Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises - Asian drama recommendation
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Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises(はつ恋とビー玉 ~10の約束~)

2021Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomance

A love story blossoming between two friends who have known each other since childhood.

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Recommendation: Happy Together (2009) similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Happy Together (2009)( 青梅竹馬 )

2009Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceFamily

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

This tale follows the lives of four childhood companions - Qing Qing, Ruo Mei, Cai Zhu, and Ma Jun. Ruo Mei harbors affection for Ma Jun, yet her feelings are unreciprocated. Qing Qing and Cai Zhu have been romantically involved for a few years, but encounter difficulties when Cai Zhu's biological mother resurfaces. Disapproving of Qing Qing, she endeavors to sabotage their relationship.

Recommendation: Friends Fall in Love similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Friends Fall in Love(不想和你做朋友)

2021China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceComedyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Jiang Mei Shan and Tian Chuan have been close friends since they were in third grade cram school. Despite facing many obstacles that prevented them from confessing their feelings, they managed to maintain a strong bond for five years. Eventually, they took a bold step to confess their love for each other, transitioning from friends to lovers. As a new couple, they encountered typical challenges faced by young pairs, such as dealing with jealousy, past relationships, and unwanted attention.

Recommendation: Golden Rainbow similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Golden Rainbow(황금 무지개 )

2013South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceDramaFamilyMelodramaRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Seven siblings, orphaned and bound by a bond stronger than that of biological relatives, are juxtaposed with a family related by blood that is fracturing due to its own avarice, prompting a reflection on the true essence of family and happiness. The narrative primarily follows Jang Ha Bin/Kim Baek Won, a girl who becomes a police officer, and Do Young, a boy who pursues a career as a prosecutor. He finds himself falling in love with her once more after she previously shattered his heart. (MBC, DramaWiki)

Recommendation: A Little Love Song similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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A Little Love Song(我的盖世英雄)

2019China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceNovel AdaptationSchool SettingSportsYouth

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Childhood friends Li Tao and Zhang Sheng form a strong bond through tennis, supporting each other against their families' disapproval. Zhang Sheng backs Li Tao's tennis ambitions, while Li Tao encourages her when she faces a career-threatening injury. Overcoming obstacles, they fall in love. Wei Chang, Zhang Sheng's loyal protector, and Fu Meng Meng, who harbors feelings for him, also pursue their dreams and love fearlessly. Despite facing challenges, these youngsters mature with determination and courage. ~

Recommendation: Volleyball Lover similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Volleyball Lover(我的排隊情人 (我的排队情人))

2010Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceCharacter DevelopmentComedySportsUnrequited LoveVolleyball

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Having grown up together, Bai Qian Rui and Xin Hai Jing never considered each other as anything more than friends. Therefore, it was not surprising when Hai Xing asked Qian Rui to assist the volleyball team, Qian Rui attempted various excuses to avoid it. He was more focused on pursuing a relationship with the lovely Jia Kai Lin rather than working hard with his close friend. However, joining the team turned out to be the catalyst they needed to transition their longstanding friendship into something deeper.

Recommendation: Honno Switch similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Honno Switch(ホンノウスイッチ)

2025Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceAdapted From A MangaCohabitationDramaEx Comes BackMiniseries

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Following a breakup with her boyfriend, Koyori sought solace at the home of her longtime friend Hijiri. Unexpectedly, she ended up spending the night with him after drowning her sorrows in alcohol. Hijiri confessed his love for her, leaving Koyori conflicted about their long-standing friendship. The situation is delicate as she faces the risk of losing everything if their relationship doesn't work out. Adding to the complexity, her ex-boyfriend expresses a desire to reconcile. Koyori must make a decision before it's too late. (Kodansha.us)

Recommendation: Saishu Resha de Hajimaru Koi similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Saishu Resha de Hajimaru Koi(最終列車で始まる恋)

2023Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceDramaMeet AgainMiniseries

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Haru once realized his dream but eventually abandoned it. Now living in Nagoya, his hometown, he harbors a deep mistrust of others and lacks a clear sense of purpose. One night, on his way to work, he unexpectedly encounters his childhood friend Mako on the last train of the evening after 15 years apart. Mako used to look up to Haru, prompting him to fabricate a series of small lies to live up to her expectations. As Haru reconnects with Mako, his emotions start to shift, but what will become of this love founded on deceit?

