Asian dramas like
Home Away From Home 2007

The tale of the previous generation of rebels who fought vigorously in challenging circumstances and unforgiving settings during the atomic bomb experiment in the early 1960s to achieve China's initial aspiration of becoming a formidable nation.

Taking place during the 1950s and 60s, the story revolves around two families facing economic hardships and striving to break free from poverty. (Korean Wikipedia)

A tale about individuals who dedicated fifty years to constructing a forest in Saihanba unfolds. In the 1960s, a team of young forestry graduates from 18 provinces united to collaborate on a significant project with a 369-member workforce. Feng Cheng and QinXue Mei emerged as the pioneers of tree cultivation, aiming to mitigate the impact of the harsh desert conditions and create a water source.

Taking place in the Chinatown of 1960s Bangkok, the narrative explores the challenges faced by Chinese residents who are proficient in martial arts. Bu Qing Yun's family migrated to Bangkok's Chinatown in the 1930s. Despite the prevalent crimes, his father, Bu Tian Xia, bravely fought against them alongside Lian Zhen Shan and Lu Xiang Dong before meeting a heroic end. When Qing Yun's younger siblings mysteriously disappear and his mother loses her sanity, he returns to Chinatown twenty-five years later. Here, he crosses paths with Qian Qian, a woman involved in deceitful activities. Lian Ji, Zhen Shan's son, has transformed into a corrupt police officer colluding with the two major criminal organizations. The return of Peng Jian's sole heir, along with his fiancée Cheng Anna, results in a deadly conflict between the rival gangs. In response, Qing Yun establishes the Overseas Chinese Association to promote justice and morality. However, their efforts are met with numerous challenges and the organization teeters on the brink of collapse. The road to peace is long and arduous for everyone involved.

A romantic drama featuring two men who are in love with half-sisters, yet were brought up as if they were true twin sisters, set against the backdrop of the 1960s to 1970s. (HanCinema)

Taking place in Beijing from the 1960s to the 1990s, this family drama portrays the everyday challenges and experiences of the families residing in a shared siheyuan (courtyard).

During the spring season, Munakata Ikujou went to an ancient temple to admire a 1000-year-old cherry blossom tree. It was there that Ikujou came across a young girl of 3 years and decided to take her in as his daughter. Fast forward 16 years, the girl named Sakurako has blossomed into a stunning woman. This is when Sakurako crosses paths with Takanashi Hiroto, and their love story begins to unfold.

Taking place in the 1960s and 1970s, Yoon Soo In consistently achieves high marks in her studies. However, owing to her family's difficult financial situation, she opts to take a job at a factory rather than attend college. Despite this setback, she continues to chase her aspirations.

This narrative depicts the transformation of a typical family in Tangshan spanning from 1962 to 2000, as well as chronicles the life journey of four companions from infancy to adulthood. (Baidu)

The 75th NHK Asadora is titled Imo Tako Nankin and is set in 1962 Osaka. The series is inspired by an essay written by Tanabe Seiko, an acclaimed writer, which reflects on her own life. The main character, Hanaoka Machiko, is a 37-year-old single woman who works at a hardware store in Osaka City and also pursues writing. After falling ill from overwork, Machiko meets and falls in love with Tokunaga Kenjiro, a doctor who treats her. They eventually marry, but Kenjiro comes with a large extended family, including his five children, brother, sister, and parents. The drama follows Machiko as she navigates her new family dynamics while continuing to pursue her career as a novelist in a humorous and heartwarming manner.

The story takes place in Taiwan during the 1950s to 1970s, with a projected conclusion in the year 2000 as per the screenwriter's plan. It centers around a specific village where themes of love and friendship are prominent. Every family in the village has a unique tale to share.

Taking place from the 1930s to the 2000s, "Qian Jin" follows the story of Ling Qian Jin, a young girl who lost her parents at a young age. Years later, she discovers her family and heritage as a young woman. Despite facing mistreatment from her step-grandmother and being entangled in a love triangle, Qian Jin must decide whether to accept her circumstances or change her destiny. This series is a remake of the Singaporean TV show "The Little Nyonya" from 2008.

During the early months of 1965, a young violinist with high expectations moved to Tokyo from Nagasaki and resided in rented accommodations. In the 1970s, the musician encountered challenges amidst the controversy surrounding the US-Japan security treaty. Nonetheless, he remained dedicated to his music. Eventually, he found himself pursuing a career in singing under the name Grape. This narrative follows his experiences during his high school and college years, interacting with various individuals such as friends, educators, and older colleagues from his part-time job.

The plot revolves around Tian Sufei, a woman who navigates her romantic and marital experiences spanning from 1947 to the 1980s.

The series follows the journey of a young Hu Ba Yi during the 1960s, when he was a college student embarking on his initial expedition that eventually established him as a renowned expert in tomb exploration. Along the way, he crosses paths with his future companions and allies. (TVDB.com)

The narrative spans from the 1960s up to the current day, highlighting significant historical events such as the Vietnam War, the May 16 military coup, and the assassination of South Korean President Park Chung Hee. Ki Tae is portrayed as the first entertainer in Korea. He began his career performing at a stage on an American military base and became involved in the entertainment industry during the 1960s. Ki Tae is the offspring of Soonyang's wealthiest individual. He is employed at a cinema, which is one of the numerous enterprises owned by his father, but his interests lean more towards leisure than work. To his father, Ki Tae is merely a source of trouble. One day, his father reviews the account book and notices some discrepancies. Ki Tae explains that he has invested 10,000,000 won in producing a movie for screening at the cinema on Korean Thanksgiving Day. His father makes it clear that this is Ki Tae's final opportunity.