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Dear Mayang Street(亲爱的麻洋街)

2020China
1980sFamily RelationshipFriendshipHigh School To Working LifeIllnessLawyer Female LeadLifeLove At First SightMelodramaNeighbors' RelationshipRomanceSmart Female LeadTime SkipYouth

During a period of change in the 1980s, six households residing on Mayang Street in Guangzhou witness the joys of youth and romance

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Dear Mayang Street

Recommendation: Romance in the Alley similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Romance in the Alley(小巷人家)

2024China
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeMelodramaNeighbors' RelationshipRomanceYouth1970sComing Of AgeFamilyMultiple Mains

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, Melodrama, Neighbors' Relationship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

During the late 1970s, the Zhuang and Lin families resided in a small alley within the residential area of a cotton spinning factory in Suzhou. Zhuang Chao Ying, a teacher, and his wife, Huang Ling, made their children's exams a top priority as the college entrance examination resumed. Their neighbors, Lin Wu Feng and Song Ying, also began focusing on their son's studies under their influence. The Zhuang family appeared harmonious and respectable, with their son Zhuang Tu Nan being diligent and studious, and their daughter Zhuang Xiao Ting being well-behaved and sensible. However, Zhuang Chao Ying's cowardice and excessive filial piety led to problems within the family. On the other hand, the Lin family lived by their own rules, with their mischievous son, Lin Dong Zhe. Despite this, the couple supported each other, fostering mutual respect between parents and children, creating a lively and fulfilling family dynamic. Adapting to changing times, Lin Wu Feng and Song Ying relocated their family to Guangzhou in search of new opportunities. Separated from childhood friends Zhuang Xiao Ting and Lin Dong Zhe, they eventually realized their feelings for each other and decided to attend the same university. Despite facing obstacles from family and reality after graduation, they remained committed to each other. After overcoming various challenges, Zhuang Tu Nan and Li Jia also became a couple.

Recommendation: Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds(十五年等待候鸟)

2016China
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeIllnessLifeMelodramaRomanceFriends To LoversHigh SchoolLove TriangleStar Crossed LoversStudent Supporting CharacterTearjerkerUniversity

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Illness, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The protagonist and main character first encounter each other when they are both fourteen years old. She harbors a deep admiration for him but keeps her feelings hidden because she lacks confidence in her appearance. As time passes, their friendship endures for a remarkable fifteen years. This story is inspired by the novel "Fifteen Years to Wait for Migratory Birds" by Ying Feng.

Recommendation: Angels Fall Sometimes similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Angels Fall Sometimes(谢谢你温暖我)

2024China
FriendshipIllnessLifeLove At First SightMelodramaRomanceAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)College To Working LifeDisabled Male LeadFirst LoveTearjerkerTerminal IllnessWeb Series

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Illness, Life, Love At First Sight, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the height of his youth, Lin Tuo meets An Zhi Que during a summer internship event in their third year of college. They fall in love instantly. As they near graduation, they transition from academia to the workforce, juggling part-time jobs, job searches, and making plans for their future together. Although life doesn't go as smoothly as expected, they support each other. However, just when things start to look up, Lin Tuo receives a life-changing diagnosis. Lin Tuo is diagnosed with ALS, cutting short his once promising life. In shock and unable to face his family, he isolates himself, but eventually reveals the truth as his condition worsens. His loved ones come together to support him, refusing to let him give up in the face of adversity. Embracing their love, Lin Tuo gathers the courage to move forward boldly.

Recommendation: Bound at First Sight similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Bound at First Sight(最美不过初相见)

2025China
High School To Working LifeLifeMelodramaRomanceTime SkipYouthCity SettingCollege To Working LifeHigh School SweetheartsHigh School To CollegeLovers SeparatedReporter Female LeadTeacher Male LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features High School To Working Life, Life, Melodrama, Romance, Time Skip, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Pei Yan Yan and Gao Song were high school sweethearts who parted ways before graduating from college. After 7 years, their paths crossed again due to their careers. Gao Song, now a university professor and cybersecurity specialist, realizes he still has feelings for Yan Yan and decides to end his current relationship to pursue her once more. Despite harboring both love and resentment towards each other, Yan Yan remains indifferent until Gao Song faces a life-threatening situation. It is only then that she begins to acknowledge her true feelings.

