Iari: Mienai Kao - Asian drama recommendation
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Iari: Mienai Kao(イアリー 見えない顔)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationBrainwashingCharacter DevelopmentConspiracyDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipInfidelityInvestigationMurderMysteryPower StrugglePsychologicalSchool BullyingThriller

Following the passing of university professor Hirokawa Seiji's wife, an unfamiliar woman shows up at their residence inquiring about his wife's whereabouts, but vanishes when he answers the door. Not long after, the university president unexpectedly passes away, prompting student elections. Suspicion brews among the professors, and malicious, anonymous documents start circulating. Hirokawa, who shared a close bond with his late wife's younger sister, Mizushima Rei, begins to feel a sense of unease. Before long, a body with mysterious circumstances is discovered at a nearby landfill, escalating the tension.

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Recommendation: The Long Night similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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The Long Night(沉默的真相)

2020China
Novel AdaptationConspiracyDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalThrillerCorruptionCrime Against MoralitySmart Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Conspiracy, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathMiniseriesSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

Recommendation: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathRevengeSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

Recommendation: Mouse similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Mouse(마우스)

2021South Korea
Character DevelopmentInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalSchool BullyingThrillerDark FictionDeathFlashback To PastGrandma-Granddaughter RelationshipSexual AssaultSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Character Development, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

An intriguing tale that poses the important query: What if it were possible to detect psychopaths ahead of time? The nation is in a state of panic as a violent serial killer's brutal crimes sow terror and disorder

Recommendation: Ishi no Mayu similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Ishi no Mayu(石の繭 殺人分析班)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipRevengeSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Father-Daughter Relationship, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Toko Kisaragi, a fresh addition to the female detective team, recently joined the 11th Section of the 1st Investigation Division at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, fulfilling her desire to follow in her father's footsteps. A murder case was reported on March 9, with the victim's body discovered encased in cement. The following day, the perpetrator, who goes by the name Toremi, boldly contacts the police department. Kisaragi is appointed as Toremi's point of contact, as he continues to disrupt the investigation by providing details about his crimes. Toremi eventually leads the police to another crime scene where another victim's body is found cemented.

Recommendation: Seiren no Zange similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Seiren no Zange(セイレーンの懺悔)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysterySchool BullyingThrillerAttempted SuicideDeathKidnappingReporter Female LeadSuspenseTrauma

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Takami has been employed as a journalist for two years at a television station. She is part of the team behind the news show "Afternoon Japan," which is currently facing the threat of cancellation. Takami takes great pride in her work as a journalist. When a high school girl goes missing, Takami and her colleague Taichi set out to cover the story in the hopes of saving their news program. While following a police officer, Takami comes across the body of the victim, who had been brutally murdered.

Recommendation: Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi(書店員ミチルの身の上話)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationInfidelityInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathJealousyLottery Winner Female LeadMiniseriesSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Infidelity, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The plot centers on Michiru, a bookstore employee who wins the 200,000,000 Yen (equivalent to 2.5 million USD) lottery by chance. As a result, she becomes entangled in unforeseen acts of betrayal and murder.

Recommendation: Love Exchange similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Love Exchange(疑情別戀)

2008Hong Kong
DramaInfidelityInvestigationMysteryThrillerSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A man and a woman were discovered deceased in a vehicle. Zita Sit Chi-Yiu (Anita Yuen) finds out that the man is her spouse, Dick Ling Ho-Leung (Eddie Kwan), and the woman is named Bonnie Fong Cheuk-Ling (Angela Tong). Devastated by her husband's passing, Zita is also saddened to learn about his extramarital affair. Unexpectedly, Mike Yiu Lap-Tin (Michael Miu), an old school friend of Dick's, appears and offers her support. Eventually, Zita learns that Mike, who is employed by a security company, is actually Bonnie's husband and not an acquaintance of Dick's at all.

