Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai - Asian drama recommendation
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Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai(ダメな私に恋してください)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaBoss-Employee RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipCohabitationCold Man-Warm WomanComedyFoodie Female LeadMiniseriesNaive Female LeadRomanceSlow Burn Romance

Michiko, who is 30 years old, is currently searching for employment as her former employer closed down. Despite her efforts, she has been unsuccessful in securing a job and is running low on savings while still supporting her younger boyfriend. Unexpectedly, Michiko encounters her intimidating ex-boss Ayumu, who is now managing a tearoom inherited from his grandmother. Michiko decides to take on a part-time position at the tearoom, although she encounters challenges on a daily basis. Ayumu comes to Michiko's aid, revealing a different side of himself that she had never seen before.

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Recommendation: Futari Ecchi (2000) similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Futari Ecchi (2000)(ふたりエッチ)

2000Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Television series from the year 2000.

Recommendation: Atsui zo! Nekogaya!! similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Atsui zo! Nekogaya!!(熱いぞ!猫ヶ谷!!(第1シリーズ))

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Based on the manga created by Katsu Aki.

Recommendation: Motto Atsui zo! Neko ke Tani!! Season 2 similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Motto Atsui zo! Neko ke Tani!! Season 2(もっと熱いぞ!猫ヶ谷!!(第2シリーズ))

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Based on the manga created by Katsu Aki.

Recommendation: Omo ni Naitemasu similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Omo ni Naitemasu(主に泣いてます)

2012Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Konno Izumi possesses an unparalleled beauty that leaves all who see her in awe. Her perfectly proportioned body and charming face captivate the attention of every man she encounters, causing them to be enchanted by her presence. Despite her attempts to live a normal life, Izumi is constantly pursued by admirers who are willing to go to great lengths to win her affection. Among these admirers is Akamatsu Keisuke, a shy university student who becomes infatuated with Izumi after meeting her. Meanwhile, Izumi is involved in a relationship with her art professor, Aoyama Jin, although her feelings for him are not reciprocated. This complex love triangle is depicted in the manga "Omo ni Naitemasu" by Higashimura Akiko.

Recommendation: Kuu Neru Futari Sumu Futari similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Kuu Neru Futari Sumu Futari(喰う寝るふたり 住むふたり)

2014Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Machida Ritsuko and Nonoyama Shuichi, also known as Non-chan, have been living together for the past 8 years. One day, while Non-chan was out fishing, Ritsuko invited her friend Niinuma Mina over for a chat. Mina asked Ritsuko if she and Non-chan were considering marriage, to which Ritsuko responded that he had not proposed yet. Unbeknownst to them, Non-chan had returned from fishing and overheard their conversation, causing him to become upset and question their relationship. Despite their shared interests, they seem to have differing opinions on many things.

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Subscribe Kanojo(サブスク彼女)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Tomo is often favored by men who are already in relationships. She finds herself vulnerable when they express their love, but confused when they end things. Tomo notices that many men are caught up in sentimental love. She is critical of herself for struggling to cut ties completely. Despite being asked out only when it's convenient, she considers the idea of becoming a "subscription girlfriend" during times when she can't be their main partner. By entering into a flat-rate contract without the pressure of "I love you," she hopes to avoid getting emotionally entangled. Tomo gathers women in similar situations on social media to start a "subscription girlfriend" service. However, things get complicated when her friend Kosuke confesses his feelings for her. Unable to be honest about her emotions, Tomo suggests they date under the terms of a "subscription girlfriend" contract.

Recommendation: Happy Negative Marriage similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Happy Negative Marriage(ハッピーネガティブマリッジ)

2014Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceDrama

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

In "Happy Negative Marriage," the protagonist is Keitaro Sato, a socially awkward 30-year-old factory worker who has never been in a serious relationship. When his parents set up an Omiai meeting with Shimako Akio, a strikingly beautiful woman who appears to be out of his league, Keitaro is taken aback. Despite their differences, Keitaro falls for Shimako instantly, and she seems open to the idea of marrying him. However, there may be a hidden secret that could jeopardize their relationship. Directed by Kenji Yokoi, this 2014 Japanese film is based on a manga by Ryuta Amazume.

