Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami - Asian drama recommendation
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Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami(愛しい嘘~優しい闇~)

2022Japan
Attempted MurderChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathDramaFlashback To PastFriendshipMurderMysteryNice Female LeadRomanceSecretSecret CrushSuspenseThriller

Mio reunites with her first love, Shuichi, during a middle school reunion, leading to a reignition of her feelings for him. However, their reunion takes a dark turn as members of the gathering begin mysteriously dying one by one.

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Itoshii Uso Yasashii Yami

Recommendation: Yaneura no Koibito similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysteryRomanceSecretSuspenseThrillerFamilyInvestigationMiniseriesPsychological

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Secret, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% 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.

Recommendation: Beneath the Undertow similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Beneath the Undertow(暗潮缉凶)

2025China
DeathDramaFlashback To PastMurderMysterySecretSuspenseThrillerDetective Male LeadDifferent TimelinesInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadWeb Series

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Flashback To Past, Murder, Mystery, Secret, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

In the once-thriving state-owned Asahi Factory, the remains of a female college student, whose foot has been severed, are inadvertently discovered in an abandoned sewage tank. The victim, identified as Shen Xiao Zhou, is the daughter of an employee at the factory. Lian Hai Ping, the leader of the criminal police team, is assigned to look into the matter. On the first day of the case, Shi Qiang Feng, a young criminal officer who reported the incident, finds himself unexpectedly placed on Lian Hai Ping's investigative team. This unforeseen case propels both of them into a fateful quest to track down the perpetrator. Concurrently, the investigation stirs up a concealed past within Lian Hai Ping's memory, while his new partner, Shi Qiang Feng, appears to harbor his own secrets. Throughout the inquiry, Lian Hai Ping uncovers that a mysterious force is orchestrating events surrounding the case. A partner with an enigmatic background, a first love tragically lost, a deeply entrenched entrepreneur, and a once-bustling factory area now in decline... This investigation weaves together truths that link the past and the future. The haze begins to lift, but the currents underneath are already in motion.

Recommendation: Why Try to Change Me Now similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Why Try to Change Me Now(平原上的摩西)

2023China
Childhood Friends RelationshipDeathDramaFriendshipMurderMysterySuspenseThriller1990sNovel AdaptationInvestigationPolice Officer Male LeadSlow Burn Story

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Death, Drama, Friendship, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Misleading Track similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Misleading Track(叠影危情)

2005Hong Kong
DeathDramaMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigationLawLawyer Male LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

Yan Ting was wrongly accused of killing her husband Yuen Man San in Taiwan, leading to her imprisonment for five years. With her family in Hong Kong turning their backs on her, Yan Ting's son was taken care of by her close friend Wun Suk Lan. Due to her good behavior in prison, she was released early and returned to Hong Kong. There, she meets a compassionate lawyer named Lo Lei Ho and starts working at his law firm. Along with searching for her son, Yan Ting is also trying to mend her broken relationship with her family. Meanwhile, she believes she sees Man San in the bustling streets of Hong Kong, leading her to question his death. Man San, now married to Chiang Nga Yi, is attempting to gain approval from her father. Unexpectedly, Suk Lan returns to Hong Kong from America claiming to be Man San's wife as well. As more surprising events unfold, the true identity of Man San is revealed to the other characters, leading to a series of deaths in order to protect his secret.

Recommendation: Through The Mystery similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Through The Mystery(穿越谜团)

2016China
DeathDramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMedical

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

Recommendation: Last One Standing (2008) similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Last One Standing (2008)(與敵同行)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationWrongfully Accused

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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.

Recommendation: The Frog similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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The Frog(아무도 없는 숲속에서)

2024South Korea
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNoirPsychological

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% 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.

Recommendation: Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2 similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2(コールドケース2 〜真実の扉〜)

2018Japan
DeathDramaFlashback To PastMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMultiple Mains

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Flashback To Past, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Reboot of the American television show "Cold Case" from 2003.