Recommendation: The Bean Chaff of My Life similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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The Bean Chaff of My Life(내 인생의 콩깍지)

2003South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceDramaMelodramaMusical

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

In the unique tale of two close friends discovering love, The Essence of My Life is a charming and humorous story about a pair seeking their ideal partners. With intermittent musical interludes, this cheerful production showcases singing and dancing as it narrates the journey of two perfectionists who fail to see each other's potential. Eun Young and Gyung Soo cross paths in their early twenties during a local election campaign. Despite being complete opposites in personality, aspirations, and demeanor, they clash and go their separate ways. Fast forward 12 years, they are now in their thirties, still seemingly different in every aspect except their shared goal of finding true love. As friends, they decide to assist each other in this pursuit. A contemporary comedy revolving around love, marriage, and societal expectations, Bean Chaff poses the question: can two individuals who never envisioned a romantic future together finally mature and grasp the essence of love?

Recommendation: Persevere, Goo Hae Ra similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Persevere, Goo Hae Ra(칠전팔기 구해라)

2015South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceLove TriangleMusicYouth

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Goo Hae Ra, an aspiring artist, is on a quest for fame. She hopes to share her late father's music but encounters several challenges along the way. Hae Ra then teams up with twin brothers as they pursue their dreams of stardom on the musical contest "Superstar K2."

Recommendation: Riders: Catch Tomorrow similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Riders: Catch Tomorrow(라이더스: 내일을 잡아라)

2015South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceBusinessDramaLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Cha Ki Joon is a highly educated young man who embarks on his career with an impressive entry-level position at a major company. However, he finds himself dissatisfied with his life. In a spontaneous decision, Ki Joon chooses to resign from his job and launch a new venture alongside his childhood friends, Yoon So Dam and Go Tae Ra. So Dam has been juggling various part-time positions while pursuing her dream of becoming an illustrator. Tae Ra, a former competitive cyclist, opts to join Ki Joon in his entrepreneurial endeavor, which involves creating rickshaws of all things. As the trio navigates the challenges of adulthood, evolving friendships, and emerging romantic connections, can their unconventional business thrive?

Recommendation: Manatsu no Merry Christmas similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Manatsu no Merry Christmas(真夏のメリークリスマス)

2000Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceMiniseriesOrphan Female LeadOrphan Male Lead

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Ryo, a former professional boxer, transitions into a debt collector for a loan shark. He was raised in an orphanage in Okinawa Prefecture alongside Haru, Natsumi, an aspiring actress, and two others. One of them is now a lawyer who has helped Ryo out of trouble, while the other was fortunate enough to be adopted by a wealthy family. Haru, also adopted, has never ventured beyond the island where she was raised. After her adoptive mother passes away, she decides to travel to Tokyo in search of their old group. Unfamiliar with the ways of the modern city, she narrowly avoids falling victim to the sex industry upon arriving in Tokyo, but Ryo intervenes just in time to rescue her.

Recommendation: Worth Love, Bo Ram (2019) similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Worth Love, Bo Ram (2019)(연애 기다린 보람)

2019South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceComedyMiniseriesTourism Industry

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Kang Bo Ram is a dedicated public servant employed in Ulsan's tourism sector. She takes on the responsibility of organizing the 'Go Bok Soo' Song Festival and sets out to identify a worthy contestant for the grand prize. Bo Ram reconnects with her childhood friend Kyung Seok, who has returned to intervene in his parents' divorce. Together, they formulate a strategy to assist Kyung Seok's father in participating in the song festival. (K-Plus)

Recommendation: Quarrelsome Lovely In-Laws similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Quarrelsome Lovely In-Laws(冤家亲家)

2014China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceDramaFamilyLove Triangle

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative follows the lives of Liu Su Zhen, Wang Guo Sheng, and Zhou Hong Wei, who were classmates during their middle school years in the early 1980s. Wang Guo Sheng and Zhou Hong Wei share a close friendship, but they both develop feelings for Liu Su Zhen. The plot unfolds with a sequence of events that occur after Liu Su Zhen unintentionally marries Wang Guo Sheng.

