Kataomoi (2017) - Asian drama recommendation
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Kataomoi (2017)(片想い)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationBisexual Female LeadDeathDramaGender DysphoriaInvestigationLGBTQ+MiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalSportsUnrequited Love

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

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Kataomoi 2017

Recommendation: Hitorishizuka similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Hitorishizuka(ヒトリシズカ)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMystery

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 54% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Honcho Azumi Season 6 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Honcho Azumi Season 6(ハンチョウ~警視庁安積班~ シリーズ6)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Ai Naki Mori de Sakebe similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Ai Naki Mori de Sakebe(愛なき森で叫べ)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationLGBTQ+MiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalBased On A True StorySerial Killings

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 47% similarity match.

Murata Jo is known for his cunning and manipulative ways. Despite his outwardly cheerful demeanor, he exerts emotional influence over others to exploit them for financial gain and coerce them into carrying out violent acts. This behavior mirrors the actions of Futoshi Matsunaga, the mastermind behind the real-life criminal case known as the Kitakyushu Serial Murder Incident, which occurred from 1996 to 1998.

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 47% 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: Rakuen similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalKidnappingSupernatural

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Jashin no Tenbin Koan Bunseki Han similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Jashin no Tenbin Koan Bunseki Han(邪神の天秤 公安分析班)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryEgyptian MythologyTorture

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Shikeidai no 72-Jikan similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Shikeidai no 72-Jikan(死刑台の72時間)

2013Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a group of five individuals - four females and one male - who are confined within a grand mansion situated in the mountains. The estate is owned by Kaoru, the mother of Usui Toru, a man who tragically took his own life three years prior. Upon their arrival, Kaoru reveals to the group that her son was actually murdered, and the perpetrator is among them. They are given a deadline of 72 hours to uncover the true culprit, or else face dire consequences. This series was broadcasted on NHK BS Premium and is an adaptation of a manga created by Chie Shinohara.

Recommendation: Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba(東野圭吾 さまよう刃)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDruggingFather-Daughter RelationshipGang RapeRevenge

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 41% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryJournalist Male LeadSuicideSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 41% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 6 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Kyoto Chiken no Onna Season 6(京都地検の女 6)

2010Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryLawProsecutor Female Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

Kyoto's district prosecutor, Aya Tsurumaru, is celebrating her 50th birthday happily until her unexpected visitor, Keiko, her mother-in-law from Tokyo, arrives. Aya is known for her tough stance on violent criminals, but finds herself struggling to deal with Keiko's presence, feeling increasingly annoyed. Meanwhile, the body of Yasushi Iijima, a landscaper, is found dead under suspicious circumstances that suggest foul play rather than a natural accident. The investigation leads to Mineo Hayashi, a Japanese artist based in China, who catches Aya's attention during her visit to him when she notices his wet shoes.

Recommendation: Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 2 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Kinkyu Torishirabeshitsu Season 2(緊急取調室 2)

2017Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective Female LeadDetective Fiction

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

Makabe Yukiko works as a detective within the First Investigative Division's Emergency Investigation Response Team, known as Kintori

Recommendation: Itsuka Kono Ame ga Yamu Hi made similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Itsuka Kono Ame ga Yamu Hi made(いつかこの雨がやむ日まで)

2018Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryFamilyWrongfully Accused

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

At the age of 11, Morimura Hikari aspired to pursue a career as a musical actress. However, her dreams were shattered when a musical actress, whom her older brother Kunihiko was dating, was tragically murdered. Kunihiko was wrongfully accused and arrested for the crime. In order to distance herself from the painful memories, Hikari left her hometown and adopted her mother's maiden name, Kitazono. Now 26 years old, Hikari continues to hold onto her dream of becoming a musical actress despite facing numerous challenges in her life. She juggles working at a bar with taking care of her mother. Upon hearing of Kunihiko's release from prison, Hikari decides to confront him one last time to bid farewell to the brother who had brought turmoil into her life. However, their meeting takes an unexpected turn when Kunihiko proclaims his innocence before disappearing from her life once again.