Recommendation: The Doll Master (2017) similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: Phoenix Rising similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Phoenix Rising(蘭花劫)

2008Hong Kong
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeInvestigationPrison Setting

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseries

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, 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 Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationRevenge

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, 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: A Murderous Affair in Horizon Tower similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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A Murderous Affair in Horizon Tower(摩天大楼)

2020China
DeathDramaFriendshipMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationBlackmailFoster CareInvestigationMental IllnessPoor Family

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Friendship, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% 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

Recommendation: N no Tame ni similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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N no Tame ni(Nのために)

2014Japan
DeathDramaFlashback To PastFriendshipMurderMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesOlder Woman-Younger ManViolenceViolence Against Children

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Flashback To Past, Friendship, Murder, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

University students Sugishita Nozomi, Naruse Shinji, Ando Nozomi, and Nishizaki Masato stumble upon the murder of the Noguchi couple as a result of their premeditated plan. Nishizaki is apprehended at the scene and receives a 10-year prison sentence due to his voluntary admission of guilt. A decade later, former police officer Takano Shigeru, skeptical of the case's outcome, begins to seek the truth. He believes the root of the incident lies in a crime committed by Nozomi and Naruse on an island in the Seto Inland Sea 15 years prior, all for the sake of each other.

Recommendation: Take What to Save You My Love similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
DeathMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationHeiress LeadInvestigationLawyer Male Lead

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

Recommendation: Evil Minds similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Evil Minds(心理罪)

2015China
DeathDramaFlashback To PastMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBromanceCriminal Profiler Male LeadInvestigationPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)PsychologicalSlight HorrorWeb Series

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Flashback To Past, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Fang Mu is renowned for his expertise in criminal psychology within the city. After teaming up with police officer Tai Wei Lian to solve a string of unusual murders on campus, Fang Mu was deeply affected by the cases, leading him to spiral into a state of decay. Despite his attempts to bury the memories and deceive both himself and others, the devil's taunts persisted with a new wave of mysterious killings that ultimately landed Fang Mu behind bars. Forced to confront his past traumas, guilt, and sins while facing off against the enigmatic devil.

Recommendation: Crimson River similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Crimson River(非常目击)

2020China
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationPolice Officer Male LeadReturn To HometownWeb Series

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

A cold case involving the murder of a young girl resurfaces two decades later, stirring up memories in a tranquil town. Shan Feng, who had witnessed the crime in the past, comes back to the town as a police officer, haunted by the painful recollections. Determined to uncover the truth, he finds that everyone connected to the case has experienced significant transformations.

Recommendation: Into Thin Air similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
DramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Michael Miu, portraying the character Ko Chung Ching, left his position as a police officer to establish a private detective agency following the disappearance of his son, Tsun Sing. This happened while Miu was investigating the "Rose Killer" case. His team consists of Power Chan as Man Kai Ching Super, Bernice Liu as Man Tai Po, and Vivien Yeo as Lam Yan Yan. Kenneth Ma plays a police officer who becomes involved in the "Rose Killer" investigation alongside Miu. Ching continues the search for his son, meeting Melissa Ng's character Lai Siu, who manages a group of part-time actors. Lai Siu discovers her connection to Sing's disappearance and agrees to assist in locating him out of feelings of guilt.

Recommendation: Greed Mask similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
DramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Ko Fung is the heir to a successful cosmetics company, where his girlfriend Lok Pui Pui serves as the brand ambassador. During a promotional event for their new makeup line, Pui Pui shocked everyone by appearing in a red traditional dress instead of the planned wedding gown, before suddenly collapsing. Rumors spread that she may have been targeted by the vengeful spirit of a deceased celebrity, known for inspiring copycat suicides. Si To San, a company employee, was later invited to dinner at Ko Fung's home by his father, who claimed to be close friends with Si To San's uncle. Tragically, Ko Fung's father was discovered dead in his study weeks later. With numerous suspects in the mix, it is now up to Ko Fung, Si To San, and Zhou Yee Tong to solve the mystery, unless one of them is the culprit themselves.

