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Ghost Friends(ゴーストフレンズ)

2009Japan
Car AccidentComedyDeathFriendshipGhost Male LeadGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadHigh SchoolHorrorNice Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadSupernaturalSuspense

A humorous tale follows a young girl who encounters strange occurrences when she starts communicating with spirits. Asuka gains her supernatural powers unexpectedly following a car crash. As she works to fulfill the wishes of ghosts, she finds herself falling for a mysterious individual named Kaito, who is revealed to be a ghost in human form. (Credit: NHK)

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Recommendation: Mystic Whispers similar to Ghost Friends
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Mystic Whispers()

2014China
ComedyGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseAffectionate Mains' RelationshipGhostInvestigationMystery

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 33% similarity match.

One year ago, Mo Xiao Yun lost the hearing in her left ear due to an accident, which also led to her experiencing unusual sounds. She suspects that these sounds may be coming from a different realm, but she chooses to pretend not to notice in the hopes that it will go away. However, on her first day at a new job, she encounters a ghost who turns out to be her coworker, Ken. In an attempt to rid Xiao Yun of the ghost, her colleagues enlist the help of a specialist in exorcism and mortuary practices, Zhang Ji En. Despite Ji En's efforts, the ghost continues to haunt Xiao Yun.

Recommendation: Dead Stock similar to Ghost Friends
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Dead Stock(デッドストック~未知への挑戦~)

2017Japan
ComedyDeathHorrorSupernaturalSuspenseGhost

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Death, Horror, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 33% similarity match.

Riku Tsuneta is a new assistant director at a television network. He is tasked with organizing various program materials at the unconfirmed material center, which were discovered during the station's relocation. Collaborating with Director Saori Nikaido and Producer Satoru Sayama, Riku initially feels disheartened by his assignment but diligently works on arranging VTR tapes. One day, he stumbles upon footage depicting a paranormal event.

Recommendation: Living With a Ghost similar to Ghost Friends
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Living With a Ghost(귀신과 산다)

2020South Korea
ComedyHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseWeb Series

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 33% similarity match.

"Coexisting with a Phantom": A young man and woman, now ghosts as a consequence of their past errors, embark on a captivating quest in hopes of being reincarnated after fulfilling the necessary conditions. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Hearts and Hari similar to Ghost Friends
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Hearts and Hari(연애공식 구하리)

2020South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseBarista Female LeadCafé SettingGhostShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 32% similarity match.

"Hearts and Hari" will focus on a group of teenagers and present a mix of budding romances intertwined with a touch of horror set in a coffee shop called Redsome. Among the teenagers is the diligent barista Hari, who recently took up the job to save money for a present for Gang Rim. However, the couples that frequent the coffee shop are quite eclectic! (k-luv.perenzo.com; Tooniverse)

Recommendation: MuTeLuv: Diva Deva Mata similar to Ghost Friends
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MuTeLuv: Diva Deva Mata(MuTeLuv ตอน เจ้าแม่ตัวแม่)

2025Thailand
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadSupernaturalLGBTQ+SuperstitionTransgender Main Lead

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Romance, Student Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 29% similarity match.

"Air Dolls" features Nevia, Ingky, Fews, and Katrina, a dynamic squad of high school influencer queens. Despite their efforts, their channel's follower count remains stagnant, prompting them to seek assistance from Goddess Dalop, renowned for her ability to boost influencers' popularity. Initially, her help seems effective. However, when their ritual goes awry and Kat becomes possessed by the goddess, Nivea, Inky, and Fuse must devise a plan to exorcise the spirit from her. With each attempt, more chaos ensues.

Recommendation: My Chilling Roommate similar to Ghost Friends
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My Chilling Roommate(오싹한 동거)

2022South Korea
ComedyGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseCheerful Female LeadCohabitationMiniseriesRighteous Male LeadSelfish Male LeadShort Length SeriesWarm Female Lead

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 29% similarity match.

