Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai - Asian drama recommendation
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Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai(花咲舞が黙ってない)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationBank SettingBusinessCo-workers' RelationshipCorruptionDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace PoliticsWorkplace SettingWorkplace Violence

On a daily basis, bank branches face a range of issues such as missing funds, information leaks, loan complications, and breaches of responsibilities. Hanasaki Mai is tasked with addressing and resolving these issues, despite being a mere bank clerk without higher authority. Her strong sense of justice compels her to take action when she witnesses wrongdoing, advocating for the underprivileged without regard for the internal dynamics of the bank.

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Recommendation: Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai Season 2 similar to Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai
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Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai Season 2(花咲舞が黙ってない 2シリーズ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationBank SettingBusinessCo-workers' RelationshipCorruptionDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace PoliticsWorkplace SettingWorkplace ViolenceRomance

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Bank Setting, Business, Co-workers' Relationship, Corruption, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Office Setting, Workplace Politics, Workplace Setting, and Workplace Violence themes with a 93% similarity match.

Hanasaki Mai and Soma Ken are employed at Tokyo Daiichi Bank where they are tasked with resolving issues at various local bank branches. Matsuki Keisuke, a dedicated and sincere bank teller, finds himself developing romantic feelings for Hanasaki Mai during their time working together. However, Hanasaki Mai remains unaware of Keisuke's affection towards her.

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Pareto no Gosan - Kesuwaka Satsujin Jiken(パレートの誤算 ~ケースワーカー殺人事件)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace SettingBartender Supporting CharacterDeathInterrogator Supporting CharacterMurder

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 47% similarity match.

Satomi Makino, who was not enthusiastic about her job at a city welfare office, is unexpectedly assigned to work as a caseworker. With guidance from experienced colleague Toru Yamakawa, she begins her new role with coworker Junichi Onodera. Tragically, Yamakawa is later discovered dead following an apartment fire, raising suspicions of his potential involvement in illicit activities. Satomi and Onodera find themselves drawn into the lives of various individuals, uncovering a complex network of life insurance schemes and corruption within the community.

Recommendation: Big Money! similar to Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai
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Big Money!(ビッグマネー!~浮世の沙汰は株しだい)

2002Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

"Big Money!" is a gripping tale of a young man who delves into the world of stock exchange under the guidance of an experienced investor. Shirato Norimichi survives on his parents' financial support and his luck at pachinko while searching for a stable job. His life takes a turn when he is approached by a mysterious elderly man named Kozuka Taihei, a former legendary trader. Despite the enigma surrounding Kozuka, Shirato decides to work for him and gets absorbed into the world of stock market numbers. Eventually, Shirato discovers Kozuka's plan to take down Matsuba Bank, one of the world's top banks. The two men, with a significant age gap, then team up to challenge Matsuba and its elite bankers, including Yamazaki Fumihiko.

Recommendation: Kabuka Bouraku similar to Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai
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Kabuka Bouraku(株価暴落)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationBank SettingBusinessInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Bank Setting, Business, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Hiroshi Bando is employed as a credit officer at a prominent bank. There is a debate within the bank regarding whether to grant an additional loan to a large supermarket chain. Hiroshi is against the loan because the supermarket has not shown any effort to restructure. On the other hand, Tetsuya Ninohe, the Vice President of the Planning Department, insists on approving the loan to prevent any negative impact on the bank in case the supermarket goes bankrupt. Tetsuya also harbors a strong animosity towards Hiroshi and comes up with a plan to incriminate him. During this time, a store belonging to the supermarket chain is bombed and a message is sent by the perpetrator demanding the resignation of the CEO, Kozo Kazama, who runs the supermarket in an authoritarian manner. The bomber threatens more attacks if the demand is not met, but the supermarket tries to keep this information hidden to avoid a drop in their company's stock value. Despite this, Hiroshi strongly advocates for the public disclosure of the bomber's message. Detective Hiromitsu Yaen starts to suspect a young man named Ko Inunaki as the perpetrator, as he was present at the crime scene.

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Watashi, Teiji de Kaerimasu(わたし、定時で帰ります。)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaOffice SettingWorkplace SettingWorkplace ViolenceLife LessonMiniseriesSlight RomanceSocial Issues

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Office Setting, Workplace Setting, and Workplace Violence themes with a 35% similarity match.