Recommendation: Olive Tree similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Olive Tree(橄榄树)

2011China
1980sFriendshipRomanceYouthDrama

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features 1980s, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Portrays the heartfelt romance of a cluster of adolescents during the 1980s amidst a shifting societal landscape

Recommendation: Muggle vs Genius similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Muggle vs Genius(天才碰麻瓜)

2013China
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthMedical

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The medical school idol drama stars a cast comprised mainly of graduates from the Shanghai Drama Academy Class of 2013 who were born after the 1990s.

Recommendation: Tentai Kansoku similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Tentai Kansoku(天体観測)

2002Japan
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthDrama

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The primary characters in "Searchin' for My Polestar" are a group of 7 friends who first met in college as members of the "Sagittarius" astronomical observation club. While they joined the club as an excuse to spend time at the beach in summer and go skiing in winter, their only real stargazing experience occurred at a summer camp during their senior year. Despite exchanging vows of eternal friendship, their busy schedules over the years have caused them to drift apart. It has now been 3 years since that memorable summer under the stars. Will their friendship continue to weaken, or will they find a way to strengthen their bond once again? (Fuji TV)

Recommendation: Love Letter (2008) similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Love Letter (2008)(ラブレター)

2008Japan
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeRomanceYouthAdventureDisabilityDramaMedicalSchool Setting

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

Minami, a girl who is hearing impaired, uses sign language to connect with her first love, Kaiji, as they navigate their budding romance together with the help of a puppy. As their relationship deepens, Minami develops an unattainable longing to hear Kaiji's voice. In a heartfelt gesture, Kaiji promises to act as Minami's ears. However, the constraints of their youth prevent them from keeping this promise. Their story unfolds over 15 years, filled with both beauty and heartache, as they navigate their first love and family bonds. (TBS)

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceTime SkipBusinessDrama

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 25% similarity match.

On December 20, 1999, China regained control of Macau. The members of the music group Lotus Rain - Qiao Zi Liang, Tong Jie, and Lan Yong Ren - all graduated from high school that same year. Tong Jie went to England for further studies, Qiao Zi Liang attended university in Guangzhou, and Yong Ren enrolled in a police academy in Macau. When Tong Jie returned to Macau four years later, he was surprised to learn that Yong Ren had switched careers from a police officer to a bartender. Zi Liang reconnected with classmates from Macau and Guangzhou, including Tong Zhen and Xiao Yao. Tong Jie's twin sister, Tong Zhen, and Xiao Yao both developed feelings for Zi Liang without realizing they were both interested in the same person. Yan Ming Ming, the daughter of Hong Kong's Yan Enterprises, visited Macau and purchased a significant amount of property owned by Tong Shan He. Tong Shan He arranged for his son, Tong Jie, to interact with the Yan family, only to discover that Yan Tian, the head of Yan Enterprises, had a longstanding feud with him from 20 years ago. Tong Shan He realized that Yan Tian's real motive for buying property in Macau was to seek revenge against him.

Recommendation: Bright Sun and a Gentle Breeze similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Bright Sun and a Gentle Breeze(风和日丽)

2012China
LifeMelodramaRomanceYouthNovel AdaptationFamily

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Life, Melodrama, Romance, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

During the late 1950s, the Republic of China, which had endured over fifty years of war, celebrated its tenth anniversary. Yang Xiao Yi, Liu Shi Jun, and their peers are young individuals of this new era embarking on a path to leave their mark on the world. Raised in a single-parent household, Yang Xiao Yi is resolute in uncovering the true identity of her biological father. As she navigates through challenges with her family, friends, and loved ones, she learns valuable lessons and remains resilient in the face of adversity.