Recommendation: Eien no Ko similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Eien no Ko(永遠の仔)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerDetective FictionInvestigator Male LeadLawyer Male LeadMental Hospital SettingNurse Female LeadSuspenseViolence Against Children

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Three 12-year-old victims of abuse develop a strong connection that lasts a lifetime after meeting at a psychiatric facility. Ryohei and Shoichiro promise to safeguard Yuki after rescuing her from drowning, a commitment that remains unaltered as they grow older. Years later, they come together again and realize their affection for each other has not changed. Yuki works as a nurse, Shoichiro as a lawyer, and Ryohei as a detective. When a body is discovered in the river, the trio finds themselves implicated in a series of murders that they feel deeply tied to.

Recommendation: Shokuzai similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Shokuzai(贖罪)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerHorrorKidnappingManipulative SiblingMultiple MainsRapeRevengeSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The tragic death of a young girl named Emili shocks the residents of a small village in Japan. Emili's classmates discover her violated body while they were playing together, but the identity of the killer remains a mystery. Emili's mother, Asako, devastated by grief, places a curse on the four girls for claiming not to remember the killer's face. Each girl will face consequences for their silence in their own way. Haunted by Asako's words and burdened by the curse, the four girls are thrust into adulthood, leading to a series of tragic events.

Recommendation: Black Out similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Black Out(백설공주에게 죽음을)

2024South Korea
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerCold CaseDark FictionDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEx-Convict Male LeadReturn To HometownVillage Setting

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Two teenage girls, both 19 years old, were tragically killed in a brutal manner. Their bodies were left abandoned, nowhere to be found inside a warehouse that was now stained with blood. The main suspect in this case was a friend of the girls, who was intoxicated on the night of the incident and claims to have no memory of what happened. After spending 11 years in prison, the young man was released and hoped to start a peaceful life. However, the tranquility of the village was shattered when a bone carcass was discovered, hinting at another murder and revealing that the true evil may be lurking in their midst. The question remains: who is the real devil? (

Recommendation: Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

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Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba(東野圭吾 さまよう刃)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDruggingGang RapeMiniseriesRevenge

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Father-Daughter Relationship, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 32% similarity match.

Following the passing of his wife, Shigeki has been raising his daughter, Ema, by himself

Recommendation: Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesSuicideSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

Recommendation: Hitorishizuka similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Hitorishizuka(ヒトリシズカ)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathMiniseries

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

In a neighborhood, a man is killed by an intruder who entered his apartment unlawfully. Sergeant Kizaki, who is on duty nearby, hears a gunshot and rushes to the building. Detective Omura is already present at the crime scene. As they investigate, they make progress in identifying the perpetrator. Sergeant Kizaki begins to suspect that someone else is involved in the case. Suddenly, a young woman emerges from the darkness. Sergeant Kizaki senses a connection between her and the murders.

Recommendation: 64 (2015) similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerMiniseriesSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Amidst a dispute between the public relations office of D Prefectural Police and the correspondents club regarding the anonymity of perpetrators, it has been decided that a director from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department will visit the family of the victim in a significant unsolved case from 1989, just a week before the statute of limitations expires. The case involves the kidnapping and murder of Shoko-chan, which remains the most heinous crime in the history of D Prefectural Police. The family of the victim has declined the director's offer to extend condolences. A strict confidentiality order has been issued for all individuals involved in the case, including the investigators from that time. This has created a barrier between the Criminal Investigations Department and the Police Affairs Department. Additionally, a mysterious memo has surfaced, followed by a new kidnapping that bears a striking resemblance to the 1989 case just before the director's scheduled visit.

Recommendation: Kami no Tsuki similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerMiniseriesSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Rinka Umezawa, a homemaker, seeks out small joys in life. Her husband, Masabumi, is committed to supporting her. The couple does not have any children. Rinka decides to take on a part-time job at a bank, where she visits clients' homes and occasionally assists them with household tasks, earning their trust. During one visit to client Kojo Hirabayashi's home, she encounters his grandson Kota, who asks for money. This interaction has a profound impact on Rinka. Subsequently, she steals one hundred million yen from the bank and disappears. Two years later, Rinka's former classmates Yuko Okazaki and Aki Nakaji uncover her embezzlement scheme and confront their own inner demons.

