Kare no Iru Seikatsu - Asian drama recommendation
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Kare no Iru Seikatsu(彼のいる生活)

2024Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaEnergetic Male LeadFriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+Loyal Male LeadPopular Male LeadRomanceRoommates' RelationshipStudent Male LeadUniversityYouth

Natsukawa Ryota is excited about starting university when he unexpectedly discovers his childhood friend Tanaka Kazuhito as his new roommate. This marks the beginning of their collaborative effort to figure out why Kazuhito, who appears to have everything going for him, is still single.

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Recommendation: Why R U? similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Why R U?(와이알유)

2023South Korea
ComedyDramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthClassmates' RelationshipEnemies To LoversMiniseriesPerforming ArtsSecondary Couple

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

University student Jung Lee Won, studying acting, finds himself in a competitive relationship with directing major Kim Ji Oh. Despite their frequent disagreements, they are often required to collaborate. Little does Jung know, his younger sister is crafting a web novel featuring him and Kim Ji Oh as romantic partners. Upon uncovering this secret, Jung decides that if he harbors hidden feelings for Kim Ji Oh, the novel should become reality. As they spend increasing amounts of time together, Jung starts to question whether his sentiments towards his adversary are evolving into something deeper.

Recommendation: Freshman similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Freshman(프레쉬맨)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceRoommates' RelationshipStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthBromanceSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, Roommates' Relationship, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

It illustrates the struggle faced by external individuals trying to integrate into the college community.

Recommendation: Fourever You Part 2 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Fourever You Part 2(เพราะรักนำทาง พาร์ท 2)

2025Thailand
FriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityNovel AdaptationYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Friendship, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and University themes with a 38% similarity match.

The complex dynamics within the friend group of Easter and North are reignited. Typhoon reconnects with his older brother Tonfah, only to discover that the lingering secret from their past still causes pain. Nevertheless, he is eager to reintegrate into Tonfah’s life in any way possible. Daotok, the creative boy who communicates with spirits, is reluctantly drawn into a quest by his neighbor Arthit to find the soul of his deceased mother. However, as they pursue the departed, their hearts, still alive, begin to experience something unexpected. Tiger, the isolated youngest member of a powerful family, encounters classmate Dueannao during football tryouts. What begins as a confrontation evolves into a warmth that compels Tiger to consider crossing the boundary from friendship into a deeper connection. Three pairs. Tears, farewells, and the delicate balance between friendship and deeper feelings—begin anew.

Recommendation: Blossom Campus similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Blossom Campus(블러썸 캠퍼스)

2024South Korea
Energetic Male LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthGay LeadMiniseriesProfessor Supporting CharacterSchool SettingTransfer Student Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Energetic Male Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

The series follows the story of Kim Min Jae, a new student studying Practical Music and also working at the library, and Yoon Chan, a Taekwondo student who assists him. Their initial encounter sparks a connection that grows stronger over time, ultimately blossoming into a romantic bond. (Credit: BLUPDATE2022 Twitter)

Recommendation: Rearrange similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Rearrange(Rearrange)

2025Thailand
ComedyDramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthMiniseriesMusicMusician Male LeadMusician Supporting CharacterTime Travel

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

If you could rewind time and rectify a single event, what would you select? Win, a 44-year-old office employee, leads a life lacking direction after the loss of his dear friend Nut and the dream they once envisioned together. One day, destiny grants him the opportunity to revisit his seventeen-year-old self. This time, Win is resolved to realize the aspiration documented in Nut's diary by reviving the band they had formed and guiding them to the stage of the Star of Band competition. However, as Win strives to change the past, the clock relentlessly counts down to Nut's demise, intensifying his fear of facing the loss again. Will he finally find the courage to express the emotions he has harbored in his heart for the last two decades?

Recommendation: Stand by Me Season 2 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Stand by Me Season 2(一起同过窗第二季 / Yi Qi Tong Guo Chuang Di Er Ji)

2017China
ComedyDramaFriendshipStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthMultiple MainsSchool SettingStudent Female Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

As summer fades away and old classmates depart while new ones arrive, the dynamics of friendship shift. Another year unfolds at the university, deepening the bond among a group of nine friends. Leaving behind the naivety of their freshman year, Lu Qiao Chuan, Zhong Bai, Ren Yi Fan, and their peers embark on their second year. Yi Xin's departure to America for studies serves as a catalyst for Shi San to excel academically. The arrival of new student Xu Lian Qiao in the electrical engineering class brings a sense of mystery with her. When the original teacher of the class departs, the once-disjointed group of students in the class begins to come together.