When Jung Se Ri was a young child, she had a surprising realization that ghosts exist and she is the only one who can see them. She possesses the unique ability to communicate with spirits and understand the reasons behind their appearances and hauntings. Keeping her special talent a secret, she now works part-time at a coffee shop as an adult. However, her encounter with a peculiar ghost named Song Ji Chan changes everything. Song Ji Chan, the deceased heir to a wealthy business group, lost his memories in an accident and remains confused about his situation. Jung Se Ri helps him uncover the truth about his past, despite getting involved in the business group's affairs. As their bond grows, the question arises - can this ghostly companion develop feelings for the only person who can see him?

Recommendation: The Pawnshop No. 8 similar to Ghost Friends
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The Pawnshop No. 8(第8號當舖)

2003Taiwan
HorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspense

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 29% similarity match.

According to the tale, if you manage to find Pawnshop No. 8, it will grant any wish you desire in exchange for a price. This price can be paid with valuable items like jewelry or property deeds, as well as intangible things such as your limbs, love, sanity, your child's future, or the most precious offering to the pawnshop, your soul. The TV drama "The Pawnshop No. 8" consists of 3 seasons, but it is only aired in Taiwan and not available on DVD. The DVD version released outside Taiwan includes the full first season and parts of the second and third seasons under the title "The Pawnshop No. 8 Epilogue."

Recommendation: Otomen similar to Ghost Friends
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Otomen(オトメン)

2009Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolNice Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaFamily PressureHidden PersonalityKendoNice Male LeadSecret CrushStudent Male LeadYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Nice Female Lead, Romance, Student Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Masamune Asuka, a well-liked high school student who excels in kendo. Despite his tough image, he has a hidden love for sweets and romantic manga, as well as talent in sewing and cooking. His feelings are put at risk when he develops a crush on new student Miyakozuka Ryo, potentially revealing his secret. This story is inspired by the manga series "Otomen" by Aya Kanno.

Recommendation: Aono-kun ni Sawaritai kara Shinitai similar to Ghost Friends
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Aono-kun ni Sawaritai kara Shinitai(青野くんに触りたいから死にたい)

2022Japan
Car AccidentHigh SchoolHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseAirhead Female LeadAttempted SuicideAwkward Female LeadDifficult ChildhoodDramaSchool SettingSlice Of LifeSupernatural Being

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Car Accident, High School, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kariya Yuri is portrayed as a naive individual who quickly falls in love with Aono Ryuhei upon their initial encounter. Yuri is ecstatic when Aono agrees to date her, leading to a seemingly flawless relationship with her ideal partner. Tragically, their happiness is short-lived as Aono passes away in a tragic accident just two weeks into their relationship. However, can something as final as death truly separate these two lovers? (MyAnimeList) Based on a manga titled by Shiina Umi.

Recommendation: Who Are You similar to Ghost Friends
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Who Are You(후아유 )

2013South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseAmnesiaEmotionally Strong Female LeadGhostInvestigationLove TriangleMurderMysteryOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Yang Shi On, a woman who gains the ability to perceive spirits after emerging from a six-year coma, and Cha Gun Woo, a man who holds a firm belief in tangible proof. As the two detectives collaborate to assist spirits bound to items at a lost-and-found facility in finding peace, they gradually come to understand one another. This drama will explore a romantic triangle involving both spirits and humans. Si On's deceased boyfriend, Lee Hyung Joon, will manifest as a spirit, enhancing the supernatural love story involving Si On and Gun Woo. Hyung Joon was a distinguished member of the police force but met with a tragic fate due to an accident.

Recommendation: The Tipsy Mystery similar to Ghost Friends
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The Tipsy Mystery(ฆาตกรรมจำไม่ได้)

2025Thailand
ComedyDeathGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalChildhood Friends RelationshipGhostInvestigationMedium Female LeadMurderMysteryPolice Officer Male LeadSupernatural Being

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Death, Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Phing, a well-known spirit medium who unexpectedly finds herself at a raucous gathering known as Paradise Seven, a trendy venue attracting a crowd of attractive young individuals, including four infamous playboys: Pi, Ter, Jock, and Dung. Among the attendees is Bam, a breathtaking and captivating woman who ignites the party atmosphere. As everyone indulges in excessive drinking and carefree revelry, the night descends into turmoil. When dawn breaks, the attendees are met with a horrifying revelation: Bam's lifeless body. Phing, who witnesses this grim scenario, seeks to reach out to Bam's spirit to identify her murderer. Sadly, despite making contact, Bam had consumed so much alcohol during the fateful night that even her ghost is unable to recall the events. The situation becomes even more convoluted when Lieutenant Dan, an ardent police officer, takes it upon himself to personally delve into the investigation. With the circumstances becoming increasingly intricate, the pressing question remains: will Phing be able to assist Bam's spirit in uncovering the truth?