Higashiyama Yui, a director at Net Heroes, strongly dislikes working overtime because of her father's workaholic tendencies and previous personal experiences. She called off her engagement with Taneda Kotaro two years ago for the same reason. Yui is committed to maintaining a regular work schedule to maximize efficiency and relaxes with a beer at a nearby Chinese eatery. However, her tranquil routine is interrupted by the arrival of a new department leader.

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Harassment Game(ハラスメントゲーム)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Akitsu Wataru serves as the supervisor of the Toyama location for Maruo Holdings, a well-known supermarket chain. Following a certain incident, he is reassigned and relocates to a rural area with his family. Unexpectedly, Akitsu is summoned back to the main office to lead the compliance department. The CEO and board members harbor undisclosed intentions. The company faces multiple harassment problems, which Akitsu resolves using innovative approaches and strategies.

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City of the Sun (2015)(태양의 도시)

2015South Korea
Novel AdaptationCorruptionDramaInvestigationMysteryLawMelodrama

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Corruption, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kang Tae Yang strives to uphold his values as he navigates the corruption present in the construction firm he is employed at, as well as the regulatory body that profits from this wrongdoing.

Recommendation: Anego (2005) similar to Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai
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Anego (2005)(アネゴ)

2005Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessCo-workers' RelationshipDramaOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapMale Chases Female FirstOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 32% similarity match.

Naoko Noda, an employee at a trading company, is affectionately referred to as "anego" by her younger colleagues. The term "anego" translates to "older sister", but in this context, it is used as a nickname for Naoko due to her role as a supportive figure who offers guidance to her coworkers. This series authentically portrays Naoko's daily experiences, including her romantic relationships, personal challenges, and uncertainties about the future.

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Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai (2024)(花咲舞が黙ってない)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationBank SettingBusinessDramaInvestigationMysteryBank Teller Female LeadDetermined Female LeadFight For JusticeFinancial ScandalMiniseriesRighteous Female Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Bank Setting, Business, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 32% similarity match.

Hanasaki Mai is employed as a teller at a Tokyo Daiichi Bank branch but is later reassigned to the bank's headquarters. Her new role involves resolving issues at different branch locations. Hanasaki Mai is known for her assertive personality and refusal to back down when she believes she is right. Upon joining her new department, she discovers numerous errors within the bank that she had not previously noticed.

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Top League(トップリーグ)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPoliticalReporter Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Matsuoka Naoki, a journalist at Yamato Newspaper's business desk, is reassigned to the political desk. During a press conference with Chief Cabinet Secretary Kondo, Matsuoka catches Kondo's attention by asking about a safe discovered in Minato, Tokyo. As a result, Matsuoka is tasked with covering Kondo and joins the exclusive "top league" group of reporters who investigate high-ranking government officials. Meanwhile, Matsuoka's former colleague, Sakai Yuji, now works for a weekly magazine and also delves into the mystery of the safe in Minato. A robbery occurs involving someone Sakai had previously reported on regarding the safe. This event leads to Matsuoka and Sakai reuniting after a decade and uncovering a government scandal. This story is based on the novel "Top League" by Hideo Aiba.

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Tantei ga Hayasugiru: Haru no Torikku Gaeshi Matsuri(探偵が早すぎる~春のトリック返し祭り~)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipInvestigationMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace SettingComedyCosmetic IndustryEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceTsundere Female Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Investigation, Mystery, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 30% similarity match.

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Shiroi Dakuryu(白い濁流)

2021Japan
BusinessCo-workers' RelationshipDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryWorkplace SettingChildhood Friends RelationshipLaboratory SettingPharmaceutical IndustryReporter Female LeadResearcher Male LeadSchool SettingSingle Mother-Father Supporting Character

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 30% similarity match.

Kazuki Yoshinami works as a researcher in the field of pharmaceuticals at a university, where his colleague Wataru Kashiwagi also conducts similar research. Despite being rivals, they share their aspirations with each other. One day, Kazuki makes a significant breakthrough in his work, sparking a competition between companies for patents involving both Kazuki and Wataru. Tomoko Kawahara, a newspaper journalist and Kazuki's childhood friend, becomes aware of the situation.

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Ryosangata Riko: Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki(量産型リコ -プラモ女子の人生組み立て記-)

2022Japan
BusinessCo-workers' RelationshipDramaOffice SettingWorkplace SettingHobbiesLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Riko Komukai is a young woman who is not married and is employed by a company that plans events. Her co-worker brings up the idea of a mass-produced model, which sparks Riko's curiosity. After seeing a plastic model of Zaku, a robot from the TV show Mobile Suit Gundam, she decides to try her hand at making her own plastic model for the first time.

