Kakusho - Asian drama recommendation
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Kakusho(確証〜警視庁捜査3課)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationChief Of Police Male LeadCo-workers' RelationshipDramaFormer Detective Supporting CharacterInterrogator Female LeadInterrogator Male LeadLegal Immigrant Supporting CharacterLieutenant Male LeadMarried Male LeadMysteryPickpocket Supporting CharacterThriller

Akiho Takeda has been placed in the #3 investigation unit of The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. On her inaugural day, a robbery occurs at a jewelry store in Shibuya. Despite her desire to be a part of the #1 investigation team, they are assigned to the case. Despite this, Akiho decides to visit the jewelry store in secret. Subsequently, a safe at a jewelry store in Roppongi is broken into, resulting in the theft of the diamond known as "Besu". This diamond is part of the trio known as the "Kuraida Family's Three Sisters", along with "Ani" and "Kyasari". The diamond "Ani" was stolen from the Shibuya jewelry store a few days earlier. Although many suspect a connection between the two diamond thefts, Akiho notes differences in the techniques used by the thieves. However, she remains convinced that there is a link between the two incidents.

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Recommendation: Keiji no Manazashi similar to Kakusho
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Keiji no Manazashi( 刑事のまなざし )

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipDramaInterrogator Male LeadMarried Male LeadMysteryCriminal Supporting CharacterDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Scientist Supporting CharacterHomelessnessPsychologist Supporting Character

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Interrogator Male Lead, Married Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 32% similarity match.

Nobuto Natsume transitioned from working at a youth detention center to becoming a detective after reaching forty years of age. He started his detective career in the violent crimes division at Higashi-Ikebukuro Police Station, where he diligently listens to case participants and conducts thorough investigations to reveal the facts. Seasoned Detective Seiichi Fukumori partners with Nobuto Natsume, focusing on cases involving family-related crimes. This narrative is inspired by the novel "Keiji no Manazashi" penned by Gaku Yakumaru.

Recommendation: Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie similar to Kakusho
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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 27% 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.

Recommendation: Honboshi - Shinri Tokuso Jikenbo similar to Kakusho
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Honboshi - Shinri Tokuso Jikenbo(ホンボシ 心理特捜事件)

2011Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipInterrogator Female LeadInterrogator Male LeadMysteryThrillerAnalyst Male LeadChief Of Police Supporting CharacterForensic Investigator Supporting CharacterInvestigationManipulative Co-WorkerPolice Inspector Male LeadSupportive Friend

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Interrogator Female Lead, Interrogator Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Having previously worked as a psychologist, a man with the unique skill of detecting lies through behavior and mimicry has transitioned into a career as a detective. Utilizing his special ability, he tackles challenging cases and solves them with precision.

Recommendation: 64 (2015) similar to Kakusho
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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% 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 Kakusho
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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% 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.

Recommendation: Shinzanmono similar to Kakusho
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Shinzanmono(新参者)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipFormer Detective Supporting CharacterMysteryThrillerChief Of Police Supporting CharacterCousins RelationshipInvestigationInvestigator Supporting CharacterMarried Supporting CharacterSupportive In-LawTax Investigator Supporting Character

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Former Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

A woman was killed in the Ningyo-cho area of Nihonbashi, Tokyo. Detective Kaga Kyoichiro, a recent transfer to the Nihonbashi police precinct, is assigned to investigate the murder. With numerous suspects from Ningyo-cho's shopping street, Detective Kaga must rely on his sharp deductive skills to solve the case.

Recommendation: The Disappearing Child similar to Kakusho
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The Disappearing Child(消失的孩子)

2022China
Novel AdaptationDramaMarried Male LeadMysteryThrillerChild Supporting CharacterDeath Of A FatherDivorced Male LeadInvestigationMarried Female LeadMarried LifeSearching For A ChildSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Married Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

During the morning of the winter solstice, Yang Yuan's nine-year-old son goes missing mysteriously, leading the police to a suspect with a strong alibi. At the same time, Yuan Wu is faced with financial struggles following his father's sudden passing. A few months prior, Lin Chu Ping, a single woman, was attacked while asleep, with only a handkerchief soaked in ether left at the scene. As the authorities delve into the investigations, they discover a web of connections between these incidents. Will they be able to locate Yang Mo before it's too late?

