Hana Yori Dango Season 2 - Asian drama recommendation
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Hana Yori Dango Season 2(花より男子 ~リターンズ~)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaArranged MarriageComedyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleLovers SeparatedMale Chases Female FirstReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouth

Following Domyoji's departure to New York, Makino confesses her feelings to him but then avoids him for a whole year. With the help of Rui and the other F4 members, they arrange a trip to New York during the Christmas holidays to reunite Makino with Domyoji. However, upon meeting him again, they find that Domyoji has changed drastically. Subsequently, they return to Japan. Later on, Domyoji's mother reveals that they will be coming back to Japan and throws an extravagant birthday party for Domyoji, where an important announcement is made. Domyoji is now engaged to Shigeru, a wealthy heiress, just like in the first season, but this time the wedding is set to happen soon. How will Makino react to this news? Meanwhile, Rui starts developing feelings for Makino, setting the stage for a potential love square.

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Recommendation: Hana Yori Dango similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Hana Yori Dango(花より男子)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthAttempted RapeBromanceInchoate CrimeSchool Bullying

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Reverse-Harem, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 56% similarity match.

Makino Tsukushi is the sole underprivileged student at Eitoku Gakuen, a prestigious school catering to the wealthy elite. The school is under the control of the F4, a quartet of affluent young men: Domyoji Tsukasa, the influential heir to the Domyoji World Finance Group; Hanazawa Rui, a reserved scion of a major corporation; Nishikado Sojiro, a charming heir to a traditional tea school; and Mimasaka Akira, a mysterious figure with ties to the underworld. Any student who crosses the F4 faces harsh bullying and expulsion. Makino strives to blend in and avoid trouble, but her life takes a turn when she defends a friend from Domyoji's aggression. As a result, she becomes a target of the F4 and is subjected to their torment. Despite the challenges, Makino refuses to back down and challenges the F4, earning her the nickname "tough weed." Her defiance catches the attention of her crush, Hanazawa Rui, and surprisingly, sparks romantic feelings in her main adversary, Domyoji Tsukasa.

Recommendation: Boys over Flowers similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Boys over Flowers(꽃보다 남자)

2009South Korea
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstReverse-HaremRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthDisapproving ParentMean Male LeadPossessive Male LeadSchool Bullying

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Reverse-Harem, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 56% similarity match.

Geum Jan Di hails from a low-income family that operates a dry-cleaning business. One day, she goes to Shinhwa High School, an elite institution for the affluent, where she intervenes to save a student attempting suicide due to harassment. As a result of her brave actions, Jan Di is awarded a swimming scholarship and begins her studies at the school. At Shinhwa High, she encounters the infamous F4, the most popular and influential group of boys in the institution, which includes Gu Jun Pyo, the F4's leader and heir to the Shinhwa Group; Yoon Ji Hu, the grandson of a former Korean president; So Yi Jung, a talented potter from a family that owns the largest art museum in the country; and Song Woo Bin, whose family operates the biggest construction firm nationwide. Initially, Jan Di's experience at school is quite unpleasant, as she struggles to fit in due to her background, and it worsens when she becomes the new target of bullying by the F4.

Recommendation: Hanazakari no Kimitachi e similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Hanazakari no Kimitachi e(花ざかりの君たちへ ~イケメン♂パラダイス~)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleReverse-HaremRomanceYouthAll-Boys SchoolBromanceCross-DressingFemale Chases Male FirstHidden Identity

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Reverse-Harem, Romance, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

This comedic story follows the mayhem, challenges, and camaraderie at a boys' boarding school when a girl disguises herself as a boy and enrolls. Ashiya Mizuki returns to Japan from California, where she grew up, and falls for Sano Izumi, a former high jump star who has given up on the sport. Determined to see him return to his passion, she decides to attend the same high school in disguise! Sporting a new haircut, a flattened chest, and a deeper voice, she moves into Sano's room.