Recommendation: Head 2 Head similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Head 2 Head(ไหนใครว่าพวกมันไม่ถูกกัน)

2025Thailand
ComedyDramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadWeb Novel AdaptationRivals To LoversStudent Supporting Character

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 35% similarity match.

Jerome, often referred to as "J," and Jinn have been rivals for a long time, yet they share a complex friendship. Their encounters are always filled with banter and sharp glances. After J experiences a premonition of Jinn's demise and subsequently finds himself in an accident, he is reluctantly placed under Jinn’s care during his recovery. Over time, J begins to understand just how essential Jinn is to his life.

Recommendation: Nonstop similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Nonstop(논스톱)

2000South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthFamily RelationshipSchool SettingSitcomStudent Female LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The show gained fame for featuring a talented group of young stars, some of whom rose to stardom after appearing on the series. Each season of Nonstop follows the comical daily escapades of a circle of university students, along with their loved ones and friends.

Recommendation: Heesu in Class 2 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Heesu in Class 2(2반 이희수)

2025South Korea
ComedyFriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthGay LeadSchool Friends' RelationshipSchool SettingSecret CrushStudent Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Hui Su, an 18-year-old high school student, sees himself as an expert in dating despite never having been in a relationship before. He has harbored feelings for his best friend, Chan Yeong, for ten years, but has kept this secret to himself. Chan Yeong, on the other hand, develops feelings for their schoolmate Ji Yu, who is secretly the favorite singer, Summer. Concerned by this new development, Hui Su teams up with class president Seung Won, who has a crush on Ji Yu, to try to win back Chan Yeong. However, Seung Won seems to be more interested in Hui Su rather than Ji Yu for some reason.

Recommendation: Rookie Time similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Rookie Time(南北兄弟)

2017China
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthBrothers' RelationshipDivorced ParentsDormitory SettingFamily RelationshipFraternal Twin Male LeadSchool SettingYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Tan Bei Xing and his twin brother Wang Nan Yue were raised apart, residing with different parents following their separation. Bei Xing lived in the northern region with their father, while Nan Yue resided in the southern region with their mother. They eventually reunited at North and South University, where they shared a dorm room and experienced a series of romantic and adversarial encounters.

Recommendation: True Colours similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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True Colours(嘉人本色)

2020China
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthBest Friends RelationshipCampus SettingFriends To LoversLifeLove TriangleSlow Burn RomanceStudent Female Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Childhood acquaintances Lu Jia Jia and Nian Meng Yu both attended the same medical university in Shanghai after high school. Nian Meng Yu, known for his financial savvy, utilized his skills and connections to start a business at the university. Meanwhile, money-conscious Lu Jia Jia, who had been saving up to buy a cellphone for her long-distance boyfriend, ended up working for Nian Meng Yu. Eventually, Lu Jia Jia realized the true nature of her relationship and ended things with her boyfriend. As Nian Meng Yu became enamored with the beautiful Sun Xiao Hui, he remained unaware of her true intentions. Simultaneously, Lu Jia Jia's senior Jiang Feng began to develop feelings for her, while Nian Meng Yu started to recognize his own feelings for Lu Jia Jia. The outbreak of SARS led to the three individuals having to live together, revealing the underlying reasons for the strained relationship between Lu Jia Jia and Nian Meng Yu over the years.

Recommendation: Secrets Happened on the Litchi Island similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Secrets Happened on the Litchi Island(荔枝树下热烈岛)

2025China
DramaFriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceRoommates' RelationshipYouthBisexual Male LeadGay LeadIsland SettingLifeSecret CrushSummer SettingWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Roommates' Relationship, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the midst of a sunny summer spent on a remote island, Nie Xiao Zhi anticipates a peaceful vacation but discovers a surprising bond with Chen Li, a fellow student of his older brother

Recommendation: Kabe Sa Doujin Sakka no Neko Yashiki-kun wa Shouninyokkyuu wo Kojiraseteiru similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Kabe Sa Doujin Sakka no Neko Yashiki-kun wa Shouninyokkyuu wo Kojiraseteiru(壁サー同人作家の猫屋敷くんは承認欲求をこじらせている)

2022Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaAloof Male LeadChasing A DreamGay LeadIdol Male LeadManga Artist Male LeadOpposites Attract