Recommendation: Aishite tatte, Himitsu wa Aru similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Aishite tatte, Himitsu wa Aru(愛してたって、秘密はある。)

2017Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodDomestic ViolenceInvestigationLawLawyer Male LeadTraumaViolence

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Legal intern Okumori Rei is about to tie the knot when he is confronted by an individual from his past, revealing a long-held secret. Eight years earlier, as a high school student, Rei was forced to take drastic measures to protect his mother Akiko from an abusive situation by staging his father Kosuke's disappearance. This act created a bond of secrecy between Rei and his mother, shaping his cautious and solitary lifestyle as he pursued a career in law. Everything changes when he meets Tachibana Saya at law school, bringing light into his shadowed existence and leading to a blossoming romance. However, as Rei's wedding to Saya approaches, he starts receiving threatening messages from someone privy to his dark past.

Recommendation: Watashi Danna o Shea Shiteta similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Watashi Danna o Shea Shiteta(わたし旦那をシェアしてた)

2019Japan
DeathDramaFriendshipMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerActionFamilyFamily SecretInfidelityInvestigationMiniseriesPsychological

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Friendship, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Harumi Morishita cohabitates with her partner, Kyohei Amaya, without having officially legalized their union. When she receives a call from the authorities informing her of Kyohei's passing, she rushes to the hospital where he was taken. At the hospital, Harumi encounters Kanako Ogura and Akane Fujimiya, both of whom claim to be married to Kyohei despite not having registered their marriages, much like Harumi. Kyohei left behind a will that leads Harumi, Kanako, and Akane to a shared residence for single mothers, stating that he will bequeath 300 million yen to the sole wife he loved.

Recommendation: Jirisan similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Jirisan(지리산)

2021South Korea
DramaFlashback To PastMurderMysteryNice Female LeadSuspenseThrillerEmotionally Strong Female LeadFantasyInvestigationNice Male LeadRescue TeamSupernatural PowerTeamwork

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Flashback To Past, Murder, Mystery, Nice Female Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Mount Jiri, a revered peak in Korea, has been attracting visitors for many years. Jirisan National Park, established in 1967, is the country's oldest and largest national park, protected by dedicated rangers. Among these rangers is Seo Yi Kang, a well-known tracker, and Kang Hyun Jo, a rookie ranger with a background in the military. Led by Jo Dae Jin, the head of the Haedong Branch Office, this team puts their lives on the line to ensure the safety of park visitors. As rumors swirl around, they are faced with a challenging test in the unexplored areas of the mountain.

Recommendation: Q Series: Close Your Eyes Before It's Dark similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Q Series: Close Your Eyes Before It's Dark(植劇場 - 天黑請閉眼)

2016Taiwan
DeathFriendshipMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadHorrorInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsStabbing

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Friendship, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

An unexpected invitation gathered 8 friends at a mountain getaway to uncover a time capsule from their high school years. They stumbled upon a long-buried scandal that stirred up old resentments and animosity. The discovery of the first corpse shattered their fragile bond. The appearance of a second body marked the beginning of a deadly game. As the body count climbed and their escape route was cut off, the one hesitant to take action could be the next victim.

Recommendation: Justice similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Justice(저스티스)

2019South Korea
Attempted MurderDeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadInchoate CrimeInvestigationLawRevenge

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Attempted Murder, Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Lee Tae Kyung, a prominent attorney celebrated for his keen reasoning and impressive success rate, specializes in defending high-profile criminals, frequently referred by the construction tycoon Song Woo Yong. Although he initially sought vengeance for his brother, Lee's ambitions have now turned towards acquiring wealth. His priorities begin to change when he becomes involved in a string of cases concerning missing actresses. At the same time, Song Woo Yong, eager to expand his family's influence, finds himself in conflict with Lee regarding these cases.

