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Hello Harinezumi(ハロー張りネズミ)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDetective Agency SettingDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Located in Shimo Akatsuka within Tokyo's Itabashi ward, the Akatsuka Detective Agency operates discreetly above a small snack shop owned by their landlord. Founded by the unconventional chief Kaze Kaoru and her two investigators, Goro and Gure, the agency specializes in handling unusual cases that others shy away from. Their guiding principle is to be both empathetic and intrusive, leading them to immerse themselves in peculiar situations with their clients. While they are sometimes driven by the prospect of selling a sensational story to the media, they also take on pro bono work. Despite their rough demeanor and constant struggle to make rent, the team always manages to find innovative solutions by approaching mysteries with passion, even when success is uncertain. Their ranks are later joined by Ranko, initially a client, as well as other companions they encounter on their adventures.

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Recommendation: Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei(帰ってこさせられた33分探偵)

2009Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Rokuro Kurama is a fan of detective stories and mysteries, as well as a private investigator. In every installment, he aims to crack a straightforward case in under 33 minutes. However, due to his lack of sharpness, Rokuro Kurama frequently makes errors.

Recommendation: 33pun Tantei similar to Hello Harinezumi
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33pun Tantei(33分探偵)

2008Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 67% similarity match.

Kurama Rokuro works as a private investigator who has a passion for detective stories and mysteries. Despite his belief in ghosts and UFOs, he has a strong aversion to blood and corpses. Although he possesses keen insight and a vivid imagination, his conclusions are often based on speculation. In cases where he wrongly accuses individuals, he makes amends by sending them a gift along with an apology. His goal is to solve a seemingly simple case within a limited timeframe of 33 minutes, despite it being typically solvable within 5 minutes. His unconventional theories and ideas lead to a higher number of potential suspects and his unconventional reasoning often complicates matters. Will he ultimately be able to uncover the true culprit? - Fuji TV

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Kyoto Kamogawa Higashisho Meikyuuka Omiyasan(京都鴨川東署迷宮課おみやさん)

2002Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

Recommendation: Aatantei Jimusho similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Aatantei Jimusho(ああ探偵事務所)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

Tsumaki works as a private investigator at the Aaah Detective Agency, which is conveniently located at the top of the phone book. Despite his passion for solving cases and his unique perspective, he often struggles to succeed and ends up struggling to pay his rent. With the help of his team, he tackles crimes using his own unconventional methods and elaborate disguises.

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Bittare!!! (2015)(びったれ!!!)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

Tsutomu Ibu is employed at a legal document preparer's office. While he usually comes across as friendly, there are moments where he may seem naive. However, his demeanor changes drastically when he witnesses vulnerable individuals being exploited by those driven by greed. In his role as a legal document preparer, he confronts and takes action against such greedy individuals.

Recommendation: Mei Tantei wa Kimida similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Mei Tantei wa Kimida(名探偵は君だ)

2021Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 56% similarity match.

This new mystery drama offers viewers the chance to engage in deductive reasoning like a sleuth by analyzing different clues. Takahashi, the detective, takes on the challenge presented in a mysterious letter from a key figure in the case, portrayed by guest stars like Yuriyan Retriever and BOYS AND MEN. As the story unfolds, Takahashi unravels the mystery with the help of the audience.

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Bokura Playboys Jyukuren Tanteisha(僕らプレイボーイズ 熟年探偵社)

2015Japan
Detective Agency SettingDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationFamily

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Agency Setting, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 55% similarity match.

In the Playboys Private Detective Agency, the team consists of mature men over the age of 55 with diverse past experiences such as a previous taxi driver, doctor, and former Olympic athlete. The director is the sole member with a background in detective work. - Taken from the book "Return of the Investigator" by Fujita Yoshinaga.

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Detective Alice(수사관 앨리스)

2015South Korea
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryInvestigator Female LeadWeb Series

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 55% similarity match.

Cheon Yeon Ju is a young woman dedicated to solving criminal cases

Recommendation: Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Shikaku Tantei Higurashi Tabito(視覚探偵 日暮旅人)

2017Japan
ComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationChild Female LeadDisabilitySupernatural

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 54% similarity match.

