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Honey and Clover tells a touching story of young adulthood, romance, introspection, and personal growth, skillfully intertwined within the intricate bonds shared among a group of five close friends. (myanimelist)

One day, Atsushi receives a shocking message from his childhood friend, Masa, saying, "I've taken Niina Aota." Niina, also known as Nina, is the girl Masa fell for instantly while commuting to school. Atsushi is skeptical at first, but when he visits Masa's place, he realizes that Nina has indeed been kidnapped. (MyAnimeList)

Melody depicts a group of recent university graduates navigating their way into adulthood. At the center of the plot is Leo Ku, a mature student with a knack for business. Jiang Meng Jie portrays the female protagonist, a spirited tomboy who supports herself and excels at gaming. Heechul takes on the role of a professional gamer who sets out to win Jiang Meng Jie's heart. Zhou Mi portrays a wealthy and comedic young man determined to prove his worth beyond his family's wealth. Lastly, Yang Yang plays a gentle soul whose talent lies in nail artistry.

Students from different residential backgrounds, including affluent neighborhoods, middle-class apartment complexes, and underdeveloped streets, all attend the same school and share the same classroom. At the start of the new semester, a girl named Da In transfers from the countryside to the school. Despite being raised by a single mother, she is known for her cheerful and literary personality. Initially, she faces bullying from her classmates due to her innocence, but is eventually helped by Se Chan, a boy from a wealthy area. Se Chan, who used to be a bully himself, now despises bullying because of a past painful experience. As he assists Da In, he grapples with his feelings, unsure if he helped her out of genuine affection or simply to combat bullying. And so, the story unfolds of Da In navigating the school's social hierarchy in her own optimistic manner.

Miyuu lost faith in men after her father cheated with another woman. Nevertheless, she found herself falling in love with someone despite her lingering distrust.

This narrative follows the journey of young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 as they navigate through life. It explores their pursuit of dreams amidst facing harsh realities, building new relationships while letting go of old ones, and navigating the complexities of love.

In the story, Taichi, a college student, encounters Mioka, a lively young woman who enjoys life to the fullest

In 2020, just before the Spring Festival, the outbreak of the epidemic drastically altered the lives of high school students, marking the beginning of their ultimate challenge. The sudden epidemic arrived in China at the start of 2020, presenting an unprecedented trial for the high school students in Jinhe County, Anhui Province. Similar to overcoming obstacles during the gaokao (college entrance examination), a sudden flood brought about new obstacles. Through the collaborative efforts of the party, government, and society as a whole, satisfactory results were achieved in this significant test.

Sakuragi Kenji, a struggling lawyer and former motorcycle gang member, is determined to help underperforming high school students with an average score of 36 get accepted into Tokyo University (Toudai), Japan's most prestigious educational institution. Despite the school's financial troubles, Sakuragi has set a goal to mentor 5 students to successfully enter Toudai, driven by his personal ambition. Along with providing valuable tips for Toudai entrance exams, "Dragon Zakura" also imparts important life lessons.

The manga "IS Otoko Demo Onna Demo Nai Sei" follows the story of Hoshino Haru, who was born intersex, possessing physical traits of both sexes. Despite being assigned female at birth, Haru was raised as a boy due to his preference for playing with boys during his early school years. Consequently, Haru is compelled to attend high school as a girl.

Offspring of prominent families in politics and business are enrolled in the prestigious Hyakkaou Private Academy, where students' status is determined through a series of games. Those who emerge victorious hold power, while the defeated become subservient. The arrival of a enigmatic new student, Jabami Yumeko, shakes things up at the academy. Despite her innocent appearance, she is a compulsive gambler who thrives on the excitement of risky bets. ~

Established 122 years ago, Hyakkaou Private Academy is a renowned school for the elite where students are ranked based on their success in gambling. The winners not only gain fame and wealth but also hold power over the losers. A new female student, Yumeko Jabami, joins the academy with a beautiful facade but harboring a deep passion for high-stakes gambling.

Eighteen-year-old Jun is a high school student who keeps his homosexuality a secret from his mother and others. Miura-san, a fellow classmate, enjoys reading BL books, which depict homoerotic stories. Jun expresses to Miura-san that BL is merely fantasy and that real-life homosexuality is unclean. Miura-san finds Jun's comment offensive to the gay community but the two eventually become close. Jun starts developing feelings for Miura-san, who also begins to have feelings for him. One day, Miura-san confesses her feelings to Jun.

Kinoshita Mairu, a high school student who lacks popularity, believes she is unattractive and ordinary. Her appearance is altered to that of an attractive girl by Kumada Tenyu, a charming and stylish classmate. As she seeks genuine love, she relies on her inner resilience to undergo a personal transformation. (Information derived from Hulu's official site) Based on the manga "Mairunovich" by Sato Zakuri.