Recommendation: Lu Xiang Dai similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Lu Xiang Dai(录像带)

2006China
DramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The plot revolves around the rivalry between a female offender and a policewoman. The narrative adheres to the prevailing theme of mystery and suspense dramas, with the discovery of a recording or video tape serving as a crucial clue to uncover the origins of the female criminal's misdeeds. Additionally, a romantic subplot between Lian Hai and Ning Jie intensifies the suspense of the storyline.

Recommendation: Ask The Conscience similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Ask The Conscience(读心探案)

2019China
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCity SettingDetective Supporting CharacterInvestigationPolice Department SettingPsychologist Female Lead

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

Three years ago, Pinghai City experienced a homicide that resulted in the heroic sacrifice of criminal police chief Ding Wei while trying to apprehend the suspect, Cao Ming, and protect a hostage. Recently, similar cases have resurfaced, prompting the Pinghai Municipal Public Security Bureau to reassign key members of the criminal police detachment. This new team includes Xu Zhixin as the criminal police chief, Liu Jing as a criminal psychologist, Luo Hai as the detective expert and deputy captain, Dr. Lin Xue as the physical and biochemical materials expert, a young female policewoman, and a skilled fighter named Hu Niu. Wang Xiaobo, an expert in computer networks, also joined the team to investigate these cases. Using their unique skills, Liu Jing and his colleagues analyzed the motives behind the crimes through role-playing and profiling the suspects involved in the cases.

Recommendation: The Burning River similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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The Burning River(迷雾追踪)

2020China
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBased On A True StoryDetective Male LeadInvestigationPolice Captain Female LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

In a small town in Xinan, there have been two puzzling incidents that have left the community baffled. A female police captain teams up with a young detective to investigate these mysteries. Despite an apparent motive, they uncover a web of hidden truths. One of the cases involves a late-night ride booked through an online platform that takes a dangerous turn. As more clues come to light, the investigations become more complex and intertwined. In a race against time to find the real perpetrator, the past, present, and future of the town are closely interconnected through the unfolding events.

Recommendation: Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Keishichou Kanshiki Han 2004: Investigation(警視庁鑑識班2004 INVESTIGATION)

2004Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceInvestigationMiniseries

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

Recommendation: Naomi and Kanako similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Naomi and Kanako(ナオミとカナコ)

2016Japan
DeathFriendshipMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDomestic ViolenceInvestigationMiniseriesSismance

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Friendship, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 32% similarity match.

Oda Naomi had dreams of working as a curator in an art gallery, but she currently holds a position at a department store where she caters to VIP clients. Despite her job, she is dissatisfied with her current situation. One day, her college friend, Hattori Kanako, pays her a visit at her apartment and reveals that she is being physically abused by her husband, Tatsuro, who is a high-ranking employee at a bank. Kanako is hesitant to leave her husband out of fear for her life, as he becomes violent when under stress. When Naomi spots a Chinese stowaway who bears a striking resemblance to Kanako's husband, she devises a plan to eliminate him. With Kanako's cooperation, they put their plan into action.

Recommendation: Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo similar to Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami
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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesSuicide

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, 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.

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Love's Lies(真爱的谎言)

2018China
DramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDrug TraffickingInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

A narrative about an undercover agent infiltrating a dangerous drug organization in order to dismantle it. The life of Dou Dou, a regular office worker, is disrupted when she receives a package containing illegal drugs from her ex-fiancé Jin Yuan, who disappeared on their wedding day seven years ago. Instead of going to the authorities, Dou Dou decides to confront Jin Yuan herself. Detective Qiao Liang has been monitoring Jin Yuan due to suspicions of his involvement in various criminal activities, including drug distribution and money laundering. Dou Dou, still attached to her ex, tries to help him start a new life without realizing that he is actually an undercover police officer.