Recommendation: Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN similar to Kakusho
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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesRevengeSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 24% 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.

Recommendation: Shinhannin Flag 2 similar to Kakusho
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Shinhannin Flag 2(真犯人フラグ2)

2022Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipDramaMarried Male LeadMysteryInvestigationMarried Female LeadMiniseriesOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Married Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Sagara Ryosuke is a regular employee at a medium-sized shipping company. He is known for his kind-hearted nature. His family includes his wife Maho, their daughter who is in high school, and their son who is in elementary school. Maho works part-time at a grocery store. Despite being a happy family, Maho and their two children vanish without a trace. This sudden disappearance catches the attention of both the media and the public. In his search for the truth behind his family's disappearance, Ryosuke enlists the help of his coworker Ninomiya Mizuho.

Recommendation: Three-Body similar to Kakusho
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Three-Body(三体)

2023China
Co-workers' RelationshipDramaMarried Male LeadMysteryThrillerAstronomer Female LeadDeath Of A DaughterMathematician Supporting CharacterPhotographer Male LeadPhysicist Supporting CharacterPolice Captain Male LeadProfessor Male LeadSci-FiStudent Supporting Character

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Married Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

An expert in nanomaterials experiences a puzzling countdown appearing in his line of sight and becomes the subject of a military inquiry. In order to solve the enigma, he immerses himself into the virtual reality game "Three-Body" created by a clandestine group known as ETO, uncovering the secrets surrounding the fatalities of numerous scientists and a calamity during the era of the Cultural Revolution. ~ Excerpt from Liu Cixin's novel "The Three-Body Problem".

Recommendation: Galileo Season 2 similar to Kakusho
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Galileo Season 2(ガリレオ)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDetective FictionInvestigationPhysicsProfessor Male LeadSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Tokyo Vice Season 2 similar to Kakusho
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Tokyo Vice Season 2(TOKYO VICE Season2)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerCo-producedCrimeInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Sunrise on the River similar to Kakusho
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Sunrise on the River(江河日上)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerCity SettingEnvironmental IssuesInvestigationSocial IssuesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Kakusho
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% 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: Utsubokazura no Yume similar to Kakusho
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Utsubokazura no Yume(ウツボカズラの夢)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesPsychological ManipulationSuspenseTransformation

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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.

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

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDeathInvestigationMurderRevengeSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% 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: Kanojotachi no Hanzai similar to Kakusho
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Kanojotachi no Hanzai(彼女たちの犯罪)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDetective Female LeadHousewife LeadInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: The Enticement similar to Kakusho
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The Enticement(诱惑)

2019China
Novel AdaptationDramaThrillerSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Prior to his passing, Chen Tian Nuo, the President of Tian Nuo Group, gifted two valuable Dong Qichang paintings worth 200 million to Xia Wei, who is a descendant of the Xia family. At the time, Tian Nuo Group was on the verge of bankruptcy due to financial difficulties. In a desperate attempt to save the company, Chen Jin Yu, the eldest son of the Tian Nuo Group, hatches a plan to bring Xia Wei into the family in order to gain access to the wealth associated with the paintings. (Baidu)

Recommendation: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru similar to Kakusho
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Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru(櫻子さんの足下には死体が埋まっている)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDetective FictionEccentric Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesOsteologistSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Upon their first encounter, Shoutarou Tatewaki is certain that meeting Sakurako Kujou will have a lasting impact on his life. Initially suspecting her involvement in a local disappearance, he soon discovers her expertise in analyzing bone specimens. Sakurako possesses an extensive collection of reconstructed animal bones, yet she longs for more human remains, much to the disapproval of those around her. As Shoutarou joins the peculiar osteologist on various unsolved cases involving decomposing bodies, they find themselves entangled in a series of mysterious incidents. Could there be a larger enigma unfolding in their lives? "Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru" follows the unlikely duo as they demonstrate that while bones reveal how one perished, it is only through people that their life stories can be told.

