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Kishikawa Naoko, a 31-year-old unmarried woman, is employed at a retail establishment

Toji manages the food section in a medium-sized department store and faces challenges with a difficult boss. However, his luck changes when he meets a charming elevator operator named Nao. Just as Toji begins to find happiness at work, his ex-girlfriend Makoto reappears as an account manager from an advertising agency. Despite Toji's surprise, Makoto acts as if they have never met before. With a demanding job and tension between Nao and Makoto, Toji finds himself in a difficult situation.

NHK's commemorative drama series for its 50th anniversary features multiple short stories showcasing popular Japanese actors and actresses. The narrative follows a ball as it travels from the river's origin to the ocean, revealing six love stories set in different seasons throughout the year.

Derived from the 2006 movie Sugar & Spice, this spin-off series consists of four unique narratives. In the first case, Minami, a student at the same university as Yutaka, harbors a secret admiration for him despite his relationship status. As circumstances change, Minami and Yutaka grow closer. The second case follows Madoka and her partner Satoshi as they navigate a long-distance relationship when he is relocated to Sendai for work. The third case revolves around Mika, who, after experiencing betrayal, loses faith in love until a colleague named Yuta challenges her beliefs. Lastly, the fourth case introduces Takuma, responsible for managing fanmail for the popular radio show School of Lock, who falls head over heels for Asuka, a waitress he encounters at a cafe. Wiki/d-addicts

According to the novel Paradise Thirty written by the author Nonami Asa.

Rika Ikeda, aged 34, engages in a relationship with Sota Kashiwagi, aged 54. Sota, who is married to Mitsuko and has a daughter, is also the director at the company where Rika works. Despite Rika's deep affection for Sota, he ultimately deceives and ends the relationship. Rika encounters Keiichi Ochiai through a blind date, who happens to be a close friend and almost like a younger brother to Sota Kashiwagi. Subsequently, Rika decides to seek revenge.

"PIANISSIMO" embodies the theme "Come & Goes in Silence," weaving through various love stories. This drama consists of 8 episodes, including Black City, Never Ending Love, Happy Fiction, Love is You, Grape Prince, Moebis, Magic Hour, and Meet, featuring renowned Hallyu stars and celebrated directors known for their contributions to melodrama. The cast includes members from SS501—Kim Kyu Jong, Kim Hyung Jun, Park JungMin—as well as singer Moon Hee Jun, Son Ho Young, Nam Gyu Ri, Tei, Bae Seul Ki, Seo Ji Young, former Baby V.OX member Shim Eun Jin, Kim EZ, Kong Hyun Joo, Hong Jong Oh, Park Ki Ung, Lee Tae Sung, Hong Soo Hyun, Won Jun Choi, among others, totaling over 30 Korean celebrities. With many musicians making their acting debuts in this series, viewers can expect a unique experience while watching. This drama was also released on DVD.

In Ogikubo, Hachimanyama, Chitose Funabashi, Futako Tamagawa, Kaminoge, and Denen Choufu, Loop line 8 passes through these six towns. Despite the close proximity, passengers must transfer trains and take a longer route. In each of these towns, there are women who struggle with unfulfilled love, such as one-sided crushes, domestic abuse, and extramarital affairs. Similar to neighbors taking a detour, their relationships are loosely intertwined. Due to the complex nature of their connections, they only scratch the surface when interacting with each other, leading them to question their personal struggles. Despite their worries and comparisons, they strive to move forward.

Woo Hyun is a South Korean man, while Haruka is a Japanese woman

Ten episodes featuring a consistent cast, each presenting a unique storyline centered around various types of love relationships such as heterosexual, familial, LGBTQ+, and platonic.

