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Densetsu No Okasan

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.

A fantastic comedy showcasing teamwork among dynamic policewomen! Have you ever imagined meeting a woman who is both romantic, fashionable, and dedicated to fighting crime? Picture her taking on societal injustices while still embracing love and friendship. This is the epitome of a modern woman - strong-willed yet compassionate. And of course, a woman as captivating as her is sure to attract equally appealing men. (DramaWiki)

Shiratori Tatsuhiko is employed as a talent scout for Burst, a talent agency located in Kabukicho, which is known as Shinjuku's red-light district. In this competitive industry where financial gain is paramount, Tatsuhiko faces ongoing challenges from other talent scouts and the yakuza.

"Nobu" is a traditional Japanese pub owned by the renowned chef Yazawa Nobuyuki and Senke Shinobu, with ties to the mystical realm of Aiteiria. The ex-emperor, a regular patron of the pub, is advocating for a strategic union between his grandson Konrad and Celestine, the ruling princess of the rival nation of Eulia. On the other hand, Celestine, who reluctantly accepted a political marriage for the benefit of her homeland Oia, was on her way to "Nobu" to sample the famous "kushikatsu" (deep-fried skewers) that her spies had raved about.

In a quaint Taiwanese village, the finding of a mysterious dead body has sparked a significant commotion. Apart from worries about the impact on the upcoming flying fish season, talented locals, under the guidance of Samantha, establish the Mom Agents! In order to save Samantha's spouse, recover the whistle that triggers toxic butterflies, and protect the innocent town from a perilous situation, the group utilizes innovative tactics, setting off on a string of escapades to capture and dismantle a criminal organization. (pavilion.taicca.tw)

A mother finds happiness in preparing tasty meals for her loved ones! Despite this, her defiant son, Takeshi, perceives her as noisy and irritating

Ito Gentaro, a 58-year-old man, resides in Tokyo with his wife Chizuru. Their three daughters have all left home, but their eldest, 28-year-old Yuka, is single and successful at work, despite her tendency for affairs. The second daughter, Rika, 25, is married to a highly educated man in Osaka, but their marriage is on the verge of ending. The youngest daughter, Mika, 22, is also single and living with a man who appears unlikely to become a successful manga artist. Gentaro, their concerned father, decides to introduce a man he approves of to his daughters one night, who happens to be Yuka's ex-boyfriend. The family's reaction to this unexpected visit remains to be seen the next day.

Having endured numerous battles throughout his life, Kongming, the General of the Three Kingdoms, transformed into a skilled strategist. As he lay on his deathbed, his only wish was to be reborn into a peaceful world. Surprisingly, he found himself in modern-day Tokyo, a city known for its vibrant party scene. Will Kongming, known for his strategic prowess, be able to navigate the lively atmosphere and energetic partygoers of Tokyo? (MangaUpdates)

The heartfelt speeches given by Ito Gentaro, the father of the beloved Ito family, deeply resonate with three sisters on a journey to find happiness: Yuka, Rika, and Mika

The series takes place in a rice store located in Kamakura, Kanagawa. It follows the story of Kasugai Ryuhei, a stubborn yet kind-hearted elderly man who manages the traditional rice shop, along with his cheerful daughter-in-law Tae and his eldest son Shinpei. When Shinpei discovers his father's illness, he decides to join the family business to support his father, who has been worn down by his own stubbornness for years. The show highlights how the family comes together in the face of Kasugai's diagnosis.

Tachibana Makoto, the manager of a rice ball cafe, crossed paths with Sanshiro, a secretary at a document destruction company. After just six months, they made the decision to tie the knot. However, tensions arose when Makoto met Sanshiro's family, leading to clashes between her, a dedicated career woman and wife, and her mother-in-law, a traditional homemaker. Their differences in values and pride sparked a conflict between the two women.

Taking place five years after the events of "Saito San," Masako Saitou is now a mother to a fourth-grade son. She relocates to a different town where she encounters new individuals. Masako Saitou encounters various challenges at her son's elementary school, navigating interactions with other parents and teachers.

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.

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

Rika Yamaguchi is employed at a music label. On her birthday, she experiences a terrible incident where her ex-boyfriend deceives her out of her money. Out of nowhere, a mature lady in a leopard print outfit emerges in a puff of white smoke. This woman reveals herself as Rika from two decades ahead. She mourns her premature demise, caused by slipping on a beer bottle in a bar. Traveling back from the future, she aims to make a fresh beginning. Teaming up with her future self, who looks and dresses drastically different, Rika embarks on a tough journey to start afresh.

Troubled teenager Yu, at 17 years old, is the son of a widowed priest engaged in a forbidden romance with a parishioner. Yu is deeply affected by his father's hypocritical religious devotion and takes his own wrongdoing - secretly taking inappropriate photos of schoolgirls - very seriously, to the point where he turns it into a source of income. Yu is reserving his first intimate experience for the perfect girl, whom he believes he has found in Yoko, a rebellious schoolgirl who has a strong dislike for men and enjoys getting physical with them. Despite his strong feelings for Yoko, winning her affections proves to be a challenging task, especially with the interference of a zealous cult recruiter named Aya who also has her sights set on Yoko.