Recommendation: You at 7:45 similar to Ghost Friends
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You at 7:45(7時45分の君)

2020Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolNice Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadMiniseriesSchool SettingTeenager Female LeadUnrequited LoveYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

Aya and Kumi, two high school students, take the bus to school. Aya has a crush on a boy who consistently misses the bus. Kumi, sensing Aya's emotions, decides to take control of the bus and gives Aya a strict 5-minute window to confess her feelings.

Recommendation: Sharp Season 2 similar to Ghost Friends
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Sharp Season 2(반올림 2)

2005South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadLifeRivalrySchool SettingTeenager Female LeadYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

The story revolves around a high school girl and her experiences. She attends classes, socializes with her peers, forges new friendships, and navigates lessons on trust and competition. Along the way, she uncovers unique passions, particularly a fondness for musicians and performers, while also appreciating the common interests she shares with her family and friends.

Recommendation: Secret Campus similar to Ghost Friends
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Secret Campus( 비밀의 교정)

2006South Korea
Car AccidentDeathFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceDramaInvestigationMysterySchool SettingYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Car Accident, Death, Friendship, High School, and Romance themes with a 26% similarity match.

Seung Jae was a high school student whose life was abruptly cut short in a traffic accident. At the time of his passing, he was in a relationship with Su Ah, another student at the school. A year later, Su Ah begins to receive emails that unveil hidden truths about Seung Jae. It is revealed that he had been unfaithful to Su Ah, as he was also involved with Eun Ho, the sister of his friend Du Hyeon. Furthermore, Dong Cheol, a classmate aspiring to be a football player, stopped participating in his extracurricular activities following Seung Jae's death and has since ceased attending school. As Su Ah reads the emails, more of her own secrets gradually come to light.

Recommendation: Live Your Life similar to Ghost Friends
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Live Your Life(好好生活)

2021China
Car AccidentComedyDeathFriendshipRomanceBusiness IndustryDifficult AdulthoodDramaHardworking Female LeadMultiple CouplesSismance

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Car Accident, Comedy, Death, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Wu You and He Xi Ya have engaged in a battle of wits and wills, only to find themselves in a constant state of disagreement. Wu You soon learns that He Xi Ya was the one who saved her life during a car accident. Su Fei, a popular blogger known for her advice on handling emotional issues, actually lacks real-life romantic experience. Despite this, she finds comfort in a reliable companion during times of doubt. Lu Man has sworn off marriage, believing it brings nothing but trouble. However, she finds herself drawn to Lin Qing. Qian Jia Yi, a successful businesswoman, shocked everyone by getting married suddenly. However, the marriage ended due to conflicting values. When she meets a man similar to her in strength and capability, what will come of their relationship? As the four women navigate their careers and love lives, they learn that living well is the key to happiness.

Recommendation: Swipe Tap Love similar to Ghost Friends
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Swipe Tap Love(愛我請留言)

2014Hong Kong
Car AccidentComedyDeathRomanceDeath Of A FatherReporter Female Lead

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Car Accident, Comedy, Death, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

TV reporter Yu Cho Kin, who recently experienced a personal tragedy with the loss of her father, finds herself reflecting on her own grief while covering a fire. On the same day, she meets glass artist Lok Tin Sung, who is mourning the loss of his sister in the same fire. They spend the night together, walking the streets in silence. Wanting to avoid future regrets, Cho Kin leaves a voice message for her suitor Cheung Yat Hei using Tin Sung's phone, expressing that she misses him. Cho Kin later transitions to a marketing manager role in the chocolate business, where she realizes that her relationship with Yat Hei has grown distant over the years. Their suspicions and jealousy eventually lead to a breakup. As fate would have it, Cho Kin's mother becomes Tin Sung's daughter's babysitter, leading to renewed communication between Cho Kin and Tin Sung through text messages. Their exchanges provide comfort and support in various aspects of their lives, ultimately revealing that love was meant to be in their story.