Mizushima Hiro takes on the roles of a stylist, a surfer, and a hairdresser in three separate 15-minute segments, all centered around themes of love

Following the death of her mother at a young age, Sugihara Oto was raised by adoptive parents in the countryside of Hokkaido. Despite giving up on her dreams, she maintains a cheerful and courageous attitude. However, she faces a dilemma when her adoptive parents pressure her into marrying a wealthy man who is 20 years older in order to alleviate the family's financial struggles. Meanwhile, Soda Ren, who lost his parents early on, was raised by his grandfather in Fukushima's rural surroundings. When his grandfather falls victim to a scam, Ren heads to Tokyo to earn money to save their farmland. Although he dreams of reuniting with his grandfather, the harsh reality sets in. By chance, Oto also travels to Tokyo, leading to a tale of love and personal growth among six young individuals from rural backgrounds who find themselves in the bustling city.

The narrative takes place inside four vehicles trapped in a congested traffic jam.

In every populated area, there exists a community. Districts are interconnected by trains, with stations serving as meeting points for people and opportunities for love to blossom. This series consists of 10 episodes showcasing various love stories - romantic, familial, friendly, and hometown love - all centered around different train stations along the Osaka Loop line. (jdramas.wordpress)

Ayaka Miyata is employed at a company that produces stationery and is set to marry her coworker, Yuichi Hiyama. Despite this, she is hesitant to share the news with her mother, Harumi. Ayaka and Harumi have been estranged since a major disagreement they had when Ayaka was 20 years old. Harumi has always kept the identity of Ayaka's father a secret since she was a child. One day, Yuichi urges Ayaka to inform her mother, which leads to Harumi visiting the company the following day to evaluate whether Yuichi is a suitable partner. During the meeting, Yuichi and Harumi hit it off and she agrees to attend the wedding dress fitting. Unfortunately, on the day of the fitting, Harumi is rushed to the hospital after suffering from a sudden brain hemorrhage. Despite three months passing, she remains unconscious. Meanwhile, Ayaka discovers her mother's living will from a nurse, revealing that she had been exchanging diaries with her high school classmates. Using the diary as a guide, Ayaka travels to Kaga City in Ishikawa Prefecture, her mother's hometown. The revelations in the diary, filled with both lies and harsh truths, ultimately lead Ayaka to find true happiness.

It is a tale about two friends who develop romantic feelings for each other yet choose to remain just friends.

"All Love in the World" offers a contemporary and humorous portrayal of the romantic lives of different young couples today. This web drama consists of three seasons, with each season concentrating on a specific couple and their unique challenges. Season 3 explores the advantages and disadvantages of a long-distance relationship between a woman residing in Seoul and a man living in Busan.

Ru Wei and You Yan share a simple bond, confronting obstacles but remaining resolute in savoring life, even if it requires subsisting on instant noodles

A story focusing on the impact of text messaging on the romantic relationships of young adults. The plot follows Han Seung Ho, a Korean exchange student living with his friend, Miu. Struggling with his limited Japanese language skills, Han Seung Ho asks Miu to assist him in composing messages to his first love. As they collaborate on the texts, a romantic relationship blossoms between them.

Ichikawa portrays Azusa, the sole offspring of the proprietor of a small female wrestling company. Following her father's passing due to illness, she is forced to assume control of the struggling business, which is teetering on the brink of closure. Adding to her troubles, their referee mysteriously vanishes on the day of a scheduled event, leaving only a resignation note behind. In a moment of desperation, Azusa encounters a young man from Korea. She manages to convince him to step in as a referee for that particular day, unaware that he is a well-known celebrity in Korea.

The series follows the lives of individuals who have fallen out of love. Matsuo Ryo is employed at a landscaping company and holds a negative view of women. During a visit to a client's office, he encounters Satogawa Akane, a secretary to a CEO who is highly regarded by male colleagues for her beauty and intelligence. However, Akane, disillusioned by a past relationship, is not interested in pursuing romantic relationships and only engages in sexual encounters with married men. A new colleague named Kinosaki Haruto shows interest in Akane. Meanwhile, Ryo is approached by his boss with a proposal to marry his daughter Tanno Ayaka and eventually take over the company, but Ryo sees Ayaka as a sister figure and feels embarrassed by the suggestion. Ayaka, who works at a construction site by day and a girl's bar by night, struggles with her own sexual identity. One night at the girl's bar, she is approached by a female customer named Kuroda Azusa.