Recommendation: Tomorrow (2002) similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Tomorrow (2002)(愛情白皮書)

2002Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceYouthSchool Setting

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Tomorrow's tale unfolds across a period of 8 years, delving into themes of love and friendship. The protagonist, Yuan Cheng Mei, is a high school athlete who sustains an injury during a practice session. It is during this moment of need that a stranger comes to her rescue, setting the stage for the beginning of this story. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Let's Go Watch Meteor Shower similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Let's Go Watch Meteor Shower(一起来看流星雨)

2009China
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipMale Chases Female FirstRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthArrogant Male LeadHeir Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Male Chases Female First, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Chu Yu Xun is a bright and intelligent high school student with aspirations of attending the prestigious Aliston University, where she gained admission with the assistance of her uncle. In the university, Murong Yun Hai, Duanmu Lei, Shangguan Rui Qian, and Ye Shuo are known as the wealthiest students who are admired by all the girls. Unhappy with the paths set by their parents, they engage in pranks to attract the attention of the headmistress in hopes of being expelled. Yu Xun stands up for the victims and becomes a target herself, facing various attempts to remove her from the university. Duanmu Lei, her childhood friend, provides support and protection. Despite Yun Hai developing feelings for Yu Xun, she consistently rejects his advances. Eventually, H4 and Yu Xun form a friendship. Through challenges and struggles, they all mature, take control of their destinies, and work towards achieving their dreams. Inspired by the manga "Hana Yori Dango" by Yoko Kamio.

Recommendation: Goong similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Goong()

2006South Korea
Arranged MarriageComedyDramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthAdapted From A ManhwaCohabitationCold Man-Warm WomanMean Male LeadRich Male LeadSassy Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Energetic, cheerful, and straightforward, Chae Gyeong is an average high school student until she receives surprising news one day. Due to her grandfather's will, she is required to wed the unbearable Crown Prince Yi Sin, who is also her classmate. Initially, Chae Gyeong is resistant to the idea but ultimately consents to the marriage to assist her financially struggling family. As she attempts to adjust to life in the palace, mastering etiquette and fulfilling royal responsibilities while managing her difficult husband, she encounters Yul, the Crown Prince’s caring cousin and the heir to the throne. Chae Gyeong feels she can turn to Yul for support and advice, yet she continues to be anxious about her proud and aloof spouse. To help facilitate their relationship, senior royal family members implement specific strategies to encourage them to spend the night together.

Recommendation: Meteor Garden Season 2 similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Meteor Garden Season 2(流星花園 (流星花园) 2)

2002Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceYouthAmnesiaFilmed AbroadMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsUnrequited Love

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

After graduating from Ying De Xue Yuan, F4 decides to go on a graduation trip to Spain. Dao Ming Si invites Shan Cai to join them, secretly hoping to spend time alone with her. During the trip, Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si become inseparable. Before leaving for Spain, Hua Ze Lei gives Dao Ming Si an envelope with valuable advice inside. The advice is to propose to Shan Cai in an old church with a special legend. Prepared with a "Meteor Ring" for the proposal, Dao Ming Si plans to ask Shan Cai to marry him in a church symbolizing love. However, on the way to the church, a car accident causes Dao Ming Si to lose his memory. He meets Ye Sha, who helps and cares for him. Shan Cai, worried about Dao Ming Si's sudden disappearance, seeks help from Jing. The other F4 members rush to Spain upon hearing the news. The story unfolds with Shan Cai's efforts to find Dao Ming Si and help him recover his memory. Meanwhile, the love stories of Xi Men and Mei Zuo are also revealed, shedding light on Xi Men's playboy reputation and Mei Zuo's romantic history since childhood.

Recommendation: Ochanigosu similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Ochanigosu(お茶にごす。)

2021Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceYouthDelinquent Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Masaya Funabashi, a troublemaker in high school often referred to as Devil Ma-kun, opts to change his reputation by becoming a member of the Japanese Tea Ceremony Club. This information is sourced from MyAnimeList and is based on the manga "A Bad Boy Drinks Tea!" by Nishimori Hiroyuki.

Recommendation: Misaki Number One!! similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Misaki Number One!!(美咲ナンバーワン!!)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipHigh SchoolYouthMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Friendship, High School, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

One unexpected day, Misaki, the top hostess at a club in Roppongi, finds herself becoming a high school teacher. Surprisingly, she is assigned as the homeroom teacher for Class 2Z, a unique class known for its unruly students. Despite the challenging situation, Misaki confronts the students with her unwavering positivity and determination, never backing down. This story is adapted from the manga "Misaki Number One!!" by Fujisaki Masato.

