005South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceSummer Setting

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yoon So Ra: She owns the Sora Motel located on the eastern shore and has an unquenchable appetite for food. Although she tends to be clumsy, she aspires to become a dolphin trainer one day. Jang Tae Poong: He readily acknowledges his lack of intelligence, yet he is a daring individual who frequently finds himself in trouble. He is fiercely loyal to his friends and highly protective of his loved ones. One day, he encounters a country girl brimming with curiosity. Jang Tae Hyeon: He possesses outstanding decision-making abilities and a keen sense of humor. Additionally, he demonstrates a strong commitment to his work. Overall, he embodies the ideal man. He is in a relationship with a woman from an advantageous background that supports his ambitious career, yet he unexpectedly falls for an unconventional girl. Min Joo Hee: She is attractive and too clever for her own good, which can be off-putting. She maintains close friendships with both Tae Hyeon and Tae Poong, but ultimately, she discovers her true love.

Recommendation: Love Forward similar to Coffee House
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Love Forward(向前走向愛走)

2012Taiwan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceDrama

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

"Love Forward" is a delightful and stylish romantic comedy that follows two close friends with contrasting backgrounds who support each other through thick and thin. Zheng Ai Xing is savvy, bold, and skilled at avoiding debt collectors, yet struggles with matters of love. Meng Jing Jing, on the other hand, is a rebellious heiress who aims to build a life beyond wealth after growing up in a distant, affluent family. Together, they make an amusing and endearing duo on a quest to find their perfect match.

Recommendation: Struggle (2007) similar to Coffee House
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Struggle (2007)(奋斗)

2007China
FriendshipLove TriangleRomanceYouth

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The main character of the play is Lu Tao, a young man who is trying to discover his true identity while juggling life, love, and work in the 1980s. With two fathers, he is faced with two different life paths. He also has two romantic partners, leading to two distinct forms of passion. While he cherishes one particular ideal, the reality he creates is quite different. Through it all, he maintains an unwavering determination to keep fighting for what he wants.

Recommendation: Hello Joann Season 2 similar to Coffee House
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Hello Joann Season 2(你好乔安2)

2019China
ComedyRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel Adaptation

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

Ni Hao and Joann, two women, venture into the entertainment industry by collaborating on the production of the "Heartbreak Club" series. Joann had previously experienced success at Orris, but was let go due to office politics. Despite this setback, Joann bounces back by establishing her own production company and transitioning into a movie and television producer role. Teaming up with Ni Hao's creative talents, they develop the "Heartbreak Club" series. Lu Yuan Yang, Joann's former boss and ex-boyfriend at Orris, is also involved in the entertainment sector. The question remains: will he become Joann's competitor or partner in this new venture? (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Nice to Meet UFO similar to Coffee House
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Nice to Meet UFO(超级影后之初次做人)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAlienDramaFantasyNaughty Female Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

The narrative centers around an extraterrestrial female priest who ventures to Earth in search of a king who has lost connection. She takes residence in the body of an 18-year-old star named Xiao Qin. Struggling to grasp human emotions and relationships, the priest unintentionally causes misunderstandings and comical situations, especially with Gu Liunian.

Recommendation: Childhood in a Capsule similar to Coffee House
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Childhood in a Capsule(童時愛上你)

2022Hong Kong
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace SettingAmnesiaCosmetic IndustryOffice SettingRich Female Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Lui Zi Tung, a strong and successful woman, established a cosmetics company. Despite her achievements, her brand received a negative review from makeup influencer Ding Yau Ching. Following a confrontation between the two, Zi Tung suffers an accident that causes her to lose all memories except those from her childhood, reverting her mind to that of a primary school student. Yau Chin is then compelled to assist her in recovering her memories and addressing other challenges. However, Zi Tung's family faces a crisis and desperately needs her original self back. The question remains: will Zi Tung regain her lost memories or continue living with the mindset of a child?

Recommendation: Ashita ga Arusa similar to Coffee House
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Ashita ga Arusa(明日があるさ)

2001Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingEconomic CrisisFamilyLifeOptimistic Male Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Over the past ten years, the economic downturn has greatly impacted corporate Japan, particularly the white-collar workers within the country's major companies. Toaru Corporation, a sizable trading company based in Osaka, is facing challenging times. In the Tokyo office, the products trading division is struggling to survive and is in need of a new business direction. With low morale and lackluster performance, the team requires strong leadership. Assistant Manager Hamada, known for his work in the comedy group "Downtown," steps in to inject new energy. Can Hamada, known for his positive attitude and determination, make a difference? This comedic story follows the group as they navigate through work challenges, friendships, office romances, family dynamics, and aspirations for the future. Just remember, there's always hope for a better tomorrow.

