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Iki wo Hisomete(息をひそめて)

2021Japan
Age GapAnthologyCOVID-19DramaEpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseaseMild Sexual ContentMiniseriesMultiple MainsPandemic

The Tama River runs between Tokyo and Kanagawa, emptying into Tokyo Bay under a vast sky. Along its natural banks, you can find people participating in sports, couples enjoying each other's company, and students practicing singing. Cyclists also frequent the area, taking advantage of the beautiful surroundings. In the spring of 2020, the coronavirus pandemic affected those who spent their time along this river.

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Iki Wo Hisomete

Recommendation: With You similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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With You(在一起)

2020China
AnthologyCOVID-19DramaEpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseaseMultiple MainsBased On A True StoryMedicalQuarantine

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, COVID-19, Drama, Epidemic, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Multiple Mains themes with a 50% similarity match.

With You showcases the experiences of Chinese military personnel and civilians as they battle COVID-19 through personal anecdotes. Throughout the epidemic, a diverse group of individuals including medical professionals, military personnel, delivery workers, volunteers, citizens, construction workers, and more, all played a crucial role in combating the pandemic. Their collective efforts across various sectors have been instrumental in the fight against the virus. (WeTV) Inspired by true events and individuals during the battle against the novel coronavirus outbreak in mainland China.

Recommendation: Gong Yin Yi Jiang Shui similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Gong Yin Yi Jiang Shui(共饮一江水)

2022China
COVID-19DramaEpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseaseMiniseriesLifeWeb Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features COVID-19, Drama, Epidemic, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Miniseries themes with a 46% similarity match.

Tale of conflict amid the outbreak expanding in Wuhan

Recommendation: Heroes in Harm's Way similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Heroes in Harm's Way(最美逆行者)

2020China
AnthologyCOVID-19DramaEpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseaseMultiple MainsDoctor Female LeadDoctor Male LeadInspired By A True StoryMedicalNurse Female Lead

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, COVID-19, Drama, Epidemic, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Multiple Mains themes with a 44% similarity match.

Follows the journey of regular individuals as they face the challenges of the Covid19 outbreak. (DramaWiki) Inspired by the true events of the Covid19 pandemic in Wuhan.

Recommendation: Sekai Wa 3 de Dekite iru similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Sekai Wa 3 de Dekite iru(世界は3で出来ている)

2020Japan
COVID-19DramaEpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseasePandemicBrothers' RelationshipMedicalSlice Of LifeTriplets

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features COVID-19, Drama, Epidemic, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Pandemic themes with a 40% similarity match.

The narrative follows three youths navigating life in a post-pandemic society. Mochizuki Yuto, a wandering salaryman contemplating resignation, finds his plans disrupted by a sudden COVID-19 emergency declaration. Forced into a new work routine of telecommuting and virtual meetings, Yuto's world undergoes a drastic transformation. Upon the lifting of the declaration, his older brother Taito and younger brother Mitsuo pay him a visit, showing concern for his well-being.

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Fierce Hunt(大凶捕)

2014Hong Kong
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 36% similarity match.

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Bungo Shounen! Johnny's Jrs de Meisaku wo Yomitoita(文豪少年!~ジャニーズJr.で名作を読み解いた~)

2021Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 36% similarity match.

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I Am... 23 Saitachi(I am... 23歳たち)

2024Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 36% similarity match.

At 23 years old, individuals experience a wide range of diversity in life. Some are just entering society, while others are established members. There are even those who have started families. Despite being the same age, each person has a unique story to tell. This narrative aims to capture the raw emotions and individuality of 23-year-olds.

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Home Not Alone(ホーム・ノット・アローン)

2020Japan
COVID-19IllnessInfectious DiseaseMiniseriesLifeShort Length Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features COVID-19, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

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Meguru(めぐる。)

2021Japan
COVID-19IllnessInfectious DiseaseMiniseriesLifeShort Length Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features COVID-19, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

Explores the daily routines of individuals amidst the COVID-19 outbreak

Recommendation: Wadake no Otokotachi similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Wadake no Otokotachi(和田家の男たち)

2021Japan
COVID-19DramaIllnessInfectious DiseaseMiniseriesDeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherFamilyMale Centered PlotMulti-Generational

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features COVID-19, Drama, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

Wada Yuu, aged 37, had been employed by a company for the past 15 years until it went bankrupt due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He now earns a living as a delivery driver. While on the job one day, he unexpectedly encounters his long-lost grandfather, Wada Kan, and stepfather, Wada Shuhei. When Yuu was 10, his mother remarried Wada Shuhei, who he lived with after his mother's passing. After graduating from university and finding a job, Yuu moved out, leading to a strained relationship with Wada Shuhei. Yuu decides to move back in with Wada Shuhei and Wada Kan, following a friend's suggestion to work as a reporter for an online news platform. Meanwhile, Wada Shuhei is a general producer at a broadcasting station, and Wada Kan works as an editorial writer for a newspaper.