Recommendation: Fantastic Girlfriend similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Fantastic Girlfriend(变身女友)

2018China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceDissociative Identity DisorderIllnessMental Illness

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A tale of a compassionate woman with multiple personas and her dedicated partner. Hai Can, the CEO of a entertainment firm, comes back from overseas and unexpectedly meets Yu Tong, a school teacher. A childhood friend of his, Yu Tong's hand scar confirms her identity. As Hai Can tries to bond with her, he uncovers her two alternate personas - a skilled martial artist named Ah Jian and a stunning woman named Kaili. Their relationship grows closer, but complications arise due to Hai Can's former girlfriend and Yu Tong's other personalities vying for control.

Recommendation: Agreed Not to Cry similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Agreed Not to Cry(说好不流泪)

2013China
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

A tale of renewal and transformation chronicles the journey of a humble family. Following a 14-year stint in prison, Jian Leng embarks on a quest to reconstruct his life and unexpectedly finds solace in a woman who runs an art gallery, carrying emotional scars from her past marriage. Leng Jian's wife was tragically assaulted 14 years earlier, leading him to retaliate against the perpetrator, leaving the man paralyzed for life. As a consequence, Leng Jian receives an 18-year prison sentence for his actions. Upon his early release after serving 14 years, Leng Jian is disheartened to find that neither his estranged younger sister Leng Shan nor his son Leng Tianyou, whom he has never met, are there to greet him. Leng Shan's close friend Yuan Shan is the proprietor of an art gallery and is in a respectful yet passionless marriage with her wealthy husband Cai Yonghao. Their relationship deteriorates due to the interference of a third party. In aiding Yuan Shan in finding love once more, Leng Jian discovers himself developing feelings for her, and the two wounded souls embark on a journey of healing through each other's companionship.

Recommendation: Women on the Breadfruit Tree similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Women on the Breadfruit Tree(麵包樹上的女人)

2015China
FriendshipRomanceDrama

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

This story follows three close friends on a quest to locate a tree that produces bread, which they believe belongs to them. The concept of 'bread' in this context could represent material wealth, vanity, or even be symbolic. These three friends first met at the age of 13 while playing volleyball, and their bond grew as they navigated the challenges and joys of growing up together. Throughout their journey, they experienced the complexities of first love, emotional highs and lows, and the challenges of loving and being loved. Each friend shared their unique perspectives on relationships, with discussions ranging from the allure of bad boys to the importance of finding a partner who brings happiness. Ultimately, the story delves into the age-old dilemma faced by women - choosing between material comfort ('bread') and emotional fulfillment through love.

Recommendation: Beijing Drifters Love Story similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Beijing Drifters Love Story(北漂爱情故事)

2019China
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Wu Yu Chao, a university graduate working in an office, decided to move into a shared house in Tiantongyuan to be closer to his crush, Lu XiaoYan, from college. In this new living arrangement, he encountered a diverse group of young individuals, each with their own unique stories. One of them is Liu Yi Dong, a 20-year-old rebellious high school graduate whose mother, Sister Lan, and stepfather moved in with her after their divorce. Another resident is ZhangJian, a 26-year-old real estate agent who struggles with the fast-paced life in Beijing due to his poor performance. Qin Yun Juan, 23, works as a KTV waiter and dreams of bringing her daughter from her hometown to live with her. Tang Xiao Rou, 27, is an aspiring internet celebrity who hopes to make a living through live streaming. Despite their differences, these six individuals bond over a shared experience of standing up against a difficult landlord situation. Through this common struggle, they develop trust, friendship, and work together towards achieving their desired lives and dreams. The shared house becomes a microcosm of urban youth, where emotions run high, decisions are made, and life goes on for those who choose to stay.

Recommendation: Define Your Own Success similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Define Your Own Success(追分成功)

2023Taiwan
FriendshipRomanceDrama

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Summer Wind similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Summer Wind(被风吹过的夏天)

2022China
FriendshipRomanceOrgan Transplantation

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

A heart transplant connects the lives of Xia Yuan Xing, a talented musician from Chongqing, with Luo Jia Heng, a wealthy man from Singapore. After receiving Xia Yuan Xing's heart, Luo Jia Heng found himself drawn back to Chongqing, where he encountered Xia Yuan Xing's old friends: Yu Xiao Xiao, Dai Ying Xi, and Cheng Feng Ming. The four of them embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, and tears.

Recommendation: Yummy Yummy similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Yummy Yummy

2005Hong Kong
FriendshipRomanceFood

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

A culinary competition program that travels between Singapore and Hong Kong features a group of contestants vying to win their own restaurant. The show also explores a romantic entanglement involving Gai Zai, Mandy, Ling Mong, and Oh Sieu.