The plot of this series revolves around the connection between Tabito Higurashi and Yoko Yamakawa, uncovering mysteries such as the tragic event that affected Tabito Higurashi two decades ago. This adaptation is based on the novel "Tantei Higurashi Tabito no Sagashimono" written by Kozaburo Yamaguchi.

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TOP Secret (2017)(機密訊號)

2017Taiwan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrime

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

After a classified program is exposed, investigator Huang Zi Rong is tasked with locating it and preventing it from falling into the wrong hands. During his search for the leak, he encounters Li Juan, an ordinary woman. Although she is released due to a lack of evidence, she is later found dead, suspected to have taken her own life. Police officer Jiang Zheng Da notices Huang Zi Rong near the crime scene and grows wary of him, but the situation becomes more complicated when Li Juan's roommates are targeted for something she left behind. Jiang Zheng Da is forced to collaborate with Huang Zi Rong in order to uncover the truth and apprehend the perpetrator.

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Soil (2010)(ソイル)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

SOIL takes place in a residential community where unusual events are occurring. A new detective named Onoda is assigned to the location, and together with police sergeant Yokoi, they work to solve the enigma surrounding the occurrences.

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Generation Slash(無限斜棟有限公司)

2021Hong Kong
ComedyDetective Agency SettingDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMysteryDramaFamilySitcom

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Agency Setting, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Chan Zhan Tung initially owned the "All-Seeing Investigative Firm," but later transferred ownership to Cheung Lok Hang

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Tantei Kazoku(探偵家族)

2002Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryBusinessFamilyInvestigator Female Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

According to an old saying, the first generation establishes a business while the second generation may lead to its downfall. After the Tanaka Family's father, who worked as a private investigator, passes away, the eldest daughter Sayuri must determine the fate of the family detective agency. With her younger siblings showing no interest in continuing the business, Sayuri is on the verge of closing it down until her long-lost elder brother, Ichiro, makes a return. Despite now being a struggling single father working as a truck driver, Ichiro decides to take over the business and uphold the family legacy, despite having minimal experience aside from childhood games of cops and robbers. As the new "president" of the agency, Ichiro moves back into the family home after many years away. Can the Tanaka Clan revive the business together, or does Ichiro have different intentions for the company? (NTV)

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Ranpo R(乱歩R)

2004Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryPsychological

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The story follows Akechi Kogoro, who comes from a long line of renowned detectives. Despite inheriting his grandfather's sharp deductive skills, Akechi is portrayed as timid and somewhat cowardly, adding a relatable aspect to his character as a detective. Despite his reluctance, Akechi always finds himself confronting criminals and solving cases. (YTV) Based on a novel by Edogawa Ranpo.

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Kuitan(喰いタン)

2006Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadFoodFoodie Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

This tale follows a detective with a voracious appetite. Taken from the manga "Inspector Gourmet" by Terasawa Daisuke.

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7 Mannin Tantei Nitobe(7万人探偵ニトベ)

2009Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Female Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Nitobe Tsugumi is known as the "70,000 People Detective" because she has a network of 70,000 friends online who help her solve challenging cases using their collective brain power. (DramaWiki)

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MONSTERS(モンスターズ)

2012Japan
ComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadLocked Room MysterySmart Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Hiratsuka Heihachi is known for his boisterous and rude demeanor, yet he always wears a smile. He is an unconventional detective. In contrast, Saionji Kosuke comes from a wealthy background and is characterized by his strong sense of justice, innocence, and unwavering honesty. Saionji Kosuke is assigned to the prestigious #1 investigation team, a position he has always aspired to. However, his main responsibility is to keep an eye on Hiratsuka Heihachi. Despite being a solo act, Hiratsuka Heihachi consistently cracks his cases. His colleagues are intrigued by his methods, with some speculating that he possesses supernatural abilities. This is why Saionji is tasked with monitoring him. The secret to Hiratsuka's success lies in the fact that criminals fear him the most.

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Sozoku Tantei(相続探偵)

2025Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDramaFormer Lawyer Male LeadWitty Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Haie Nao is a private investigator who specializes in handling inheritance disputes. He operates his own establishment, the Haie Inheritance Investigation Office. Previously employed as a top-tier attorney, he was expelled from the legal community for undisclosed reasons. Haie Nao has a strong passion for coffee, often indulging in plain coffee beans while deep in thought. He strongly dislikes the saying, "Dead men tell no tales." Known for taking on complex inheritance cases, Haie Nao relies on his sharp intellect and a diverse group of associates. With a commitment to honoring the wishes of the deceased, he works to unravel family conflicts and uncover hidden truths surrounding inheritances.