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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerDeathFamilyMiniseriesRomanceSecretSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Saijo Kinuka, a homemaker, resides in a Western-style house in Kamakura with her husband and two teenage children after inheriting it from her late father-in-law. She fulfills her dream of opening a flower arrangement school in the salon of her new home. However, her past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, Seno Itsuki, unexpectedly shows up at her housewarming party. Strange occurrences begin to unfold in the household, such as missing food and clothing, as it is revealed that Seno has been secretly living in the attic. This leads to the unraveling of hidden secrets among those close to Kinuka, ultimately impacting her mental state. The situation escalates when a murder occurs, drastically altering her fate.

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Chou no Rikigaku(蝶の力学 殺人分析班)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationFather-Daughter RelationshipInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadDetective FictionMiniseriesSerial KillingsSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Father-Daughter Relationship, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Detective Kisaragi Toko works in Investigation 1 Section 11 of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, under the supervision of Detective Hideaki Takano. Hideaki Takano is preparing to transfer to the Public Security Bureau in a week. Meanwhile, a murder occurs where a wealthy man is discovered dead in his residence with his throat slit and a blue flower inserted in the wound. The victim's wife, Mayumi, is also missing. A message from an individual claiming to be the killer, named Kurasuta 16, is sent to a newspaper, hinting at Mayumi's whereabouts. With the imminent transfer of Detective Hideaki Takano, Toko Kisaragi feels an increased sense of urgency and responsibility to solve the case.

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Iari: Mienai Kao
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathSuspenseWrongfully Accused

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Cheung Sing Hei served time in prison after being convicted of killing his stepfather. Surprisingly, his cousin Tong Lap Yeen was the main witness in the case. After a decade behind bars, Sing Hei is released, only to find that Lap Yeen has become a prominent figure in the city, while his own reputation is tarnished. Feeling frustrated and suspicious about the events of ten years ago, Sing Hei is determined to uncover the truth behind his stepfather's murder. Through his own investigation, he identifies the true culprit, but struggles to find a motive or concrete evidence. This is a story of Sing Hei's quest to reveal the truth and clear his name.

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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerMiniseriesRevengeSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The series follows the story of the main character "Zegen" as he pursues vengeance following his wife's tragic death. Li Xue Lan arrives in Japan to seek employment to cover her husband's medical expenses back in China. With Zegen's help, she starts working at a massage parlor in Kawasaki. Worried about her situation due to her temporary visa, he suggests a fake marriage with an older man. Inspired by Jou Tomioka's novel.

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The Frog(아무도 없는 숲속에서)

2024South Korea
DramaMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerDeathNoirSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Drama, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Currently, Jeon Yeong Ha's peaceful existence overseeing a holiday cabin in the forest is thrown into disarray by the sudden appearance of a enigmatic lady named Yoo Seong A. Twenty years ago, Koo Sang Jun, who was also in charge of the cabin, endured a devastating summer that led to his downfall. Yun Bo Min, who was a local police officer at the time, is now the chief of police at the same precinct and begins looking into Jeon Yeong Ha with great curiosity.

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Tobosha (2004)(逃亡者)

2004Japan
InvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerCrimeDeathSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Tetsuo Nagai works as a probation officer, helping to reform young offenders and guide them towards a better path. He leads a content life with his wife and son until tragedy strikes. His wife is murdered and his son is severely injured in an attack, leaving Nagai to grapple with the assailant who ultimately escapes. Nagai rushes his son to his father-in-law's hospital, only for his son to be targeted again and left in a coma. As police detectives investigate, Nagai becomes a prime suspect due to mounting evidence against him. Feeling cornered, he decides to go on the run in a desperate attempt to clear his name and uncover the true culprit, all while his son fights for his life in the hospital.