Recommendation: 5-ji Kara 9-ji Made similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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5-ji Kara 9-ji Made(5時から9時まで)

2015Japan
Arranged MarriageComedyDramaFriendshipLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRomanceEccentric Male LeadHardworking Female LeadLove At First SightMultiple CouplesRich Male LeadSmart Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Sakuraba Junko, a teacher at an English language school, has never had a boyfriend by the time she turns 29 and dreams of working in New York. One day, during a funeral service at a temple, she accidentally spills burning incense on a handsome monk while trying to steady herself. Despite thinking they won't meet again, Junko is surprised when she is set up on a matchmaking session with the same monk, Hoshikawa Takane.

Recommendation: Ani ni Aisaresugite Komattemasu similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Ani ni Aisaresugite Komattemasu(兄に愛されすぎて困ってます)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolMale Chases Female FirstReverse-HaremRomanceYouthAirhead Female LeadBrother-Sister RelationshipFamily SecretHidden PastSecret CrushSlapstick

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Male Chases Female First, Reverse-Harem, Romance, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

High school student Tachibana Setoka has a history of unsuccessful love confessions to different boys. Little does she know that her brother, Haruka, has been the one orchestrating these rejections. Will her luck change when she encounters a new boy, Chiaki, or when her first love, Takane, unexpectedly reappears in her life?

Recommendation: Love Alarm similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Love Alarm(좋아하면 울리는)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthAdapted From A WebtoonBromanceFirst LoveHeartbreakRich Male LeadSuicideTrauma

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The application Love Alarm is designed to alert users when someone within a 10-meter radius has feelings for them, though it keeps the identity of that person a secret

Recommendation: Hana Kimi Remake similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Hana Kimi Remake(花ざかりの君たちへ ~イケメン☆パラダイス~2011)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadHigh SchoolReverse-HaremRomanceYouthCross-DressingDormitory SettingHigh JumpSportsStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, High School, Reverse-Harem, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Ashiya Mizuki recently returned to Japan after growing up in California. She develops feelings for Sano Izumi, a talented high jumper who stopped competing due to an injury. In order to encourage him to return to the sport, she disguises herself as a boy and enrolls in the same high school. Sporting a short haircut, a flattened chest, and a deeper voice, she becomes roommates with Sano.

Recommendation: Asuko March! similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Asuko March!(アスコーマーチ!)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadHigh SchoolReverse-HaremRomanceYouthFamily RelationshipLGBTQ+LifeMiniseriesPoor Male LeadSchool SettingStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, High School, Reverse-Harem, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

After failing to pass the entrance exam for her desired high school, Nao Yoshino decides to attend a technical high school known as Kenritsu Asuka Kougyou Koukou, also called "Asukou". Among the 148 new students, only three are girls, with Nao being the sole female in her class. Feeling frustrated and isolated in a predominantly male environment, Nao struggles with the tough technical classes she is required to take. However, as her male classmates gradually show support and encouragement, Nao begins to realize that her new school may not be as bad as she initially thought.

Recommendation: Koi ga Heta demo Ikitemasu similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Koi ga Heta demo Ikitemasu(恋がヘタでも生きてます)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstRomanceExtramarital AffairInfidelityInnocent Female LeadPlayboy Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative follows Misa, a dedicated career woman in the sales division of her company. Despite her hard work and focus on her appearance, she lacks experience in romantic relationships. Misa struggles with being charming, inviting others out, and maintaining her pride, causing potential suitors to distance themselves. Her roommate and close friend Chihiro works as a receptionist at a department store, excels with children, enjoys housework, and is dedicated to volunteer work - a complete contrast to Misa. Despite their differences, they share a close bond akin to sisters. However, their lives take a turn when Misa meets her ideal partner while Chihiro appears to be involved in a secret relationship behind her fiancé's back.

Recommendation: Takane to Hana similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Takane to Hana(高嶺と花)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaArranged MarriageComedyDramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthAdult-Minor RelationshipAge GapBantering RelationshipHeir Male LeadNarcissistic Male LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanStudent Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Arranged Marriage, Comedy, Drama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Following her older sister's refusal to attend a pre-arranged marriage meeting with Takane Saibara, a wealthy heir, high school student Hana Nonomura steps in as a replacement to uphold her family's reputation. However, the encounter between Hana and Takane results in a surprising connection between two individuals who are complete opposites. (Anime News Network via Viz Media) Based on the manga "Takane and Hana" by Shiwasu Yuki.