Recommendation: The End of the World similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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The End of the World(세계의 끝)

2013South Korea
DramaEpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseasePandemicNovel AdaptationDisasterInvestigationMedicalMysteryVirus

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Epidemic, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Pandemic themes with a 29% similarity match.

An unknown epidemic with a 100% mortality rate hits Seoul, leaving uncertainty about who may survive until tomorrow. The Korea Center for Disease Control (KCDC) launches an investigation into the mysterious "M(Moon)" Virus. As the KCDC delves into the origins of the "M" virus, they discover that the carrier is just a regular student. Upon realizing he is infected, the student discreetly flees. Capturing the fugitive becomes a primary objective for the KCDC’s virus investigators. Joo Heon, likened to the KCDC's version of Sherlock Holmes due to his keen instincts, leads the charge. During the investigation, Joo Heon finds himself increasingly drawn to his colleague, Na Hyun. After a period of uncertainty, he finally reveals his feelings for her. However, their budding romance is threatened when Na Hyun contracts the M virus. (JTBC)

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Peacock Green Love(피콕그린러브)

2021South Korea
COVID-19IllnessInfectious DiseaseMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features COVID-19, Illness, Infectious Disease, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: 5 Songs similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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5 Songs(5つの歌詩)

2022Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

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Recommendation: Da Shi Jie Niu Dan Ji Season 2 similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Da Shi Jie Niu Dan Ji Season 2(大世界扭蛋机 第二季)

2023China
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

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5 Bun Nochi ni Igaina Ketsumatsu(5分後に意外な結末)

2022Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

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Recommendation: A Dream Comes True Season 2 similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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A Dream Comes True Season 2(總有出頭天II)

2014Hong Kong
DramaMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: New Talent Drama similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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New Talent Drama(新導演放映室)

2021Hong Kong
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

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Recommendation: Ode to Light and Shadow in Unity similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Ode to Light and Shadow in Unity(回归光影颂)

2022Hong Kong
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

In honor of the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China, TVB is excited to present the thoughtfully crafted series "Ode to Light and Shadow in Unity". Through this production, TVB remains steadfast in their support for the viewers. The series consists of six captivating short stories, including "Touch The Sky", "My Mom, My Ping Pong", "My Pride", "You Light Me Up", "Communion", and "Silver Lining", which will showcase Hong Kong's journey and transformations over the past 25 years.

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Short Film Road(ショートフィルム道)

2006Japan
DramaMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Rokujoma no Piano Man similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Rokujoma no Piano Man(六畳間のピアノマン)

2021Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

A young man self-identified as the "Rokujouma no Piano Man" played Billy Joel's masterpiece, Piano Man, and shared it on a video platform. Four individuals with unique backgrounds stumbled upon the performance and unknowingly found solace and motivation. (Drama Wiki)

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Kyakuhon Geinin(脚本芸人)

2022Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseries

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Three tales unfold at Wangan TV Studio, each penned by a different comedian. In the first story, "First Night" by Yoshizumi, actress Komori Kana faces off with a persistent security guard at Wangan TV as she tries to use her face pass for drama shooting. Despite the guard's constant inquiries about her identity, a unique bond begins to form between them. The second story, "Second Night" by Mizukawa Katamari, follows young program director Funo as he seeks help from veteran editor Torigoe to save an on-site recording in jeopardy. As Funo races against time to finish the project and reunite with his pregnant wife, Torigoe's relaxed editing pace causes tension. Unbeknownst to them, a new challenge lurks ahead. Lastly, in "Third Night" by Iwasaki Udai, newcomer Misaki grapples with handling viewer inquiries at the Viewer Center of Wangan TV. With the guidance of senior operator Ikue, Misaki navigates through difficulties related to a recent program broadcast. However, a mysterious silent phone call disrupts her routine.

