Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa - Asian drama recommendation
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Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa(消せない『私』―復讐の連鎖―)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationAttempted SuicideCyberbullyingDramaFlashback To PastInvestigationMysteryRevengeSchool BullyingSocial MediaTrauma

Shoko Haibara is a typical high school student who crosses paths with Jin Tokumichi, a beauty YouTuber, and makes an appearance on his channel. Her newfound fame leads to jealousy among some of her classmates, who set up a scheme to humiliate Shoko by filming a violation and sharing it online, causing a backlash of hate towards her. To make matters worse, a suspicious fire destroys her home and takes the lives of her parents. With nowhere else to go, Shoko moves in with her grandmother to start anew. A decade later, Shoko's life is still in shambles, and she contemplates suicide until she sees her former classmates living happily on TV. Instead of ending her life, Shoko decides to seek revenge on those who wronged her, enlisting the help of Jin, who has since left the world of online videos to pursue his own business ventures.

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Recommendation: Seiren no Zange similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Seiren no Zange(セイレーンの懺悔)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationAttempted SuicideDramaInvestigationMysterySchool BullyingTraumaDeathKidnappingMurderReporter Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Attempted Suicide, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, School Bullying, and Trauma themes with a 41% similarity match.

Takami has been employed as a journalist for two years at a television station. She is part of the team behind the news show "Afternoon Japan," which is currently facing the threat of cancellation. Takami takes great pride in her work as a journalist. When a high school girl goes missing, Takami and her colleague Taichi set out to cover the story in the hopes of saving their news program. While following a police officer, Takami comes across the body of the victim, who had been brutally murdered.

Recommendation: Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 36% 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: Thorn (2020) similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Thorn (2020)()

2020China
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryRevengeSchool BullyingTraumaFemale Centered PlotHatredInvoluntarily Missing PersonRomanceThrillerWeb Series

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, School Bullying, and Trauma themes with a 35% similarity match.

A tale of affection and animosity between four women is exposed through a mysterious disappearance, revealing the lasting impact of bullying in school. Chen Qian uncovers hints about a missing woman, leading him to unearth a disturbing event from a decade ago at the school involving Han Xiaoting. Liu Tao, Zhang Beilei, and Chai Zijing, who were once classmates with Han Xiaoting, had caused her deep emotional pain.

Recommendation: The King of Pigs similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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The King of Pigs(돼지의 왕)

2022South Korea
DramaFlashback To PastInvestigationMysteryRevengeSchool BullyingDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadMental IllnessMurderSchool ViolenceSuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Flashback To Past, Investigation, Mystery, Revenge, and School Bullying themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kyung Min and Detective Jong Suk, who have not been in touch for two decades, reunite after receiving a message from a long-lost friend. This message brings back painful memories of their school days and triggers a series of unexplained murders. As Jong Suk delves into the investigation, he uncovers links to the past, while the story delves into the roots of school violence and its lasting effects on society. Inspired by the animated movie "The King of Pigs" by Yeon Sang Ho, which is based on a true story.

Recommendation: New Plainclothes Policeman similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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New Plainclothes Policeman(新便衣警察)

2005China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Big Money! similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Big Money!(ビッグマネー!~浮世の沙汰は株しだい)

2002Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryBusiness

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% 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 Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Shimei to Tamashii no Limit(使命と魂のリミット)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% 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 Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Fukuie Keibuho no Aisatsu(福家警部補の挨拶)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% 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: Saka no Ue no Akai Yane similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Saka no Ue no Akai Yane(坂の上の赤い屋根)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% 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: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeDeathMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 33% 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: Black Pean similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Black Pean(ブラックペアン)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeDoctor Male LeadHospital SettingMedicalMiniseriesPolitical

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 31% similarity match.