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Mamoru Nekoyashiki, a doujinshi artist, finds his validation in selling his original BL manga at the popular Kabesa section and gaining recognition from readers at events. However, his world is turned upside down when he unexpectedly reunites with Kazama Issei, a childhood friend who has become a famous idol. Despite their different paths, the story of these two young men growing up together is captivating. (Crunchyroll)

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 2 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Nonstop Season 2(뉴논스톱)

2000South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceUniversityYouthFamily RelationshipSchool SettingSitcomStudent Supporting Character

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nonstop, a South Korean sitcom, premiered its initial season on MBC in 2000, followed by five more seasons. The show gained popularity for featuring a talented cast of young celebrities, some of whom rose to fame after debuting on the show. Each season of Nonstop showcases the comical daily escapades of a group of college students, along with their friends and family members.

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 5 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Nonstop Season 5(논스톱 5)

2004South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthSitcom

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

This marks yet another season of the Nonstop sitcom, which portrays the daily experiences of students residing in a dormitory.

Recommendation: Best Mistake Season 3 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Best Mistake Season 3(일진에게 반했을 때)

2021South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthBreak UpCharacter DevelopmentEx Comes BackLove TriangleMultiple CouplesUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The upcoming season will be set in a university environment, portraying the development and relationships of youth as they get ready to step into reality. (Soompi)

Recommendation: Back to My First Love similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Back to My First Love(回到那一天的初戀)

2022Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceGay LeadMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Development of emotions among a group of four friends who have known each other since childhood

Recommendation: The On1y One similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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The On1y One(某某)

2024Taiwan
ComedyDramaFriendshipLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthCold Man-Warm ManHigh SchoolSchool SettingSlow Burn RomanceSlow Burn StorySmart Male LeadTransfer Student Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Sheng Wang faces challenges upon transferring to a new high school, especially when he clashes with classmate Jiang Tian. Their lives take a dramatic turn when Sheng Wang's father and Jiang Tian's mother decide to marry. As stepbrothers, they navigate the complexities of their blended family while also dealing with school life. Unexpectedly, they find themselves developing romantic feelings for each other. Will this new dynamic bring them closer or tear their family apart?

Recommendation: Araburu Kisetsu no Otomedomo yo similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Araburu Kisetsu no Otomedomo yo(荒ぶる季節の乙女どもよ。)

2020Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaFriendshipLGBTQ+RomanceYouthEmotionally Strong Female LeadFemale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, LGBTQ+, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kazusa Onodera is a freshman in high school and a part of the literature club along with four other members - Niina Sugawara, Rika Sonezaki, Momoko Sudo, and Hitoha Hongo. Despite their unique personalities, the girls are not very popular and often face ridicule from their peers. They have not been involved in any romantic relationships. Kazusa feels a mix of embarrassment and intrigue when reading books with explicit content. During a club discussion about their bucket list, Niina suddenly speaks out, possibly influenced by the stories they have been reading.

Recommendation: That's Perfect similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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That's Perfect(딱좋아!)

2001South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthSchool SettingSitcomStudent Female LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

A comedy series that follows the relationships and romantic experiences of a group of college students during their sophomore year, as they embrace the excitement of youth in the springtime of their lives.

Recommendation: Mission to the Moon similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Mission to the Moon(Mission to the Moon ภารกิจพิชิตจันทรา)

2025Thailand
ComedyDramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceHistoricalShort Length Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

An individual experiences two deaths throughout their life. The first occurs when their physical form ceases to exist, and the second happens when they are forgotten by those around them.

Recommendation: DogBro similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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DogBro(หมาน้อง)

2025Thailand
ComedyDramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Meen, a fifth-year medical student, enjoys a dedicated academic lifestyle enriched by the delightful presence of friends such as Bon, Flint, Kim, Baikhao, and Pokpong. One day, Meen's mother sends Tul, the son of a close friend who has recently passed the entrance exam for engineering at Chiang Mai University, the country's premier institution, to stay with Meen and tasks him with looking after Tul. Meen views this as a favorable chance for Tul to move into a dormitory close to the university, allowing Tul to take care of Nirand instead. However, before the move, Meen discovers that beneath Tul’s academic success lies a battle with depression. Motivated by his medical knowledge and empathy, Meen selflessly decides to forgo the dormitory arrangement to support and care for Tul. As they share living space for a time, their bond evolves from mere “brothers” into something deeper. Both face the dilemma of whether to pursue a romantic relationship or to remain just “brothers” in order to achieve their personal aspirations.