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Upon the Mountain(越过山丘)

2020China
Novel AdaptationBusinessCo-workers' RelationshipDramaWorkplace SettingRich Male LeadRomanceSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ouyang Xia Lan works as an investigator in the field of trade. During her investigations, she crosses paths with Peng Yue, the younger son of the Tianguan Group. Despite their contrasting backgrounds and beliefs, they find themselves on opposing sides. The story unfolds in the automotive industry, where Ouyang Xia Lan is a dedicated professional who will go to great lengths to fulfill her duties. She harbors a personal agenda related to her father's mysterious death, which leads her to infiltrate Tianguan Group. Meanwhile, Peng Yue is responsible for the company's research and development. Their initial encounter is fraught with conflict, but over time, they develop a mutual attraction. Through various challenges and obstacles, they eventually unite to showcase China's progress in the automotive sector.

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W Kenkei no Higeki(W県警の悲劇)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaInvestigationMysteryFeminismMiniseriesPolice Department SettingStrong Female Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The highest-ranking officials of the prefectural police headquarters come together for a special meeting known as the Entaku Kaigi or roundtable conference at Tamayoshien, a prestigious Chinese restaurant in W Prefecture. Among those summoned to this influential roundtable is Inspector Matsunaga Nahoko, who aspires to pave the way for female police officers in a male-dominated and traditional prefectural police force. Nahoko's role involves uncovering mistakes and revealing the truth about cases to address issues before they escalate within the police force. Despite facing challenges from other female officers, Nahoko demonstrates her keen observation and insight in her work. While she strives to join the Entaku Kaigi, each woman at the roundtable seems to harbor their own secrets.

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Numbers(넘버스: 빌딩숲의 감시자들)

2023South Korea
CorruptionDramaMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace PoliticsWorkplace SettingAccountant Male LeadActionBromanceBusiness IndustryHigh School To Working LifeRevengeSmart Male LeadThriller

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Corruption, Drama, Mystery, Office Setting, Workplace Politics, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ho Woo, a recent high school graduate known for his remarkable memory, keen observation skills, and strong moral compass, makes history by becoming the newest addition to the leading accounting company in the nation

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Tetsu no Hone (2010)(鉄の骨)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessCorruptionDramaMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Corruption, and Drama themes with a 29% similarity match.

Tomishima Heita has been employed by a construction firm for three years, initially working on construction sites before being moved to the sales department. He becomes entangled in bid-rigging schemes within the company and learns that his father's death was linked to similar illegal activities. Now faced with the decision of either exposing the wrongdoing as a whistleblower or shielding the company he is employed by.

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Tetsu no Hone (2020)(鉄の骨)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessCorruptionDramaInvestigationMysteryLawLove TriangleMiniseriesPoliticalPsychologicalRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Corruption, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The character Heita in the story explores the concept of a "necessary evil" and grapples with moral dilemmas. After working in a construction company for four years, he is transferred to the business affairs department, which is often criticized by colleagues as the collusion department. Despite initial doubts, Heita becomes involved in securing a major contract and his company emerges successful. However, he faces scrutiny from a special prosecution team investigating political corruption.

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Dr. White(ドクターホワイト)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInvestigationMysteryComedyDoctor Female LeadEccentric Female LeadGenius Female LeadInchoate CrimeIntern Supporting CharacterMedicalWhite-Collar Crime

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the early hours of the morning, a woman dressed in white clothes is discovered collapsed in a park. Upon regaining consciousness, she identifies herself as Byakuya but has no recollection of any other details about her identity. Despite her lack of general knowledge, she possesses remarkable medical expertise and a talent for diagnosing illnesses with incredible accuracy. With minimal information, she is able to diagnose any disease, leading her to join a medical team at a hospital.

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Uketsuke no Jo(受付のジョー)

2022Japan
BusinessDramaOffice SettingWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Jo Takumi has been employed as a sales representative at an advertising firm for the past three years. Despite appearing confident, he constantly strives to meet the expectations of his colleagues. Surprisingly, his proposal to modernize the reception area, initially deemed unlikely to be approved, is given the green light. Jo Takumi is subsequently tasked with overseeing the dismissal of reception staff members, a decision that is met with resistance from the team. In an effort to better comprehend their roles, Jo Takumi decides to work alongside the reception team. Witnessing firsthand the challenges they face, his perspective on the necessity of layoffs begins to shift. Additionally, Jo Takumi harbors feelings for a female coworker within the company, with both of them having joined the firm at a similar time.