Recommendation: Silent Voice Season 2 similar to Kakusho
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Silent Voice Season 2(サイレント・ヴォイス 行動心理捜査官・楯岡絵麻 2)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationInterrogator Female LeadMysteryThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesPsychologicalPsychologySmart Female LeadSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Interrogator Female Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

Tateoka Ema is an expert in interrogation, utilizing behavioral psychology to elicit confessions from suspects with a perfect track record. Through careful observation of micro-expressions, she is able to quickly identify deception in suspects. Her targeted suspects inevitably end up confessing under her scrutiny. (Jdrama Weblog)

Recommendation: Century Lao Che similar to Kakusho
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Century Lao Che(百年老宅)

2009China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Be Irreconcilable similar to Kakusho
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Be Irreconcilable(势不两立)

2014China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

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Recommendation: Two Women in the War similar to Kakusho
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Two Women in the War(兩個女人的戰爭)

2016China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Double Characters similar to Kakusho
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Double Characters(夜行人)

2017China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

Recommendation: Summer Heat (2006) similar to Kakusho
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Summer Heat (2006)(心慌、心郁、逐個捉)

2006Hong Kong
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

Recommendation: Game no Tatsujin similar to Kakusho
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Game no Tatsujin(ゲームの達人)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaThrillerMiniseriesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

Derived from Sidney Sheldon's book "Master of the Game."

Recommendation: New Plainclothes Policeman similar to Kakusho
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New Plainclothes Policeman(新便衣警察)

2005China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryInvestigationPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Based on the book "Undercover Officer" by Hai Yan.

Recommendation: Double Characters Season 2 similar to Kakusho
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Double Characters Season 2(夜行人二)

2017China
DramaMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

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Recommendation: Wind Chime similar to Kakusho
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Wind Chime(示铃录)

2016China
Novel AdaptationMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Ji Tang Tang, who uses her unique abilities and specialized tools to unravel mysteries on behalf of the deceased. Once a cheerful girl surrounded by loving parents, she tragically lost them one fateful night. Fearing connection with others, she has roamed alone for four years, growing into a strong and self-reliant individual unafraid of danger. Yue Feng, a righteous companion, stands by her side as she navigates through her adventures. Extracted from Wei Yu's novel "The Voice of Death" ( ).

Recommendation: Big Money! similar to Kakusho
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Big Money!(ビッグマネー!~浮世の沙汰は株しだい)

2002Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryBusinessInvestigation

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

"Big Money!" is a gripping tale of a young man who delves into the world of stock exchange under the guidance of an experienced investor. Shirato Norimichi survives on his parents' financial support and his luck at pachinko while searching for a stable job. His life takes a turn when he is approached by a mysterious elderly man named Kozuka Taihei, a former legendary trader. Despite the enigma surrounding Kozuka, Shirato decides to work for him and gets absorbed into the world of stock market numbers. Eventually, Shirato discovers Kozuka's plan to take down Matsuba Bank, one of the world's top banks. The two men, with a significant age gap, then team up to challenge Matsuba and its elite bankers, including Yamazaki Fumihiko.

Recommendation: Shimei to Tamashii no Limit similar to Kakusho
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Shimei to Tamashii no Limit(使命と魂のリミット)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryInvestigationMiniseries

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

The gripping narrative takes place in the cardiac surgery wing of a college hospital. Ishihara portrays a young medical intern with aspirations of becoming a cardiac surgeon, all while harboring suspicions about the true circumstances surrounding her father's death during a surgical procedure.