Recommendation: The Next Station is Marriage similar to Dear Mayang Street
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The Next Station is Marriage(下一站婚姻)

2015China
Family RelationshipLifeMelodramaRomanceDramaLove Triangle

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Love of Happiness similar to Dear Mayang Street
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The Love of Happiness(因为爱情有幸福)

2016China
FriendshipLifeMelodramaRomanceDramaFamily

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Lu Xiao Nan (played by Tina Tang), an independent woman who harbors a fear of marriage due to the complexities involved in merging two lives and families. However, she meets Kevin (portrayed by William Chan), a university professor who is unfettered by familial ties and possesses a warm and adaptable nature. Despite her initial reservations, Xiao Nan marries Kevin and supports him in his quest to reconnect with his estranged family. As they navigate the challenges of blending into his family, Xiao Nan finds solace and purpose with the help of her supportive husband. Meanwhile, Kevin unravels the mysteries surrounding his childhood amnesia. The series is available in two versions: 66 episodes lasting 35-55 minutes each for TV viewing, or 70 episodes of 45 minutes each for DVD watching.

Recommendation: Dear Them similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Dear Them(亲爱的她们)

2017China
FriendshipLifeMelodramaRomanceDramaFamily

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative follows the journey of two elderly friends who find solace in each other as they navigate the challenges of letting go of earthly concerns. Through the eyes of Gu Jia Yi, we gain insight into the lives and hardships faced by her mother and her mother's companions.

Recommendation: A Family Has Children in the First Place similar to Dear Mayang Street
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A Family Has Children in the First Place(家有儿女初长成)

2018China
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeRomanceComedyFamily

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A new version of the 2005 family comedy series Happy Household follows the lives of two blended families navigating the challenges of living together. Siblings Jiang Nan, 25, and Jiang Bei, 22, find themselves in a unique situation when their parents divorce and divide their shared apartment. Jiang Nan and her mother Wu Qiong take the upper level, while Jiang Bei and his father Jiang Guo Li reside downstairs. Jiang Guo Li, 50, marries the 35-year-old gym instructor Dai Ling Ling, who has a son named Tong Tong. Wu Qiong, 49, ties the knot with Du Wei, a longtime idol of hers who is an actor. Du Wei has a daughter named Yang Yang, who is 12 years old. This arrangement leads to the two sets of parents and their four children living together under one roof.

Recommendation: Paper Cut similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Paper Cut(春暖花又开)

2019China
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeRomanceDebtDrama

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Youth Fight similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Youth Fight(青春斗)

2019China
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthComedyFemale Centered Plot

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Xiang Zhen, Qian Bei Bei, Jin Xiao Ni, Ding Lan, and Yu Hui are five young women who meet at university and gradually discover the challenges of life, including struggles with finding employment and love. Xiang Zhen's partner goes missing, Qian Bei Bei's boyfriend confines her, Jin Xiao Ni's boyfriend is revealed to be unfaithful, Ding Lan's parents disapprove of her partner, and Yu Hui faces financial ruin after her business fails. Each of them grapples with various difficulties in both their professional and romantic lives.

Recommendation: I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon similar to Dear Mayang Street
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I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon(我要變成硬柿子)

2007Taiwan
FriendshipLifeMelodramaRomanceYouthDramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleSchool BullyingSchool SettingSecond Chance Romance

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Melodrama, Romance, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

From a young age, Ruan Shi Zhi has always been a target for bullies. Now, at 18, he is determined to leave his troubled past behind and start fresh. However, as soon as he enters his summer class, he is faced with a group of classmates he usually tries to avoid. Just as he considers leaving, a girl who seems to radiate kindness enters the room. He is instantly smitten with her and decides to toughen up in order to win her heart. To survive in this challenging environment, he knows he must change himself and overcome any obstacles in his way.