Recommendation: Ao Haru Ride similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Ao Haru Ride(アオハライド Season1)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceYouthFirst LoveSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon completing her freshman year of high school, Yoshioka Futaba reunites with Tanaka Kou, her former crush. They were classmates in middle school before he abruptly switched schools. Now, three years later, he reappears as Mabuchi Kou with a different demeanor - distant and aloof. As Futaba delves into Mabuchi's past, she finds herself developing feelings for him once again.

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 5 similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Nonstop Season 5(논스톱 5)

2004South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthSitcom

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

This marks yet another season of the Nonstop sitcom, which portrays the daily experiences of students residing in a dormitory.

Recommendation: Best Mistake similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Best Mistake(일진에게 찍혔을 때)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthCharacter DevelopmentFirst LoveFluffyNice Male LeadShort Length SeriesSmart Female LeadWeb Series

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

In an effort to persuade an old acquaintance to stop bothering her, Kim Yeon Do posts a picture of an unfamiliar guy, asserting that he is her boyfriend. Unbeknownst to her, the image she selected features the rebellious student Ji Hyun Ho. As she spends more time with him to rectify the situation, she discovers that individuals have much deeper layers than she initially perceives.

Recommendation: Dream High similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Dream High(드림하이)

2011South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthCharacter DevelopmentCohabitationFriends To LoversMultiple MainsMusicSchool BullyingWeight Loss

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Dream High narrates the journey of six students at Kirin Art High School as they strive to fulfill their aspirations of becoming stars in the Korean music scene. Go Hye Mi, a classical music major, is forced to abandon her dream when she enrolls at Kirin Art High School to help settle her father's debts. To gain conditional admission, she must recruit two other students to join her at the school. These students are Song Sam Dong, a country boy, and Jin Guk, whom she encounters by chance while trying to escape from a loan shark. Yoon Baek Hee, once Hye Mi’s loyal friend, turns into her competitor at school after Hye Mi betrays her during an audition for admission.

Recommendation: Sassy Go Go similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Sassy Go Go(발칙하게 고고)

2015South Korea
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthBromanceCheerleadingEnemies To LoversSchool RivalrySelf-harmSmart Male LeadSports

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Located in a fiercely competitive academic environment that prioritizes performance and grades above everything, the drama will expose the contradictions and absurdities within the education system, while also highlighting the personal growth journeys of students who endeavor to progress gradually, one step at a time.

Recommendation: The Heirs similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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The Heirs(상속자들)

2013South Korea
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceControlling ParentFamily PressureMelodramaPoor Female LeadRich Male LeadSchool BullyingSibling Rivalry

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Male Chases Female First, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kim Tan is the successor to the Empire Group, currently studying in the United States. This move serves as a kind of exile, orchestrated by his older half-brother who is plotting to take control of the family enterprise. During his time in America, Kim Tan encounters Cha Eun Sang, who has come from Korea in search of her sister. He begins to develop feelings for her, unaware that she is the daughter of his family's housekeeper. When his fiancée, Rachel Yoo, arrives to escort him back to Korea, he finds himself caught between his obligations and his burgeoning love. (SBS World YouTube)

Recommendation: Meteor Garden similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Meteor Garden(流星花园)

2018China
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaMale Chases Female FirstRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthBromanceCharacter DevelopmentFirst LoveLove Hate RelationshipMean Male LeadPossessive Male LeadRich Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Male Chases Female First, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Shan Cai, an 18-year-old girl from a struggling family, gets accepted into the most prestigious school in the country. Here, she encounters F4, a group of wealthy and attractive boys named Dao Ming Si, Hua Ze Lei, Xi Men, and Mei Zuo. Despite Dao Ming Si's bullying, Shan Cai stands her ground and remains strong. With the support of Hua Ze Lei, she withstands the boys' pranks and begins to earn their respect. Through discovering their true personalities, Shan Cai's determination and the boys' changing emotions lead to friendship and eventually romance. This story is adapted from the manga "Hana Yori Dango" by Kamio Yoko, available in two versions: 50 episodes (TV) or 49 episodes (Online; DVD).