Recommendation: Fukuie Keibuho no Aisatsu similar to Kakusho
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Fukuie Keibuho no Aisatsu(福家警部補の挨拶)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryInvestigationPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Assistant Inspector Fukuie may not fit the typical image of an assistant inspector, but once she delves into an investigation, she becomes completely focused on uncovering the truth. She pays little attention to the hierarchical structure of the organization or the prospect of career advancement. If she has uncertainties, she will not hesitate to pursue her own line of inquiry, regardless of her superiors' opinions. On the other hand, her boss Inspector Ishimatsu holds a starkly contrasting perspective. He values organizational structure and discipline, adhering strictly to protocol. Since Fukuie joined his team, his pride has suffered as she often disregards his instructions to conduct investigations independently, eventually achieving success and enabling him to take credit for her accomplishments. Despite Ishimatsu's preference for conventional investigative methods, Fukuie's unorthodox approach consistently yields results that leave him feeling embarrassed.

Recommendation: Jiken similar to Kakusho
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Jiken(事件)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaThrillerMiniseriesSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

A deceased body is discovered in a storage space. The deceased is a young woman who owned a small eatery. Subsequently, a 19-year-old male is apprehended for the homicide and disposal of the body. Former judge turned attorney, Daisaburo Kikuchi, takes on the young man's legal defense. Initially appearing to be a straightforward case due to the man's confession, the situation takes a turn when he denies the allegations during the trial. Daisaburo Kikuchi delves into the case and uncovers the true circumstances behind it.

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Saka no Ue no Akai Yane(坂の上の赤い屋根)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryInvestigationMiniseries

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

In a peaceful neighborhood stands a house topped with a crimson roof. Nearly two decades ago, a tragic event unfolded within its walls - the brutal murder of the parents by their own daughter, Aota Ayako, and her partner, Obuchi Hideyuki. This heinous crime captured global attention, especially when Hideyuki confessed to past acts of assaulting young girls in his book "A Premature Autobiography". Throughout the trial, it was revealed that Ayako had been manipulated by Hideyuki into committing the crime, leading to his death sentence and her life imprisonment. Some time later, a new author named Ogura Sana proposed a novel idea to Hashimoto Ryo, an editor at Todoroki Shobo, based on this tragic incident. As they delved into interviews with key figures involved, such as Obuchi Reiko - who married Hideyuki while in prison - and his former mistress and skilled editor, Ichikawa Seiko, they found themselves entangled in a web of dark emotions. Little did they know, a shocking revelation awaited them, hidden from the world's knowledge.

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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDeathInvestigationJournalist Male LeadMiniseriesMurderSuicideSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 20% 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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The Long Night(沉默的真相)

2020China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerConspiracyCorruptionCrime Against MoralityInvestigationPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseWeb Series

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% 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)

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Hide(하이드)

2024South Korea
DramaMarried Male LeadMysteryThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterDifficult AdulthoodEx-Convict Male LeadFormer Prosecutor Female LeadInchoate CrimeMarried Female LeadNeighbors' RelationshipSearching For A Significant Other

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Drama, Married Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Na Moon Young is wed to Cha Sung Jae, who vanishes abruptly. She embarks on a quest to locate her spouse and unravel the mystery surrounding his disappearance. Ha Yeon Joo resides in the same neighborhood as Na Moon Young, while a enigmatic individual named Do Jin Woo possesses crucial information regarding Cha Sung Jae's vanishing act.

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Mikkoku wa Utau(密告はうたう)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDeathDeath Of A Co-workerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesSuspenseTorture

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Sara Masaki, a detective in Investigation Team 1 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, faces the tragic loss of his colleague, Detective Saito Kota, during a murder investigation. Following this, Masaki is reassigned to Personnel Department 1 within the Inspection Division, still grappling with the death of his coworker. Despite his grief, Masaki encounters hostility from his coworkers. When a mysterious letter arrives at the personnel department accusing Detective Minaguchi Nako of leaking confidential information, Masaki launches his own investigation. This leads him to delve into the unresolved case of his colleague's death.