Recommendation: Twenty Your Life On Season 2 similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Twenty Your Life On Season 2(二十不惑2)

2022China
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthFemale Centered PlotRoommates' RelationshipSismance

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story revolves around a group of young women from the post-95s generation who face challenges upon entering society but eventually find love and personal growth in both their careers and personal lives. Luo Yan secures a job close to home with the help of her mother, three years after graduating from college. Jiang Xiao Guo appears to lead a glamorous life as a financial professional, but in reality, she is constantly working overtime. Duan Jia Bao, formerly part of a wealthy family, now struggles with debt due to a family crisis. Liang Shuang achieves success as a popular beauty vlogger, although her career has its ups and downs. Xiao Guo, Da Bao, and Liang Shuang reunite as roommates and befriend Ding Yi Xuan. Despite facing challenges, the women continue to move forward on their paths. Being 25 years old comes with its share of hardships and moments of brightness.

Recommendation: Unwrap the Age of 13 similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Unwrap the Age of 13(봉인해제 13세)

2017South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeYouthMiddle SchoolSchool SettingWeb Series

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Toast Boy's Kiss similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Toast Boy's Kiss(吐司男之吻)

2001Taiwan
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthComedyMultiple MainsSummer Setting

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

After their father's factory closed due to the recession, Xiao Xun and her sister Chanel found themselves under the care of Mimi-chan, a glamorous police detective and family friend, as their parents evaded debt collectors. To make ends meet, the sisters decided to take in a new roommate named Lee Wei. Lee Wei, who happened to be the younger sibling of a notorious crime boss named Lee Xiong, harbored ambitions of following in his brother's criminal footsteps despite his exceptional intelligence that seemed better suited for a different path. Lee Xiong, however, insisted that Lee Wei attend college and lead a respectable life, a demand that Lee Wei adamantly refused. As a result, Lee Wei was sent to Mimi-chan for guidance and positive influence, given her law enforcement background. Over the course of a peculiar and eventful summer, these individuals from contrasting backgrounds would coexist under one roof and gain valuable insights into the complexities of life.

Recommendation: The Way We Were similar to Dear Mayang Street
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The Way We Were(16個夏天)

2014Taiwan
FriendshipIllnessLifeRomance1990sDramaFamily

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Illness, Life, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Love Is All Around (2004) similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Love Is All Around (2004)(사랑을 할꺼야)

2004South Korea
Family RelationshipLifeRomanceYouthDramaFirst LoveSchool Setting

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Everyone experiences their first love, and often, it doesn't conclude on a joyful note. Jin Bo Ra is not exempt from this reality, facing both her first love and a daunting predicament. The man she adores deeply is revealed to be the son of her mother's partner. She never anticipated that her affection would fade away so quickly. Moreover, she failed to fully communicate her feelings. She learned the hard way that if you miss that chance and that moment, love can evaporate like ice cream in the sun.

Recommendation: Home with the Kids Season 4 similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Home with the Kids Season 4(家有儿女 4)

2007China
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeYouthComedyFamilyMultiple Mains

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Xia Dong Hai, a children's drama director who has been through a divorce, returns to Beijing from the United States with his young son Xia Yu (often referred to as "Little Yu") and daughter Xiao Xue (also known as "Little Xue"). He plans to settle down with Liu Mei, a divorced woman who has a son named Liu Xing from her previous marriage. Despite the unconventional family dynamics, the five of them live happily together in a modern flat in Beijing. The storyline follows the family members as they navigate through various challenges in life and work together to overcome them. This family structure deviates from the typical one-child policy in modern Chinese families.