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Shima Shima(シマシマ)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Miura is set to portray the intricate character of Shio's ex-husband's younger brother, Gai, who harbors feelings for his former sister-in-law. Yada stars as Shio, a seemingly content and accomplished owner of an aroma aesthetics salon. However, Shio battles insomnia as a result of her unfaithful ex-husband. To assist women in similar situations, she initiates a "co-sleeping" service with four attractive young men.

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Afro Tanaka (2019)(アフロ田中)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceLife

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Inspired by the manga created by Masaharu Noritsuke, this narrative follows the distinctive everyday experiences of a young man with an afro. Tanaka relocates to Tokyo for his job, where he encounters an attractive woman during a Goukon (a group dating event). This tale revolves around their journey.

Recommendation: Kita-kun, Our Shared Love similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Kita-kun, Our Shared Love(北くんがかわいすぎて手に余るので、3人でシェアすることにしました。)

2025Japan
Adapted From A MangaCohabitationComedyRomancePolyamory

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Cohabitation, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Asada Minami, a nurse, along with Hiruma Toko and Nishino Yu, who works at a bookstore, all find themselves enchanted by Kita-kun, whose full name is Manaka Kita. He possesses an enigmatic allure that draws in admirers of all ages and genders. To minimize competition among themselves, they establish the "33% Club," allowing them to equally share their affection for Kita-kun. This romantic comedy revolves around the three of them cohabiting with him.

Recommendation: It Started with a Kiss similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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It Started with a Kiss(惡作劇之吻)

2005Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaCohabitationCold Man-Warm WomanComedyNaive Female LeadRomanceAirhead Female LeadDramaFemale Chases Male FirstFirst LoveHigh School To CollegeSmart Male LeadUnrequited LoveYouth

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Cohabitation, Cold Man-Warm Woman, Comedy, Naive Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 32% similarity match.

Following a devastating earthquake that destroys Xiang Qin's home, she and her father are forced to move in with her father's old college friend's family. Surprisingly, Xiang Qin finds her new aunt and uncle to be kind and friendly, despite the fact that their son is her aloof and intelligent classmate, Jiang Zhi Shu. Zhi Shu, who has an IQ of 200, had previously rejected Xiang Qin's romantic advances. Will living in such close quarters provide Xiang Qin with an opportunity to win Zhi Shu's heart? Or will his cold demeanor ultimately extinguish her love for him? This story is adapted from the manga "Itazura na Kiss" by Tada Kaoru, with two versions available: a 20-episode Taiwanese version and a 30-episode Chinese version.

Recommendation: Never Give Up, Dodo similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Never Give Up, Dodo(钱多多炼爱记)

2013China
CohabitationComedyMiniseriesRomanceCurseWeb Series

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Cohabitation, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

A comedic romance film follows the journey of Duo Duo and Xu Fei as they navigate the challenges of preparing for marriage. Duo Duo, who has had two failed engagements in the past, is hesitant about her upcoming wedding to Xu Fei. Their relationship is further tested when they move in together before tying the knot, with each house guest presenting a new challenge. As they face these obstacles, the question remains: will Duo Duo and Xu Fei make it down the aisle?

Recommendation: Medamayaki no Kimi Itsu Tsubusu? similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Medamayaki no Kimi Itsu Tsubusu?(目玉焼きの黄身 いつつぶす?)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceFoodLife

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Jirou Tamiyamaru, the main character, has a unique fascination with the art of eating that sets him apart from others. The comedic drama humorously showcases his struggles and quirks when it comes to dining etiquette compared to those around him. (ANN)

Recommendation: Shinya no Damekoi Zukan similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Shinya no Damekoi Zukan(深夜のダメ恋図鑑)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceFriendshipSismance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Madoka Koga, who continues to display her tough demeanor from her rebellious past but has yet to experience intimacy; Chiyo Fukuma, a woman who reveres shoujo manga as guides for love; and Sawako Chidori, a woman who consistently finds herself drawn to inadequate men. The narrative focuses on these three women who cross paths during late-night revelry, sharing anecdotes of disappointing encounters with men.

Recommendation: Motokare Mania similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Motokare Mania(モトカレマニア)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceEx Comes BackSlice Of Life

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Nanba Yurika finds herself reminiscing about Saito Makoto, her former partner from five years ago. Despite claiming to have moved on, she relies on the imaginary version of Makoto that appears in her dreams to navigate through life. Yurika is taken aback when she unexpectedly encounters the real Makoto at her new job. (Viu)

Recommendation: Papa ga Mo Ichido Koi wo Shita similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Papa ga Mo Ichido Koi wo Shita(パパがも一度恋をした)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceFamilyFantasy

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yamashita Tomo is an ordinary junior high school girl with an unconventional family situation. Her father is categorized as a "NEET" (Not in Employment, Education or Training) and her mother is significantly older than usual.