This narrative follows the life of a young man in Tokyo spanning two decades. Shota enrolled in a prestigious private university in the city. Upon discovering his girlfriend's infidelity with wealthy older men, he concluded that women prioritize money above all else. Determined to elevate his social standing in Tokyo, Shota secured a position at a prominent trading company after graduation. Despite enjoying a life filled with wealth and romance, his values began to shift as he competed for success alongside his colleague Kojima and navigated his relationship with Minami, who sought a partner earning at least 30 million annually. It wasn't until Shota reconnected with his former classmate Kazuma, now a CEO of a startup company, and his employee Ruriko, that he started to discover a fresh sense of purpose in his life.

The narrative follows Jung Ah Yoon as she navigates the challenges of a long-distance relationship, which she sustains through online gaming.

The show follows the stories of two women - one practicing traditional Chinese medicine in Taipei and the other a Taiwanese-American programmer in San Francisco - who decide to exchange homes and embark on cultural journeys in each other's cities. (Netflix)

The narrative focuses on two girls along with their boyfriends. They must contend with witnessing their girlfriends' anger in various scenarios.

In this eccentric, surreal online series, a man and his fictitious companion explore his profound reflections during showers about existence, romance, and washing methods. (AsianCrush)

In this theatrical production, three distressed women come across an enigmatic and charming man during their journeys to Bangkok, Taipei, and Ho Chi Minh City

In 1999, a trading company based in Tokyo is excited as Japan's Shinkansen secures priority negotiating rights for the Taiwan High-Speed Rail project. Tada Haruka, who has been with the company for 4 years, is chosen to go to Taiwan for work. Back when she was a university student, she had visited Taiwan for the first time during the summer and had a chance encounter with a young Taiwanese man named Eric, who showed her around for a day. After losing touch with him, she buried her memories of him deep within her mind. Fast forward 6 years later, Tada Haruka finds herself back in Taiwan.

Miyuu lost faith in men after her father cheated with another woman. Nevertheless, she found herself falling in love with someone despite her lingering distrust.

Emi works as a lighting technician at a company that specializes in lighting. Due to her predominantly male colleagues, she has adopted a more tomboyish behavior. Emi is not interested in typical girly things like fashion and has a cynical view on love. Despite this, she harbors feelings for her ex-boyfriend, who is also her coworker. Mako is a diligent office worker who is somewhat clumsy and hesitant to pursue romantic relationships. She had never been intimate with anyone until she developed feelings for a colleague. Saki is a stunning and confident young woman with aspirations of becoming a journalist. However, she ends up working as a hostess in a bar to support her family. Saki fabricates stories about working at a prestigious publishing company to her family. She becomes romantically involved with a married man who is kind and supportive.

Tsukasa is a devoted husband to his wife Sayaka, showcasing a strong appearance, notable educational background, and a lucrative salary. However, he harbors a hidden truth from his wife - his incompetence at work. Struggling with constant errors and doubts about his abilities, Tsukasa faces a dilemma when he discovers Sayaka is expecting a child, making it difficult for him to leave his job.

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)

Toko Ikuta was brought up by her uncle in Morioka city

Inoue Momoko looks up to her deceased father, a pilot, and starts her career as a co-pilot at a budget airline. With guidance from Captain Shinkai Kohei, who was acquainted with her father, Inoue Momoko strives to advance to the position of captain, with the encouragement of her boyfriend Umino Daisuke. During a flight, Inoue Momoko encounters a passenger dispute regarding carry-on baggage restrictions, and Katsuki Tetsuya observes the situation.

Nakayama Aya, a 32-year-old homemaker, has been joyfully married for two years. Despite appearing to be a picture-perfect couple to outsiders, Aya becomes suspicious when she discovers a cryptic message from an unknown woman on her husband's phone. This discovery, coupled with the lack of intimacy in their relationship for the past two months, prompts Aya to embark on a quest for further proof of a potential affair.

If I were to confess my feelings for you, would it jeopardize our friendship? Unrequited love involves making difficult decisions. I harbor feelings for you in secret, but the label of "friend" creates an obstacle between us. I yearn to break down this barrier, yet find myself unable to do so. Within this restaurant, we witness the struggles of a manager pursuing his dreams and regular customers who have lost theirs. Why is it that concepts like love and aspirations, which sound so pleasant, can also bring about pain? This short drama series unfolds in a unique café, each episode portraying a step towards maturity and personal growth.