Recommendation: Diamond Girl similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Diamond Girl(ダイヤモンドガール)

2003Japan
FriendshipRomanceBusiness

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

A young woman who has had an easy life experiences a romantic setback that motivates her to start a new career at a law firm, a field she is unfamiliar with. This romantic comedy follows her journey as she navigates love and work, discovering the true value of a person as she strives to become a capable and respected woman. Reika Nanjo, with her radiant beauty, has always believed that physical appearance is a woman's most important asset. After her engagement to Shinichiro Natsume is unexpectedly called off, she rushes back to Japan to confront him. Unable to meet with him at his law office without an appointment, she disguises herself as a job applicant and lands a position at the firm. Her supervisor, Kosuke Nabeshima, is a unique and unconventional lawyer who stands out from the elite crowd.

Recommendation: Kekkon Shinai similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Kekkon Shinai(結婚しない)

2012Japan
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Tanaka Chiharu works as a temporary staff member at a travel agency and is currently 34 years old. She hasn't been in a relationship for more than five years and is feeling anxious about not being able to find a partner, especially as her friends of similar age are all getting married. On the other hand, Kirishima Haruko, a successful landscape architect, is 44 years old and has been involved in a long-term affair with her boss. Due to this, she has taken a more long-term approach to romance and has resigned herself to not getting married. Despite their age and personality differences, Chiharu and Haruko meet for the first time at Chiharu's sister's wedding and immediately hit it off. They decide to live together at Haruko's place, leading to a delightful and sometimes turbulent interaction between them. While they often argue, they also provide each other with much-needed support. Kudo Junpei, a 32-year-old part-time employee at a flower shop, is a kind-hearted and sensitive individual who is hesitant when it comes to love. He lacks the confidence to marry and take care of someone else, let alone a whole family.

Recommendation: Pretty Woman (2003) similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Pretty Woman (2003)(귀여운 여인)

2003South Korea
FriendshipRomanceDrama

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Persuading men to purchase luxury items for her, Jang Shin Young trades these items for money to support herself and her incarcerated mother. One of these men, Kwon Hae Hyo, uses his friend's funds to buy Jang luxury goods. Upon discovering this, his friend, Jung Sun Kyung, is determined to locate the culprit. Jung, a dedicated college professor who works as a milk delivery person in the mornings to make ends meet, is shaken by the jokes played by her student Lee Ji Hoon, who initially dislikes her. Surprisingly, Lee gradually develops feelings for Jung, while Jang falls for Lee's wealthy older brother, Jung Bo Suhk. Jung Bo Suhk, a divorced playboy with a teenage daughter, eventually wins Jang's heart with his true self. Despite facing challenges such as age and class differences, the sons of the Seine Hotel president, Jung Bo Suhk and Lee Ji Hoon, both fall for Jang Shin Young and Jung Sun Kyung. In a society plagued by widening wealth gaps, Jang Shin Young and Jung Sun Kyung lean on each other during tough times to blossom into elegant women.

Recommendation: Finding Love (2007) similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Finding Love (2007)(연애의 발견)

2007South Korea
FriendshipRomanceMiniseries

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the intertwining tales of love and friendship experienced by four young individuals, set against a backdrop of both reality and romance. Kim Yoon Seo finds herself torn between her ideal partner, Ji Won, and her long-time friend, Kang Hyuk, who has been in her life for a decade. However, Min Yong is already committed to Chae Yi Yun.

Recommendation: I, My Brother similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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I, My Brother(我和我的兄弟~恩)

2011Taiwan
FriendshipRomanceFamily

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Da Hui, a 19-year-old, grew up in challenging circumstances alongside his older brother Da En, who is 20 years old but has the intellectual capacity of a 10-year-old. After losing their parents, they have relied on their grandmother for support. Da Hui had a simple love with his childhood friend Lu Wei Wei, but their relationship ended due to fate, leaving them with regrets.

Recommendation: Fujin Street - Stories of the Street similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Fujin Street - Stories of the Street(富錦街-這條街上的那些故事)

2017Taiwan
FriendshipRomanceLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Sen, a Malaysian native, migrated to Taiwan for educational purposes where he crossed paths with Xin Yan. Their romance took an unexpected turn when Xin Yan decided to pursue studies overseas. Years later, the duo reunites on a familiar street, their appearances altered by time but their emotions unchanged. The narrative revolves around the events unfolding on Fujin Street involving the couple and their circle of friends, reflecting relatable experiences encountered by many.