Recommendation: When I Fly Towards You similar to Dear Mayang Street
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When I Fly Towards You(当我飞奔向你)

2023China
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeLove At First SightRomanceYouthComedyComing Of AgeFemale Chases Male FirstFirst LoveFriends To LoversHealthy Mains’ RelationshipIntroverted Male LeadSecondary Couple

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Love At First Sight, Romance, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the fall of 2012, Su Zai Zai enrolls at Yucai High School and is captivated by the reserved Zhang Lu Rang

Recommendation: Wait, My Youth similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Wait, My Youth(等等啊我的青春)

2019China
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeLifeRomanceYouthChasing A DreamComing Of AgeFirst LoveInnocent Female LeadLove TriangleMusicSchool SettingSecret Crush

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Passionate about literature, Su Can Can forms close bonds with her best friends during her teenage years. Xu Mei Li is known for her lively and cheerful nature, while Lan Tian Ye is described as handsome and carefree. Lin Jia Ze is gentle and refined, and Tao Ya Ting is noted for her beauty and melancholy demeanor. Throughout high school and college, they confide in each other, share happy moments, and navigate challenges together. Now at 28, Su Can Can looks back on the treasured memories they have made and realizes that the companions she held dear at 18 remain by her side, embodying the warmth of love, friendship, and kinship.

Recommendation: Bright Time similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Bright Time(芥子时光)

2024China
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeRomanceYouthBromanceCampus SettingMultiple MainsSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Deviating from the typical youth drama formula, this campus narrative revolves around themes of friendship, familial affection, and motivation. Centered around a 17-year-old main character, the storyline follows a cohort of young individuals navigating their way through college life, showcasing their journey of personal development. (Douban)

Recommendation: Spring Burning similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Spring Burning(春风燃情)

2025China
1980sFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceSmart Female LeadDramaFake MarriageFake To Real LoversHardworking Male LeadHealthy Mains’ RelationshipMarried LifeNice Female LeadSupportive Male Lead

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features 1980s, Family Relationship, Life, Romance, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the 1980s, a talented college student named Lu Ran was coerced into a marriage of convenience by her relatives to a rugged, impoverished man with a child. Determined to take control of her own destiny, Lu Ran bravely flees. Along the way, she crosses paths with a tall, attractive, and kind-hearted man who happens to be her true betrothed! (WeTV)

Recommendation: Shitsuren Chocolatier similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Shitsuren Chocolatier( 失恋ショコラティエ )

2014Japan
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeLifeRomanceTime SkipAdapted From A MangaChocolatier Male LeadComedyDramaFoodHeartbreakInfidelityUnrequited Love

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 23% similarity match.

Koyurugi Sota looks up to his school senior Takahashi Saeko with admiration and affection. Despite his feelings being unreciprocated, Sota decides to pursue his dream of becoming a master chocolatier in Paris. After returning, he opens his own chocolate boutique, only to be surprised when Saeko, a lover of chocolate, walks in and requests him to create her wedding cake. This story is based on the manga series "Shitsuren Chocolatier" by Mizushiro Setona.

Recommendation: Kono Hatsukoi wa Fiction desu similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Kono Hatsukoi wa Fiction desu(この初恋はフィクションです)

2021Japan
FriendshipLifeRomanceSmart Female LeadYouthBest Friends RelationshipCharacter DevelopmentClassmates' RelationshipHigh SchoolNice Female LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Supporting Character

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, Smart Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

A romantic tale unfolds among a group of sophomores in high school who are intrigued by a new transfer student who is described as mysterious and attractive. This student was missing on the first day of school, adding to the intrigue surrounding him. (News Yahoo)

Recommendation: Silent similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Silent(silent)

2022Japan
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeLifeMelodramaRomanceDeaf Male LeadDisabled Male LeadHearing Impaired Male LeadLove TriangleMeet AgainMusicPast And PresentSign Language

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Tsumugi Aoba developed feelings for So Sakura while they were classmates in high school. They bonded over their mutual love for music and their relationship grew stronger over time. However, Sakura suddenly ended things without explanation and vanished. Fast forward eight years, Aoba now resides in Tokyo and works at a major CD store, where she is immersed in her passion for music. One day, she unexpectedly encounters Sakura, but is saddened to discover that he has lost his hearing.