Recommendation: Reset similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Reset(리셋)

2014South Korea
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryAmnesiaProsecutor Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

Cha Woo Jin serves as a prosecutor. Fifteen years prior, he tragically lost his first love, Seung Hee, to a violent crime. Since that time, he has committed himself to tackling cases of violent offenses. During his pursuit of a criminal, a high school student named Jo Eun Bi finds herself entangled in the investigation. Alongside Cha Woo Jin are Section Chief Han and a prosecution investigation officer.

Recommendation: Bonkura Season 2 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Bonkura Season 2(ぼんくら2)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryHistoricalPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

A string of mysterious disappearances took place in a tenement building in Edo Fukagawa. Despite Constable Izutsu Heishiro uncovering the details of the case, he was unable to solve it alone. As time passed and the case faded from memory, a woman named Aoi, closely linked to the case, was found murdered. It was revealed that her son, Sakichi, was the culprit. Determined to prove Sakichi's innocence, Izutsu and his nephew, Yuminosuke, set out to find the true perpetrator. Once again, the wealthy merchant Minatoya Soemon was implicated in the background. Will Izutsu succeed in identifying the real criminal?

Recommendation: Chinmoku Hotei similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Chinmoku Hotei(沈黙法廷)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective Supporting CharacterHousekeeper Female Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

In the neighborhood of Akabane in Tokyo, a senior citizen who resided alone has been discovered deceased. The elderly individual was found strangled. Investigators from the Akabane Police Station are looking into the incident. Residents living near the victim claim to have seen a woman entering and exiting the victim's residence on occasion. This woman is known as Yamamoto Miki, who provides household services for her clients. The detectives from the Akabane Police Station pay a visit to Yamamoto Miki's residence, where they are joined by detectives from Saitama Prefecture. Several suspicious deaths have occurred at the homes of her previous clients. The media begins reporting on the situation as a potential series of homicides. The mystery surrounding Yamamoto Miki and the truth behind these incidents become the focus of attention.

Recommendation: Kirawareru Yuuki similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Kirawareru Yuuki(嫌われる勇気)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadPolice Department SettingPolice ProceduralSingle Female Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 39% similarity match.

In the novel "Courage to be Disliked" by Fumitake Koga, we meet Ranko Ando, a skilled 32-year-old detective who has a successful track record of solving challenging cases. She is known for her independent nature and does not pay much attention to the opinions of others. On the other hand, her partner, detective Toshio Ooyama, values justice greatly and is more concerned about how he is perceived by others.

Recommendation: Yaneura no Koibito similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalFamilyRomanceSecretSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 39% 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: Rinsho Hanzai Gakusha Himura Hideo no Suiri Season 2 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Rinsho Hanzai Gakusha Himura Hideo no Suiri Season 2(臨床犯罪学者 火村英生の推理)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryAge GapDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEccentric Male LeadWriter Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 39% similarity match.

Himura Hideo works as a criminologist, while his close friend Arisugawa Arisu is known for writing mystery novels. Together, they collaborate to solve various cases by utilizing their individual strengths and supporting each other's weaknesses.

Recommendation: Jukkakukan no Satsujin similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Jukkakukan no Satsujin(十角館の殺人)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryAmateur Detective Male LeadBook ClubIsland SettingPoisoningRevenge

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 39% similarity match.

In 1986, Tsunojima Island was known for the Decagonal House, a peculiar mansion with a ten-sided shape. The brilliant architect behind the construction, Nakamura Seiji, met a mysterious death in the burned main building, Aoyashiki. Six months later, a group of seven students from the University Mystery Research Club arrived at the now deserted island of Tsunojima for a training retreat. At the same time, Kawaminami Takaaki, a former member of the club, received a letter from the supposedly deceased Nakamura Seiji on the mainland. As Takaaki delves into the investigation, he crosses paths with a man named Shimada Kiyoshi and they team up. Meanwhile, back at the Decagonal House, a member of the Mystery Research Club is found murdered. Suspicion runs high among the group as they question each other's motives... They are trapped on Tsunojima Island for a week with a shocking conclusion looming ahead.

Recommendation: Kuuhaku wo Mitashinasai similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Kuuhaku wo Mitashinasai(空白を満たしなさい)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadResurrectionSuicideSupernatural

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 39% 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.