Tokai, a skilled surgeon at Tojo University Hospital, has a flawless record of successful surgeries. Despite his accomplishments, his overconfidence often leads to conflicts with his colleagues, who criticize him as "a doctor who saves patients but harms fellow doctors". Saeki, a renowned professor of general surgery and a world-class cardiac surgeon, is known for using a specific type of forceps called "Black Forceps." During a particularly challenging surgery performed by Saeki, doctors from competing hospitals visit to observe. Unfortunately, a patient under Saeki's care experiences an aortic dissection during the operation. While Saeki's surgical team, including his first assistant and a resident named Sera, tries to manage the situation, the patient's condition deteriorates. In the midst of this crisis, Tokai unexpectedly enters the operating room, with Takashina from Teika University Hospital observing the scene.

Recommendation: Keishicho Shissonin Sosaka similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Keishicho Shissonin Sosaka(警視庁失踪人捜査課)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryFormer Detective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% 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. (

Recommendation: Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Toshiro Side similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Toshiro Side(彼女のウラ世界<TOSHIRO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesRomance

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Unmei no Hito similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Unmei no Hito(運命の人)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryHistoricalMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Uramiya Honpo similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Uramiya Honpo(怨み屋本舗)

2006Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeAdapted From A MangaDetective Supporting Character

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 31% similarity match.

An enigmatic woman seeks retribution for those who have suffered unjustly... And does so in a manner that ensures no trace is left behind. (cdjapan.co.jp) Based on the manga "Uramiya Honpo" by Shosho Kurihara.

Recommendation: Uramiya Honpo Reboot similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Uramiya Honpo Reboot(怨み屋本舗 REBOOT)

2009Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeAdapted From A MangaDetective Supporting Character

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 31% similarity match.

Detective Yadorogi Satoshi discovers the existence of Uramiya, a secretive individual who specializes in settling grudges. Uramiya offers services to seek revenge on behalf of paying clients, which can involve causing harm or embarrassment to the intended target. She is assisted by a team of four individuals: an anonymous information gatherer, a devoted otaku named Shiwasuda Takeomi, high school student Sugikawa Rina, and a notorious womanizer named Shu. Despite Detective Yadorogi's attempts to alert his colleagues at the police bureau about Uramiya's activities, he is met with skepticism and disbelief.

Recommendation: Doubletone - Futari no Yumi similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Doubletone - Futari no Yumi( ダブルトーン~2人のユミ~ )

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesRomance

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% 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.

Recommendation: Mousou Sousa similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Mousou Sousa(妄想捜査)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Kuwagata Koichi works as an associate professor in the Department of Literature at a lesser-known university. Despite being labeled as a skilled detective by society, he doesn't possess the typical qualities of a famous figure. While he may seem calm and composed on the outside, he harbors intense emotions within. Praise lifts his spirits, while criticism brings him down. His unconventional behavior attracts a series of challenges and mishaps, leading to a life filled with setbacks. However, he decides to turn over a new leaf, leaving behind his troubled past and embracing a more stylish lifestyle by tackling crises effortlessly in his role at the university. He tackles difficult problems with his ever-evolving creative ideas. His only confidante in his unconventional thought process is Shinno Hitomi, a sophomore studying literature at the university.

Recommendation: Tenshi no Naifu similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Tenshi no Naifu(天使のナイフ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryCrimeMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Takashi Hiyama is the manager of a cafe and has been raising his 4-year-old daughter alone since his wife Shoko passed away. Shoko was tragically killed by three 13-year-old boys several years ago. Despite being shielded by the Juvenile Act, the boys' actions resulted in Takashi and Shoko's mother facing intense media scrutiny. Despite the advice from Shoko's friend Kana Kurashina and cafe employee Yudai Chiba, Takashi decides to secretly search for the three boys. As the boys start to face mysterious attempts on their lives, detectives begin to suspect Takashi due to his previous threats of seeking revenge if the boys were not held accountable. In the midst of the chaos, Takashi is determined to uncover the truth about the boys' actions.