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The Last Cop Season 2(ラストコップ 2)

2016Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In June 2015, Kyogoku suddenly awoke from a 30-year coma following an accident during an investigation

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 2(警視庁ゼロ係2警視庁ゼロ係~生活安全課なんでも相談室~SECOND SEASON)

2017Japan
ComedyDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDetective Female LeadLaw

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

The consultation office at Suginami Chuo Police Precinct is a unit that deals with individuals who have been dismissed due to causing disturbances in various locations. No matter how you look at it, zero multiplied by any number remains zero. This means that individuals who are deemed useless will continue to be so regardless of their numbers. Referred to as the "Zero Section," they are responsible for handling miscellaneous tasks such as bothersome notifications, trivial complaints, claims, and troublesome disputes. Within this section, inexperienced Kobayakawa Fuyuhiko, a police officer with a background in the National Research Institute of Police Science but lacks situational awareness, partners with skilled veteran detective Terada Torami, who was transferred from the Criminal Affairs Division for his history of causing trouble. Despite their conflicting views, they work together to tackle various cases and responsibilities alongside their less competent colleagues.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5(警視庁ゼロ係SEASON5)

2021Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel Adaptation

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo 3 similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Kindaichi Shonen no Jikenbo 3(金田一少年の事件簿)

2001Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryLocked Room MysterySmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Kindaichi discovers himself on a cruise ship where the captain vanishes mysteriously following a big celebration. Despite a thorough search of the ship, the only clue found is small bloodstains on the light switch in the captain's cabin. As suspicions of foul play arise, the ship's radio is found out of order, preventing them from seeking outside help. Stranded at sea, Kindaichi and his companions must uncover the murderer and ensure their own safety until they can make it back to land. (NTV)

Recommendation: Remote similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Remote(リモート)

2002Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDeathMurderPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Procedural

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Detective Kozaburo Himuro is confined to his home due to a secret he is hiding, but still manages to fulfill his police duties. With the help of traffic cop Kurumi Ayaki, who acts as his eyes and ears outside, they investigate crime scenes together using mobile phones. Despite facing dangerous murder mysteries, particularly Kurumi, they work together to solve cases. Can Kurumi keep up with Detective Himuro's pace in criminal investigation? (Dramawiki)

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Aino Kekkon Soudanjo(あいの結婚相談所)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryBusinessMatchmakingNun Female LeadRomance

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Formerly an associate professor of ethnology, Aino Hingo now leads a matchmaking company with Sister Elizabeth as his assistant. The agency charges a steep entrance fee of two million yen, but boasts a perfect track record of successfully pairing clients for marriage. Matches are made based on the specific criteria provided by the clients, with Shingo Aino's expertise in ethology playing a key role in the agency's exceptional success rate.

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Seiyu Tantei(声優探偵)

2021Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDeathMurderVoice ActingVoice Actor Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

In this story, Osamu Sawashiro transitions from being a voice actor to working as a detective following a particular event. Using his unique skill of "perfect pitch," he delves into the truth behind the incident. Teaming up with new detective Kaoru Toru and the enigmatic Bainora, they crack the case by utilizing the victim's final words, known as the "Dying Voice." This comedic mystery features voice actors portraying the victims, adding to the suspense of the crime scene reenactments during the detective's deductions.

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Detective Alice Season 2(수사관 앨리스2)

2016South Korea
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryFoodInvestigator Female LeadRomanceWeb Series

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: Knockin' on Locked Door similar to Hello Harinezumi
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Knockin' on Locked Door(ノッキンオン・ロックドドア)

2023Japan
Detective Agency SettingDetective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterStudent Supporting Character

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Agency Setting, Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 46% similarity match.

Private investigators Gotenba Tori and Katanashi Hisame collaborate as partners at the detective agency Knockin' on Locked Door. Despite being rivals, they complement each other with their unique approaches and personalities. Gotenba Tori excels at unraveling how a case transpired, always sporting a black turtleneck and openly expressing his emotions. On the other hand, Katanashi Hisame specializes in understanding the motives behind a case, relying on logic and always dressed in a suit with glasses. Together, they tackle challenging cases and combine their strengths to successfully solve them.