Recommendation: 15 Sai, Kyo Kara Dosei Hajimemasu. similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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15 Sai, Kyo Kara Dosei Hajimemasu.(15歳、今日から同棲はじめます。)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthChildhood Friends RelationshipCohabitationHousemates' RelationshipSchool SettingShort Length Series

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

"I initially intended for us to remain just friends... but I have decided to stop holding back." I find myself living with my childhood friend who has suddenly become bold! My heart races with each passing day as he continues to pursue me relentlessly...!! After starting high school, Hiyori finally achieves her goal of living independently. However, her childhood friend Soushi is already waiting for her at her new apartment. He surprises her with a kiss, leaving Hiyori feeling confused. Is he playing a prank on her? Or is this genuine...? For the first time, she starts to view Soushi, whom she had previously overlooked, as a man. At 15 years old, Hiyori embarks on a new, unconventional chapter of her life living with Soushi! (Manga Updates)

Recommendation: I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon(我要變成硬柿子)

2007Taiwan
DramaFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthLifeMelodramaSchool BullyingSchool SettingSecond Chance Romance

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 32% 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: Across the Ocean to See You similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Across the Ocean to See You(漂洋过海来看你)

2017China
ComedyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipPregnancy

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

While working in the tourism industry abroad, Su Mang faced a challenging divorce and eventually returned to China

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 6 similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Nonstop Season 6(논스톱 6)

2005South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthFamilySitcom

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

This marks yet another season of the Nonstop sitcom, which depicts the daily experiences of students residing in a dormitory.

Recommendation: Hajimete Koi wo Shita Hi ni Yomu Hanashi similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Hajimete Koi wo Shita Hi ni Yomu Hanashi(初めて恋をした日に読む話)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaMale Chases Female FirstReverse-HaremRomanceAge GapAge GapNice Male LeadOblivious Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManSlow Burn RomanceStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Male Chases Female First, Reverse-Harem, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Harumi Junko was a top student in middle and high school, but she faced a setback when she couldn't get into Tokyo University

Recommendation: Anna-san no Omame similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Anna-san no Omame(アンナさんのおまめ)

2006Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceBest Friends RelationshipEccentric Female LeadMiniseriesRich Female LeadSlapstickSpoiled Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

In this story, Lily, not Anna, takes the spotlight as the protagonist. Lily is portrayed as a girl who is excessively self-assured of her own attractiveness and imagines that everyone is enamored with her. She pities Anna, who she thinks is being pursued by boys who are only trying to get closer to Lily through her.

Recommendation: Love Buffet similar to Hana Yori Dango Season 2
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Love Buffet(愛似百匯)

2010Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaLove TriangleRomanceYouthSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Xiao Feng is an energetic young woman who enjoys working with children and is embarking on her first year of college. Upon the arrival of Yi Cheng and Da Ye, her new neighbors and fellow college students, she must navigate the challenge of living with the two most popular and wealthy men in school. Yi Cheng is a reserved and attractive individual still haunted by a past relationship, while Da Ye is a charming and carefree playboy who struggles to understand the concept of love. Despite developing feelings for Da Ye, Xiao Feng is left heartbroken when he is unable to reciprocate her emotions. Seeking solace in Yi Cheng, Xiao Feng finds herself falling for him as well, only to have her heart broken once more when she returns to Da Ye. Will Xiao Feng ever find true love and manage to navigate the pressures of school and home?

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Runaway Sweetheart(落跑甜心)

2013China
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipRomanceYouthCross-DressingSchool SettingSports

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

What motivates a young woman to relocate to a different part of the globe? Ni Shu Lei grows up in the United States after losing her parents. Upon seeing track star Shan Han Fei on TV, she immediately falls for him and finds inspiration in his achievements. When Han Fei quits the sport due to an injury, Shu Lei is devastated and decides to track him down to encourage his return. She moves to China, enrolls in Han Fei's all-male college, and becomes his roommate. To attend the school, Shu Lei must disguise herself as a man, leading to daily challenges. As Shu Lei's classmate Chocolate starts to develop feelings for her, he begins to question his own sexual orientation. How long can Shu Lei maintain her risky deception? (Trakt.tv) Based on the manga series "Hanazakari no Kimitachi e" by Nakajo Hisaya.