Recommendation: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai similar to Ghost Friends
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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai(ひぐらしのなく頃に解)

2016Japan
DeathFriendshipHorrorSupernaturalSuspenseAdapted From A GameInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychological

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Friendship, Horror, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the beginning of summer, Maebara Keiichi relocated to a secluded mountain village. He quickly formed strong bonds with a group of girls and was enjoying his new life in the village. However, his perception of his friends, Ry g Rena, Sonozaki Mion, and others, started to change as he began to suspect their involvement in the annual summer murders. Keiichi's once peaceful life took a dark turn as he discovered a sewing needle in his food, was pursued by unknown individuals, and narrowly escaped a life-threatening accident. His trust in those around him shattered, leading to a series of mysteries and a shocking, violent conclusion.

Recommendation: Kaidan Shin Mimibukuro: Ankoku similar to Ghost Friends
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Kaidan Shin Mimibukuro: Ankoku(怪談新耳袋 暗黒)

2023Japan
Ghost-seeing Female LeadHorrorStudent Female LeadSuspenseAnthologyMiniseries

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, Student Female Lead, and Suspense themes with a 25% similarity match.

The theme of darkness is explored in 5 different stories. In "Children at the Hospital," a high school girl named Hayama Suzuka encounters a mysterious girl in the hospital who has a deadly ability. "The Room with Pigeons" follows university student Mochizuki Shunpei as he experiences strange occurrences while watching over a friend's room. "Passenger" tells the tale of a taxi driver, Yura Shohei, who picks up a suspicious female passenger with a chilling destination in mind. "Kazuo" delves into the story of Fujiwara Kengo, who gets entangled with loan sharks and encounters a boy named Kazuo with a haunting presence. Finally, "Doll Village" follows the video distribution group Unlimiters as they investigate a legendary village with terrifying consequences.

Recommendation: The Teenage Psychic similar to Ghost Friends
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The Teenage Psychic(通靈少女)

2017Taiwan
ComedyDeathGhost-seeing Female LeadRomanceSupernaturalDramaHeight DifferenceMiniseriesNice Male LeadSchool SettingShamanism

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Death, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Xiao Zhen, a 16-year-old girl, possesses the unique gift of being able to communicate with spirits. While assisting the living in connecting with their departed loved ones, Xiao Zhen navigates the challenges of adolescence alongside the responsibilities of interacting with the spirit realm. (HBO Asia)

Recommendation: The Day I Skipped School for You similar to Ghost Friends
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The Day I Skipped School for You(教室的那一间)

2018China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadClassmates' RelationshipSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

The Day I Skipped School For You portrays the high school experience of young people born after the 1990s. The story revolves around the mischievous yet charming Chen Mo, his classmate Zhao Xiao Yu, and their peers as they navigate love, friendship, and pursuing their aspirations during their time in school.

Recommendation: Yokai Ningen Bella: Episode 0 similar to Ghost Friends
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Yokai Ningen Bella: Episode 0(妖怪人間ベラ〜Episode 0〜)

2020Japan
High SchoolHorrorStudent Female LeadSupernaturalSuspenseMiniseriesSchool BullyingSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features High School, Horror, Student Female Lead, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ohno Shiori is a typical high school student until the day Umenokisaka Bella transfers into her class, taking the seat previously belonging to the late Sasaki Kozue. Shiori notices that Bella has a kaleidoscope key chain similar to the one she and Kozue shared. Despite facing bullying due to her personality, there is something mysterious about Bella. What secrets lie within the connection between Kozue and Bella, as well as the circumstances surrounding Kozue's tragic death?

Recommendation: Othello (2022) similar to Ghost Friends
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Othello (2022)(オセロ)

2022Japan
DeathFriendshipHorrorSupernaturalSuspenseActress Female LeadInvestigationJealousyMiniseriesMysteryRevengeThriller

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Friendship, Horror, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 24% similarity match.