Recommendation: Sundome (2023) similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Sundome (2023)(すんドめ)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceWeb SeriesYouth

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Upon the arrival of Kurumi Hayaka, a stunning new student, into Hideo Aiba's high school class, the leader of the photography club becomes enamored with her. Despite his initial feelings, Aiba quickly realizes he is dealing with Kurumi's mischievous demeanor. How will their complex and unconventional relationship unfold?

Recommendation: Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu(突然ですが、明日結婚します)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceAge GapDrama

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Career-driven woman Takanashi Asuka has a traditional aspiration of getting married and being a homemaker. When her longtime boyfriend ends their relationship to focus on his career, she crosses paths with Nanami Ryu, a well-known news anchor at PTV. Asuka and Ryu hit it off, despite his aversion to marriage. Their conflicting desires in life make a romantic relationship seem unlikely, especially since Nanami believes marriage restricts personal freedom and serves as a mere escape for women. "I have no interest in getting married," he declared. Despite their differing views on marriage, Asuka views Nanami as an ideal partner. Thus, the 'Battle of Values' commences.

Recommendation: Rebound (2011) similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Rebound (2011)(リバウンド)

2011Japan
ComedyFoodie Female LeadMiniseriesRomanceExtreme DietingFoodWeight Issues

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Foodie Female Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following a breakup, Nobuko dedicates herself to a strict diet and achieves her goal. She lands a job at a fashion magazine she admires, but her newfound happiness is threatened when she meets Taiichi, a charming pastry chef. Nobuko struggles with controlling her eating habits, especially when it comes to cakes, as she risks losing her job if she gains weight. Will Nobuko be able to overcome this challenge and find happiness in the end?

Recommendation: Okusama wa 18 sai similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Okusama wa 18 sai(おくさまは18歳)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceLifeSchool SettingYouth

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Based on the manga of the same name by the author Motomura Miyoko, this adaptation stays true to the original source material.

Recommendation: Nakuna, Hara-chan similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Nakuna, Hara-chan(泣くな、はらちゃん)

2013Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceCrossworlds TravelerJohnnysSupernatural

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hara-chan is often intoxicated at a budget-friendly bar, rambling on as usual. This is a routine occurrence for him. Despite his constant frustration, he lacks the insight and bravery to change his ways. Hara-chan is the protagonist of the manga "Nakuna, Hara-chan". The artist behind this manga is Echizen-san, an unassuming woman employed at a fish paste factory. Instead of keeping a diary, she channels her built-up resentment into drawing comic strips in a notebook. This serves as Echizen-san's only means of expression as she appears to have lost her zest for life. However, one day, a miraculous event takes place. Hara-chan suddenly awakens to the beauty of the world around him. He becomes aware of the sun's warmth, the gentle breeze, and the sparkling stars. He has transitioned from the pages of the manga into the real world. In this reality, Hara-chan finds himself falling in love with Echizen-san, despite the fact that he is not human in this world. (Jdramas Weblog)

Recommendation: Tsuribaka Nisshi similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Tsuribaka Nisshi(釣りバカ日誌~新入社員 浜崎伝助~)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceFishingFoodFriendship

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hamasaki Densuke is a recent addition to the workforce at Suzuki Construction, a prominent construction firm. With the construction industry booming in anticipation of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Hama-chan's passion for fishing often distracts him at work, much to the frustration of his boss, Sasaki Kazuo. Through his shared love of fishing, he forms a bond with Suzuki Ichinosuke, unaware that he is actually the company's president.

Recommendation: Kodaike no Hitobito similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Kodaike no Hitobito(高台家の人々)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceInvestigationMysteryShort Length Series

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The Kodai family's three brothers have the ability of telepathy, which has resulted in numerous tense situations. Mitsumasa's mother disapproves of his relationship with Kie Hirano. This unique program showcases a family gathering of the Kodai Family.