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Anata wa Watashi ni Otosaretai(あなたは私におとされたい)

2023Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipDramaMarried Male LeadThrillerAdapted From A MangaInfidelityMarried Female LeadMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadSuspenseWorkplace Setting

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Married Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Aizawa Naoya is in a content marriage with his coworker Kana, but finds himself tempted to be unfaithful when a new colleague named Tachibana Noa starts working at his office and continuously tries to seduce him with various tactics. This information was shared on the doramaworld Twitter page and is based on the manga series "Anata wa Watashi ni Otosaretai" by Miyaguchi Jun and Umesuzu.

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Doubles - Futari no Keiji(ダブルス〜二人の刑事)

2013Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipDramaInterrogator Male LeadMysteryChief Of Police Supporting CharacterEx-Convict Supporting CharacterForensic Scientist Supporting CharacterHost-Hostess Supporting CharacterInterrogator Supporting CharacterInvestigationPolice Department SettingSlight Suspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Interrogator Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

In response to the rising levels of violent crime in Shinjuku, Tokyo, a dedicated task force has been established at the local police station. Detectives Shunsuke Yamashita and Keiichi Tashiro have been assigned to this special unit. While Yamashita is known for his straightforward approach, Tashiro is praised for his thoroughness and passion for investigations. Despite their differences, the two detectives work together to successfully crack cases.

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Petero no Souretsu(ペテロの葬列)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipMarried Male LeadMysteryBar Owner Supporting CharacterBus Driver Supporting CharacterChauffeur Supporting CharacterEditor-in-chief Supporting CharacterFather-in-law - Son-in-law RelationshipHousewife-Househusband Supporting CharacterPsychologicalPublisher Male Lead

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Married Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

Saburo Sugimura is employed in the public relations department of a company owned by his father-in-law. His primary responsibility involves editing the company's newspaper. One fateful day, while riding the bus, Saburo Sugimura finds himself in a hijacking situation orchestrated by an elderly individual armed with a gun. Law enforcement authorities intervene, resulting in an accidental discharge of the firearm that leads to the hijacker's demise. Fortunately, all hostages emerge unscathed. Although it appears that the case has been resolved, a new enigma emerges. The passengers and bus driver are set to receive compensation from the deceased hijacker. (

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Candle in the Tomb(鬼吹灯之精绝古城)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerActionAdventureFantasyHistoricalInvestigationSupernaturalSuspenseTomb Raiding

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

In accordance with an ancient proverb from China, it is said that "a person lights the flame and spirits extinguish it." Hu Ba Yi possesses extensive knowledge in Feng Shui, particularly in the arrangement of burial sites, which he acquired from an ancient manual passed down through generations in his family. This expertise proved invaluable when he found himself trapped in a snowslide in Tibet. It also came to his aid when he and his companions joined an archaeological expedition to investigate the mysterious "ghost cave" situated in the Taklamakan Desert. While guiding the team through perilous obstacles, he couldn't shake the feeling that someone had anticipated their every move and orchestrated the traps and concealed passageways accordingly. (Apple TV)

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The Twelfth Second(第十二秒)

2021China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDeathDeath Of A WifeDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDisappearanceInvestigationRomanceSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% 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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No Foul Game(不能犯规的游戏)

2021China
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerDeath GameInvestigationMultiple MainsSurvivalSuspenseWeb SeriesWriter Female LeadWriter Male Lead

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

A carefully orchestrated act of revenge unfolds as a group of eight writers are abducted and held captive in a warehouse to partake in a deadly game. The chain of events is set into motion by police trainee Gu Dai, who employs his analytical skills to crack the mystery. Gu Dai, a soon-to-be graduate of Ningcheng Public Security University, finds himself entangled in a string of writer kidnappings upon beginning his internship with the criminal investigation unit. Just as he believes he has unraveled the puzzle, all evidence points towards him as the main suspect. In this high-stakes game, breaking the rules is the only means of escape, but cheating is strictly prohibited. As the investigation unfolds, the truth slowly comes to light.