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Money Game(머니게임)

2020South Korea
BusinessCorruptionDramaInvestigationMysteryWorkplace ViolenceCharacter DevelopmentConspiracyHardworking Female LeadOrphan Female LeadPoliticalPower StruggleSchemeTeamwork

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Corruption, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Workplace Violence themes with a 29% similarity match.

Two decades following the IMF crisis, the narrative focuses on the conflict between the leader of the Financial Policy Bureau, who aims to divest Jungin Bank—teetering on the edge of insolvency and holding a third of the government’s ownership—and the Finance Chairman, who intends to hand it over to a private equity firm based in the Bahamas. Chae Yi Heon, an economic official, conceals his affluent background to gain respect based on his abilities. Heo Jae, the driven chairman, is prepared to go to any lengths to fulfill his ambitions, while Lee Hye Jun, a dedicated young employee just entering the workforce, prioritizes ethical principles.

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Payback: Money and Power(법쩐)

2023South Korea
BusinessCo-workers' RelationshipCorruptionDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMysteryBusiness IndustryFight For JusticeFinance IndustryFormer Prosecutor Female LeadRevengeRich Male LeadThrillerUncle-Nephew Relationship

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Co-workers' Relationship, Corruption, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Payback tells the tale of a group of individuals seeking vengeance, led by Eun Yong, a financial broker who refuses to stay quiet when faced with corrupt officials and battles a cartel colluding with the authorities

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New Plainclothes Policeman(新便衣警察)

2005China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Based on the book "Undercover Officer" by Hai Yan.

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Shimei to Tamashii no Limit(使命と魂のリミット)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The gripping narrative takes place in the cardiac surgery wing of a college hospital. Ishihara portrays a young medical intern with aspirations of becoming a cardiac surgeon, all while harboring suspicions about the true circumstances surrounding her father's death during a surgical procedure.

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Fukuie Keibuho no Aisatsu(福家警部補の挨拶)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Assistant Inspector Fukuie may not fit the typical image of an assistant inspector, but once she delves into an investigation, she becomes completely focused on uncovering the truth. She pays little attention to the hierarchical structure of the organization or the prospect of career advancement. If she has uncertainties, she will not hesitate to pursue her own line of inquiry, regardless of her superiors' opinions. On the other hand, her boss Inspector Ishimatsu holds a starkly contrasting perspective. He values organizational structure and discipline, adhering strictly to protocol. Since Fukuie joined his team, his pride has suffered as she often disregards his instructions to conduct investigations independently, eventually achieving success and enabling him to take credit for her accomplishments. Despite Ishimatsu's preference for conventional investigative methods, Fukuie's unorthodox approach consistently yields results that leave him feeling embarrassed.

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Saka no Ue no Akai Yane(坂の上の赤い屋根)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In a peaceful neighborhood stands a house topped with a crimson roof. Nearly two decades ago, a tragic event unfolded within its walls - the brutal murder of the parents by their own daughter, Aota Ayako, and her partner, Obuchi Hideyuki. This heinous crime captured global attention, especially when Hideyuki confessed to past acts of assaulting young girls in his book "A Premature Autobiography". Throughout the trial, it was revealed that Ayako had been manipulated by Hideyuki into committing the crime, leading to his death sentence and her life imprisonment. Some time later, a new author named Ogura Sana proposed a novel idea to Hashimoto Ryo, an editor at Todoroki Shobo, based on this tragic incident. As they delved into interviews with key figures involved, such as Obuchi Reiko - who married Hideyuki while in prison - and his former mistress and skilled editor, Ichikawa Seiko, they found themselves entangled in a web of dark emotions. Little did they know, a shocking revelation awaited them, hidden from the world's knowledge.

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Spy no Jinjibu(スパイの人事部)

2024Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace SettingCrimeEspionageMiniseriesNational Intelligence ServiceSpy Supporting Character

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

N'IA operates as a covert agency safeguarding the security of Japan

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Age Harassment(エイジハラスメント)

2015Japan
BusinessDramaOffice SettingWorkplace SettingWorkplace ViolenceFemale RivalryMiniseriesPoor Female LeadRivalrySuperior-Subordinate Relationship

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Setting, Workplace Setting, and Workplace Violence themes with a 28% similarity match.