A small theater group called "ENGINE" is currently rehearsing in a rundown building near Tsutenkaku Tower in Osaka. The group's young members, led by actress Yamaguchi Mai, are putting in extra effort to prepare for their upcoming performance in Tokyo. Their current production is "DICE," which is the troupe's most well-known work and was first staged a decade ago. The group's leader, Mr. Shigemori, is particularly excited about the Tokyo performance but is starting to feel dissatisfied with the rehearsals. However, everything changes when Mai comes across a VHS tape labeled "DICE" in the company's archives. This tape contains footage from the original performance ten years ago. After watching the tape, Mai and her friends start experiencing strange and unexplainable events around them.

Recommendation: Master of the Five Paths similar to Ghost Friends
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Master of the Five Paths(오구도령)

2008South Korea
DeathGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadHorrorSupernaturalEpidemicExorcismExorcist Male LeadGhost-seeing Male LeadMultiple MainsSupernatural BeingTwo Roles

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Horror, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

In a community where the realms of the living and the deceased intertwine in a chaotic manner, an exorcist reveals concealed truths, gradually, to help the spirits of the departed find their way and to cleanse the village.

Recommendation: Dramaworld Season 2 similar to Ghost Friends
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Dramaworld Season 2(드라마월드 시즌2)

2021South Korea
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadSupernaturalChasing A DreamDramaFan Female LeadFictional WorldMiniseriesSet In A Foreign CountryTeenager Female Lead

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Romance, Student Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Claire, a teenager from the United States, has a passion for Korean dramas. While assisting in her family's store one day, she encounters a thief and immediately switches into fangirl mode. She bravely faces the thief, but suddenly finds herself transported into a different dimension - the world of Korean drama - through her smartphone. (iQIYI)

Recommendation: Sayoko Is Back similar to Ghost Friends
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Sayoko Is Back(ドラマ愛の詩・六番目の小夜子)

2000Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolHorrorStudent Female LeadSuspenseNovel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySchool SettingTeenager Female LeadUrban LegendYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Horror, Student Female Lead, and Suspense themes with a 24% similarity match.

Nishihama Junior High School has a spooky legend surrounding a character named Sayoko. Every three years, a student is selected to take on the role of Sayoko, inheriting three important missions. The completion of these tasks is crucial for the school's well-being. Shuu is the latest student chosen to portray Sayoko, but he passes the role to his friend Rei, not believing in the legend. However, when the new school year begins, one of the tasks has already been accomplished. The mysterious events that follow are just the beginning of a series of eerie occurrences at the school.

Recommendation: Nervous 2 similar to Ghost Friends
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Nervous 2(神精学妹第二季)

2017China
ComedyRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseSchool SettingThrillerYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Nervous similar to Ghost Friends
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Nervous(神精学妹第一季)

2017China
ComedyRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseSchool SettingThrillerYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 24% similarity match.

Le You is a lost soul without any recollection of her past, except for the fact that she took her own life due to despair. She inhabits Xia Mi's body and urges her to assist in uncovering her forgotten memories. Eager to rid herself of the ghostly presence, Xia Mi agrees to help. As they navigate through this journey, Xia Mi and Le You find themselves intertwined with the popular celebrity Ke Rui Yu and the school's heartthrob, Lin Hao.

Recommendation: I Love Lee Tae Ri similar to Ghost Friends
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I Love Lee Tae Ri(아이러브 이태리)

2012South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceSupernaturalBromanceFantasyOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

"I Love Lee Tae Ri" is a romantic comedy that follows the story of a 14-year-old middle school student who unexpectedly matures into a 25-year-old man. Hwang Min Soo subsequently takes on the role of an assistant to the wealthy heiress, Lee Tae Ri. The title contains a clever play on words, as Lee Tae Ri (이태리) can be transliterated as "Italy." (Hancinema)

Recommendation: Evil Spirit 05 similar to Ghost Friends
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Evil Spirit 05(惡靈05)

2005Taiwan
DeathHorrorSupernaturalSuspenseReincarnationSpiritSuicide

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Horror, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 24% similarity match.