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The Appearance of the Murderer(凶手的样子)

2024China
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationWeb Series

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

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Brutally Young(十八年後的終極告白)

2020Hong Kong
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

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Game of Succession(สายรักสายเลือด)

2025Thailand
DramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDeath Of A MotherInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

Driven by the passing of his mother, an absent will, and hidden truths, Mekhin embarks on a quest for justice and to assert his rights as the rightful heir.

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Hakubo no Chronicle(白暮のクロニクル)

2024Japan
Attempted MurderDeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadFantasyInchoate CrimeInvestigationVampire Male Lead

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Attempted Murder, Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Yukimura Kai is an ageless vampire who appears to be 18 years old but is actually 88 years old

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The Witness (2020)(木棘証人)

2020Hong Kong
DeathMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerComedyFamily RelationshipInvestigationLawLawyer Female LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

The Witness opens with a gunshot that results in the death of one person. Sergeant Ko Lik Kei is assigned to protect Lee Ho Fan, the most crucial witness in the case. Despite initial difficulties in their relationship, Kei and Fan eventually develop a strong bond and support each other when needed. In the meantime, Ho Fan's company becomes entangled in another criminal investigation, with Yip Cheung Lok and his son Yip Ming Kwan playing significant roles. Together, Kei, Fan, and Fan's sister Lee Chung Ying, who is a lawyer, team up to look into the company's affairs, forming a formidable trio. Kei's sister, Ko Wing Yam, also becomes involved in the situation.

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Melody of Secrets(ความลับในบทเพลงที่บรรเลงไม่รู้จบ)

2025Thailand
DeathMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerCriminal Profiler Male LeadGay RomanceInvestigationJournalist Male LeadLGBTQ+Psychological

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

An unseen force compels crime reporter Botphleng to seek out his partner, Tankoon, yet his recollections are strangely muddled, leaving him unable to recall what the man looks like. Is Tankoon, the criminologist who insists he is Botphleng's lover, truly who he says he is?

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Malice (2023)(MALICE)

2023Japan
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesProfessor Female LeadReporter Male LeadWeb Series

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Kozono Yohei, the secretary general of Shoto University, was discovered dead from stab wounds in his residence. Hoshino Naoto, a detective at Fujimi Police Station, hurries to the crime scene and observes the murder scene in the living room. Tanimura Kaho, a lecturer in the Department of International Studies at Shoto University, is determined to advance in life by any means necessary and has been involved in a romantic relationship with Kozono, who oversees personnel matters, for six months. Following Kozono's murder, Kaho is taken into custody as the prime suspect. Meanwhile, journalist Maruyama Sota receives details about the affair through an anonymous email and suspects that someone is trying to manipulate the narrative of the incident. He initiates his own inquiry. Amidst this, Hoshino grows uneasy with the investigative approach taken by senior police officials, who hastily conclude that Kaho is the perpetrator. He eventually comes to the realization that Kaho may have been set up by someone.

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Dalah: Death and the Flowers(ดาหลา บุปผา ฆาตกรรม)

2025Thailand
DeathDramaMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeFlorist Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesSinger Supporting CharacterViolence

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

As law enforcement hurries to apprehend suspects in a highly publicized murder investigation, the enigmatic death marks the onset of a cascade of sinister truths waiting to be revealed. The narrative centers on Dalah, a fashionable floral designer tasked with creating flower arrangements for the eagerly awaited wedding of Ohm, the frontrunner for Prime Minister, and his fiancée Risa. Their impending marriage has garnered widespread media attention as it is set to merge two of the nation’s most influential families. However, when the groom is discovered deceased on the day of the wedding, all attendees find themselves under suspicion in the murder inquiry. Caught in a tangled web of clandestine relationships and elite scandals, Dalah takes it upon herself to investigate, uncovering dark secrets and a conspiracy that connects to her own history.