Recommendation: From Me to You similar to Dear Mayang Street
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From Me to You(君に届け)

2023Japan
FriendshipLifeLove At First SightRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaCheerful Male LeadClassmates' RelationshipInnocent Female LeadNaive Female LeadNice Male LeadSchool SettingShy Female Lead

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Love At First Sight, Romance, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

Kuronuma Sawako, a kind-hearted but socially inept high school student, is given the nickname "Sadako" by her peers due to her resemblance to the horror movie character. Despite her lack of friends, she quietly navigates through her daily life. Sawako looks up to Kazehaya Shota, a classmate known for his friendly demeanor, unaware that he also has feelings for her. This story is an adaptation from the manga "Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You" by Shiina Karuho.

Recommendation: Bad Love similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Bad Love(나쁜사랑)

2019South Korea
Family RelationshipLove At First SightMelodramaRomanceTime SkipBusiness IndustryCheerful Female LeadDramaDysfunctional FamilyRich FamilyScandalSoap OperaStepbrothers' Relationship

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Love At First Sight, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 23% similarity match.

An incident has altered the destinies of five individuals. In contrast to typical romantic tales filled with beautiful moments and stories, their affection is met with disapproval and disdain. Nonetheless, despite the negativity surrounding them, they are unable to restrain their deep feelings for one another. Bad Love is a poignant romantic drama that captures the essence of love that causes pain. (Viu)

Recommendation: Nie Yuan (2010) similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Nie Yuan (2010)(孽缘)

2010China
Family RelationshipFriendshipLifeRomanceFriends To EnemiesRapeSexual AssaultUnexpected Pregnancy

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Life, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

College student Wang Hai Ling is assaulted by the boyfriend of her close friend Zhang Yu Mei, named Liu Duo Gui. Despite facing backlash from her family for going public with the incident, Hai Ling decides to take legal action against him. Regrettably, Yu Mei turns against Hai Ling and provides a false testimony, leading to Duo Gui being acquitted. Subsequently, Hai Ling discovers she is pregnant and leaves her hometown in disgrace. During this difficult time, she encounters Li BaoQuan and begins to believe in the possibility of a brighter tomorrow...

Recommendation: Tokyo Tower 2007 similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Tokyo Tower 2007(東京タワー)

2007Japan
Family RelationshipFriendshipIllnessLifeAdapted From An AutobiographyDramaMother-Son RelationshipSlight Romance

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Illness, and Life themes with a 22% similarity match.

Inspired by the memoir of Lily Franky, this novel delves into the author's family life and the moments he shared with his mother.

Recommendation: Women in Beijing similar to Dear Mayang Street
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Women in Beijing(北京女子图鉴)

2018China
FriendshipLifeMelodramaRomanceAdapted From A Short StoryCity SettingDifficult AdulthoodDrama

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

The story follows a young woman's transformation into a North Drifter. Chen Ke relocates from Sichuan to Beijing in pursuit of a new beginning, but her relationship with her high school sweetheart ends abruptly. She soon realizes that achieving success in her professional and personal life necessitates both hard work and strategic networking with affluent men, whom she will eventually move on from. Inspired by the short story "Tokyo Women's Guidebook".

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Ode to Joy Season 3(欢乐颂3)

2022China
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthNovel AdaptationFemale Centered PlotMultiple MainsSismance

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Five women have recently become neighbors, all residing on the same floor of an apartment complex. Among them, there is Zhu Zhe, a hotel manager, Yu Chu Hui, who is relatively new to the workforce, and He Min Hong, who share a flat. The other two units are occupied by the mysterious Fang Zhi Heng and Ye Zhen Zhen, a life science researcher. Each woman comes from a different background and faces challenges in their careers, families, and relationships. Fang Zhi Heng's behavior raises suspicion, while Ye Zhen Zhen experiences unexpected hostility in her workplace. Yu Chu Hui's intelligence leads her to employ deceitful tactics, only to learn valuable lessons. Zhu Zhe excels in her work but struggles to advance due to her lack of academic qualifications. He Min Hong's well-meaning actions often backfire due to her naivety. Despite their individual struggles, these women eventually learn to open up to each other and support one another in their personal growth journey in the bustling city of Shanghai.