Zi-Liang and Yu-Wen are believed to be the reincarnations of two Tibetan warrior monks who were entrusted with protecting the Buddhist relic, Ringsel. During their duty, they encountered a thief named Zuo-Ma, leading to a fierce battle. Instead of harming her, the monks showed her kindness by tending to her wounds, which eventually led to them falling in love with her. Unfortunately, their love for Zuo-Ma created conflicts among them, resulting in the theft and scattering of the relic across the world. Overwhelmed with guilt, the monks took their own lives. After their deaths, they were reincarnated once more. In their new lives, Zi-Liang was already in a long-term relationship with Yi Jeng. However, when Ya-Wei, the reincarnation of Zuo-Ma, regained her memories, Zi-Liang and Ya-Wei's love was reignited. Despite their efforts to suppress their feelings for the sake of Yi Jeng, she discovered the truth and felt betrayed. In the midst of their pain and turmoil, Zi-Liang made the difficult decision to marry Yi Jeng. Yet, on the day of the wedding, he confessed that he couldn't go through with it. Devastated, Yi Jeng took her own life. Her death had a profound impact on everyone involved, her spirit lingering and haunting them despite her physical absence.

Recommendation: Ferryman similar to Ghost Friends
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Ferryman(灵魂摆渡)

2014China
FriendshipHorrorRomanceSupernaturalSuspenseAdventureFantasyGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySexual ContentThriller

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Friendship, Horror, Romance, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 23% similarity match.

Xia Dong Qing, a seemingly invisible individual, possesses a unique ability to perceive the existence of otherworldly beings. Raised in an orphanage, he recently completed his university studies and is now focused on preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam and seeking employment. In the midst of his endeavors, Dong Qing lands a job at 444 Convenience Store. Rumored to be haunted after midnight, the store actually serves as a portal connecting two distinct dimensions in space. (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Omukae Desu similar to Ghost Friends
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Omukae Desu(お迎えデス。)

2016Japan
ComedyGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadStudent Female LeadSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaGhost-seeing Male LeadGrim Reaper Supporting CharacterPart-time Worker Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, Student Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

In an unexpected turn of events, Tsutsumi Madoka, a quiet college student, comes face to face with Nabeshima, known as the Angel of Death, and a pink rabbit struggling with the ghost of an elderly man

Recommendation: The Day I Skipped School for You 2 similar to Ghost Friends
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The Day I Skipped School for You 2(教室的那一间2)

2020China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadLove TriangleSchool SettingSmart Male LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

The tale of Chen Mo and his circle of friends continues with Zhao Xiao Yu, who struggles to boost her grades despite her efforts, Su Zhou, who excels both academically and socially, traditional Yao Cong Liang, and the quirky Yu Bei Bei. With the start of a new semester, Chen Mo, Su Zhou, and Cong Liang form a close bond with a new student who transferred in. Xiao Yu and Bei Bei, initially at odds with their class president, eventually become good friends with her. The inexperienced teacher, known for her tendency to cry easily, gains confidence in managing the class with the support of Chen Mo. As the time for the college entrance exam nears, Su Zhou and Chen Mo realize their mutual feelings for Xiao Yu.

Recommendation: My Calorie Boy similar to Ghost Friends
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My Calorie Boy(我的卡路里男孩)

2022China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadHealthy Mains’ RelationshipSchool SettingSmart Male LeadSupportive Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTransfer Student Male LeadYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

High school is more than just a place for education; it's where enduring friendships are formed and valuable life lessons are gained. Kang Jia Wei and Xu Jing Jing, initially not on the same page, developed a strong bond by helping each other improve their grades and achieve weight loss goals. As they navigated through life's challenges together, their friendship deepened, despite the expanding circle of friends around them. However, as they face the increasing demands of high school, they realize that some relationships will grow stronger while others may drift apart. With more lessons and obstacles ahead, will this group of friends have the strength to stay united in the face of whatever challenges come their way?

Recommendation: Stand Up!! similar to Ghost Friends
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Stand Up!!(スタンドアップ!!)