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The Twelfth Second(第十二秒)

2021China
DeathDramaMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDeath Of A WifeDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDisappearanceInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Detective Zhao Yi Chen's pregnant wife, Hu Jia Ying, vanishes suddenly, leaving only an 11-second distress call. Nearly a decade later, he is led to a stranger's house by a letter, discovering that his wife passed away a year prior and left behind a silent 9-year-old daughter. The series delves into Zhao Yi Chen's emotional journey with Hu Jia Ying and his quest to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her death, unveiling shocking revelations about her past.

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Kamen Dosokai(仮面同窓会)

2019Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFlashback To PastMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationNaive Male LeadReturn To HometownSchool SettingSlight Romance

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Flashback To Past, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

After graduating from high school, Shintani Yosuke decided to move away from his hometown to escape the painful memories of his late brother and a cruel teacher. However, he recently returned to his hometown due to a job transfer. During a school reunion, he reunited with three old friends from his high school days. Together, they took revenge on their former teacher who used to physically punish students. The incident resulted in the teacher's death, which came as a shock to Yosuke and his friends who initially viewed it as a harmless prank.

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Unforgiven (2016)(灭罪师)

2016China
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationSerial KillingsSet In A Foreign Country

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

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The Hunting Genius(寻人大师)

2017China
DramaFriendshipMysterySuspenseThrillerActionDetective Agency SettingInvestigation

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Five people - Lin Yuan Su, Die Qi, Qiu Ling, Xia Gu Duo, and Zhou Qi - come together during a quest to find a lost dog. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they decide to establish a team dedicated to locating missing persons. Through their collaboration, they build a profound bond and uncover the real significance of their mission. As their friendship grows stronger, Lin Yuan Su gains the confidence to embark on a search for his absent father, with the support of his companions.

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Target Person(目标人物)

2020China
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyInvestigationWeb Series

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

A mysterious escape room game brings together a group of individuals who soon discover a hidden conspiracy among them

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Follow Saretara Owari(フォローされたら終わり)

2019Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipSuspenseThrillerShort Length SeriesSlight RomanceSocial Media

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Nakamura Sotaro and his group of eight close friends first bonded during their high school cultural festival planning

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Black Postman(ブラックポストマン)

2023Japan
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesSerial Killings

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

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Ubawareta Bokutachi(奪われた僕たち)

2024Japan
DeathDramaMurderSuspenseThrillerMiniseriesPsychologicalSerial Killings

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Drama, Murder, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Sakai Yoichi, a self-employed video producer, was feeling trapped in his current circumstances, barely scraping by with odd jobs. Upon returning to his apartment, which doubled as his workspace, he discovered a package along with a note. The message read, "Interested in filming my activities? Get in touch. I believe you'll find it intriguing." Despite being swamped with work, Sakai opened the package absentmindedly and was taken aback. Inside was a severed human finger. Speechless, he hesitated to contact the authorities and instead reflected on the situation. "Perhaps this could be a turning point in my life..." With this intuition, he decided to reach out to the provided contact number. Subsequently, he paid a visit to the designated residence in the outskirts, where he was welcomed by a man named Mitsumi Kei. What adventures awaited Sakai after he began documenting murders following his encounter with Mitsumi Kei?

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Pursue()

2007China
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

A murder investigation unfolded in Xincang City involving the death of Xiao Hai Yun, the owner of a real estate company. Xiao had recently teamed up with Zhou Guo Qin, a police captain, to uncover corruption within the development zone led by Xu Zhong Lu. Tragically, Zhou died while pursuing the killer. This led to suspicions falling on Jiang Dong Zhi, a taxi driver involved in the case, who decided to go on the run. As young officer Lu Yang searched for Jiang, he unraveled the complexities surrounding the case. Jiang, evading capture, used clues left by Zhou and his own methods to seek the truth.

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Tobosha (2004)(逃亡者)

2004Japan
DeathMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeInvestigationPsychological

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Death, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, 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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Feng Kuang De Pian Ju(疯狂的骗局)

2010China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.