Recommendation: Hanayome to Papa similar to Coffee House
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Hanayome to Papa(花嫁とパパ)

2007Japan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFamily RelationshipFather-Daughter RelationshipOffice SettingOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Uzaki Aiko, a 20-year-old woman who is very close to her father, works at the clothing company she has always wanted to be a part of. Despite her father's strict rules, such as a 7:00pm curfew and no interacting with the opposite sex, she finds herself falling for her coworker, Taguchi. Determined to break free from her father's control, she embarks on a mission to gain independence.

Recommendation: Haken no Oscar similar to Coffee House
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Haken no Oscar(派遣のオスカル ~少女漫画に愛をこめて~)

2009Japan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessLifeMiniseriesSmart Female Lead

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

A tale of a temporary employee who escapes into the imaginative realm of a manga called Rose of Versailles. Katsuko's mundane routine is disrupted when the company president's son introduces a harsh cost-cutting plan at her workplace, causing her distress. Hearing the voice of Oscar, the protagonist of the comic, Katsuko is inspired to stand up for her coworkers and oppose the unfair policy.

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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingChasing A DreamDramaMultiple MainsYouth

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

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Kuro Bengoshi no Chijo Sekai de Ichiban Omoi Junai(黒弁護士の痴情 世界でいちばん重い純愛)

2025Japan
Love TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaLawyer Male LeadOffice SettingSecretary Female Lead

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Yui Shirai has made the decision to start a new job as a secretary at the law firm owned by her childhood friends, the Kami brothers. Yui harbors feelings for her older brother, Soichi, but upon reuniting with him after 18 years, she is taken aback to see that Soichi has transformed into a reserved and distant man. Meanwhile, Yui's younger brother, Yushiro, has always had feelings for her but has struggled to convey them. Soichi, on the other hand, is unable to express his love for Yui due to a traumatic childhood experience. The intertwined love stories of Yui, who loves Soichi, Yushiro, who loves Yui, and Soichi, who is envious of Yui's close relationship with a friend, all come together in a complex web of emotions.

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Number Woman Gye Sook Ja(숫자녀 계숙자)

2018South Korea
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWeb Series

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Gye Sook Ja leads the recruitment team at a large gaming corporation. She possesses remarkable memory and calculation skills, yet she attempts to measure everything in her surroundings, leading others to perceive her as "cold-blooded." On the other hand, Lee Hae Joon is a prominent attorney specializing in international children's rights. He endeavors to assist Gye Sook Ja in healing from the wounds and traumas of her history.

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Kiss, Love and Taste(亲·爱的味道)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceChef Male LeadFoodLifeRich Man-Poor Woman

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Renowned chef An Wen Yu lost his sense of taste following a previous incident. Chef Jin Jin Jin comes into his life with the intention of mastering the An family's recipes. However, wealthy individual Lin Xuan becomes an obstacle for her. Upon returning from studying abroad, Li Xuan is appointed as the senior executive at his father's company, although he is more interested in psychology than his job responsibilities. Lin Xuan plans to utilize his knowledge to assist An Wen Yu in regaining his sense of taste. Despite Wen Yu's aloof demeanor, Lin Xuan's cheerful personality manages to bring a smile to his face.

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Ossan's Love: In the Sky(おっさんずラブ : in the sky-)

2019Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapAirhead Male LeadAirport SettingAlternate UniverseDramaGay LeadLGBTQ+

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Haruta, a 35-year-old man who is currently single, decides to make a career change and starts working as a CA at Tenku Peach Airlines. Despite his clumsiness, he receives support from the esteemed Captain Kurosawa. One day, he stumbles upon sketches of himself in a locker, leading him to uncover the Captain's hidden feelings for him. Additionally, the co-pilot and a mechanic, who resides nearby, also express their affection towards him.

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The Time We Were Not in Love(너를 사랑한 시간)

2015South Korea
ComedyFriends To LoversFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAmbitious Female LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipInfidelityNice Male LeadSchool SettingUnrequited LoveYouth

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Choi Won is described as "the ideal man" - attractive, tall, and physically fit, with a friendly demeanor. Despite his significant appeal to women, he struggles to maintain a genuine relationship due to his friendship with Oh Ha Na. This romantic comedy revolves around two individuals who have been close friends for two decades (7000 days). As they approach their 34th birthdays, they agree to a pact to marry before they turn 35, competing to reach the altar while “assisting” each other in eliminating possible partners. Throughout this process, they realize they are continually unhappy with each other’s dates, as they have truly been in love with one another all along.