2003Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadComing Of AgeMultiple MainsNudityRapeSexual ViolenceStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the summer break, four schoolboys discover that they are the only ones who have not yet lost their virginity at school. A girl from their past, who they remember as a "princess" from childhood, returns to the neighborhood after 11 years. However, they soon realize that she is not as perfect as they had remembered. This story unfolds in a typical shopping district, showcasing the awkwardness of children who are a bit behind their peers in development. It explores themes of love, friendship, school, family, adult hypocrisy, life challenges, and learning from mistakes. This bright romantic comedy appeals to both young and old audiences.

Recommendation: Koe Koi similar to Ghost Friends
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Koe Koi(こえ恋)

2016Japan
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolNice Female LeadRomanceAdapted From A MangaHealingNice Male LeadSocial Anxiety DisorderTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Yoshioka Yuiko starts her freshman year in high school. She falls ill with a cold and is confined to bed. During this period, she receives a call from the class president, Matsubara. Yuiko is touched by his gentle tone over the phone. The following day, she attends school and encounters Matsubara in person. He appears as a enigmatic figure, with a paper bag covering his head. Yuiko's high school experience commences with a sense of excitement.

Recommendation: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni similar to Ghost Friends
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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni(ひぐらしのなく頃に)

2016Japan
DeathFriendshipHorrorSupernaturalSuspenseActionAdapted From A GameInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalViolence

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Friendship, Horror, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 23% similarity match.

Keiichi Maebara relocates to the peaceful village of Hinamizawa in the summer of 1983 and quickly forms friendships with Rena Ryuuguu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and Rika Furude. However, as the annual festival draws near, he stumbles upon a series of murders and disappearances connected to the village's deity, Oyashiro. His companions maintain a mysterious silence, heightening his sense of unease. As strange occurrences escalate, Keiichi begins to doubt their loyalty, delving into the enigmas of Higurashi When They Cry, a narrative spanning multiple storylines.

Recommendation: Room Laundering (2018) similar to Ghost Friends
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Room Laundering (2018)(ルームロンダリング)

2018Japan
ComedyDeathFriendshipGhost-seeing Female LeadSupernaturalCrimeDramaGhostMiniseriesMurderOrphan Female LeadUncle-Niece RelationshipUnusual Friendship

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Death, Friendship, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

The events of the story take place following the events of the film "Room Laundering." Miko Yakumo is still engaged in her practice of "room laundering," where she helps to resolve the concerns of spirits inhabiting various rooms. As she carries out her work, Miko Yakumo's bond with Akito Nijikawa blossoms into a romantic relationship.

Recommendation: Kyoufu Shinbun similar to Ghost Friends
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Kyoufu Shinbun(恐怖新聞)

2020Japan
DeathHorrorStudent Female LeadSupernaturalSuspenseAdapted From A MangaDramaMagical ObjectMiniseriesSpiritStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Death, Horror, Student Female Lead, Supernatural, and Suspense themes with a 23% similarity match.

In Kyoto, a university student named Onoda Shizuru experiences the fulfillment of her lifelong dream, only to be disturbed by the sudden appearance of eerie newspapers. Initially dismissing them as a joke, she soon realizes that the events described in the newspapers start unfolding in real life. From murders to accidents, abuse, natural disasters, and injustice, these newspapers ominously foretell various tragedies. The mystery behind these newspapers unfolds in the classic horror manga "Kyoufu Shinbun" by Tsunoda Jirou, originally published in Weekly Shounen Champion.

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

2021Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolNice Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadBest Friends RelationshipCharacter DevelopmentClassmates' RelationshipLifeSmart Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Student Female Lead 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: To Be Continued similar to Ghost Friends
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To Be Continued(투 비 컨티뉴드)

2015South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolNice Female LeadSupernaturalCompetitionFantasyK-PopMultiple MainsMusicShort Length SeriesTime TravelWeb Series

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Nice Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

This online series is a youthful fantasy narrative that revolves around a boy band (ASTRO) that unexpectedly travels back in time to the day before their debut performance.

Recommendation: Seventeen similar to Ghost Friends
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Seventeen(열일곱)

2017South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadMiniseriesMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

At the age of seventeen, we were all inexperienced in matters of the heart. These are naïve and impulsive high school romances that we would never consider engaging in today.