After being dumped by her boyfriend of many years, a woman starts to see herself as undesirable in the realm of love. However, her perspective changes when she meets a man who teaches her the worth of things that have been previously owned.

Cha Mu Sik operates a casino bar but is forced to escape to the Philippines after facing pressure from the National Tax Service. In the Philippines, he establishes a successful casino business and works on gaining support from political and business figures. However, his plans are derailed when he is accused of being involved in Min Seok Joon's death and is pursued by Oh Seung Hoon from the Korean Desk. The story unfolds with themes of betrayal and the pursuit of power and money. Who will emerge victorious in the end? Co-production with the U.S.A.

Cha Moo Sik was arrested and sent back to South Korea after being suspected of committing a major theft worth ten billion dollars and being involved in two murders. A year later, he comes back to the Philippines seeking revenge against those who falsely implicated him. Determined to uncover the truth behind the deaths of Philip, So Jung, and Chairman Min, he takes a risky gamble with his life. (Maeil Business Newspaper, edited by Krystale Mitaesa) Co-production with the U.S.A.

Hyunhaetan Marriage War is a collaborative film produced by both South Korea and Japan. Dae Cheon and Takako are a couple who decide to tie the knot. However, Dae Cheon's father, a captain of a fishing vessel, harbors a strong dislike for Japanese people, while Takako's father holds negative views about Koreans. To navigate this, Dae Cheon teaches Takako to speak with a thick, rustic Korean accent and instructs her to limit her conversation with his father to just four words. He then presents her to his father using the name "Choi Do Ja," a traditional Korean female name. Believing Takako to be Korean, his father gives his blessing for their marriage. However, when Dae Cheon's father discovers that Takako is actually Japanese, he becomes enraged... (HanCinema)

The narrative revolves around the romance shared between Yoo Sung Jae, a talented musician from South Korea, and Misaki, a woman from Japan. After grappling with guilt related to her boyfriend's demise, Misaki moves to Korea where she encounters Seong Jae, who aids her in healing from the painful memories of her past through love. (DramaWiki)

The series effectively narrates the journey of a girl named Hyo Rin, who is perpetually troubled by matters of the heart

The inaugural LINE drama targeted at Thai viewers is available for streaming on the LINE TV app. Filmed in early winter on Jeju Island, the primary romantic narrative unfolds amidst stunning landscapes. One Sunny Day tells the tale of a man who travels to Jeju Island and encounters someone new.

Hashimoto Tomoko, aged 42, leads a mundane life as a typical homemaker. One fateful day, she crosses paths with Sugawara Yuichi, a part-time worker 15 years her junior. Yuichi is in a relationship with Suzuki Satomi, who lives with him, while Tomoko is married to Koji. Despite being fully aware of their respective partners, Tomoko and Yuichi engage in frequent encounters in a narrow street near the Chuo train line without any clear intentions, ultimately leading to a physical relationship. These rendezvous serve as a temporary escape from the relentless monotony of their lives, filling the emotional void within them. However, an unforeseen event begins to shake Tomoko and Yuichi, unraveling an incredibly harsh reality that lies ahead for them.

The tale commences with a lost engagement ring in the MRT train. Yi Zhi had intended to propose to Lisa on that special day, but unfortunately, the ring slipped from his grasp. As they set out to find the ring, they both began to reflect on the true meaning of love. Meanwhile, the ring embarked on its own journey through the city, passing through different stations and becoming entangled in various love stories. Much like the concept of love itself, this ring flowed continuously through the bustling city.

The plot revolves around Lei Lei and Ye Qing, who initially have a rocky start due to rumors spread by the villagers about Ye Qing's character. However, they bond over their mutual admiration for Teresa Teng's music and eventually form a strong friendship. As they support each other during China's changing times, their bond deepens into a romantic relationship. The title of the drama is inspired by Teresa Teng's iconic song.