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The Boyfriend From the Group Chat(朋友圈儿里的男朋友)

2021China
RomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Despite her successful career, Lu Yu remains unmarried. She was chosen by her company to work on a new project focusing on social media issues. As she joined a group chat with others who shared her interests in food and art, she became intrigued by a man she met online. Believing it was fate that brought them together, she was unaware of the conspiracy that awaited her.

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Hero Dog Season 2(神犬小七第二季)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceAnimalDog

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The tale of the attractive lifeguard Bao Yu and Meng Mei, who owns the courageous dog named Xiao Qi, joining forces to assist small dogs in need.

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Friends (2022)(老友餐厅)

2022China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceFoodWeb Series

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The tale of six youths, each holding onto their aspirations, who coincidentally met at a dilapidated inn in Chengdu and collaborated to establish a personalized internet-famous eatery

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The Best of Times (2020)(最好的时代)

2020China
Love TriangleRomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessLife

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An unsuccessful bid for a project causes locomotive designer Lin Zhen Yi to feel defeated. She loses her role as project leader to a highly skilled professional who has returned from overseas, Tan Qing Chuan. While collaborating with Tan Qing Chuan, Lin Zhen Yi carefully observes his work approach along with his assistant Jian Ai Xing, allowing her to understand her previous shortcomings. With this newfound knowledge, she achieves success in her subsequent project. Additionally, Lin Zhen Yi finds herself being pursued by both Tan Qing Chuan and her new neighbor Li Yan Feng, a research test pilot.

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The Bamboo Horse Falls into the Sky(竹马其外天降其中)

2021China
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBody SwapBromanceFirst LoveIdentity SwapMale Chases Female FirstShort Length SeriesSupernaturalWeb Series

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After graduating, intern Su Ran Ran worked hard to join the game company where Xu Qi Heng's love interest works, in hopes of confessing her feelings smoothly. However, on her first day at work, she unexpectedly clashed with the company's founder, Zhuang Xu. During a game evaluation, their souls were unexpectedly swapped. When Su Ran Ran confessed her feelings to Zhuang Xu, he agreed to pretend to be her boyfriend. Meanwhile, Xu Qi Heng, who only saw Su Ran Ran as a sister, was heartbroken. To minimize the damage, they decided to play along. However, as they spent more time with Su Ran Ran, a special bond formed between all three of them. As Su Ran Ran began to notice the unusual dynamic, the truth was eventually revealed, leaving their feelings intertwined in uncertainty.

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Gentlemen of East 8th(东八区的先生们)

2022China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBromanceBusiness IndustryCafé Owner Male LeadChef Male LeadDramaEngineer Male LeadMultiple CouplesMultiple Mains

Like Coffee House, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Tong Yu, Guo Chong, Li Jie Sen, and Xiang Xiao Fei, who share a strong bond as friends during their university days. Fast forward to 2020 in Shanghai, where Tong Wu works as an artificial intelligence engineer, Guo Chong as a university lecturer, Xiang Xiaofei manages a branded shop, and Li Jie Sen serves as a chef at a western restaurant. Despite reaching maturity in their careers, they all find themselves at a low point. Tong Wu struggles with research and development, Guo Chong feels a lack of passion amidst job stability, Li Jie Sen faces difficulty breaking through a bottleneck, and Xiang Xiao Fei grapples with conflicting ideals and financial concerns. In addition to career challenges, the four friends also navigate complex relationship issues. Tong Yu and his colleague Xu Duo experience numerous highs and lows in their relationship. Guo Chong and his former student Ai Mi share a relationship that is neither close nor distant. Li Jiesen pursues his idol, a weibo author named Yue Zi Qian, while Xiang Xiao Fei enters a whirlwind marriage with businesswoman Liu Sheng Nan. As they confront the typical struggles of middle age, the four friends lean on each other for support while striving to overcome their challenges. Ultimately, they make a collective decision to fully embrace their careers and relationships at this pivotal stage of life, aiming to grow into a better and more mature version of themselves.

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Kiss and the City(키스 앤 더 시티)

2010South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceBest Friends RelationshipMockumentary

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This series revolves around four close friends: Park So Hyeon, a radio DJ; Shim Eun Jin, the CEO of a cosmetics company; Yoon Ji Min, a plastic surgeon; and Shin Joo Ah, who deals in imported cars. The narrative highlights the vibrant and dynamic experiences of these four women, employing a format reminiscent of a reality show or mockumentary. Throughout the episodes, viewers are presented with interviews featuring the characters.