Recommendation: Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri Season 2 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Shitsuji Saionji no Meisuiri Season 2(執事 西園寺の名推理2)

2019Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMystery

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Saionji Hajime is employed by the affluent Ijuuin family and graduated as the top student from a prestigious butler academy in London. He excels in housekeeping, mansion management, martial arts, and possesses a wide range of knowledge in various subjects such as science and history. Saionji has built a strong bond of trust with Yuriko, the widow of the Ijuuin family patriarch. He is known for following Yuriko's requests and taking on challenging investigations independently. Despite being primarily a butler, Saionji has proven his investigative skills by successfully solving complex mysteries using his expertise and abilities.

Recommendation: Sorezore no Dangai similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Sorezore no Dangai(それぞれの断崖)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaMiniseriesMurder

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Miniseries, and Murder themes with a 38% similarity match.

Upon returning home, Kyoichiro learns that his 14-year-old son Kyosuke has been fatally stabbed. The perpetrator, 13-year-old Mitsuru, was a fellow classmate of Kyosuke. Despite the severity of the crime, Mitsuru will not face appropriate consequences under Japan's juvenile law. Kyoichiro directs his frustration towards Mitsuru and his mother, Hatsumi. However, he also recognizes the suffering that Hatsumi endures as a result of her son's actions.

Recommendation: Shimei to Tamashii no Limit similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Shimei to Tamashii no Limit(使命と魂のリミット)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% 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: Fujiko (2015) similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Fujiko (2015)(フジコ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychological

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 38% similarity match.

Fujiko is a unique serial killer driven by a thirst for blood. After surviving a horrific massacre that claimed the lives of her entire family at the age of 11, she was left with deep emotional scars. Unbeknownst to her, she gradually transformed into a bloodthirsty murderer seeking solace in her actions. Despite her descent into darkness, she repeatedly murmurs, "I can start anew," with each kill. The question remains: what motivates her to commit these murders? Derived from Mari Yukiko's novel "Satsujinki Fujiko No Shoudou."

Recommendation: Saka no Ue no Akai Yane similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Saka no Ue no Akai Yane(坂の上の赤い屋根)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% 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.

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 12 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 12(警視庁捜査一課9係 12)

2017Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The leader of the First Division 9th Sub-division is currently on a unique assignment, so an experienced teacher from the section's coroner has arrived to take his place

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Bodhisattva in Storm(憤怒的菩薩)

2018Taiwan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMystery1940sHistoricalMultiple Mains

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

In 1946, the cargo vessel named "Chaofeng Pill" arrived at Keelung Port from Japan with a load of Taiwanese passengers who had journeyed to Japan

Recommendation: Gonzo similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Gonzo(ゴンゾウ)

2008Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalDetective FictionDetective Male LeadTrauma

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 38% similarity match.

Formerly a top detective, Kuroki's career was derailed by a traumatic case, leading to his reassignment to a different department where he now spends his days in idleness. However, a new case emerges that offers him the opportunity to reclaim his detective status. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 7 similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Keishicho Sosa Ikka 9-Gakari Season 7(警視庁捜査一課9係 7)

2012Japan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Before becoming police officers, each member of the Ninth Section of the First Investigative Division faces personal challenges and difficulties. Despite their individualistic nature leading to conflicting approaches in investigations, they are bound together by a shared commitment to justice. While their actions may seem disjointed, they all dedicate themselves to apprehending criminals and tackling complex cases with unwavering determination.

Recommendation: Shotai similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Shotai(正体)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPrisoner Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

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

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Dakara Korosenakatta(だから殺せなかった)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryIllnessJournalismViolence

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Attempting to prevent my killings with mere words was futile. This was a statement found in the initial letter sent to Ippongi Toru, a wandering reporter for the local news department of Taiyo Shinbun. The murderer specifically targeted Ippongi and requested a public discussion to be held in the pages of Taiyo Shinbun. Subsequent letters contained intricate descriptions of the random series of murders that had unsettled the Tokyo metropolitan region. Utilizing the power of his words, Ippongi engaged in a direct confrontation with the culprit, who threatened another murder. The extraordinary exchange between the serial killer and the newspaper journalist ultimately had a profound impact on society.