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Drama Detective(抓马侦探)

2021China
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrime Solving DuoShort Length Series

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Xiao Wei and Xiao Wa are a pair of lesser-known private investigators in M country

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Wakaresase-ya(別れさせ屋)

2001Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaInvestigator Female Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

After being abandoned by her spouse, the despondent Miyo (Mirakami) discovers employment with PPI, a secretive spy agency that specializes in orchestrating scenarios to end relationships. Their covert operations enable clients to end relationships without feeling guilty or placing blame. (Credit: The Dorama Encyclopedia)

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Kuitan Seaaon 2(喰いタン 2 )

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMysteryDetective Male LeadFood

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

This tale follows a detective with an insatiable hunger. Derived from the manga "Inspector Gourmet" by Terasawa Daisuke.

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Kochikame(こちら葛飾区亀有公園前派出所)

2009Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Located in a local police station in Tokyo, the plot revolves around the wild escapades of Ryotsu Kankichi, a mature police officer. The source of this information is Anime News Network.

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Ore no Sora Keiji Hen(俺の空 刑事編)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadDrama

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Ippei Yasuda hails from a privileged upbringing and gains acceptance into a prestigious law school. However, he opts to pursue a career in law enforcement in order to uphold his personal beliefs of justice. This story is inspired by the manga series "Ore no Sora: Keiji Hen" created by Hiroshi Motomiya, which was published from 1978 to 1981.

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IQ246: Kareinaru Jikenbo(IQ246〜華麗なる事件簿〜)

2016Japan
Detective FictionEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Male LeadDetective Female Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Homonji Sharaku comes from a respected and scholarly noble lineage in Kita Kamakura, where the eldest sons have consistently possessed a remarkable IQ of 246 across generations. The current 89th head of the Homonji family is solely dedicated to acquiring knowledge. He often expresses his desire for a challenging case to solve, stating, "I have nothing to do." One day, Wato Soko, a detective from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, is unexpectedly assigned to the First Investigative Division. However, her task is not to investigate violent crimes but to protect Homonji. It appears that previous individuals assigned to this duty all resigned within a month.

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Kodaike no Hitobito(高台家の人々)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceShort Length Series

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

The Kodai family's three brothers have the ability of telepathy, which has resulted in numerous tense situations. Mitsumasa's mother disapproves of his relationship with Kie Hirano. This unique program showcases a family gathering of the Kodai Family.

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Keishichou Nasi Goreng ka(警視庁 ナシゴレン課)

2016Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadDetective Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

At the age of 25, Kazahaya Kyoko is named as the leader of an investigative unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department known as the Nasi Goreng Division. She takes a unique approach to investigations, preferring to conduct them entirely from within a room and rejecting the traditional legwork methods of the Showa era. Despite rarely leaving her room during investigations, Kyoko demonstrates exceptional insight and deductive abilities in solving challenging cases. The dynamic changes with the arrival of Ishinabe Kanta, a middle-aged man who has always dreamed of becoming a detective and is now assigned to the Nasi Goreng Division. Despite Ishinabe's enthusiasm and insistence on his legwork skills, Kyoko dismisses him as an unnecessary hot-blooded individual.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 4(警視庁ゼロ係〜生活安全課なんでも相談室〜SEASON4)

2019Japan
ComedyEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Eccentric Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

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Tantei☆Hoshikamo(探偵☆星鴨)

2021Japan
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryHardworking Male LeadStalking

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Hoshikamo had always dreamed of being a private investigator, and he currently operates as one. He struggles with connecting with women. In the past, he was employed at a large detective agency, but now he manages his own detective firm located in his grandmother's recycling store. Working alongside his assistant Tsugumi Karato, Hoshikamo tackles a variety of cases. Their first encounter was when Tsugumi Karato sought his help with a stalker issue.