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Antique Bureau Midgame(古董局中局之鉴墨寻瓷)

2020China
Novel AdaptationConspiracyInvestigationMysteryThrillerCrimeSuspenseTreasure Hunting

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Conspiracy, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

After transferring the disgrace of the traitor to his grandfather, Wumai's heir underwent training and delved into the ancient lineage of the counterfeit group. While investigating, he discovered that the Qingming Shanghe collection in the Forbidden City was actually a counterfeit, orchestrated by the Hong Kong auction company Berylian to dominate the domestic antique and fake market. In order to expose the deception, he had to team up with Lao Chao Feng or the medicine, and after many twists and turns, they ultimately revealed the true nature of the Forbidden City's collection. Despite Lao Chao Feng's absence, Wishing and Huang Yanyan persevered through challenges to compete with the ancient dynasty for the five blue and white porcelain jars. With the help of an undercover member of the ancient dynasty Feng Group, they unraveled the mystery of the jars and successfully salvaged a shipwreck at sea, exposing the lurking deceit of the ancient dynasty's Feng. This marked the end of the counterfeit group's five-thousand-year legacy, as Wishing sought revenge and aimed to cleanse the antique industry of corruption.

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Honcho Azumi Season 6(ハンチョウ~警視庁安積班~ シリーズ6)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathDetective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

This time, Azumi and his colleagues must collaborate to resolve different cases near Tokyo Sky Tree in Oshiage, Tokyo. They are tasked with working at a branch office in the area, functioning as both a police station and a neighborhood police box. Dealing with the complex local environment and widespread police mistrust poses ongoing challenges for them in their work.

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Conspiracy (2020)(谋局)

2020China
Novel AdaptationConspiracyInvestigationMysteryThrillerCrimePolice Officer Male LeadSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Conspiracy, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The narrative follows the collaboration between seasoned detective Gao Dong, who is facing personal challenges, and ambitious rookie officer Zhang Yi Ang. This dynamic partnership is depicted in the novel "High IQ crimes" by Zi Jin Chen.

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Evil Minds Season 2(心理罪2)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalThrillerBromanceCriminal Profiler Male LeadFriendshipKidnappingLGBTQ+SuspenseTransgender Supporting Character

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Fang Mu comes back to join the police force as a criminal profiler. He teams up with Tai Wei once again to locate the abducted daughter of their captain.

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A Murderous Affair in Horizon Tower(摩天大楼)

2020China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerBlackmailDeathFoster CareFriendshipMental IllnessPoor FamilySuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Zhong Mei Bao, the owner of a charming café, was discovered deceased in her apartment at Horizon Tower, her face adorned with doll-like makeup

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The Road: The Tragedy of One(더 로드: 1의 비극)

2021South Korea
Novel AdaptationDramaInfidelityInvestigationMysteryThrillerDrug UsageExtramarital AffairMelodramaPopular Female LeadPopular Male LeadRich Female LeadSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Infidelity, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The luxurious lives of the high-class inhabitants of "Royal the Hill" are filled with hidden secrets, unfulfilled desires, and lingering guilt

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Genya(幻夜)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInfidelityInvestigationMysteryThrillerEvil Female LeadEvil Male LeadImpulsive Male LeadMiniseriesSerial Killer Male LeadSerial KillingsSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Infidelity, Investigation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

A man accidentally causes the death of his uncle, which is witnessed by a woman. They develop a romantic relationship and escape to Tokyo. Meanwhile, a detective delves into their histories.

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Kagi no Kakatta Heya(鍵のかかった部屋)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerCalm Male LeadEccentric Male LeadEpisodic FormatLocked Room MysterySignature MoveSmart Male LeadSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Enomoto Kei works for a prominent security company where he unravels the mysteries of locked rooms. Despite his calm and collected nature, he possesses a peculiar fascination with locks and keys. Instead of simply solving cases, his main focus is on deciphering the secrets hidden within sealed rooms. (

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The King of Pigs(돼지의 왕)

2022South Korea
DramaInvestigationMurderMysterySchool BullyingThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadFlashback To PastMental IllnessRevengeSchool ViolenceSuspense

Like Iari: Mienai Kao, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kyung Min and Detective Jong Suk, who have not been in touch for two decades, reunite after receiving a message from a long-lost friend. This message brings back painful memories of their school days and triggers a series of unexplained murders. As Jong Suk delves into the investigation, he uncovers links to the past, while the story delves into the roots of school violence and its lasting effects on society. Inspired by the animated movie "The King of Pigs" by Yeon Sang Ho, which is based on a true story.