Recommendation: Tae Hee, Hye Kyo, Ji Hyun similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Tae Hee, Hye Kyo, Ji Hyun(태희혜교지현이)

2009South Korea
FriendshipRomanceFamily

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

The show is characterized by its upbeat portrayal of the lives of its female protagonists, along with their relatives and companions.

Recommendation: Chinese Partner similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Chinese Partner(中国式合伙人)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceBusiness

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

Chinese Partner follows the story of three close male friends as they navigate the transition from inexperienced university students in the 1990s to prominent figures in the field of IT. As they strive towards their shared ambitions, their loyalty to each other and their aspirations is put to the test.

Recommendation: Feel 100% (2002) similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Feel 100% (2002)(百分百感覺)

2002Hong Kong
FriendshipRomanceManhua Adaptation

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 40% similarity match.

The primary characters consist of two close male companions, Jerry and Hui Lok, along with their female acquaintance, Cherie. The narrative focuses on their interactions with others, such as Jenny and Kei Kei, as well as among themselves.

Recommendation: The Girls' Lies similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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The Girls' Lies(恋人的谎言)

2023China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A tale about deceit impacting two close friends in the workplace as they navigate their past and new romantic opportunities. Shu Fei and Lin Fei share a bond similar to that of sisters. During their time in college, Lin Fei caught the attention of their senior Qi Ran, although she did not reciprocate his feelings. Wanting to spare Qi Ran from heartache, Shu Fei pretended to be Lin Fei in their correspondence. After graduation, both friends landed jobs at a television shopping network. Shu Fei's misunderstanding with Director Lan Tian led her to believe he was inappropriate, while she also discovered that Qi Ran was their boss, causing tension as he focused his attention on Lin Fei. Shu Fei chose to concentrate on work and grew closer to Lan Tian. Meanwhile, Lin Fei remained dedicated to her job and seized an opportunity stemming from Shu Fei's lie.

Recommendation: Friend and Kiss similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Friend and Kiss(친구와 키스)

2021South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceBest Friends RelationshipMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yeo Bin experienced a dream where Young Jae professed his feelings for her while giving someone a piggyback ride, leaving her puzzled by its vividness. (Youtube)

Recommendation: Happy Enemy similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Happy Enemy(門當互懟愛上你)

2022Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceComedyCompetitive Female LeadCompetitive Male LeadRivalry

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Since birth, Wu Pei Pei and Li Yu Xuan have been in constant competition with each other. Raised as neighbors, their parents always compared them. Despite their fathers' rivalry, Pei Pei and Yu Xuan managed to form a secret friendship until a tragic event tore them apart. Now adults, they continue to live side by side but struggle to move past the past incident that drove them apart. With their fathers still pitting them against each other, Pei Pei and Yu Xuan maintain their competitive spirit, pushing each other to new heights. Despite their ongoing rivalry, there is a hidden bond between them that could bring them together. Can they set aside their differences and let love prevail, or will their rivalry keep them apart forever?

Recommendation: Strike Love similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Strike Love(2009 외인구단)

2009South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceBaseballFirst LoveLove TriangleSports

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Oh Hye Seong, who was skilled at skipping stones during his childhood, had a deep affection for Choi Eom Ji. As friends from a young age, Eom Ji brought warmth to Hye Seong's life. A decade later, Hye Seong has become a professional baseball player and encounters Eom Ji once more. She is now in a relationship with another childhood friend, Ma DongTa. One day, Hye Seong conceals an injury he sustained as a pitcher and manages to throw a flawless game. Following that performance, he mysteriously vanishes. Years later, Hye Seong reappears alongside other baseball players, each with their own melancholic tales, often regarded as misfits. They are collectively referred to as "Kyongpyoii Woeinjudan."

Recommendation: Coffee House similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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Coffee House(커피하우스)

2010South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceComedyLove TriangleWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Lee Jin Soo achieved great success after penning numerous thriller novels, earning a reputation as a skilled author. He is employed by Seo Eun Young, the head of the largest publishing house in Korea, and shares a long-standing friendship with her. Jin Soo boasts a significant fan base, particularly among women, and appears to be an ideal partner for anyone. However, what remains hidden from everyone is his quirky and sardonic nature, his multitude of unusual habits, and a deep-seated secret. The person tasked with managing his eccentricities is his secretary, Kang Seung Yeon, who pleaded for this position to advance her career beyond her average capabilities. Additionally, the situation is complicated by the return of Han Ji Won, Eun Young's former fiancé, whom she cannot stand. Ji Won is determined to win Eun Young back, but her affections are focused on Jin Soo.