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 6 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Nonstop Season 6(논스톱 6)

2005South Korea
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthFamilySitcom

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

This marks yet another season of the Nonstop sitcom, which depicts the daily experiences of students residing in a dormitory.

Recommendation: Doctor's Mine similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Doctor's Mine(หมอน่ารักคนนี้เป็นของผม)

2025Thailand
ComedyGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

A complex romantic narrative involving medical students and engineering peers from two distinct schools, each appearing to inhabit entirely different worlds and lead vastly different lifestyles.

Recommendation: Who Sleeps My Bro (2016) similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Who Sleeps My Bro (2016)(睡在我上舖的兄弟)

2016China
DramaFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthAdapted From A SongBromanceLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

The film depicts a group of college freshmen as they experience the challenges of maintaining friendships, pulling pranks, and falling in love, inspired by a song that explores the theme of friendships drifting apart post-graduation.

Recommendation: Nonstop Season 3 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Nonstop Season 3(논스톱 3)

2002South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthDormitory SettingSitcomStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

This marks the beginning of a new season of the Nonstop sitcom, portraying the daily experiences of students residing in a college dormitory.

Recommendation: Beginners! similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Beginners!(ビギナーズ! ‏)

2012Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthMiniseriesPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadSchool SettingYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Growing up, Shimura Teppei admired his father who was a motorcycle cop and would participate in marathons. He aspired to be a marathon runner himself, but his father lost his job and disappeared. Teppei ended up becoming a notorious troublemaker in the area. Encouraged by his childhood friend Yuichi, Teppei decided to pursue a career in law enforcement after finishing high school. Despite facing challenges, he managed to pass the entrance exam for the police academy. However, he was placed in a group of reserves, along with seven others, where their main task was to clean the academy grounds under the guidance of assistant teacher Ryuzaki Misaki.

Recommendation: Boys Dormitory similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Boys Dormitory(이곳은 남제관이다)

2017South Korea
Gay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceRoommates' RelationshipStudent Male LeadYouthCohabitationGay LeadMiniseriesSchool SettingSecret CrushWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Roommates' Relationship, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

What occurred in the university's male dormitory?

Recommendation: Love Class similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Love Class(수업중입니다)

2022South Korea
Gay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthBisexual Male LeadClassmates' RelationshipFlashback To PastGay LeadMiniseriesSenior-Junior Relationship

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Cha Ji Woo, a kind and petite student studying Mass Communication, harbors feelings for his classmate Bae Yu Na, who has a fear of men due to a past stalking incident. Even though Yu Na does not view him romantically, Ji Woo is determined to look out for her. During a class project that requires students to pair up, Yu Na teams up with a female classmate, leaving Ji Woo to partner with confident senior Lee Ro Ah. As they collaborate on the project, Ji Woo starts to question if Ro Ah has feelings for him, causing him to reevaluate his emotions for Yu Na and consider the possibility of developing a connection with Ro Ah instead.

Recommendation: Love Buffet similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Love Buffet(愛似百匯)

2010Taiwan
ComedyDramaRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthAdapted From A MangaLove TriangleSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Xiao Feng is an energetic young woman who enjoys working with children and is embarking on her first year of college. Upon the arrival of Yi Cheng and Da Ye, her new neighbors and fellow college students, she must navigate the challenge of living with the two most popular and wealthy men in school. Yi Cheng is a reserved and attractive individual still haunted by a past relationship, while Da Ye is a charming and carefree playboy who struggles to understand the concept of love. Despite developing feelings for Da Ye, Xiao Feng is left heartbroken when he is unable to reciprocate her emotions. Seeking solace in Yi Cheng, Xiao Feng finds herself falling for him as well, only to have her heart broken once more when she returns to Da Ye. Will Xiao Feng ever find true love and manage to navigate the pressures of school and home?

Recommendation: May I Love You (2017) similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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May I Love You (2017)(本来只想暗恋你)

2017Taiwan
DramaFriendshipLGBTQ+RomanceUniversityYouthCyberbullyingFirst LoveSchool SettingSocial IssuesUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, LGBTQ+, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

The tale revolves around the most popular guy at school, Gao Jun Song, as he tries to win the heart of Sim Ching Cheng, a sweet and reserved girl

Recommendation: Our Memory similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Our Memory(那些年,我們)

2020Taiwan
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityGay LeadMiniseriesSchool SettingSenior-Junior RelationshipShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and University themes with a 30% similarity match.