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Kataomoi (2017)(片想い)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalBisexual Female LeadDeathGender DysphoriaLGBTQ+MiniseriesSportsUnrequited Love

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Sports journalist Nishiwaki Tetsuro, who is in an unhappy marriage with former football club manager Risako, reunites with his old teammates during a gathering

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Aku no Hado(悪の波動 殺人分析班スピンオフ)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalThrillerDeathDifficult AdulthoodHidden IdentityMiniseriesOrphan Male LeadSuspenseViolence Against Animals

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In Kawasaki City in 2014, a series of murders targeting women occurs where the victims are found killed in a manner resembling hanging. These incidents are referred to as the "Hanging Murders" by the public. The police face challenges in their investigation as they lack any clues about the perpetrator. Detective Iguchi of the First Investigation Division suspects a man named Nogi Naoya of committing these crimes out of pleasure. Nogi goes to great lengths to conceal his true identity, covering his tracks in public and living in a secretive manner. Unbeknownst to many, Nogi is actually Yaginuma Masato, who was previously a victim in the well-known Akishima mother and son kidnapping case. His interactions with his neighbor Yoshika raise questions about his true intentions.

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Solomon no Gisho(ソロモンの偽証)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalSchool BullyingThrillerCorruptionDeathDeath Of A ClassmateDomestic ViolenceHigh SchoolMental IllnessSuspense

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On Christmas morning, Fujino Ryoko makes a shocking discovery when she finds the lifeless body of her classmate, Kashiwagi Takuya, in the snow-covered school grounds. Authorities initially rule his death as a suicide. However, Fujino Ryoko receives an anonymous letter alleging that Kashiwagi Takuya was actually murdered by a group of students led by Ooide Shunji. This revelation sparks speculation from the media and social media users, questioning the true cause of Kashiwagi Takuya's demise. The school principal's attempt to control the situation only adds to the chaos. Disturbed by the public's response, Fujino Ryoko demands a trial, leading to an unprecedented school trial.

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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMiniseriesPolice Officer Male LeadRevengeSuspense

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Detective Shibasaki Sachio's daughter, who was a member of the First Investigation Division, is tragically murdered. Together with Kawasumi Shigekatsu, a young detective who looks up to Shibasaki as a mentor, they try to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved. Fast forward 15 years, Shibasaki is now retired and caring for his sick wife, Miwako. Things take a turn when a new unit is formed to reinvestigate cold cases, with Kawasumi joining the team. As they revisit the case, a suspect emerges, leading Shibasaki to seek justice on his own. A fateful phone call sets off a chain of events that ultimately lands him in a difficult situation. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

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Why Try to Change Me Now(平原上的摩西)

2023China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThriller1990sChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathFriendshipPolice Officer Male LeadSlow Burn StorySuspense

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Located in the gritty industrial region of northeastern China, this story follows a young police officer as he delves into the investigation of a taxi driver's murder. As he uncovers clues, he realizes that a childhood friend may have a connection to the crime. Unraveling the mystery layer by layer, he exposes a past that was buried 12 years ago. This storyline is based on the novel "Moses on the Plain" by Shuang Xue Tao.