Recommendation: Who Killed the Good Man similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Who Killed the Good Man(大債時代)

2021Taiwan
DeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryBusinessDebtLife

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yang Da Qi is currently seeking investors to bring his vision of establishing his own coffee maker business to life. Additionally, he hosts a live stream focusing on financial management. As a content creator on YouTube, he maintains a positive and optimistic image. Zhou Yong Qing holds a managerial position in the creditor's rights division at a bank. She is dedicated to her job and often puts in extra hours. During holidays, she also works part-time as a food delivery driver. Her sole purpose for working tirelessly is to purchase a home for her mother, sacrificing any time for leisure or relaxation. Ah Liang is known for his kind-hearted nature. After facing financial hardships for many years, he eventually started his own business, got married, and started a family. However, his seemingly smooth life takes a tragic turn when he unexpectedly decides to take his own life, leaving loved ones in shock and confusion. Da Qi, Yong Qing, and Ah Liang were once close friends during their high school days. Despite their childhood pact to achieve their dreams as adults, they reunite under tragic circumstances at Ah Liang's funeral. Yong Qing and Da Qi grow closer following Ah Liang's passing. As they reconnect, Yong Qing uncovers the financial burden hidden behind Da Qi's carefree facade. Yong Qing, on the other hand, faces immense pressure due to her goal of buying a home for her mother, as well as dealing with the repercussions of her subordinate's mistakes. This story sheds light on a harsh reality: in a society where everyone is weighed down by debt, where even the act of breathing comes at a cost, where do individuals find the strength to keep going?

Recommendation: Bonkura similar to Kataomoi (2017)
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Bonkura(ぼんくら)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDisappearanceHistoricalPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The murder of a vegetable seller is the beginning of a series of disappearances in a building. Constable Izutsu Heishiro becomes suspicious and sympathetic towards the residents, prompting him to investigate the cases. With the help of his nephew Yuminosuke, Izutsu uncovers a mystery from 17 years ago, hidden by the landowner Minatoya Soemon.

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Shokuzai no Sonata(贖罪の奏鳴曲)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective Supporting CharacterLawLawyer Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Reiji Mikoshiba is known as an unbeatable attorney who will go to great lengths to secure a lenient sentence for his clients, regardless of the charges against them. Due to the questionable nature of his clientele, he is often ostracized for his unscrupulous tactics. When he volunteers to defend Mitsuko in a high-profile murder case, the odds seem stacked against her. Meanwhile, a body is found in a river in Saitama Prefecture, sparking an investigation by Inspector Watase. As Watase delves deeper, he uncovers a connection between the victim, a journalist, and Mikoshiba. It is revealed that Mikoshiba has a dark past as the true perpetrator of a heinous crime. The mystery deepens as Watase tries to uncover Mikoshiba's motives for becoming a lawyer despite his criminal history.

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Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin(女の中にいる他人)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryFamilySuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

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

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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMurderMysteryRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% 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.

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Tabloid (2025)(死了一個娛樂女記者之後)

2025Taiwan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryEntertainment IndustryJournalist Female LeadMultiple Mains

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Senior entertainment journalist Liu Chih Chun is shocked to discover that her colleague Lin Pei Ting, a junior reporter, passed away at a party involving sex and drugs. This incident severely tarnishes the reputation of the magazine they both worked for. In her role as Lin's supervisor, Chih Chun must delve into the circumstances surrounding Lin's death in order to salvage her own career. Using the notebook that Lin left behind, Chih Chun retraces Lin's actions and uncovers that Lin was undercover as a prostitute to investigate the entertainment industry's sex scandals. This revelation is only the beginning of a much larger story. Balancing on the edge between truth and self-preservation, Liu Chih Chun is committed to exposing the full truth, despite the risks involved.