Cheng Mei, Gua Ju, Qu Shou, Xing Hua, and Song Gang became friends while participating in a student organization at university. Despite experiencing heartbreak due to romantic relationships, they remained close as they transitioned from students to working professionals. Throughout their journey, they encountered obstacles related to various issues such as same-sex relationships, workplace harassment, women's empowerment, infidelity, and relationships with significant age gaps. As they navigate through these challenges, they rely on their friendship to support each other and find solutions to the problems they face in love and life. (Viki)

A tale of a gifted young actress who rediscovers her passion for acting after a long hiatus. Keito, a former well-known child actress, withdrew from public life for a decade following a distressing experience while acting. Now 17, she unexpectedly joins a school for students who have left traditional education, where she forms genuine bonds with classmates. Through their friendship, they develop trust and uncover the significance of life. (NHK)

Over a decade, the lives of three couples are depicted as they navigate the challenges of love from their college years into adulthood. Wang Yi and Du Xiao Ju, Peng Feng and Lang Ting, Liang An Qing, and Zhang Chun Lan first crossed paths while studying at university. As time passed after graduation, their relationships evolved in various ways. When these three pairs reunite, the question arises - can the love that lingers endure? Can someone who no longer feels anything find the courage to break free? Is there a possibility for a reunion for the one who walked away? This story delves into the complexities of unrequited love, resentment, affection, separation, and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with it. (ChineseDrama.info)

Based on the manga released by Futabasha Publishers, Ltd.

Yoshikawa Nao finds herself living alone after her parents move to inherit her grandfather's farm. Upon moving into her new apartment, she discovers that it has also been rented to Uehara Hisashi, a charming, popular classmate. Facing unexpected challenges with their housing agency closure and a landlord demanding higher rent, Nao and Hisashi decide to become roommates out of necessity. (DramaWiki)

The narrative follows the lives of Kira and Rei, two students in high school. Kira is a reserved artist, while Rei is a sociable womanizer with a dark, aggressive side. They develop a friendship that blossoms into a romantic relationship when Rei discovers a drawing by Kira on the back of a map she gave him. However, both Kira and Rei harbor troubled pasts, and their bond helps them confront their inner demons. Masao, a fellow student, has ties to Rei's violent history and intervenes in their lives in an attempt to push Rei back to his former self.

Fuko Kameyama is a cheerful and positive young girl starting her first year of high school. Her life takes a turn when a new family, the Shinpos, moves into the apartment above her house. Among them are two cousins, Daiya and Ichi, who happen to be Fuko Kameyama's new classmates. Despite Daiya's popularity and reputation as a ladies' man, he struggles academically. On the other hand, Ichi is introverted, shy, and excels in school. Fuko Kameyama is drawn to both cousins, as they each have their own unique qualities. She finds herself torn between the two, unable to choose a favorite. As the love triangle unfolds, the question remains: who will win Fuko Kameyama's heart in the end? (

High school student Kyouko Hori is known for her friendly nature and academic achievements, but she keeps a hidden side of herself due to her responsibilities at home. On the other hand, Izumi Miyamura is perceived as a quiet otaku with glasses, but he is actually a kind person who struggles with studying. When Hori and Miyamura unexpectedly meet outside of school, they discover each other's true selves and form a unique friendship, sharing aspects of themselves they have never revealed before.

Hayashi Miyoshi is not your typical high school student, as he marches to the beat of his own drum. With a frank and quirky personality, he has a way of capturing the attention of both classmates and strangers. On the other hand, NikaidoAkira portrays a dark and gloomy facade to keep others at bay. Despite this, there is someone who sees beyond Nikaido's mask and is determined to bring him into the light. Though leading contrasting lives, Hayashi and Nikaido may have more similarities than they realize.

A conceited young woman goes from wealth to homelessness in middle age, but decides to start over in high school in hopes of a happier future. This story is adapted from the manga series "JK kara Yarinaosu Silver Plan" by Lim Dall Young and Lee Hye Sung.

Nishina, Maya, Shiro, and Aoi are high school sophomores who are attractive but lackluster in personality. They have made a pact to never get romantically involved and have formed their own club called the "Muda-bu" (Useless Club), dedicated to exploring trivial topics and sharing them on social media. One day, they decide to test a theory from a manga that claims, "If you run with bread in your mouth and collide with someone, you will fall in love." In attempting to carry out the experiment, they accidentally run into someone while holding bread in their mouths.