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Between Friendship and Love Season 2(사당보다 먼 의정부보다 가까운 시즌2)

2017South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceBreak UpComedyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The bond between two friends who reside far apart from each other is characterized by their ability to offer comfort in times of need, resulting in a connection that is rich in love yet fraught with challenges. (WikiDrama)

Recommendation: I Need Romance Season 2 similar to Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises
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I Need Romance Season 2(로맨스가 필요해 2012)

2012South Korea
Friends To LoversFriendshipRomanceCold Man-Warm WomanComedyFemale Chases Male FirstSecond Chance Romance

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The story revolves around the decade-long connection between Yoon Seok Hyun and Joo Yeol Mae, marked by numerous breakups and reconciliations throughout their time together. Frustrated and seeking affection in a different direction, Joo Yeol Mae begins to pursue Shin Ji Hoon, leaving Yoon Seok Hyun to watch with jealousy.

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Silent Tears(女人不哭)

2006China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBusinesswoman Female LeadDramaSisters' Relationship

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

After the passing of Zhang Zi Jun's parents, she took on the role of older sister to her brother and sister. Despite facing numerous challenges, she displayed resilience and eventually achieved success as a businesswoman. (Wikipedia)

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Apple in Your Eye(妹妹)

2014Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceCohabitationDramaMultiple MainsUnrequited Love

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The Zhou family had high expectations of having a son, but were disheartened when Zhou Ji Wei was born as a girl, becoming the third daughter in the family. Due to being seen as a disappointment, she only received hand-me-downs from her older sisters. Despite feeling unloved by her own family, she found comfort in the love and care shown by her neighbor, Dai Nai Nai. It was through Dai Nai Nai that she met Dai Yao Qi, who she tried to bond with as a sister, even though he had never desired a sister. Through her efforts to be close to him as a sister, she gradually realized that her feelings for him were not sibling love, but something more.

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Once and Forever(曾少年)

2023China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriends To LoversFriendshipRomanceNovel AdaptationAge GapFlashback To PastLifeSecret CrushWeb SeriesYouth

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

During the early 2000s, Xie Qiao enrolls at Beiqing University, where He Xiao Zhou, the person she secretly admires, is a student. Qin Chuan, her childhood sweetheart who is studying overseas, has feelings for her but keeps them hidden while playfully teasing her. When Qian Xi, Xie Qiao's roommate, starts a relationship with He Xiao Zhou, Xie Qiao's unrequited love comes to an end. Qin Chuan returns home to start a business for her and encourages her to discover her life's purpose. Eventually, they end up together. As time passes, these young individuals embark on their own journeys in life, experiencing various challenges and triumphs. Although their paths diverge, the determination and vigor of their youth continue to propel them forward.

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City of Angels (2015)(天使的城)

2015China
FriendshipRomanceDramaLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

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Embarrassed People a Happy Life(囧人的幸福生活)

2012China
FriendshipRomanceDramaFamily

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

This year's drama resonated with Chinese audiences, focusing on themes such as housing prices, love, and marriage. The storyline revolved around a group of young individuals striving to achieve their dreams despite facing harsh realities. Ma Xiaodong, born in the 1980s, faced challenges after getting married and securing a bank loan to buy a house without informing his girlfriend, leading to a series of unfortunate events. Meanwhile, Liang Meili, a white-collar worker, struggled to sell an apartment to support her family amid financial difficulties. Through ups and downs, the characters navigated through work-related issues, personal differences, and parental expectations, all while seeking love, stability, and a place to call home. Ultimately, their perseverance and mutual support helped them overcome obstacles and find happiness in creating a warm and loving home.

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Scent of a Woman (2012)(青春四十)

2012China
FriendshipRomanceDramaSismance

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

The plot centers around three women in their forties: Ye Hong, a cashier at a supermarket, Du Xiao Ling, a lawyer, and Song Qing, who has recently returned from living abroad. Ye Hong, after divorcing her gambling-addicted ex-husband, moves into a room in a house owned by He Jing, a taxi driver who is also divorced. The situation becomes complicated when He Jing's ex-wife and Ye Hong's ex-husband both move in at the same time, leading to awkward interactions among the four residents. This drama addresses the prevalent issue of single middle-aged individuals, showcasing the perspectives of urban dwellers on marriage and relationships. It follows the journey of these women as they navigate their lives, pursue happiness, and demonstrate strength and resilience.