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Cannot Fall in Love With You(养成系恋爱指南)

2025China
IllnessLove At First SightRomanceYouthFilmed VerticallyFirst LoveShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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He Lin and Xu Ning's journey begins with their initial meeting and progresses through misunderstandings to eventually blossom into love. With He Lin's support, Xu Ning conquers her skin condition, and the pair navigate challenges together, ultimately finding genuine love.

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Futari no Kitto(ふたりのきっと)

2014Japan
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female Lead

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Minami is feeling extremely anxious about the upcoming college entrance exams. He is relying on the support of his closest friend during this challenging period. History brings together both emotions and intellect to provide encouragement and motivation for the upcoming exam.

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#Koe Dake Tenshi(#声だけ天使)

2018Japan
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthDifficult AdulthoodDramaMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

AbemaTV is promoting a drama/romance series that promises to blend themes of love, heartbreak, camaraderie, and the essence of youth. The show will center around the journey of five individuals as they come together to establish a voice acting agency in pursuit of their shared dream. (The Hand That Feeds HQ)

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Shall We That’s(쉘위댓츠)

2020South Korea
IllnessLifeMelodramaYouthDramaMental IllnessMiniseriesShort Length Series

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

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Backlight Lovers(逆光青春)

2013Taiwan
FriendshipLifeRomanceYouthCampus SettingDramaSchool SettingUniversity

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Ke Zhong, along with his friends Zhen Feng and Ming Da, were apprehended by Lin Da for their mischievous pranks on campus. As a consequence, the university mandated that they participate in a charitable cycling trip across Taiwan to assist underprivileged families, which was orchestrated by Lin Da. An Jie, a timid girl who befriended Lin Da after standing up for her against tormentors, was also included in the expedition. They made a pact to reunite in three years upon completing their journey.

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Where the Lost Ones Go(可惜不是你)

2017China
FriendshipLifeMelodramaRomanceYouthArtCollege To Working LifeDifferent TimelinesFirst LoveLovers SeparatedMisunderstandingSecond Chance RomanceStudent Female LeadVisual Arts

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Melodrama, Romance, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Where the Lost Ones Go follows the tale of a young art student's initial romance that blossomed into a lasting and profound love. Ye Zi, specializing in Chinese art painting, crossed paths with Xiang Ze Yi, an oil painting major, while studying in college. Their love was abruptly cut short when Xiang Ze Yi disappeared without a trace, leaving Ye Zi heartbroken. Years later, Ye Zi achieved success as a renowned manga illustrator. When Xiang Ze Yi returned with an explanation for his sudden departure, Ye Zi faced a difficult decision.

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Forever Love(百岁之好,一言为定)

2020China
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeRomanceSmart Female LeadYouthCalm Male LeadCampus SettingComedyDramaFluffyFriends To LoversHealthy Mains’ RelationshipMultiple CouplesSmart Male Lead

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Romance, Smart Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Xia Lin Xi's final year of high school was filled with joy and success, surrounded by supportive friends and promising prospects for the future. Jiang Zheng Han, however, faced challenges during his own senior year but found solace in Lin Xi's friendship. Their bond only grew stronger as they transitioned from high school to university, attending the same school and nurturing their love. Despite life leading them down different paths after graduation, their relationship remained unwavering. Now as working professionals, they realize their love has only deepened over time. Contemplating the future, they wonder if it's time to take their relationship to the next level.