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Jiu(ジウ 警視庁特殊犯捜査係)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipDramaThrillerFamily RelationshipInvestigator Male LeadMultiple MainsPolar OppositesPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadSkilled FighterSuspense

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Motoko possesses a bold investigative nature and great physical prowess, coupled with a powerful fighting instinct, whereas Misaki is characterized by her intellectual acumen, compassionate nature, and innocence. Together, they are focused on locating Jiu, the mastermind behind a string of violent offenses. Derived from the book series "Jiu" authored by Honda Tetsuya ( ).

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Time Spiral(タイムスパイラル)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryThrillerBrother-Sister RelationshipFriendshipInvestigationMiniseriesSci-FiSlight RomanceSuspenseTime Travel

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

As a young girl, Natsuki Aizawa experienced a traumatic kidnapping incident that deeply affected her. Throughout her upbringing, she leaned on her close friend Kentaro Yuki for support. Currently, she is pursuing a degree in physics at a college. Unexpectedly, she crosses paths with the newly hired professor Shuya Tatsumi, leading to a series of mysterious occurrences in her life. It is revealed that Shuya is a time traveler who moves between different points in time.

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Strawberry Night(ストロベリーナイト)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInterrogator Female LeadMysteryDeathInterrogator Supporting CharacterInvestigationManipulative Co-WorkerMurderPolice ProceduralSlight SuspenseTrain Accident

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Interrogator Female Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

In the Tenth Homicide Section, Assistant Inspector Reiko Himekawa stands out as the sole female section chief, leading her team with unconventional investigative techniques. Director Hashizume closely monitors her methods as she works alongside subordinates Kazuo Kikuta, Tatsumo Ishikura, and the quiet Noriyuki Hayama, as well as newcomer Kohei Yuda, in competition with rival teams Kusaka and Katsumata. Despite facing personal challenges and past traumas, Reiko relies on her keen instincts to solve cases and uncover the truth. (

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Kuuhaku wo Mitashinasai(空白を満たしなさい)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMarried Male LeadMysteryDeathInvestigationMarried Female LeadMiniseriesPsychologicalResurrectionSuicideSupernatural

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Married Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

One evening, Tetsuo Tsuchiya awakens in a conference room at his workplace. Upon arriving home, his wife reveals to him that he passed away three years ago, allegedly by "suicide". This news deeply affected their family. Despite having a successful career and a newborn son, Tetsuo questioned the circumstances of his supposed suicide, suspecting foul play. Eventually, memories of the killer resurface.

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Pareto no Gosan - Kesuwaka Satsujin Jiken(パレートの誤算 ~ケースワーカー殺人事件)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationCo-workers' RelationshipDramaMysteryBartender Supporting CharacterDeathEmotionally Strong Female LeadInterrogator Supporting CharacterInvestigationMurderOffice SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

Satomi Makino, who was not enthusiastic about her job at a city welfare office, is unexpectedly assigned to work as a caseworker. With guidance from experienced colleague Toru Yamakawa, she begins her new role with coworker Junichi Onodera. Tragically, Yamakawa is later discovered dead following an apartment fire, raising suspicions of his potential involvement in illicit activities. Satomi and Onodera find themselves drawn into the lives of various individuals, uncovering a complex network of life insurance schemes and corruption within the community.

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Keishicho Shissonin Sosaka(警視庁失踪人捜査課)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaMysteryFormer Detective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseries

Like Kakusho, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Mystery themes with a 19% similarity match.

Takashiro Kengo used to be a detective in the 1st Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police. Ever since his daughter went missing, Kengo has become more reckless and less cautious. Currently, he is employed in the Missing Person Investigation Section of the Metropolitan Police, where he collaborates with his partner Myojin Megumi. (