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Tantei Yuri Rintaro(探偵・由利麟太郎)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective FictionPersonal Assistant Male LeadPsychologist Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yuri Rintaro previously held the position of head of the First Investigation Division in Tokyo before leaving the police force and returning to his hometown of Kyoto. Currently, he works as a forensic psychologist in Kyoto, assisting the police with their investigations. Yuri's investigative approach involves meticulous examination of crime scenes, utilizing tracing techniques acquired from a mentor he encountered in the Rocky Mountains during his youth. Working alongside him in Kyoto is Mitsugi Shunsuke, who admires Yuri and manages the website "Yuri Rintaro no Jikenbo," which documents Yuri's accomplishments.

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Enmadou Sara no Suiri Kitan(閻魔堂沙羅の推理奇譚)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAfterlifeSecond ChanceSupernatural

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Enmadou Sara serves as the world's judge, determining the fate of the deceased by sending them either to heaven or hell. Those who have been murdered approach her, expressing their desire to return to the living world as they still have unfinished business. Sara instructs them to uncover the truth behind their deaths in order to be granted a second chance at life. Through this process, they not only discover the circumstances of their demise but also realize they did not make the most of their previous lives. The opportunity to transform one's life arises when the readiness to truly live is found.

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Long Goodbye (2014)(ロング・グッドバイ)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMystery1950sDetective FictionDetective Male LeadMelodramaNoirSuicide

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 37% similarity match.

Taking place in Tokyo, Japan in the 1950s, the story revolves around Tamotsu, who is suspected of killing his wife, the actress Shizuka Harada. He escapes to Taiwan and takes his own life. A close friend of Tamotsu, Banji Masuzawa, who works as a private investigator, has suspicions about the circumstances of Tamotsu's death. However, the influential media tycoon Heizo Harada covers up the case. Banji becomes embroiled in another investigation involving the Harada family's neighbors, where he meets an intoxicated writer named Joji Kamiido, an editor from a publishing company, and a captivating woman named Aiko, who holds crucial information related to the case. Just when it seems like Banji has cracked the case, an unexpected twist unfolds. This narrative is inspired by Raymond Chandler's novel "The Long Goodbye."

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Ishi no Mayu(石の繭 殺人分析班)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective Female LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 37% similarity match.

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

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Aku no Hado(悪の波動 殺人分析班スピンオフ)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalDifficult AdulthoodHidden IdentityOrphan Male LeadSuspenseThrillerViolence Against Animals

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 37% similarity match.

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

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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadPolice Officer Male LeadRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 37% similarity match.

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

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N no Tame ni(Nのために)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryFlashback To PastFriendshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceViolenceViolence Against Children

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 37% 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.

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Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi(書店員ミチルの身の上話)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalChildhood Friends RelationshipInfidelityJealousyLottery Winner Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 37% similarity match.

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

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Keishicho Shissonin Sosaka(警視庁失踪人捜査課)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFormer Detective Male Lead

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% 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. (

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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Toshiro Side(彼女のウラ世界<TOSHIRO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomance

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Toshiro pops the question to his girlfriend Akiko after dating for three years

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Unmei no Hito(運命の人)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryHistorical

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In a 2009 novel by Yamasaki Toyoko, a journalist discovers a confidential agreement known as the "Okinawa pact" between the Japanese and American administrations. The deputy director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs plays a crucial role in this revelation.

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Doubletone - Futari no Yumi( ダブルトーン~2人のユミ~ )

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomance

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

In the novel "Daburuton" by Shinji Kajio, the story revolves around the unique friendship and conflicts between two individuals named Yumi, which surpasses all boundaries. Yumi Nakano, a successful career woman, and Yumi Tamura, a dedicated housewife, find themselves witnessing each other's daily lives in their dreams every night. As their memories and current realities start to intertwine, a series of unexpected events unfold. Adding to the complexity, Yumi Tamura's husband, Yohei Tamura, becomes romantically involved with both women named Yumi.

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Late Night Hospital(심야병원)

2011South Korea
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryMedical

Like Kataomoi (2017), this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Heo Joon (Yoon Tae Young) works as a physician. His spouse was murdered by an unknown assailant right before his eyes. Following the tragic incident, he resigned from his position at a university hospital and is on a quest to find his wife’s murderer. To aid in his pursuit, he establishes a clandestine clinic that operates at night. Hong Na Kyung (Ryu Hyun Kyung) serves as a surgeon at Heo Joon’s clinic. [koreandrama.org]