Yoshii Emiri joins a trading company following the collapse of her family's business, which leads her to give up on pursuing her MBA aspirations. Placed in the general affairs division, she becomes disheartened by the mundane duties and dress code. Despite these challenges, she diligently works to settle her family's debts. Emiri encounters friction with senior women colleagues who hold animosity towards her, while male coworkers only appreciate her physical appearance and assign her insignificant tasks. Frustrated with her circumstances, Emiri decides to take matters into her own hands.

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Wild Bloom(风吹半夏)

2022China
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadWorkplace Setting1990sAge GapFriendshipMetal IndustryRomance

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

In the 1990s, Xu Ban Xia demonstrated remarkable vision and strength as she navigated through challenges in the male-dominated steel industry. Despite losing her mother at birth and receiving no care from her father, Xu Ban Xia grew into a resilient, proud, and fearless individual. Together with her friends Xiao Chen and TongXiao Qi, she entered the scrap steel transportation business, facing numerous difficulties with her adventurous spirit and practical approach. Despite the industry's male dominance, Xu Ban Xia managed to overcome obstacles and even survive life-threatening situations. Eventually, she expanded her business internationally, demonstrating a sharp market sense and a commitment to personal growth while also finding love.

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Inochi Urimasu(命売ります)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaInvestigationMysteryDeathLifeMiniseriesRomanceSuicide

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 28% similarity match.

Yamada Hanio transitioned from being a life insurance salesman to becoming a copywriter at an advertising agency. Despite having a successful career and enviable salary, he attempted to end his life one day while walking to work. His suicide attempt failed, leading him to start a unique business selling lives. As he responds to unusual requests, Hanio begins to confront the complexities of life.

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Keishicho Shissonin Sosaka(警視庁失踪人捜査課)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryFormer Detective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Takashiro Kengo used to be a detective in the 1st Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police. Ever since his daughter went missing, Kengo has become more reckless and less cautious. Currently, he is employed in the Missing Person Investigation Section of the Metropolitan Police, where he collaborates with his partner Myojin Megumi. (

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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Toshiro Side(彼女のウラ世界<TOSHIRO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesRomance

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Toshiro pops the question to his girlfriend Akiko after dating for three years

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Unmei no Hito(運命の人)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryHistoricalMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

In a 2009 novel by Yamasaki Toyoko, a journalist discovers a confidential agreement known as the "Okinawa pact" between the Japanese and American administrations. The deputy director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs plays a crucial role in this revelation.

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Doubletone - Futari no Yumi( ダブルトーン~2人のユミ~ )

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesRomance

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

In the novel "Daburuton" by Shinji Kajio, the story revolves around the unique friendship and conflicts between two individuals named Yumi, which surpasses all boundaries. Yumi Nakano, a successful career woman, and Yumi Tamura, a dedicated housewife, find themselves witnessing each other's daily lives in their dreams every night. As their memories and current realities start to intertwine, a series of unexpected events unfold. Adding to the complexity, Yumi Tamura's husband, Yohei Tamura, becomes romantically involved with both women named Yumi.

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Mousou Sousa(妄想捜査)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

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Kuwagata Koichi works as an associate professor in the Department of Literature at a lesser-known university. Despite being labeled as a skilled detective by society, he doesn't possess the typical qualities of a famous figure. While he may seem calm and composed on the outside, he harbors intense emotions within. Praise lifts his spirits, while criticism brings him down. His unconventional behavior attracts a series of challenges and mishaps, leading to a life filled with setbacks. However, he decides to turn over a new leaf, leaving behind his troubled past and embracing a more stylish lifestyle by tackling crises effortlessly in his role at the university. He tackles difficult problems with his ever-evolving creative ideas. His only confidante in his unconventional thought process is Shinno Hitomi, a sophomore studying literature at the university.