Recommendation: The Virus similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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The Virus( 더 바이러스)

2013South Korea
EpidemicIllnessInfectious DiseaseMiniseriesPandemicDeathInvestigationMedicalMysteryStrong Male LeadSuspenseThrillerVirus

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Epidemic, Illness, Infectious Disease, Miniseries, and Pandemic themes with a 26% similarity match.

This drama focuses on the researchers in the 'special infectious disease crisis response team' headed by Lee Myung Hyun, as they delve into a perplexing infection scenario characterized by a 100% mortality rate. Throughout their investigation, they confront harsh realities and battle against the forces of malevolence.

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Wonder Tales(惊奇物语)

2023China
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Threat of Love Season 2 similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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The Threat of Love Season 2(Loving You 我愛你2)

2003Hong Kong
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesRomance

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Comprising of ten distinct stories exploring different facets of human connections, affection, and intimacy, each tale in The Threat of Love delves into its own unique theme. Through a romantic and touching approach, the book portrays modern relationships with a focus on conveying the intricate and vulnerable emotions in a genuine manner.

Recommendation: A Dream Comes True (2014) similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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A Dream Comes True (2014)(總有出頭天)

2014Hong Kong
DramaMiniseriesMultiple MainsConstruction Industry

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Recommendation: FM999: 999 Women's Songs similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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FM999: 999 Women's Songs(FM999 999WOMEN'S SONGS)

2021Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesMusic

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kiyomi Koike, a 16-year-old teenager, is filled with a mix of emotions. One day, she unexpectedly asks the question, "What defines a woman?" Suddenly, a voice of a DJ echoes in her mind, announcing the start of "Women's Songs! Radio FM999." With her eyes shut, Kiyomi is transported into a world where she encounters various female figures in the music industry and gains insights from them. One afternoon, feeling anxious about her future in her classroom, Kiyomi once again utters the question, "What defines a woman?" The DJ's voice guides her into the world of FM999. As she snaps back to reality, Kiyomi meets Shinkai, an older student who leaves a significant impact on her path ahead.

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Isu(椅子)

2022Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesFemale Centered Plot

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

A drama anthology showcasing the narratives of 8 women alongside 8 distinct chairs. (DramaWiki)

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OZU: Ozu Yasujiro ga Kaita Monogatari(OZU ~小津安二郎が描いた物語~)

2023Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesMultiple Endings

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

A series of six classic silent films by the celebrated filmmaker Ozu Yasujiro have been recreated to honor the 120th anniversary of his birth

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PM10-AM03(PM10-AM03)

2012Taiwan
DramaMiniseriesMultiple MainsRomance

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 25% similarity match.

"PM10-AM03" is a small-scale reality show featuring actors such as Lollipop-F Xiao Yu, Wei Man Guoyan Fu, Liu Yung Ka Wang Siping, and Zhang Jinglan.

Recommendation: Unknown Lovers similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Unknown Lovers(X情人)

2016Taiwan
AnthologyMiniseriesMultiple MainsRomance

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 25% similarity match.

Mini-series consisting of 6 different stories: 1. Close Friends Lover 2. Fright Lover 3. Mama's Boy Lover 4. Circumstances Lover 5. Drop-off Lover 6. Sightless Lover

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Amazing Grace (2020)(伊如陽光)

2020Taiwan
DramaIllnessMiniseriesCancer

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Genetic abnormalities cannot be undone, but maintaining a positive mindset can lead to a fulfilling life. Grace, a music enthusiast, has always been a cheerful individual. However, a failed marriage caused her to hit rock bottom. It wasn't until she volunteered for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts that she was able to overcome her inner struggles. She then met and fell in love with Johan, a physicist from Sweden. Despite being diagnosed with parotid gland cancer and blood cancer due to a defect in the P53 gene, Grace chose to undergo treatment optimistically to spare her loved ones from sadness. Even while battling illness, Grace continued to contribute to public welfare through the Internet. Her 36 years of life were a ray of sunshine, bringing warmth to the lives of many.

Recommendation: On Marriage similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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On Marriage(你的婚姻不是你的婚姻)

2022Taiwan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesRomance

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

The familiar conclusion of "And they lived happily ever after" is a theme explored in On Marriage. This anthology series delves into the challenges faced by couples who sacrifice their own desires for the sake of their marriage. Each episode offers a unique perspective on the different facets of marriage from five distinct viewpoints. (pavilion.taicca.tw)

Recommendation: Chinese Classics: Ancient Wonders similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Chinese Classics: Ancient Wonders(亘古奇冤)

2003China
AnthologyDramaMultiple MainsHistorical

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 25% similarity match.