A collection of short films depicting the journey of Xiaole and Su Wei as they navigate their relationship, including how they met, their challenges with maintaining a long-distance relationship, and the obstacles they encounter together.

Recommendation: The Making of an Ordinary Woman similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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The Making of an Ordinary Woman(俗女養成記)

2019Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaFriendshipLGBTQ+RomanceAdapted From An EssayFamilyGay Supporting CharacterLifeMiniseriesPast And Present

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Friendship, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Chen Chia Lin, aged 39, does not own a car, a house, or a spouse, and recently lost her job. Hailing from southern Taiwan, she was brought up by her family to excel academically and be a respectable woman. However, Chen felt that her aspirations could not be fulfilled in her hometown. Following a disagreement within the family, she decided to move to Taipei for further studies. After two decades of striving to make a name for herself in the city and adhering to societal norms, Chen is now determined to embrace her life with unwavering self-assurance.

Recommendation: World at Your Feet similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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World at Your Feet(球在你脚下)

2014China
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthFamilySoccerSports

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A collection of individuals facing challenges come together through their shared passion for soccer. At the heart of the group is Renxin, a solitary widower and ex-coach in search of renewed optimism.

Recommendation: Tokkyu Tanaka 3 Go similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Tokkyu Tanaka 3 Go(特急田中3号)

2007Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversitySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Student Male Lead, and University themes with a 29% similarity match.

After dedicating two years to preparation, Ichiro Tanaka enrolls in a university that is often looked down upon. Motivated by his strong desire to impress girls, he stumbles into the realm of train enthusiasts known as "tetsu" enthusiasts, immersing himself in the captivating world of railroads. This drama follows Ichiro as he forms bonds with fellow "tetsu" enthusiasts who are also seeking popularity, navigating love, friendship, and personal growth along the way.

Recommendation: MuTeLuv: "Hi” by My Luck similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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MuTeLuv: "Hi” by My Luck(MuTeLuv ตอน หมอดูทักครับ)

2025Thailand
ComedyGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadHigh SchoolSchool SettingSuperstition

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Academic high achiever Er encounters a formidable rival when Mawin enters his class. When both are dispatched to take an exam that could secure them a scholarship overseas, Er's self-assurance begins to waver. In a bid to steer his own destiny, he reaches out to a mysterious fortune-teller who imposes unusual requirements on him, leading him to go to great lengths in an effort to win the cold Mawin's affection.

Recommendation: Dream Chaser League similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
ComedyDramaFriendshipRomanceYouthChasing A DreamMultiple MainsWorkplace Setting

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A contemporary play follows the journeys of six young individuals as they passionately pursue their dreams. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Happy Together similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Happy Together(同樂會)

2015Taiwan
DramaFriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceGay LeadHousemates' RelationshipLove Triangle

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

This tale follows the lives of six individuals sharing a home, exploring themes of companionship, romance, and family bonds. Through their daily experiences, the story captures both the delightful and chaotic moments they encounter.

Recommendation: Backlight Lovers similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Backlight Lovers(逆光青春)

2013Taiwan
DramaFriendshipRomanceUniversityYouthCampus SettingLifeSchool Setting

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ke Zhong, along with his friends Zhen Feng and Ming Da, were apprehended by Lin Da for their mischievous pranks on campus. As a consequence, the university mandated that they participate in a charitable cycling trip across Taiwan to assist underprivileged families, which was orchestrated by Lin Da. An Jie, a timid girl who befriended Lin Da after standing up for her against tormentors, was also included in the expedition. They made a pact to reunite in three years upon completing their journey.

Recommendation: Love or Spend similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Love or Spend(戀愛鄰距離)

2015Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLGBTQ+RomanceBusiness IndustryFamilyLife

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Is it possible for two childhood friends to be compelled into marriage if they are unable to find other appropriate partners? Pei Zheng Xi and Mo Cheng Zhen have been lifelong friends, with their mothers also sharing a close bond. Despite their mothers' hopes for them to wed, Zheng Xi and Cheng Zhen only see each other as friends, lacking any romantic connection. However, their mothers have decided that if they fail to secure suitable spouses by their 32nd birthdays, Zheng Xi and Cheng Zhen will be wedded to each other. With just one day left, who will Zheng Xi and Cheng Zhen end up marrying?