Imagine a scenario where Jesus and Buddha are present on Earth in contemporary times. Picture them sharing a flat in Japan. "Saint Oniisan" is a light-hearted series that explores the everyday experiences of Jesus Christ and Gautama Buddha as they live together as roommates in a Tokyo apartment during their vacation on Earth. The show features humor centered around Christianity, Buddhism, and related topics, as well as the duo's efforts to conceal their true identities and adapt to modern Japanese society. (TMDb) Based on the manga "Saint Onii-san" by Nakamura Hikaru.

Based on the manga "Saint Onii-san" by Nakamura Hikaru.

Despite facing numerous challenges, Yagami Kazuhiko unexpectedly rises to the position of section chief at "Matsushiba Electric", an appliance company. Join in the laughter as his ambitious endeavors lead to comical chaos for those around him. This entertaining story is adapted from the humorous manga created by Nonaka Eiji, known for his work on "Cromartie High School".

Derived from the manga "Saint Onii-san" created by Nakamura Hikaru.

Oda Nobunaga lost his memory of his true self after being reborn in different imaginative realms in later eras. Ranmaru Mori, with faint recollections of his original identity, resolved to defeat his adversary, Mitsuhide Akechi, in order to return Nobunaga to his former glory. Despite their efforts, Nobunaga was repeatedly bested by Mitsuhide and subsequently reborn into new worlds each time. (TMDb)

The comedy "Himawari" follows Akiko, a young woman employed at the same company as her father, Kenichi No.1, as she pursues her dream of becoming a manga artist. Akiko's romantic interest is Kenichi No.2. (NHK, UMK TV)

Inaba Tokichi, a regular office worker, finds himself unintentionally implicated in the demise of a renowned assassin

Television series from the year 2000.

Four different editions were launched: 76 episodes / 62 episodes (Full version) 60 episodes / 56 episodes (Internet version)

In every episode, a small office employee transforms into a new insect or creature.

Jia Jia and Jing Jing come from a family with special powers. They have dedicated themselves to finding their younger sister, Liang Liang, who was adopted by the Zhu family. However, they discover that despite the outward appearance of love and care, the Zhu family is facing internal struggles. In gratitude for the family's kindness, the sisters use their magical abilities to heal the family and reunite them.

Hajime is employed in the technology department of a newspaper firm, where he has been working for seven years. Despite his tenure, he tends to neglect his responsibilities in favor of working on manga. Yutaka, his coworker, professes to prioritize life over work, though Hajime notices a lack of contentment in him. Observing Yutaka, Hajime begins to question whether his current lifestyle is fulfilling or if he should strive to excel in his job.

Chor Chi (Ron Ng) and his father, Chor Fan (Sunny Chan), support each other financially. Chi lands a job as a public relations officer at a tobacco company after graduating from university. He excels in his role and quickly climbs the corporate ladder, joining a group of young professionals. Chi relies on the tobacco industry for success, but Fan disapproves, feeling that his son is endorsing harmful behavior. Chi moves out to avoid conflict with his father, who later develops Alzheimer's disease. Chi returns home to care for Fan, who struggles with old-fashioned ways that amuse and annoy Chi. Chi encounters Cheng Kwan-min (Lo Chun Shun), a wealthy businessman, who offers him a lucrative job opportunity. However, a freak accident sends Chi back in time to the 1960s. In this unfamiliar era, Chi is taken in by a young Fan after being accidentally injured. He clashes with Ching Lan-fun (Shirley Yeung), the landlady's daughter, and realizes that his modern education is of little use in this new setting. With Fan's assistance, Chi secures a job at a department store and discovers that Cheng Kwan-min is the manager. As Chi learns to navigate this new world, Fan uncovers his son's true identity and allows Chi to take control of his love life. Touched by his father's sacrifice, Chi decides to change his ways and distance himself from the wealthy businessman. However, Cheng Kwan-min's sinister plans to acquire the landlady's property and evict the tenants prompt Chi to intervene. Despite his efforts to rectify the situation, Chi inadvertently returns to 2008...

Ada Choi, known as Leung Hau-Chi, is a typical professional woman in her 30s - particular, conceited, and easily annoyed by young and beautiful women. Yearning for love and excitement in her life, Chi feels unhappy and hopeless until she suddenly becomes a superwoman with extraordinary charm and strength. Utilizing her newfound powers, Chi fights for justice, aids the vulnerable, and embarks on incredible adventures. Along the way, she encounters three compassionate men: Kenny Wong as Yeung Ho-Yin, a courageous yet traditional cop; Raymond Cho as Tsu Wing-Fai, a friendly self-made entrepreneur; and Moses Chan as Kan Ming-Hin, a brilliant cosmetic surgeon. To complicate matters, Hin finds himself enamored with both Chi and her superwoman persona. Despite her superhuman abilities, Chi struggles to navigate the realm of true love.

Kyoko Koyanagi, who took over as manager of the late predecessor's apartment complex "Yanagisou," faced pressure from the tenants to fulfill the predecessor's vision of digitizing the building.