Thirteen Traditional Chinese Stories: 1. "White Cloud Pavilion" (Parts 1-3) 2. "The Emerald Hairpin" (Parts 4-6) 3. "Rose Pavilion" (Parts 7-10) 4. "Reminiscences of the Zither" (11-12) 5. "Fifteen Coins" (Parts 13-17) 6. "Four Scholars" (Parts 18-20) 7. "Plum Blossom Fan" (Parts 21-24) 8. "Wang Laohu's Qin" (Parts 25-26) 9. "The Romance of the West Chamber" (Parts 27-29) 10. "Spring in the Jade Hall" (Parts 30-32) 11. "Reunion After Separation" (Parts 33-34) 12. "Yan Zhi" (Parts 35-36) 13. "Dou'E's Garden" (Parts 37-39)

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Sayonara no Mukougawa(さよならの向う側)

2022Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesNovel Adaptation

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

When junior high school teacher Sakuraba Ayako awakens, she is startled to find a man standing before her. He introduces himself as a guide to the mysterious realm they are in and explains that this is the afterlife. Ayako realizes that she has passed away and expresses surprise at the unexpected circumstances of her death. In this realm, individuals have the opportunity to see loved ones from the living world for a brief 24-hour period. Ayako immediately thinks of her son Yuta and husband Hirotaka, but the guide informs her that she can only visit those who are unaware of her demise. She decides to visit her former teacher Ishibashi Nobuyoshi's home, where she is greeted by his daughter Megumi, as Nobuyoshi himself had passed away two years prior.

Recommendation: Secret Love similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Secret Love(시크릿 러브)

2014South Korea
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesMultiple MainsFantasyGuardian AngelInterspecies RomanceMelodramaMultiple CouplesRomance

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 24% similarity match.

A romantic drama anthology showcasing five distinct love stories, featuring members of the idol group KARA. The series explores themes such as first love, various approaches to dating and breakups, unreciprocated feelings, and eternal love.

Recommendation: Sono Goen, Otodokeshimasu: Mercari de Atta Honto no Hanashi similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Sono Goen, Otodokeshimasu: Mercari de Atta Honto no Hanashi(そのご縁、お届けします)

2020Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesBased On A True StoryLife

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 23% similarity match.

Kuroe is employed as a delivery driver at the delivery firm "Elephant Express," situated on a quiet shopping street. Each day, she operates a compact truck to transport her parcels, each filled with distinct narratives from the senders and recipients.

Recommendation: Seizon: Aisuru Musume no Tame ni similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Seizon: Aisuru Musume no Tame ni(生存 愛する娘のために)

2002Japan
DramaIllnessMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaCancer

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 23% similarity match.

Takeda has been diagnosed with cancer and is struggling to find a reason to continue living. He has already lost his wife to cancer and his daughter has been missing for fourteen years. As he contemplates suicide, he receives a call from the police informing him that his daughter's body has been discovered, the victim of a homicide. Devastated by the news, Takeda decides to dedicate the rest of his days to seeking justice for his daughter. The clock is ticking for Takeda to find the killer before time runs out. This poignant tale follows a father's determination to uncover the truth.

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Fujiko F. Fujio SF Tanpen Drama Season 2(藤子・F・不二雄SF短編ドラマ シーズン2)

2024Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesAdapted From A Short StoryShort Length Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 23% similarity match.

Based on a compilation of short stories by the author known as F.F.F.

Recommendation: Aa, Love Hotel: Gokaban similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Aa, Love Hotel: Gokaban(ああ、ラブホテル 豪華版)

2014Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesComedyHotel Setting

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 23% similarity match.

A collection of dramatic stories filled with both humor and sadness unfolds within the walls of a romantic hotel. Directed by a skilled team and featuring a large ensemble cast, this series explores a variety of emotions within the intimate setting of a closed room.

Recommendation: Anata ni Kika Setai Uta ga Arunda similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Anata ni Kika Setai Uta ga Arunda(あなたに聴かせたい歌があるんだ)

2022Japan
DramaMiniseriesMultiple MainsInfluencer Supporting CharacterWriter Supporting Character

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 23% similarity match.