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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathDetective FictionDetective Male LeadSuspense

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In reality, every individual on this planet is like a marionette, with invisible strings controlling their actions. Two decades ago, the renowned psychologist Ouyang Qiu, along with his friend and colleague Ruan Haotian, traveled to Dawn City for a confidential research project. Tragically, Ouyang met his demise by falling from a building, while Dr. Ruan vanished under mysterious circumstances. Subsequently, the project was abruptly terminated. Fast forward twenty years, Ouyang Qiu's son, Ouyang Yiming, has grown up and joined a specialized SCI Team as an agent. When a gruesome mutilation case arises in Dawn City, Ouyang Yiming takes it upon himself to investigate. However, just as he nears a breakthrough, the perpetrator takes their own life, prompting Ouyang to delve deeper into the mystery. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that Pandora's Box is on the verge of being opened... (Q1Q2)

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Mystery of Antiques(古董局中局)

2018China
Novel AdaptationConspiracyInvestigationMysteryThrillerAntique Dealer Male LeadShop Owner Male LeadSuspenseTreasure Hunting

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Xu Yuan, a regular owner of an antique store, is informed by a visitor about a surprising conspiracy. He discovers that a legendary treasure has connections to him and a mysterious group has already determined his destiny. In order to restore his family's reputation and dismantle a counterfeit operation, he sets out on a perilous quest.

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Phoenix Rising(蘭花劫)

2008Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerCrimeDeathPrison SettingSuspense

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Crystal, Louisa, and Leila grew up as siblings after being orphaned at a young age. Each of them was adopted into different families with diverse backgrounds. When Louisa was imprisoned for a crime she committed, Crystal took the blame to protect her sister. Leila, known for her kindness, attempted to help by falsifying evidence but ended up being incarcerated as well. Tensions between the three sisters and the prison owner escalate, leading to a desire for revenge. This series delves into the underworld of women in prison, exploring their struggles and conflicts.

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Galileo Season 2(ガリレオ)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerDetective FictionPhysicsProfessor Male LeadSuspense

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Manabu Yukawa, the brilliant physicist, is known for his exceptional talents and flawless character. Despite his good looks, athletic abilities, and sharp intellect, he has a disdain for children and can exhibit unreasonable behavior, earning him the nickname "the eccentric Galileo" among his peers. How will the clever Galileo tackle the otherworldly puzzles presented to him this time? Misa Kishitani, a detective with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's investigation unit, prides herself on her intelligence but also has a sadistic streak. A new addition to the TV series, her role will take on the responsibilities previously held by Kaoru Uchiumi. Taken from the novels "Galileo no Kunou", "Seijo no Kyuusai", "Kyozou no Doukeshi", and "Kindan no Majutsu" by Higashino Keigo.

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Shotai(正体)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathMiniseriesPrisoner Male LeadSuspense

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Kaburagi Keiichi was taken into custody on suspicion of murder and given the death penalty. He managed to escape from prison during transport, but instead of fleeing, he helped the individuals he encountered in his hiding spot. As these individuals discovered Kaburagi's identity as a death row escapee, they questioned whether he was truly a killer.

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Tokyo Vice Season 2(TOKYO VICE Season2)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerCo-producedCrimeMiniseriesSuspense

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Drawing inspiration from the memoir "Tokyo Vice: An American Journalist Covering the Police Beat in Japan" by Jake Adelstein, this project is a joint production with the United States.

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Bluetick(已讀不回)

2018Hong Kong
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerCo-producedDeathFuneralSuspense

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Join the suspenseful journey of ten strangers at a funeral who are entangled in a web of mystery and danger

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Sunrise on the River(江河日上)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerCity SettingEnvironmental IssuesSocial IssuesSuspense

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In H province's Qijiang City, an outbreak of blue-green algae occurred. Vice Mayor Wang Wu, responsible for environmental protection, had to take a break from his duties due to exhaustion. Renowned environmental protection expert Lin Han Jiang was appointed as the new director of the Environmental Protection Bureau of Qijiang City. Upon assuming his new role, Lin Han Jiang discovered that cyanobacteria posed a significant environmental threat, as revealed by years of water sample testing in Qijiang. With the organization's support, Lin Han Jiang fearlessly investigated the true cause of the blue-green algae outbreak, determined not only to address the immediate issue but also to improve the overall water quality of the Qijiang River. Addressing the root causes of environmental pollution in Qijiang was crucial, involving not just the city's largest industrial park but also the night market and boiler plant, all of which impacted residents' daily lives. Balancing economic growth with ecological preservation presented a challenging dilemma. Despite the obstacles, Lin Han Jiang remained steadfast in his commitment, ultimately restoring clean water and green landscapes to Qijiang while providing a model for effective ecological and economic harmony.