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

The plot of Ciguatera revolves around Ogino, a high school student who faces bullying alongside his friend Takai. Their shared interest in motorcycles becomes a source of hope and excitement in their otherwise dreary lives. As they secretly learn to ride at a driving school, Ogino's life takes a dramatic turn. The manga explores the lives of various characters as they navigate high school and adulthood, depicting their challenges, successes, aspirations, relationships, and experiences of love and loss. (MyAnimeList)

An adaptation of a popular comic book, this drama follows the lives of 5 passionate young adults studying at the University of the Arts as they navigate love, friendship, and the uncertainties of the future. Zhen Shan, a fifth-year architecture student known for his gentle nature, harbors feelings for Li Hua, the owner of an architectural firm. Unbeknownst to him, his best friend Ya Gong also has feelings for him. Their love triangle takes a complicated turn when the charming Ye Feng enters the picture, causing Ya Gong to realize her true feelings. Meanwhile, Zhu Ben, a sincere and straightforward architecture student, falls in love with Xiao Yu, a Fine Arts freshman and the niece of their teacher Xiu Shi. However, Zhu Ben's seventh-year senior Chang Lin Tian also develops feelings for Xiao Yu. As they navigate the complexities of love and friendship, including challenges such as creating art, graduating, and finding jobs, they learn valuable lessons about life and themselves. Ultimately, they must each find their own path to happiness and fulfillment in love.

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

The 15-year-old Qian Jia Yue, known as a well-behaved student, starts attending a prestigious high school where she encounters various academic obstacles. Her attempt to confess her feelings to her neighbor, the exceptional student Xiao Han, does not go as planned. Qian Jia Yue's foster brother, Mao Tou, is clever but always getting into trouble. She strikes up a friendship with a bold new acquaintance, Chen Mo, and they both mature through their bond. Meanwhile, the parents experience a series of significant changes, including family emergencies and reorganization. Chen Xiue, a former educated youth who returned to the city, struggles with her daughter Qian Jia Yue due to her prolonged absence. The passing of Qian Jia Yue's grandmother helps resolve the emotional conflicts among the three generations of women. Chen Peng Yu, who prides himself on his status as an elite, comes to realize, after clashes with his rebellious daughter Chen Mo, that each generation has its own unique challenges. Guan Ai Ping, a determined woman, raises Xiao Han single-handedly after losing her job. "Small business owner" Zhang Qi Ming learns to bond with his mischievous son Mao Tou and, after many trials and tribulations, creates a new family with Guan Ai Ping. Despite the changing times, the warmth of familial love and the support of the community remain unwavering.

The story follows a close-knit group of individuals born in the early 1990s as they navigate their careers in the automotive industry. Chen Yi Duo had a chance encounter with a boy named Bi Lai Fu at the age of nine, leading to a competitive friendship both at home and in school. Lai Fu forms strong bonds with a group of friends known for their playful and mischievous ways, causing concern among the adults. As they approach their high school exams, each member of the group embarks on their own path, facing challenges in work, love, and life. The year 1998 brings significant changes in the automotive industry, with a decline in traditional bicycle sales. To preserve their shared memories, Lai Fu decides to rent a workshop and collaborate with his friends to revitalize the business by introducing innovative ideas. Together, they breathe new life into the outdated bicycles, making them a popular trend once again.

Luo Dan Ni is dissatisfied with her life as a grown-up, which is vastly different from what she had envisioned in her youth. Once a talented student with a bright future, her life did not unfold as expected. After a car accident sends her back to high school, she seizes the opportunity to alter her fate armed with adult wisdom. Determined, she makes new choices in pursuit of the future she once dreamed of.

The plot unfolds at Rokuto Academy, an exclusive school for boys, focusing on Hasukawa Kazuya, a newcomer to the unique Greenwood Dormitory, a converted mental institution. His initial shock arises when he finds out that his roommate is Kisaragi Shun, who seems to be a female student. (Tokyograph)

Utsumi leads a solitary life as he lacks companionship. When he isn't attending his private institute after school, he often finds himself idling by the riverside. One day, his routine is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Shokichi Seto, a former soccer player with time on his hands. The two strike up a friendship and are soon joined by Ichigo Kashimura and Hatsumi, fellow classmates from their high school.

An 18-year-old student in her third year of high school lacks self-assurance and faces challenges in defining her identity amidst external influences. (Beautylabo.jp)

The focus of this story revolves around the students attending a prestigious university in China and the challenges they face.

The film "Basketball Fever" follows the journey of a young basketball player who learns about himself while honoring his friend's final request. Through dedication on the court, he is able to move past his self-centered mindset and achieve success.

Ruan Meng enrolls in the top high school in the city, but encounters difficulties on her first day due to misunderstandings like confusing room "601" for "109". In the first class, when students are introducing themselves, the homeroom teacher questions Xue Song about his initial thoughts on Ruan Meng. Xue Song responds with, "I can't make eye contact with her", leading Ruan Meng to vow, "One day, I will make sure you can't overlook me!". (Mudvod.tv)

Upon enrolling at Kuromi Girls' High School, Mitsuki Aya was surprised to see the school's most popular student, Shirayuri-sama, engrossed in a fighting game in an empty classroom. Gaming was strictly prohibited at the all-girls school, but Aya discovered that she shared Shirayuri-sama's passion for gaming and challenged her to a match of equal skill level.