Recommendation: The Love Never Sets similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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The Love Never Sets(ฉากนั้น…ยังเป็นเธอ)

2025Thailand
Gay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceUniversityYouthWeb Novel AdaptationEnemies To LoversSchool Setting

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following his assault by Mint, Ice left school and entered the adult film industry. He is now making a comeback to education while preparing to film a gay-themed movie, featuring Saint as his co-star, despite their previous conflict. When they reunite, Ice expresses his long-held grievances to Saint, but as they work together on set, they partake in deeply intimate actions typically reserved for those with a close bond.

Recommendation: Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Sweet Tooth, Good Dentist(แฟนที่ทันตแพทย์ส่วนใหญ่แนะนำ)

2025Thailand
ComedyGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadNovel AdaptationDentist Male LeadDoctor Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Sant, a college student with a deep passion for sugary treats and a dessert ASMR YouTube channel, faces the most devastating moment of his life upon learning that he has a cavity! This revelation drives him to seek help from Jay, an enigmatic and attractive dentist who maintains a laid-back demeanor. Initially, their relationship is fraught with tension, resembling oil and water. However, as Sant undergoes treatment, he finds himself questioning whether Jay's attentive behavior is merely professional or if there might be deeper feelings involved.

Recommendation: Mr. X and I Season 2 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Mr. X and I Season 2(我和X先生之许你)

2015China
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthGay LeadMean Male LeadMiniseriesQuestioning (Sexuality And Gender)School SettingStudent Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Xu Zheng Xi, a young man who found himself experiencing romantic feelings for his heterosexual best friend, Tao Ye, in a surprising turn of events.

Recommendation: Mr. X and I similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Mr. X and I(我和x先生)

2015China
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthBased On A True StoryMiniseriesMultiple CouplesQuestioning (Sexuality And Gender)School BullyingSchool SettingWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Four unique stories of homosexual love inspired by true events: "Together Against All Odds" (Episode 1), "From Beijing with Love" (Episode 2), "The Best Man" (Episode 3), and "I Vow to Build You a City" (Episode 4).

Recommendation: Qing Chun Peng You Quan similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Qing Chun Peng You Quan(青春朋友圈)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceYouth

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: We Are Young (2019) similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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We Are Young (2019)(未经安排的青春)

2019China
ComedyDramaRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthLifeSchool SettingSmart Male LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

This narrative follows the journey of young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 as they navigate through life. It explores their pursuit of dreams amidst facing harsh realities, building new relationships while letting go of old ones, and navigating the complexities of love.

Recommendation: Time Flies (2021) similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Time Flies (2021)(时光旧巷的我们)

2021China
DramaRomanceRoommates' RelationshipStudent Male LeadUniversityYouthInsecure Male LeadNice Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Roommates' Relationship, Student Male Lead, University, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The kind-hearted and straightforward young man named Wang Yi Chuan was accepted into the acting program at Southeast University of Arts due to his good looks and strong skills. In this new environment, he became roommates with Duan Shi Jie, a handsome but insecure individual, Chen Dong Dong, a witty dropout, and Gu Shu Heng, a teenager from the opera department burdened by parental expectations. Despite facing academic challenges and relationship issues, they went from being adversaries to close friends, forming a bond like brothers. As the first semester came to a close, the dormitory lights symbolized the passage of time, shining a light on their shared youth.

Recommendation: Like Love similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Like Love(你是男的我也爱)

2014China
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthNovel AdaptationClingy Male LeadCold Male LeadFirst LoveGay LeadSexual ContentWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A unique love story unfolds between An Zi Yan and Mai Ding, who cross paths during military training at their university

Recommendation: Cherries in Early Summer similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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Cherries in Early Summer(樱桃初夏图片广播剧第一集)

2016China
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthNovel AdaptationMiniseriesProlonged NuditySchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Derived from the book "The Shadow of Death".

Recommendation: HEHE&HE Season 2 similar to Kare no Iru Seikatsu
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HEHE&HE Season 2(我的HeHe室友 第二季)

2020Hong Kong
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyFriendshipGay RomanceLGBTQ+Roommates' RelationshipBreak UpBromanceFamilyGay LeadInfidelityLifeSitcom

Like Kare no Iru Seikatsu, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Friendship, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Roommates' Relationship themes with a 29% similarity match.

After Tat's relocation abroad at the end of season 1, Zik is left searching for a new place to live and a new roommate, Sammi