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No Activity Season 2(No Activity シーズン2)

2024Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male LeadWeb Series

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

The troublesome detective duo has returned! Originally assigned to stake out the area, Detective Tokita Shingo and his partner Shiina Asobu find themselves facing unexpected challenges. Their pursuit of the main suspect, Yakuza boss Orihara Tadato, goes awry when they inadvertently allow him to escape. As Tokita enlists the help of street musician Hiiragi Fuyuka in his quest to capture the suspect, a series of mishaps ensue, leading to a confrontation between the Yakuza and the Chinese mafia. The chaotic situation prompts radio operator Satomi Misato and her dedicated yet risky subordinate Ohira Arira to pursue new recruit Yotsukado Koki and Tokita, causing turmoil within the Metropolitan Police Department.

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The Last Cop(ラストコップ)

2015Japan
ComedyDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComaDetective Male Lead

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

In 1985, Kyogoku, a dedicated detective known for his unorthodox methods, successfully solves numerous cases. While attempting to apprehend a dangerous criminal named Kagura, Kyogoku is caught in an explosion triggered by Kagura, causing him to fall into a coma for three decades. Upon awakening in 2015, Kyogoku is shocked to discover that his wife, Kanako, has moved on and remarried. During a moment of confusion and aggression, Kyogoku is arrested by a young detective named Mochizuki Ryota and taken to Yokohama Chuo Police Precinct, where he reunites with his former colleague Suzuki and superior Kujira. Despite his return to the detective force, Kyogoku struggles to adapt to the advancements in technology and modern policing methods. His disregard for the new rules often leads to trouble for Ryota, his assigned partner. This series is a remake of the German TV show "The Last Cop" (Der letzte Bulle) from 2010.

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Me no Kabe (2022)(眼の壁)

2022Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

In 1990, Hagizaki Tatsuo, the head of the accounting department at Ukishima Electric Works, was busy working on securing a loan with Sekino, the company's general manager. Unfortunately, just as they were close to finalizing the loan, Sekino was implicated in a 200 million yen fraud and disappeared with the money. The company chose to conceal the incident to safeguard its reputation, but Hagizaki was determined to uncover the truth with the assistance of his journalist friend, Muraki. As Hagizaki delved deeper into the investigation, he realized the situation was more complex than he initially thought. His path crossed with Uezaki Etsuko, a captivating woman whom he believed held the key to unraveling the entire mystery. (DramaWiki)

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Omiyasan 5(おみやさん5)

2006Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Omiyasan 4(おみやさん4)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Omiyasan 8(おみやさん8)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Omiyasan 2(おみやさん2)

2003Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Kimi Hannin Janai yo ne?(キミ犯人じゃないよね?)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Morita Sakura is an unconventional "freeter" with aspirations of becoming a mystery novel author. Throughout the series, she takes on different part-time jobs while assisting Officer Udagawa, a detective who recognizes her exceptional memory and deductive abilities. In contrast, Udagawa, who entered the police force due to his father's influence, is somewhat incompetent and often develops feelings for female suspects. --Tokyograph

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Omiyasan 7(おみやさん7)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Houkago wa Mystery Totomo ni(放課後はミステリーとともに)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kawaguchi portrays Kirigamine Ryo, the vice-president of the detective club at Koigakubo Academy. Despite her self-assured demeanor while tackling school mysteries, her deductions often have inconsistencies. While she may struggle to solve cases right away, she eventually arrives at the correct answers with assistance from her peers. Hayami will take on the role of Ishizaki Hiromi, an unconventional biology teacher.

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Tenshi wa Mop wo Motte(天使はモップを持って)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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In the film, Kitano portrays a skilled cleaner who not only solves mysteries but also brings emotional healing to the individuals she encounters while working in an office building.

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Ranmaru Kami no Shita wo Motsu Otoko(神の舌を持つ男)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Tomonaga Ranmaru, Kamekanbo Hikaru, and Miyazawa Kanji, brought together by a series of unexpected events, travel across Japan in a car to visit hot spring inns where they can eat and rest. Their main goal is to find a mysterious hot spring geisha named Miyabi.

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Bishoku Tantei Akechi Goro(美食探偵 明智五郎)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDetective FictionInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDeathFoodMurderSerial KillingsSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Hello Harinezumi, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Goro Akechi works as a private investigator and his office is situated close to Omotesando in Tokyo. He has a strong passion for fine dining and places great importance on enjoying tasty meals throughout the day. One day, a housewife visits Goro Akechi's detective agency seeking assistance, as she suspects her husband may be involved in an extramarital affair.