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Bosom Friend( 新閨蜜時代)

2014China
FriendshipRomanceDramaLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative follows three young women navigating life in a bustling city, experiencing various stages of growth and development together.

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Return of Happiness(幸福归来)

2015China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceBirth SecretBusinessFamily RelationshipIdentity SwapUnrequited Love

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yu You Wei was unknowingly stripped of her wealthy heiress status and replaced by a different girl when she was young. With the assistance of Han Ming, she sets out to pursue her dream of sailing. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges, including uncovering the truth about her true identity.

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Stardom(明星志愿)

2016China
FriendshipRomanceFantasyMusic

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

Lin Fen Fen is striving to achieve her dream of becoming a singer, despite facing rejection in auditions. After a fortunate turn of events, she catches the attention of a company and embarks on her journey in idol training. Despite encountering challenges and putting in a lot of effort, Fen Fen perseveres in pursuit of her aspirations, forms new bonds, and finds love along the way.

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Qing Chun Peng You Quan(青春朋友圈)

2016China
FriendshipRomanceComedyYouth

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

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Mary Sue & Jack Sue(玛丽苏遇上杰克苏)

2017China
FriendshipRomanceComedyLife

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

The plot follows three young women with distinct personalities as they navigate their romantic relationships. Ai Ma is an aspiring actress facing challenges in her career, Niu Su Su excels as a sales consultant, and Li Zhi is a talented and attractive individual. By chance, the three women end up living together and form a strong bond of friendship. Their lives are intertwined with various male characters, including the dependable childhood friend Su Zhi Huan, the successful CEO Gao Li Sen, charming Tang Tang, reserved Li Ke Li, and carefree Jiang Mo Jie. Through the exploration of these diverse characters, the drama delves into the differing values and beliefs surrounding love among modern city dwellers, using the terms "Mary Sue" and "Jack Sue" to highlight the idealized nature of the characters.

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Waiting for You in a Long Time(在悠长的时光里等你)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceWeb SeriesYouth

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

A tale depicting the experiences of individuals from the 1990s generation, showcasing both moments of happiness and sadness. The story revolves around four characters who share a hidden secret. Following a high school incident, Luo Xi undergoes a transformation into a submissive and fragile individual upon entering university. Upon discovering that Luo Xi was the one who saved him in the past, Li Xin decides to assist her in reclaiming the lost part of herself. Despite facing awkward situations during their youth, each character harbors a hidden truth in their heart. When confronted with decisions regarding family, friendship, and love, what path will they choose?

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Mushroom Law(发酵吧,创业菌!)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceBusinessWorkplace Setting

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

A tale of young entrepreneurs from the post-90s generation. When a group of six individuals join forces, they rely on their own abilities rather than their privileged backgrounds to pursue their aspirations. Qiao Xi Man, a successful student in the US, decides to leave school against her mother's wishes in order to start a new business in China with her boyfriend, Hao Fan, and Song Shang Ji. Despite fitting the stereotype of a wealthy young person, Song Shang Ji is willing to make sacrifices for his dreams, even if it means facing disapproval from his family. With a talent for programming, he is determined and confident in his pursuit of success.

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Monster Emperor(半妖皇帝)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceFantasyHistorical

Like Hatsukoi to Marbles: 10 Promises, this drama also features Friendship and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

A tale of a demon prince who loses his royal position and is appointed as a constable. Teaming up with his lover, companion, and ally, he fights against evil to uphold justice. During a turbulent era ruled by an ailing and feeble King, his sons scheme to seize the throne. The 7th Prince Xun Yan stays away from palace intrigues. Speculations circulate that he is the offspring of a demon and despite his exceptional talents, he faces rejection due to his heritage and lives recklessly. When Xun Yan accidentally harms the Crown Prince while saving the 9th Princess, the King removes his title and assigns him as a constable in Jinyuan County. In a brothel, a man dies mysteriously in Ru Yue's chambers. Xun Yan utilizes his extraordinary powers to uncover the true culprit. Forming new friendships, he embarks on a journey of solving crimes, all while a palace conspiracy unfolds.