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Unrequited Love(暗恋橘生淮南)

2021China
High School To Working LifeLifeRomanceTime SkipYouthDramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, Time Skip, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Childhood companions Luo Zhi and Sheng Huai Nan were once inseparable, but as they aged, their connection waned

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Wind Direction(迎风的青春)

2024China
FriendshipLifeMelodramaRomanceYouth1990sAdventureComing Of AgeDramaFamilySchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTown Setting

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Cheng Miao Miao, 17, and her brother Cheng Ya Ya, 16, were both born in the primary oil production facility of Linqi Oilfield. Their family has worked in the oilfield for three generations. Their father, Cheng Peng Fei, works as an ear, nose, and throat specialist, while their mother, Jia Dai Yu, is in charge of team logistics. The family relocated from the northwest to the coastal base of Heping Town in the late 1990s. Miao Miao, eager to explore the world beyond, convinced her childhood sweetheart Li Si and best friend Hu Qiu Min to join her on a summer adventure to "welcome Hong Kong back to the motherland," but the plan fell through. Meanwhile, Ya Ya ventured into the back mountains for an archaeological expedition, where he was nearly mistaken for a grave robber. Their mother, Jia Dai Yu, fretted constantly as the siblings navigated the tumultuous waters of high school life. Miao Miao found herself embroiled in a friendship dilemma with Li Si, while Ya Ya encountered Yuan Shan Qing, a new transfer student in his class who happened to be the daughter of a wanted criminal. Ya Ya bravely defended Shan Qing against the hostility from their classmates. Through these challenges, the siblings experienced significant personal growth and maturation.

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Life: Senjou no Bokura(Life 線上の僕ら)

2020Japan
High School To Working LifeLifeRomanceTime SkipYouthAdapted From A MangaCharacter DevelopmentCheerful Male LeadChildish Male LeadDramaFirst LoveGay RomanceLGBTQ+Miniseries

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, Time Skip, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ito, a studious individual, crosses paths with Nishi, a carefree soul, as they both attempt to walk along the white line of the sidewalk. As time passes, Ito comes to realize his affection for Nishi, and after a shared kiss, they agree to journey together side by side. Their bond strengthens throughout high school, withstands the challenges of college, and evolves into adulthood, illustrating the resilience of love amidst life's inevitable transformations.

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Sharp 1(반올림1)

2003South Korea
FriendshipLifeNeighbors' RelationshipRomanceYouthComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Neighbors' Relationship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

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

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Twenty-Five Twenty-One(스물다섯 스물하나)

2022South Korea
FriendshipHigh School To Working LifeLifeMelodramaRomanceCharacter DevelopmentComing Of AgeCompetitionDramaFencingIMF CrisisNice Male LeadNostalgiaReporter Male Lead

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Friendship, High School To Working Life, Life, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the midst of the financial turmoil in South Korea, young fencer Na Hee Do finds herself without a high school team, but she manages to push through challenges and secure a spot on the national team. At the same time, Baek Yi Jin experiences a drastic change in his life when his family's business collapses, leading him from affluence to destitution. Despite facing adversity, he takes on part-time work and eventually transitions into a career as a sports journalist.

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Young Days No Fears(我的青春没在怕)

2020Taiwan
Family RelationshipLifeNeighbors' RelationshipRomanceYouthComedyEx-couple RelationshipFemale Centered PlotMafiaMultiple CouplesOrganized CrimePublishing House SettingTriadWorkplace Setting

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features Family Relationship, Life, Neighbors' Relationship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

The plot centers on a group of six women, five of whom have recently graduated and one who is a young wife. It delves into the challenges they face in the workplace, in life, and in love, all while showcasing their genuine friendship.

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Go, Back Diary(고, 백 다이어리 파일럿)

2018South Korea
High School To Working LifeLifeLove At First SightRomanceYouthDramaHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Dear Mayang Street, this drama also features High School To Working Life, Life, Love At First Sight, Romance, and Youth themes with a 22% similarity match.

A romance that began in 2008. What lies in store for the couple after a decade together? (Playlist Global)