Recommendation: Tsuribaka Nisshi Season 2 similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Tsuribaka Nisshi Season 2(釣りバカ日誌 Season2 新米社員 浜崎伝助)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceFishingFoodFriendship

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hamasaki Densuke, a third-year employee at Suzuki Construction, is known for his passion for fishing which adds to his endearing personality. He has a unique mentoring dynamic with the company president Suzuki Ichinosuke, whom he affectionately refers to as Su-san. As tensions rise between Densuke, his boss Sasaki Kazuo, and other colleagues, a new, attractive rival enters the scene and complicates Densuke's relationship with his girlfriend, Kobayashi Michikole. This narrative is adapted from the manga series Tsuribaka Nisshi by Yamasaki Juzo and illustrated by Kitami Kenichi.

Recommendation: Haru: Sogo Shosha no Onna similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Haru: Sogo Shosha no Onna(ハル〜総合商社の女〜)

2019Japan
Boss-Employee RelationshipComedyMiniseriesRomanceBusinessEx Comes BackSecret Relationship

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kaibara Haru, a single mother, was actively involved in the American business community before being recruited by the CEO of Itsuki Trading, a prominent Japanese general trading company. Upon her return to Japan, she assumed the role of assistant manager in the esteemed Corporate Planning Department, only to discover that her immediate superior was her ex-husband from a decade ago. Haru faces various challenges within the vast departments and affiliate companies of Itsuki Trading, tackling issues ranging from ramen to rockets. Despite the conservative atmosphere fostered by a resistant deputy CEO, she remains determined to find enjoyment in her work and takes unconventional approaches to her tasks.

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Oshaie Sommelier Oshako!(おしゃ家ソムリエおしゃ子)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceFashion IndustryFemale Centered PlotFriendship

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot of the humorous manga revolves around Oshako Jaeger, a woman who has a preference for dating men who reside in luxurious residences. She travels around evaluating the homes of different men. (animenewsnetwork.com) Inspired by the online comic "Oshaie Sommelier Oshako!" created by Kappy.

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Yarinaoshitai First Kiss(やり直したいファーストキス)

2022Japan
CohabitationComedyMiniseriesRomanceDocumentaryHousemates' RelationshipShare House Setting

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Cohabitation, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Six women looking to recreate their first kisses introduce themselves to Ren Sonomiya, a resident of a shared living space they all inhabit. This show is a genuine portrayal of the reality series featured in the drama "Bakayaro no Kiss". The participants engage in unscripted interactions. Will their intentions be genuine or will they be acting? Which one will resonate with Ren and share a first kiss with her once more?

Recommendation: -50kg no Cinderella similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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-50kg no Cinderella(-50kgのシンデレラ)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesRomanceAge GapWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% 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)

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Love Rerun(ラブリラン)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaCohabitationMiniseriesRomanceAmnesiaFirst LoveOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Cohabitation, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Sayaka Minami, a 30-year-old woman with no prior romantic involvement, has harbored feelings for her childhood friend since their college years. However, the night before their planned date, Sayaka awakens in the home of a colleague from work, experiencing memory loss. (ANN)

Recommendation: Yuube wa Otanoshimi Deshita ne similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Yuube wa Otanoshimi Deshita ne(ゆうべはお楽しみでしたね)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaCohabitationComedyMiniseriesRomanceNerdy Female LeadNerdy Male LeadNice Male LeadOnline Gamer Female LeadOnline Gamer Male LeadOnline GamingOpposites Attract

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Cohabitation, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Powder, who immerses himself in the virtual world of Dragon Quest X, interacting daily with online party members

Recommendation: Watashitachi ga Koisuru Riyu similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Watashitachi ga Koisuru Riyu(私たちが恋する理由)

2024Japan
Adapted From A MangaBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyMiniseriesRomanceAnimalDogMultiple CouplesOffice SettingSenior-Junior RelationshipWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Boss-Employee Relationship, Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Morita Aoi, a third-year employee at an advertising agency, has always struggled with her confidence due to her tall stature, which sets her apart from most Japanese women. One day, while riding the elevator at work, Aoi's director playfully pokes fun at her height. However, she is unexpectedly defended by the aloof sales manager, Kurosawa Tomonari, whose blunt communication style often masks his genuine concern for others. As Aoi gets to know Tomonari better, she finds herself increasingly drawn to him, although she is unsure of his feelings towards her. Meanwhile, Tomonari has avoided romantic entanglements in order to keep his life simple, but he cannot help but feel jealous when others get close to Aoi. Will these colleagues eventually navigate their way to a romantic relationship? (Viki)