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Utsubokazura no Yume(ウツボカズラの夢)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerMiniseriesPsychological ManipulationSuspenseTransformation

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Saito Mifuyu, an 18-year-old girl from Nagano, had a simple upbringing. After her mother passed away, her father brought his new partner into their home, leaving Mifuyu feeling displaced. She received an invitation from her late mother's cousin, Kashimada Naoko, to stay at their luxurious house in Tokyo. Feeling envious of their wealth, Mifuyu decided to integrate herself into the Kashimada family. In the process, she transformed into a cunning girl who manipulated others to achieve her desires, much like a pitcher plant.

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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalDeathKidnappingMiniseriesSupernatural

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A widely discussed event has taken place in Japan involving the Doizaki couple who murdered their 15-year-old daughter and concealed her body beneath their home for 16 years. One day, Toshiko Hagitani, a homemaker, visits Shigeko Maehata, an employee at a small publishing company, to share her suspicion that her 12-year-old son Hitoshi may possess a unique ability to see the memories of others. Toshiko shows Shigeko a drawing created by Hitoshi depicting a girl with a pale face lying in a house topped with a bat-shaped weather vane, resembling the Doizaki couple case. Intrigued, Shigeko decides to investigate further, but tragically, Hitoshi passes away in a car accident. Meanwhile, the Doizaki couple's lawyer informs their daughter Seiko that they have severed all ties with her. Concurrently, a female high school student is reported missing.

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Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin(女の中にいる他人)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMurderMysteryThrillerDeathFamilyMiniseriesSuspense

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Tanuma Yuriko is a homemaker residing with her spouse Kazuo, their two kids, and mother-in-law Hatsue. When Saori, the spouse of Kazuo's friend Kusumoto Masafumi, is found murdered, Kazuo admits to having an affair with her. Yuriko suspects him of being responsible for Saori's death. Despite Kazuo's attempt to turn himself in to the authorities, Yuriko stops him, choosing to conceal his crime to maintain their family's tranquility. As Yuriko grapples with the situation, a newfound determination to protect her family emerges within her.

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Jashin no Tenbin Koan Bunseki Han(邪神の天秤 公安分析班)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryDeathEgyptian MythologyMiniseriesTorture

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Takano was reassigned to the prestigious Public Security Department within the Japanese police force. The murder of a prominent member of the ruling party occurred close to the site of a previous bombing. The victim had one of their organs removed and a symbol resembling a heart with wings was left nearby. Despite feeling uneasy about the murder method, which seemed to be inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology, Takano's attempts to discuss the case were dismissed by his colleague Himuro.

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Kanojotachi no Hanzai(彼女たちの犯罪)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryThrillerDetective Female LeadHousewife LeadMiniseriesSuspense

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Himura Mayumi, Jinno Yukari, and Kumazawa Riko come from diverse backgrounds with seemingly no connections between them. However, their lives take unexpected turns due to a missing woman's case, leading to the revelation of their hidden secrets and the truth behind the investigation. Himura Mayumi, a 32-year-old single woman working in the public relations department of a large clothing company, faces challenges at work and desires marriage as an escape. Despite her longing for ordinary happiness, the prospect of marriage now brings her anxiety. Jinno Yukari, a 34-year-old housewife from a wealthy family, leads a seemingly comfortable life but feels lonely due to the lack of children and her husband's distant behavior. Like Himura Mayumi, she also yearns for ordinary happiness. Meanwhile, Kumazawa Riko, a 29-year-old rookie detective, recently joined the detective division and shares the same desire for a sense of ordinary happiness in her life.