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Tenshi no Naifu(天使のナイフ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryCrimeMiniseries

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Takashi Hiyama is the manager of a cafe and has been raising his 4-year-old daughter alone since his wife Shoko passed away. Shoko was tragically killed by three 13-year-old boys several years ago. Despite being shielded by the Juvenile Act, the boys' actions resulted in Takashi and Shoko's mother facing intense media scrutiny. Despite the advice from Shoko's friend Kana Kurashina and cafe employee Yudai Chiba, Takashi decides to secretly search for the three boys. As the boys start to face mysterious attempts on their lives, detectives begin to suspect Takashi due to his previous threats of seeking revenge if the boys were not held accountable. In the midst of the chaos, Takashi is determined to uncover the truth about the boys' actions.

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Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!!(保育探偵25時~花咲慎一郎は眠れない!!~)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Shinichiro Hanasaki used to work as a detective for the police department, but now he runs a nursery called "Smiling Garden." In order to assist underprivileged families and single parents by offering affordable childcare, he operates on a very tight budget. To generate extra income, he decides to open a private detective agency at night. This storyline is based on the novel series "Hanasaki Shinichiro" by Shibata Yoshiki.

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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Akiko Side(彼女のウラ世界 <AKIKO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesRomance

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Toshiro pops the question to Akiko, his partner of three years

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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Prior to the liberation of Chongqing, Ye Da Long led a team from the PLA on secret missions in the area. Following the downfall of the national army, possessing the hidden spy list became crucial in controlling the underground network of Chongqing. Military special agent Ji Yu Tang has been feeling uneasy recently after discovering a pair of embroidered shoes in his boss Lin NanXuan's coffin during the funeral. Shen Chao took over as the head of public security after the liberation of the mountainous city of Chongqing.

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Kiraware Matsuko no Issho(嫌われ松子の一生)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryLifeOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

In 2006, the life of a woman takes a dark turn as love, misfortune, and recklessness lead to a downward spiral. The body of 56-year old Kawajiri Matsuko is discovered in her downtown apartment where she lived alone. Asuka is taken aback to learn that she had an aunt named Matsuko. Her father instructs Asuka to clean out Matsuko's living space. While sorting through Matsuko's cluttered room, Asuka stumbles upon a photograph. As she delves deeper into Matsuko's past, she questions why someone who appeared so happy with their family had to meet such a tragic end. Back in 1973, Matsuko, a recent graduate from a national university, began working as a junior high school teacher. When she covered up for a student who was caught stealing during a school trip, Matsuko faced disgrace and was ultimately expelled. Feeling trapped, Matsuko resorted to desperate measures, resulting in the death of her physically frail sister Kumi before fleeing from her childhood home. Despite her father's favoritism towards Kumi and strictness towards Matsuko, this was only the start of Kawajiri Matsuko's downfall.

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1972 Nagisa no Keika(1972 渚の螢火)

1972Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryNovel Adaptation1970sMiniseries

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The narrative unfolds when a cash transport truck, carrying a staggering one million dollars in US currency, is ambushed and subsequently disappears. Concerned that an incomplete yen-dollar exchange could lead to diplomatic tensions between Japan and the United States, the Ryukyu Police establish a covert special investigation unit to address the incident. Detective Maeda Taichi is designated as the leader of this team, which includes his former classmate and rival, Yonaha of the First Investigative Division, along with five additional team members. Together, they embark on their inquiry within an 18-day deadline, engaging with Okinawa's business sector, local gangs, and US military personnel.

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Roosevelt Game(ルーズヴェルト・ゲーム)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessCorruptionDramaWorkplace SettingCharacter DevelopmentDifficult AdulthoodGreedMiniseriesSportsTeamwork

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Corruption, Drama, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Hosokawa Mitsuru serves as the president of Aoshima Manufacturing, a medium-sized precision instrument manufacturer facing challenges from the economic downturn and strong competition within the industry. Hosokawa joined Aoshima Manufacturing later in his career and was promoted to president by the company's founder and chairman, Aoshima Tsuyoshi, due to his skills and capabilities. However, his promotion over long-time executives at the company was met with criticism. Following his appointment, the company struggled due to the global recession stemming from a financial crisis. As president, Hosokawa is now tasked with ensuring the survival of Aoshima Manufacturing amidst these difficult circumstances. How will he navigate this significant challenge?

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The Coming Through(奇蹟的女兒)

2018Taiwan
Novel AdaptationDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadWorkplace SettingWorkplace Violence1970sAbuse Of PowerNaive Male LeadSexual ViolenceSmart Female LeadWarm Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Workplace Setting, and Workplace Violence themes with a 26% similarity match.