Recommendation: Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!! similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!!(保育探偵25時~花咲慎一郎は眠れない!!~)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Shinichiro Hanasaki used to work as a detective for the police department, but now he runs a nursery called "Smiling Garden." In order to assist underprivileged families and single parents by offering affordable childcare, he operates on a very tight budget. To generate extra income, he decides to open a private detective agency at night. This storyline is based on the novel series "Hanasaki Shinichiro" by Shibata Yoshiki.

Recommendation: Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Akiko Side similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Akiko Side(彼女のウラ世界 <AKIKO SIDE>)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesRomance

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Toshiro pops the question to Akiko, his partner of three years

Recommendation: Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% 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: Kiraware Matsuko no Issho similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Kiraware Matsuko no Issho(嫌われ松子の一生)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryLifeOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

In 2006, the life of a woman takes a dark turn as love, misfortune, and recklessness lead to a downward spiral. The body of 56-year old Kawajiri Matsuko is discovered in her downtown apartment where she lived alone. Asuka is taken aback to learn that she had an aunt named Matsuko. Her father instructs Asuka to clean out Matsuko's living space. While sorting through Matsuko's cluttered room, Asuka stumbles upon a photograph. As she delves deeper into Matsuko's past, she questions why someone who appeared so happy with their family had to meet such a tragic end. Back in 1973, Matsuko, a recent graduate from a national university, began working as a junior high school teacher. When she covered up for a student who was caught stealing during a school trip, Matsuko faced disgrace and was ultimately expelled. Feeling trapped, Matsuko resorted to desperate measures, resulting in the death of her physically frail sister Kumi before fleeing from her childhood home. Despite her father's favoritism towards Kumi and strictness towards Matsuko, this was only the start of Kawajiri Matsuko's downfall.

Recommendation: 1972 Nagisa no Keika similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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1972 Nagisa no Keika(1972 渚の螢火)

1972Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryNovel Adaptation1970sMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Novel Adaptation themes with a 31% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds when a cash transport truck, carrying a staggering one million dollars in US currency, is ambushed and subsequently disappears. Concerned that an incomplete yen-dollar exchange could lead to diplomatic tensions between Japan and the United States, the Ryukyu Police establish a covert special investigation unit to address the incident. Detective Maeda Taichi is designated as the leader of this team, which includes his former classmate and rival, Yonaha of the First Investigative Division, along with five additional team members. Together, they embark on their inquiry within an 18-day deadline, engaging with Okinawa's business sector, local gangs, and US military personnel.

Recommendation: Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Higashino Keigo Samayou Yaiba(東野圭吾 さまよう刃)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeDeathDruggingFather-Daughter RelationshipGang RapeMiniseriesMurder

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 29% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Kanzen Muzai ​ similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Kanzen Muzai ​(完全無罪)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFlashback To PastInvestigationMysteryHidden PastKidnappingLawLawyer Female LeadMiniseriesReturn To Hometown

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Flashback To Past, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Matsuoka Chisa, a talented attorney at a prestigious law firm, is tasked with a retrial case by a senior partner. This case involves a man who was previously convicted for the kidnapping and murder of a young girl in Kagawa Prefecture two decades ago. Chisa, who was also a victim in other kidnapping cases around the same time, returns to her hometown after a decade to investigate the retrial case and the unsolved kidnappings. With the assistance of local lawyer Hiroki, she uncovers evidence suggesting that the three cases may be connected and confronts the suspect, Hirayama Satoshi. Despite Satoshi's claims of innocence, Chisa struggles with her beliefs and responsibilities as his lawyer, while also grappling with her own past. Meanwhile, ex-detective Arimori Yoshio, who remains convinced of Satoshi's guilt in the kidnappings, now works at a victim support center.