Recommendation: Hotaru no Hikari similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Hotaru no Hikari(ホタルノヒカリ)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaBoss-Employee RelationshipCohabitationComedyRomanceAge GapAge GapBusinessClumsy Female LeadEccentric Female LeadLove TriangleSecret RelationshipSecret Romance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Boss-Employee Relationship, Cohabitation, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Hotaru is employed by a well-known company that specializes in interior design. While her work may be glamorous, her personal life is quite the opposite. Living by herself, Hotaru spends her free time lounging around her rented home in casual attire. She has no interest in romantic relationships or anything else for that matter, often preferring relaxation over any form of excitement. One day, her landlord's son, who is recently separated from his spouse, visits the property for inspection, unaware that it is already occupied. Both he and Hotaru are taken aback by the messy state of the home. To their surprise, the landlord's son is revealed to be none other than Hotaru's boss, Takano.

Recommendation: Hotaru no Hikari 2 similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Hotaru no Hikari 2(ホタルノヒカリ 2)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaBoss-Employee RelationshipCohabitationComedyRomanceAge GapAge GapBusinessCalm Male LeadEccentric Female LeadLove TriangleOlder Man-Younger WomanOpposites Attract

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Boss-Employee Relationship, Cohabitation, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Three years ago, Amemiya Hotaru, known as the 'dried up woman', found herself drawn to Takano 'Buchou'. However, shortly after, Hotaru was sent to Hong Kong as part of a project team. She threw herself into her work, separated from 'Buchou'. Upon returning to Japan three years later, Hotaru joined the First Planning Department, where 'Buchou' worked. She quickly resumed her duties, but noticed significant changes in both the staff and the company atmosphere. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: World Messed Up similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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World Messed Up(谁还没点事)

2014China
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Little Beast Flowershop(小野兽花店)

2015China
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ye Qing, on the verge of tying the knot with her partner Lu Wen, manages a flower boutique. As she busily arranges flowers for a celebrity wedding, an unexpected issue arises with the shop's flowers. This leads Ye Qing to unintentionally offend a wealthy individual. In order to resolve the situation, Meng Qing is summoned by Liang Shi to assist. Consequently, Ye Qing ends up missing her planned outing with her partner. Once the work dilemma is resolved, she discovers that her partner's belongings are mysteriously missing, setting the stage for the unfolding story.

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Koi Gaku: Koi ni Meiso suru Joshitachi e(恋学〜恋に迷走する女子たちへ〜)

2024Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ueno Hana, aged 29, is employed at a small hotel

Recommendation: Ni Hao, Li Hui Fen similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Ni Hao, Li Hui Fen(你好,李慧芬)

2021China
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Don Juan DeMercado(情人眼裏高一D)

2010Hong Kong
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Gung Yan-tung, an ordinary vegetable market worker, who undergoes a mysterious transformation into the famous cantopop star Gan Lik-shun after consuming chocolate. As Gan Lik-shun, he becomes the top-selling celebrity in Hong Kong. However, once the effects of the chocolate wear off, Gung Yan-tung reverts back to his normal self. He eventually forms a romantic relationship with Tse On-fei, who is unaware of his true persona.

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Natsu no Hi no Koi(夏の日の恋〜Summer Time〜)

2002Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kasuga Chieko is a woman in her middle years who owns a business selling lunch boxes. Her husband disappeared 27 years ago, causing her to avoid romantic relationships ever since. However, this summer, she finds herself falling in love for the first time in many years. Despite dealing with the challenges of managing her business, supporting her unemployed son, and contending with her sister-in-law who also has feelings for the same man, Chieko fights to maintain her newfound love.

Recommendation: Ashita Tenki ni Naare (2003) similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Ashita Tenki ni Naare (2003)(あした天気になあれ。)

2003Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Hana Sakai is a solo parent raising her 5-year-old daughter, Mimi. Their lives change when she encounters Tokumura Shuji, a producer from NTV, who recognizes her talent and offers her the opportunity to become the weather girl on his show "News No. 1." The series follows Hana as she navigates the challenges of balancing her job with her responsibilities as a mother.

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Dokushin Season 3(独身3!!)