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In-Out Sider(인싸가된아싸짱)

2019South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceSupernaturalGhostMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesSpirit PossessionStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

Two teenage boys in high school are maturing and evolving together. They reflect on their aspirations and what lies ahead. (kpopmap)

Recommendation: The Female Friend among Guys similar to Ghost Friends
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The Female Friend among Guys(남자무리의 여사친)

2020South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadBromanceLove TriangleMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesTeenager Female LeadWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Recommendation: From Classmate to Roommate similar to Ghost Friends
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From Classmate to Roommate(방과 후 동거)

2023South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadClassmates' RelationshipIdol Female LeadRoommates' RelationshipSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A tale of a young man who finds himself sharing a house with three female classmates unexpectedly

Recommendation: Like similar to Ghost Friends
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Like(라이크)

2019South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadBreak UpFriends To LoversLove TriangleSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Yoon and her friends made the decision to launch a YouTube club called “Like,” where they can explore their interests, aspirations, and showcase their skills. Throughout their content creation journey, they go through a wide range of emotions, from the excitement of creativity to feelings of love, friendship, and competition. At 18 years old, Seo Yoon has been secretly in love with Jihu, despite his current relationship. One day, she discovered a mysterious gift on her desk and is now on a quest to uncover the sender's identity, secretly hoping it was Jihu, who is rumored to have recently broken up with his girlfriend.

Recommendation: Ghostderella similar to Ghost Friends
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Ghostderella(귀신데렐라)

2019South Korea
ComedyGhost Male LeadGhost Supporting CharacterGhost-seeing Female LeadSupernaturalCartoonist Female LeadCohabitationDramaHikikomori Female LeadMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeak Male LeadWeb Series

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Ghost Male Lead, Ghost Supporting Character, Ghost-seeing Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 23% similarity match.

“Ghostderella” is a supernatural love story centered on Min Ah, a young woman who isolated herself in her room after discovering her ability to see spirits at the age of 18. As a peculiar male ghost starts to pursue her, a series of chaotic events unfold. The web drama format, favored by adolescents, will incorporate elements of fantasy and set itself apart from earlier dramas. It is also anticipated to provide solace to individuals experiencing loneliness and reflect the realities faced by those in their 20s. (soompi)

Recommendation: Spirit Fingers similar to Ghost Friends
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Spirit Fingers(스피릿 핑거스!)

2025South Korea
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadAdapted From A WebtoonClub President Female LeadComing Of AgeDrawingModel Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

What should you do if you're nearing 18, feeling completely awkward, and struggling with self-esteem? You could choose to isolate yourself in your room all day and night, studying and pondering why no one ever asks you out...OR, if you happen to be Song U Yeon, you might decide to join the Spirit Fingers – the most unique, trendy, and inclusive art club imaginable. However, Song U Yeon is about to discover that uncovering your true self involves more than just putting brush to canvas.

Recommendation: Futari no Kitto similar to Ghost Friends
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Futari no Kitto(ふたりのきっと)

2014Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadLifeMiniseriesSchool SettingYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Riso Kareshi: 5 Nin no Ikemen to JK no Kiss similar to Ghost Friends
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Riso Kareshi: 5 Nin no Ikemen to JK no Kiss(理想彼氏 -5人のイケメンとJKのキス-)

2024Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadSchool SettingShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesYouth

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Romance, and Student Female Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Inexperienced Himeka feels envious of her friends who have boyfriends but is too timid to pursue one herself. When she hears a rumor about boys who will kiss her after school, she decides to go with her friend Rin. There are five boys waiting for her, each with a different personality - including a prince-type, a wild type, and a cute type. The boys have a rule that she must kiss one boy per day and confess to one on the sixth day. As the days pass, Himeka starts to notice changes in herself. The story follows her as she tries to decide which boy to choose and what will happen in the end.

Recommendation: Super Star Academy similar to Ghost Friends
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Super Star Academy(超星星学园)

2016China
ComedyHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadSupernaturalActionAstrologyHoroscopeSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Ghost Friends, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Romance, Student Female Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

In an alternate reality, individuals at Super Star Academy are classified according to their astrological signs. Cheng Zhi Er, a perpetual target of bullying, is unexpectedly invited to attend this institution. As her innate powers start to emerge, she embarks on a fresh journey alongside the elite members of this parallel universe.