The art of noodle making has been passed down to the current generation with Man Shui, Man Ni, and Man Sai learning from their father and opening their own noodle shops. The competition between the three shops on the same street has escalated, causing tension among their wives - Lung Kau, Fok Siu Yuk, and Kam Chi. Madam Man Ji ChinHung, the mother of the siblings, has refrained from getting involved in the rivalry as she faces a dilemma. Just before Chinese New Year's Eve, Chin Hung has a dream of her late husband advising her to restore order among her sons. She decides to use the legend of the Golden Bowl, a gift from the Emperor, to bring her sons together by having them stay at their old home from the first to the seventh of January. Through observing their behavior and participation in traditional Chinese New Year activities, she aims to unite the three families.

The show is a comedic portrayal of the inner workings of politics, focusing on a fictional secretary of the House of Representatives. The characters' names are largely inspired by real-life politicians and political parties.

Every parent dreams of their children growing up and becoming independent, no longer relying on them for support. This was also the case for retired professor Tameyama Kazuo, who had five daughters, both married and single, who were all strong-willed and independent. Despite expectations, Kazuo actually wanted to bring his entire family back together under one roof. Despite his daughters' objections, Kazuo used his retirement savings and money from a cancelled insurance policy to search for the perfect home in a prime location in Tokyo, close to a good school for his grandchildren and with easy access to transportation. Against all odds, he found a beautiful home and moved in with all nine family members. However, as they settled in, they discovered that the house had some costly surprises of its own.

Atsushi Yajima, a father of three children and a husband, should be heading home after work to assist with household chores and bond with his kids. However, he chooses to socialize with friends and engage in flirtatious behavior with other women instead. Everything changes when Atsushi's wife unexpectedly passes away, leaving him to take on the role of a single parent. Now faced with all the responsibilities that come with parenting alone, the question remains: will Atsushi rise to the challenge or will he seek to pass on these duties to someone else?

This collection of attractive, vibrant, and energetic young women enthusiastically pursue dance and adventure with a strong and irresistible determination. While they may appear to be just a dance troupe at the Dollhouse club, they actually operate as a covert investigative team. Led by Reiko Kanzaki, they entertain the club's patrons while also fighting against wrongdoing. Their initial task involves facing off against a group of armed criminals who are in the midst of robbing a bank, led by Mika Ayanokoji. Through the exceptional teamwork of the Dolls, the criminals are apprehended, although Mika manages to escape due to a police error. However, Reiko approaches Mika with a proposition. Dollhouse is a straightforward yet captivating drama that captivates viewers with its passion. It's time for the show to begin!

Haruka, a 22-year-old recent college graduate, is on the hunt for a job. She unexpectedly lands a position as a manager at a talent agency, where she is required to pose as a 17-year-old client. Despite her initial confusion, Haruka starts to uncover hidden talents within herself and sets her sights on becoming a true idol. This is a story of self-discovery and growth with the help of the special individuals around her. --TV Asahi

Based on the manga created by Katsu Aki.

Based on the manga created by Katsu Aki.

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.

The narrative follows the daily routine of Hana, a 30-year-old newlywed, as she prepares simple and quick meals known as Zubora Meshi while her spouse is working in a different location. Zubora Meshi is a type of convenient and straightforward dish typically enjoyed by individuals cooking just for themselves.

Following the passing of his father-in-law, Akiyoshi Hiromasa is urged by his wife and mother-in-law to take over his father-in-law's role and run for mayor. Hiromasa accepts the challenge and successfully wins the mayoral election. Despite being a new mayor, he initiates various reforms while also dealing with personal family issues. Throughout this journey, Hiromasa discovers his authentic self.

A man, his wife, and his sister-in-law reside together in the same household. Due to returning home late and feeling exhausted, they have decided to start preparing their own meals every day to cut costs. However, they are unsure about what kind of nutritious meals they can prepare at such a late hour.

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.

Maron, a clever but somewhat clumsy 10-year-old girl, finds herself unexpectedly drawn into a fierce battle among magical girls during a stormy day. Her father transforms into a monster while her mother takes on the role of a magical girl. The outcome for Maron remains uncertain amidst this turmoil.

Suzuki Kanna is a determined and ambitious woman who works in the fashion industry with the goal of creating clothing that enhances women's beauty. However, her life takes a turn when she discovers her husband Rei is having an affair. Facing challenges at work and home, including a demanding boss, a husband who relies on his mother, and unexpected visits from her mother-in-law, Kanna is also raising her 4-year-old son, Reon. Despite feeling overwhelmed, Kanna remains resilient and determined to overcome obstacles in pursuit of her dream and happiness for herself and her son.

Shishido Joichiro, a 19-year-old individual known for his straightforward nature, has lost 26 temporary positions due to his honesty. One evening, he encounters a team of robust security guards from a private firm called "Tokyo Fist" who patrol the streets at night, leading to a significant transformation in his life.

The Osawagi family resides in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, a location in close proximity to Tokyo. Daitetsu, the head of the household, shares a home with his wife Junko, their four children, and his father Kintetsu. They are an eccentric and lively group, turning even the most mundane situations - like dining out or a child falling ill - into chaotic events beyond belief once they are in the mix.