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World at Your Feet(球在你脚下)

2014China
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthFamilySoccerSports

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A collection of individuals facing challenges come together through their shared passion for soccer. At the heart of the group is Renxin, a solitary widower and ex-coach in search of renewed optimism.

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Nice to Meet UFO(超级影后之初次做人)

2019China
ComedyDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAlienFantasyNaughty Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The narrative centers around an extraterrestrial female priest who ventures to Earth in search of a king who has lost connection. She takes residence in the body of an 18-year-old star named Xiao Qin. Struggling to grasp human emotions and relationships, the priest unintentionally causes misunderstandings and comical situations, especially with Gu Liunian.

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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthChasing A DreamMultiple MainsWorkplace Setting

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A contemporary play follows the journeys of six young individuals as they passionately pursue their dreams. (DramaWiki)

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Naze Todoin Seiya 16-sai wa Kanojo Dekinai no Ka?(なぜ東堂院聖也16歳は彼女が出来ないのか?)

2014Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolRomanceYouthMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Despite being physically attractive, intelligent, athletic, and coming from a wealthy and politically influential family, Todoin Seiya is puzzled by his inability to secure a girlfriend throughout his 16 years of life. Despite his numerous attempts, every girl he asks out turns him down. Determined to change his relationship status before high school ends, Seiya refuses to be discouraged by rejection. However, the continuous string of rejections takes a toll on him emotionally.

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Love Love Alien(ラブラブエイリアン)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceAlienApartment SettingSci-Fi

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

One day, a tiny extraterrestrial being with extraordinary scientific abilities crash-lands in the apartment shared by Shinohara Satsuki, Udagawa Yuzukom, and other residents. Unfortunately, the alien's spacecraft is damaged, forcing it to take refuge in the apartment until repairs are completed. (

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There Will Be Fireworks(花火)

2015China
DramaMale Chases Female FirstRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceYouthCo-workers' RelationshipLifeMultiple Couples

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Drama, Male Chases Female First, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot centers around a group of recent college graduates, portraying a tale of youth, aspirations, and challenges. After finishing their studies, Ling Xiao, Tan Yue, Rao Shi Kai, Ning Xue, Ning Yu, and their peers faced the difficulties of starting their careers. As they met new romantic interests like Wei Wei, Chen Hao, and Ning Yu, they began to see love and work in a new light. Despite his father's objections, Ling Xiao was determined to pursue his dream through hard work. However, his affluent background posed a challenge in his relationship with Wei Wei. Ling Xiao helped Tan Yue secure a job at a 4S shop, where Tan Yue fell for Chen Hao. Chen Hao, in turn, wanted to create an opportunity for Tan Yue and Ling Xiao. When Ling Xiao's cousin Zhao Xiao Nan returned from studying abroad and took over the family business, he started to indulge himself. Despite his wealth and experience, he couldn't win the affections of Wei Wei. Witnessing the simple love between Wei Wei and Ling Xiao gave Zhao Zhen Nan a new perspective on love. Ultimately, these young individuals found success in their careers, love lives, and overall happiness.

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Kiss, Love and Taste(亲·爱的味道)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceChef Male LeadFoodLife

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Renowned chef An Wen Yu lost his sense of taste following a previous incident. Chef Jin Jin Jin comes into his life with the intention of mastering the An family's recipes. However, wealthy individual Lin Xuan becomes an obstacle for her. Upon returning from studying abroad, Li Xuan is appointed as the senior executive at his father's company, although he is more interested in psychology than his job responsibilities. Lin Xuan plans to utilize his knowledge to assist An Wen Yu in regaining his sense of taste. Despite Wen Yu's aloof demeanor, Lin Xuan's cheerful personality manages to bring a smile to his face.

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Rainbow Sweetheart(彩虹甜心)

2011China
ComedyDramaLove TriangleRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceContract RelationshipFoodie Female LeadUnrequited Love

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Love Triangle, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Peng Xiao Qian works as a tour guide and sometimes resorts to deceiving people to make ends meet. In order to help her father settle his gambling debts, Xiao Qian agrees to pose as Shao Feng's missing cousin to grant his grandfather's dying wish of reuniting with his granddaughter. As Shao Feng's ex-girlfriend, a pianist, tries to win him back and his friend Xu Kai develops feelings for Xiao Qian, their lives become increasingly complicated. Despite the challenges, Xiao Qian and Shao Feng find themselves growing closer to each other.