A series depicting the daily lives of students and faculty members at Sewon Secondary School of the Arts. Hye Ra, a high school student specializing in dance, is described as a bold and sensitive young woman who is not afraid to stand up for herself. Known for her attractive appearance, genuine demeanor, and academic achievements, she was well-liked by both male classmates and teachers. Her current feud with Seo Won, an art student, stems from misunderstandings despite their previous close friendship rooted in a shared admiration for Seo Tai Ji during middle school. However, after clearing the air, they reconcile and return to being best friends. Seo Won, once a rebellious nightclub-goer, undergoes personal growth and transformation through various challenges, emerging as a dedicated and talented student. Despite studying art, she aspires to become a versatile entertainer encompassing both art and music. Through her interactions with peers at Sewon Arts High School, Seo Won learns the importance of genuine artistry and finds inspiration to navigate life's journey. (KOCOWA)

Following the recent assault by sinister forces, Meng Xue Yuan is still in turmoil. Despite three months of trying to recover, the school is now bracing for further challenges that threaten the safety and stability of the institution. With Jian Ni and Lan Bao no longer around, the remaining M Riders must confront daunting trials ahead, particularly with the resurgence of Wu Ke Nana's dark ego. Will this spell the end for Meng Xue Yuan?

Mothers' Passion for Education Many individuals lack confidence in the public school system, opting instead to enroll their children in private institutions for their education. Today’s parents face a significant challenge in finding the best educational opportunities for their children. As both parents and kids juggle between school and private tutoring, they often find themselves exhausted and feeling disconnected from one another. From the perspective of children, "My Mom, Super Mom" explores the lives of contemporary mothers and their efforts to help their children gain admission to prestigious universities. The narrative will demonstrate that the real answer to the educational dilemma lies within a nurturing family environment built on trust and selflessness. It will also contemplate the essence of family.

Here is an individual who delivers uncomfortable truths to children. Ma Yeo Jin goes beyond that by embodying a domineering and deceitful educator. In her classroom, students are instructed on how to behave in simulated situations that mirror real life. Under Ma's manipulative tactics, her pupils experience fear, endure painful comments, and face betrayal from their peers. However, over time, these students begin to cultivate independence and self-sufficiency. (MBC)

The film depicts a group of college freshmen as they experience the challenges of maintaining friendships, pulling pranks, and falling in love, inspired by a song that explores the theme of friendships drifting apart post-graduation.

A sentimental story about teenagers transitioning into adulthood at a high school in the early 1990s. The narrative unfolds in two timelines - one in the past and one in the present. Xisi High School serves as the backdrop for this tale, focusing on six students who start off as strangers but eventually become close friends. Together, they navigate the challenges of youth and embark on a journey towards the future hand in hand. (ChineseDrama.info)

Seventeen-year-old Jing Zhi Hui missed out on joining her preferred high school class due to a car accident and was placed in the lowest-ranked Class 11 of 3rd Year instead. Despite her attempts to transfer, she remained in the class. Jing Zhi Hui pinned her hopes on the upcoming mid-terms for the top students and began to form connections with her classmates to reach her goals. However, as she got to know them better, she discovered their positive qualities. Over time, through shared experiences, Jing Zhi Hui integrated into Class 11 and together, they improved their academic standing. The group successfully completed their high school exams and gained admission to their desired universities, creating lasting memories of their youth. (DramaWiki)

At the start of a new academic year at Hanzaki Elementary School, a mysterious new teacher named Akutsu Maya joins grade 6, class 3. Kanda Kazumi, a sixth grader, is thrilled about the upcoming school year and finds out that Maya is her new homeroom teacher. However, the students soon notice that Maya never smiles and is very strict, not allowing them to use the bathroom during class. She focuses heavily on test scores and administers surprise quizzes every week. Those with low scores are assigned menial tasks in the classroom. Kazumi becomes a target of Maya's strict discipline. This sparks a year-long power struggle between Maya, who rules the classroom with an iron fist, and the students of grade 6, class 3.

Akagi Hibiki, a high school student, starts working part-time at a beauty salon where his exceptional massage skills earn him the nickname "god hand." His path crosses with Koiwai Shizuka, another high school student who starts feeling self-conscious about her appearance because of hurtful remarks from her boyfriend, sparking a romantic connection between them.

Based on Nagayoshi Takeru's manga "Sumire 16-sai!!" ( 16 !!).