Recommendation: Zettai Seigi similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Zettai Seigi(絶対正義)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFlashback To PastInvestigationMysteryAntiheroine Female LeadEccentric Female LeadFamily RelationshipFemale Centered PlotFriendshipMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Flashback To Past, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

At 33 years old, Takaki Noriko possesses a strong moral compass due to past experiences. She is dedicated to upholding justice and refrains from any wrongdoing or criminal activities. Following her pregnancy, Takaki Noriko transitions into the role of a housewife. Upon reuniting with her high school friends Nishiyama Yumiko, Riho Williams, Ishimori Reika, and Imamura Kazuki, their lives take on new directions influenced by their renewed connection with Takaki Noriko.

Recommendation: Stepfather Step similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Stepfather Step( ステップファザー・ステップ)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryFamilyIdentical Twin Male LeadThief Male Lead

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

The story of Stepfather Step follows a talented criminal who finds himself unexpectedly becoming the stepfather of twin children after their parents pass away. Despite having no family of his own, he uses his expertise from his past to not only care for the twins but also solve mysterious events occurring in their community.

Recommendation: Teru Teru Ashita similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Teru Teru Ashita(てるてるあした)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryFamilySupernaturalSupernatural Being

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the town of Sasara, a series of unusual events take place. The stories in this drama are inspired by the popular novels of Kano Tomoko, namely "Sasara Saya" and "Teru Teru Ashita." This unique retelling offers a fresh perspective on the fantasy world created by the skilled author. The protagonist, Teruyo, explores various relationships between parents and children, as well as romantic love. Blending elements of mystery and horror, "Teru Teru Ashita" delivers a captivating mix of thrills and fantasy, emphasizing themes of love and compassion. Join us on Friday nights to immerse yourself in the heartwarming atmosphere of Sasara.

Recommendation: Hitorishizuka similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Hitorishizuka(ヒトリシズカ)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryDeathMiniseriesMurder

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% 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: 64 (2015) similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% 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: Harassment Game similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Harassment Game(ハラスメントゲーム)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryBusinessComedyMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Akitsu Wataru serves as the supervisor of the Toyama location for Maruo Holdings, a well-known supermarket chain. Following a certain incident, he is reassigned and relocates to a rural area with his family. Unexpectedly, Akitsu is summoned back to the main office to lead the compliance department. The CEO and board members harbor undisclosed intentions. The company faces multiple harassment problems, which Akitsu resolves using innovative approaches and strategies.

Recommendation: The Closed Box: The Vertical Focus similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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The Closed Box: The Vertical Focus(箱の中 The vertical FOCUS)

2020Japan
DramaFlashback To PastInvestigationMysteryCaptivityKidnappingShort Length Series

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Flashback To Past, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Seto Joji, a 35-year-old employee at a technology firm in Tokyo, found himself in a peculiar situation one morning. Instead of his usual routine, Joji woke up inside a solid concrete enclosure. The mystery of who confined Joji and the reasons behind it are now at the forefront of his mind as he navigates this highly stressful and unfamiliar environment. (PRTimes)

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Black Familia: Shindoke no Fukushu(ブラックファミリア~新堂家の復讐~)

2023Japan
DramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeDeathFamilyMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 29% similarity match.

What led to the tragic death of the young girl? The mother enters into a romantic relationship with the tycoon's father. The father takes on the role of the tycoon's wife's hairdresser. The uncle becomes the Korean teacher for the tycoon's daughter. Meanwhile, the sister investigates the tycoon's son as a journalist. Disguising themselves, the high school girl's family infiltrates the tycoon's life to uncover the truth behind her untimely demise. Along the way, they unearth shocking secrets in their quest for justice in this tale of deception and vengeance. (YTV)

Recommendation: Kami no Tsuki similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesSuspenseThriller

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% 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: Grace no Rireki similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Grace no Rireki(グレースの履歴)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryLifeMiniseriesRoad Trip

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Traveling to Narita in her cherished car, the wife tragically passes away in a bus accident. Her husband, Kikuo, discovers her GPS device, which reveals unknown locations she had visited. Feeling suspicious of her actions, Kikuo sets out on a quest to uncover the secrets hidden within the GPS history.