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Qing Chun Peng You Quan(青春朋友圈)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceYouth

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The Day I Skipped School for You 2(教室的那一间2)

2020China
ComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceYouthSchool SettingSmart Male LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% 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.

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Promise Cinderella(プロミス・シンデレラ)

2021Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaLove TriangleRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceAdult-Minor RelationshipAge GapDebtFirst LoveOlder Woman-Younger ManPoor Female LeadRich Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Love Triangle, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hayame's content married life is suddenly disrupted, leaving her without money or a place to live. Just when things seem hopeless, she crosses paths with Issei, a wealthy high school student she had once embarrassed. Watch as these two very different worlds clash in an unexpected Cinderella-like tale! (MyAnimeList) Based on the manga "Tachibana Oreko."

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Ramen Daisuki Koizumi-san(ラーメン大好き小泉さん)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolYouthEccentric Female LeadFoodMiniseriesSchool SettingSismanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, High School, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Koizumi, a captivating high school student, holds a hidden talent as a skilled ramen connoisseur. She spends her days seeking out top-notch ramen establishments to indulge in the savory noodles. Watching Koizumi effortlessly devour a hearty bowl of ramen with finesse rivals even the heartiest of eaters. (Viki)

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Konno-san to Asobo(紺野さんと遊ぼう)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaYouth

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot centers around the unusual occurrences in the life of Konno Miyuki, a high school student who always wears a sailor uniform. This story is based on the manga series "Konno-san to Asobo" by the author Yasuda Hiroyuki.

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Ouran High School Host Club(桜蘭高校ホスト部)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyHigh SchoolReverse-HaremRomanceYouthCross-DressingEccentric Male LeadHidden IdentityParodyPoor Female LeadRich Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, High School, Reverse-Harem, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Haruhi Fujioka is a diligent student attending the prestigious Ouran Academy in Bunky, Tokyo. While seeking a peaceful place to study, she stumbles upon the Third Music Room, where the Ouran Academy Host Club, consisting of six male students, entertains female "clients". In their initial encounter, Haruhi accidentally breaks a valuable antique vase worth 8,000,000 (US$80,000 in English manga) and is required to work off the debt by serving the club.

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Sprout (2012)(スプラウト)

2012Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceYouthBoarding House SettingCohabitationFirst LoveJealousyLove SquareNice Male LeadPopular Male Lead

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Sprout is adapted from a well-known manga created by Nanba Atsuko, which has been running in the magazine 'Bessatsu Friend'. The romantic tale in 'Sprout' unfolds as two high school classmates, Souhei and Miku, find themselves sharing a living space when Miku's parents transform their house into a boarding house.

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Koe Koi(こえ恋)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolRomanceYouthHealingNice Female LeadNice Male LeadSocial Anxiety DisorderTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Friendship, High School, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% 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.

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Five(ファイブ)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaDramaHigh SchoolReverse-HaremRomanceYouthBromanceMiniseriesNaive Female LeadPlayboy Male LeadSassy Female LeadSmart Male LeadWeb Series

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Drama, High School, Reverse-Harem, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hina has changed schools multiple times because of her father's job and has always hoped for a typical high school experience. But at her latest school, she discovers that her class consists entirely of boys! Adding to that, five playful boys from her class have developed an interest in her...!?

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Tokyo Alice(東京アリス)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipRomanceFemale Centered PlotHousemates' RelationshipLGBTQ+LifeMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadSismance

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the bustling neighborhood of Daikanyama in Tokyo, there are four ex-schoolmates who reside together in an apartment, each striving to find their own happiness. Arisugawa Fuu is employed at a design firm and indulges in fashion with a substantial portion of her earnings, Hada Mizuho is an up-and-coming manga illustrator, Sakuragawa Rio specializes in psychosomatic therapy, and Enjoji Sayuri holds a position at an art gallery in Ginza.

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Gaki☆Rock - Asakusa Rokku Ninjo Monogatari(ガキ☆ロック ~浅草六区人情物語~)

2017Japan
ComedyDramaFriendshipYouth

Like Hana Yori Dango Season 2, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.