The novel "Factory Circle Girl" by Yang Qing Chu portrays Taiwan during the 1970s, a period marked by the country's economic growth and the struggles faced by Taiwanese laborers on a daily basis.

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Kono yo ni Tayasui Shigoto wa Nai(この世にたやすい仕事はない)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationBusinessInvestigationMysteryFriendshipLifeMiniseries

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Kasumi lands a position as a teacher at a primary school, realizing a long-held aspiration. However, her intense dedication to her work leads to burnout, prompting her to resign at the age of 28. In search of new employment, Kasumi takes on temporary roles and crosses paths with enigmatic colleague Masakado from Hello Work.

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The Investigator(简言的夏冬)

2022China
BusinessDramaInvestigationMysteryWorkplace SettingClassmates' RelationshipCrimeFraudFriendshipTax Investigator Female LeadTax Investigator Male LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Business, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

A tale of risk management revolves around a group of investigators collaborating to combat fraud. Xia Dong, an investigator at a global risk management firm, is deeply committed to upholding professional ethics. Assigned a task to uncover the truth behind a past incident that led to his wrongful accusation while studying overseas, Xia Dong relocates from the company's US headquarters to its Shanghai branch. At the Shanghai office, he reunites with Jian Yan, a former schoolmate who now works as an investigator. Through his unwavering righteousness and compassion, Xia Dong swiftly resolves past misunderstandings. As they conduct a background check on a company, Xia Dong and Jian Yan face threats to their lives due to intervening in the family disputes of Lin Jun Wen, an old classmate. Despite the dangers, Xia Dong and Jian Yan remain steadfast in their commitment to upholding integrity in the corporate world.

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The Long Night(沉默的真相)

2020China
Novel AdaptationCorruptionDramaInvestigationMysteryConspiracyCrime Against MoralityPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Corruption, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

The murder case initially seemed straightforward, with numerous witnesses observing the suspect attempting to dispose of a body and a confession from the suspect himself. However, as the case progressed to court, the prosecutor uncovered that there was more to the situation than met the eye. The murder turned out to be a facade for a more disturbing injustice. The prosecutor dedicated a decade of his life unraveling the truth, sacrificing his youth, career, reputation, family, and ultimately his life in the process. (DramaWiki)

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The Ideal City(理想之城)

2021China
Novel AdaptationBusinessDramaWorkplace SettingWorkplace ViolenceArchitecture IndustryCharacter DevelopmentConstruction IndustryEngineer Female LeadHardworking Female LeadLifeRomance

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Business, Drama, Workplace Setting, and Workplace Violence themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative follows the experiences of a cost engineer working in an architectural company and her development in a predominantly male-dominated field in China. Su Xiao, at the height of her professional success, falls in love with Xia Ming but faces setbacks that lead to her suppression and demotion. With the support of her father, she rebuilds her self-assurance, endures immense challenges, and advocates for her career advancement. (Baidu)

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Stepfather Step( ステップファザー・ステップ)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryFamilyIdentical Twin Male LeadThief Male Lead

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

The story of Stepfather Step follows a talented criminal who finds himself unexpectedly becoming the stepfather of twin children after their parents pass away. Despite having no family of his own, he uses his expertise from his past to not only care for the twins but also solve mysterious events occurring in their community.

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ICAC Investigators 2019(廉政行動2019)

2019Hong Kong
CorruptionDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPolice Department SettingPolice Procedural

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Corruption, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

ICAC Investigators is a well-established collection of Hong Kong TV miniseries that focus on the efforts of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) in Hong Kong. These TV shows are created by Radio Television Hong Kong, a government department that operates independently, in close collaboration with the ICAC. Each installment showcases true stories handled by the Commission, aiming to raise public awareness about corruption and promote the ICAC's image.

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Tokumei Kakarichou Tadano Hitoshi(特命係長只野仁)

2003Japan
CorruptionDramaInvestigationMysteryAdapted From A MangaAdvertising Agency SettingSocial Issues

Like Hanasaki Mai ga Damattenai, this drama also features Corruption, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tadano Hitoshi holds the position of assistant manager at an advertising firm, appearing unremarkable and ineffective to most. Despite colleagues questioning why such a passive and seemingly inept individual has not been let go, the CEO depends heavily on him as a crucial asset to the company. Unbeknownst to many, Hitoshi's facade as a lackluster employee is merely a front for his true role. He is entrusted by the CEO with special covert missions to combat corruption within the company.