At 17, we used to view our teacher, who was 27 at the time, with a sense of superiority. However, as time passed, we found ourselves turning 27 as well. The challenges and complexities of life at this age took us by surprise. Little did we anticipate that we would reunite with each other and our teacher in the future.

Recommendation: Miracle (2006) similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Miracle (2006)(기적)

2006South Korea
DramaIllnessMiniseriesFamilyTerminal Illness

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 23% similarity match.

Upon learning that he is in the advanced stages of lung cancer, Jang Young Chul reflects on his life and starts to grasp the significance of family, affection, and career. This drama explores the roots and truths of the ongoing struggles between spouses and between parents and their children.

Recommendation: Scrap Teacher similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Scrap Teacher(スクラップ・ティーチャー)

2008Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaMiniseriesMultiple MainsJunior High SchoolNice Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeacher Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 22% similarity match.

Nakajima, Yamada, Chinen, and Arioka portray a group of middle school students who move to a school facing potential closure and decide to help improve the skills of their ineffective teachers. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Watashi ga Kemono ni Natta Yoru similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Watashi ga Kemono ni Natta Yoru(私が獣になった夜)

2021Japan
Age GapAnthologyDramaMiniseriesCohabitationFemale Centered PlotLifeRomanceSexual ContentWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Age Gap, Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 22% similarity match.

A clandestine tale of love involving four women unfolds in an omnibus. This love story delves into a night where one woman yearns for a man passionately, driven by primal desire sparked by their shared experiences.

Recommendation: Sore wa, Totsuzen, Arashi no you ni.. similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Sore wa, Totsuzen, Arashi no you ni..(それは、突然、嵐のように…)

2004Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaIllnessMiniseriesAdult-Minor RelationshipDancer Male LeadFamily RelationshipHidden IdentityOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceTerminal Illness

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 22% similarity match.

Kozue Ogawa has been married to Hideo for seven years and works as a housewife. Despite not having children, she lives with her parents at their flower shop, making each day lively. While content with her life and husband, she occasionally questions if it's fulfilling enough. To address this doubt, Kozue takes on a part-time job in the editing department of a magazine she previously worked for, where her former colleague is now the editor-in-chief. One rainy day, Kozue encounters a young man named Takuma Fukazawa, a high school student and dance teacher. As they practice in the dance studio together, Kozue feels a sense of unexpected closeness that leaves her conflicted. Though she eventually pushes Takuma away and runs home, the feeling in her chest lingers, leaving her pondering its significance.

Recommendation: Fuyu no Sakura similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Fuyu no Sakura(冬のサクラ)

2011Japan
Age GapDramaIllnessMiniseriesAbusive Significant OtherAmnesiaDouble IdentityInfidelityOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWinter Setting

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the film, Kusanagi portrays a kind glass artisan in Yamagata who has never been in love before. Imai takes on the role of a mature housewife with a family, embarking on a solo journey to Yamagata to witness cherry blossoms blooming in the winter. After getting into an accident during her trip, she is rescued by Kusanagi. As he cares for her, a connection forms between them.

Recommendation: Gifts for Future similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Gifts for Future(未來商店)

2022China
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesInvestigationMysteryShort Length Series

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 21% similarity match.

Tale of an enigmatic shop that specializes in resolving customers' issues

Recommendation: Elite Brigade IV similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Elite Brigade IV(火速救兵IV)

2018Hong Kong
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesActionSuspenseThriller

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: 100 Scene no Koi similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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100 Scene no Koi(100シーンの恋)

2008Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesLifeMobile DramaRomance

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 21% similarity match.

Mizushima Hiro takes on the roles of a stylist, a surfer, and a hairdresser in three separate 15-minute segments, all centered around themes of love

Recommendation: Heart of Yan Chai similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Heart of Yan Chai(仁濟心)

2022Hong Kong
DramaEpidemicMiniseriesHospital SettingMedicalSocial Worker Female Lead

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Drama, Epidemic, and Miniseries themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Oyaji no Senaka similar to Iki wo Hisomete
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Oyaji no Senaka(おやじの背中)

2014Japan
AnthologyDramaMiniseriesFamilyFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son Relationship

Like Iki wo Hisomete, this drama also features Anthology, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 21% similarity match.

A series of 10 episodes featuring an omnibus drama created by 10 distinct scriptwriters exploring the relationships between fathers and their children.