2003Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Three single men who have been unsuccessful in relationships are employed at a housing company. Lacking real-life experience in dating, they entertain themselves with comical and impractical advice on how to attract women. Despite their efforts to appear irresistible, they end up being quite the opposite. The series showcases their amusing and awkward journey in pursuit of love, as well as their strong bond of friendship. Viewers may find humor in the absurd antics of these men in love, while also being touched by their heartfelt camaraderie.

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Tadashii Renai no Susume(正しい恋愛のススメ)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

A television series on TBS adapted from a comic book of the same title written by Ijiro Yukari.

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Waraeru Koi wa Shitakunai(笑える恋はしたくない)

2006Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The setting of the narrative is a department store, where Shizu-chan acts as an elevator attendant and Komoto portrays the manager of a bakery. The script will be penned by Osamu Suzuki, known for his work on the television program "SMAP x SMAP." (Tokyograph via Wiki)

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Swan no Baka! Kozukai 3 Manen no Koi(スワンの馬鹿! ~こづかい3万円の恋~)

2007Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Suwano Daisuke, a 40-year-old man, works hard to maintain his reputation as an exemplary father, husband, and boss to his admiring staff. Despite his calm and kind demeanor, he secretly stresses over his finances in the privacy of his bathroom. His wife limits him to a monthly allowance of 30,000 (US$270), a common amount for Japanese husbands. Daisuke compares himself to a swan gliding gracefully on the surface while struggling beneath the water. This heartwarming romantic comedy follows Daisuke and two other men as they navigate their daily challenges and unexpected romances with a young executive. Although life is difficult, there is always something valuable waiting in the end.

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My Secret Weapon(僕の秘密兵器)

2009Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Renai Neet similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Renai Neet(恋愛ニート~忘れた恋のはじめ方)

2012Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Rin is employed in the sales promotion division of a publishing company, but she is viewed as untrustworthy by both her bosses and her colleagues. During a visit to their friend Miho's divorce ceremony, Rin and her friend Nanako encounter three individuals: a dentist named Naoya, a flavor expert at a prominent food corporation named Kota, and an attractive young man named Shunpei. The narrative revolves around the connections among these six individuals.

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Koisuru Hae Onna(恋するハエ女)

2012Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Emi Komori (played by Mimura), a teacher at an elementary school in Nagoya, is a plain woman in her thirties who struggles to assert herself in her job and personal life. Her students look down on her, and she has recently been abandoned by her fiancé. Finding solace in social media, particularly Twitter, she vents her frustrations anonymously and finds comfort in the responses she receives. One day, Emi receives a message from a mysterious man named Shuji Yaegashi (portrayed by Toshio Kakei) in response to her posts. He challenges her to take control of her life and gives her a series of tasks to complete. Though initially resistant, Emi is gradually inspired by his guidance and undergoes a remarkable transformation.

Recommendation: Koi Nante Zeitaku ni Ochite Kuru no Darou ka? similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Koi Nante Zeitaku ni Ochite Kuru no Darou ka?(恋なんて贅沢が私に落ちてくるのだろうか?)

2012Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Takaraike Aoko, a woman in her mid-twenties who struggles in both love and work despite her efforts. She faces constant misfortune, yet remains candid, albeit a little disorganized. She often mutters to herself and enjoys sake. The story promises to be humorous yet heartwarming, inspired by Nakai Maasa's acclaimed love story, Stardust Venus.

Recommendation: Bussen similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Bussen(ぶっせん )

2013Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseries

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

In order to address the financial difficulties faced by a temple, a Buddhist vocational school is established by the temple. This school is open to students who have not succeeded in other high schools. Tension arises between the students and the monk instructors. In the meantime, Shosuke Tamura, a monk in training from Kinkinfuku Temple near the struggling temple, is tasked with observing the other temple. This story is inspired by the manga series "Butsen" created by Ranjo Miyake and published in Weekly Morning from 1999 to 2001.

Recommendation: Mousou Kanojo similar to Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai
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Mousou Kanojo(妄想彼女)

2015Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomance

Like Dame na Watashi ni Koishite Kudasai, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Keisuke, a 28-year-old man, has never been in a romantic relationship. He often shares posts on social media about his fictional girlfriend, Haru. One day, his dream girl Haru comes into his life and surprisingly acts just like he had imagined. As Keisuke starts to feel the spark of romance, he questions whether this scenario is real or just in his imagination.