Recommendation: Me no Kabe (2022) similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Me no Kabe (2022)(眼の壁)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryDetective FictionInvestigator Male LeadMiniseries

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In 1990, Hagizaki Tatsuo, the head of the accounting department at Ukishima Electric Works, was busy working on securing a loan with Sekino, the company's general manager. Unfortunately, just as they were close to finalizing the loan, Sekino was implicated in a 200 million yen fraud and disappeared with the money. The company chose to conceal the incident to safeguard its reputation, but Hagizaki was determined to uncover the truth with the assistance of his journalist friend, Muraki. As Hagizaki delved deeper into the investigation, he realized the situation was more complex than he initially thought. His path crossed with Uezaki Etsuko, a captivating woman whom he believed held the key to unraveling the entire mystery. (DramaWiki)

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City of the Sun (2015)(태양의 도시)

2015South Korea
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryCorruptionLawMelodrama

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kang Tae Yang strives to uphold his values as he navigates the corruption present in the construction firm he is employed at, as well as the regulatory body that profits from this wrongdoing.

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Akuto: Kagaisha Tsuiseki Chosa(悪党 ~加害者追跡調査~)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeDeathDetective FictionDifficult AdulthoodDisabilityFormer Detective Male LeadInvestigator Male LeadMurder

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 28% similarity match.

Saeki Shuichi used to be employed as a detective, but he has since left that position and is now employed at a detective agency. One day, a married couple approaches the agency seeking help in locating a man named Sakagami. This individual was responsible for the death of the couple's child and had previously been incarcerated at a juvenile detention center. Kogure Masato, the director of the detective agency, assigns Shuichi to handle the case. Interestingly, Shuichi himself has a personal connection to the situation, as he had a sibling who was murdered when he was younger. As Shuichi keeps an eye on Sakagami, the couple requests his assistance in obtaining information that may help them decide whether or not to forgive Sakagami.

Recommendation: Jukkakukan no Satsujin similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Jukkakukan no Satsujin(十角館の殺人)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryRevengeAmateur Detective Male LeadBook ClubDeathIsland SettingMiniseriesMurderPoisoning

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Revenge themes with a 28% 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: Chinese Traditional Magic similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Chinese Traditional Magic(大戲法)

2012China
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: YAOH - King of the Night similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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YAOH - King of the Night(夜王(やおう))

2006Japan
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Matoba Ryosuke transitions from his past life as a gang member to become a prominent figure in the host world, striving to achieve the top position within the club. (http://wiki.d-addicts.com)

Recommendation: Jikkyosareru Otoko similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Jikkyosareru Otoko(実況される男)

2016Japan
Attempted SuicideInvestigationMystery

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Attempted Suicide, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Umao has been identified as the potential candidate for the title of "The Most Depressed Person" on the online show "The Most Depressed Person in Fuchu TV," which is broadcast sporadically from the Tokyo Race Course. He is seen crying loudly in shock as the commentators speculate on his losing betting ticket. Surprisingly, Umao is actually holding the winning ticket. This unexpected turn of events captures the attention of the show, leading them to closely monitor Umao's actions. Suddenly, he attempts to take his own life multiple times on camera. Who is the real Umao? A mysterious woman named Fujii Mina approaches him with a haunting question: "Can we die together?"

Recommendation: Look Back in Anger similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Look Back in Anger(성난 얼굴로 돌아보라)

2000South Korea
DramaInvestigationMystery

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Following the passing of his father, the oldest sibling, Dong Hoon, decides to become involved with a criminal organization. Meanwhile, his younger sister, Mi Na, frequently skips school. On the other hand, the youngest brother, Dong Jin, pursues a career as a detective. During a meal at a restaurant, Dong Hoon encounters a young woman named Jung Hee, and they quickly develop feelings for each other. Nevertheless, Dong Hoon eventually discovers that his significant other is the offspring of a competing underworld leader.

Recommendation: #Who Am I similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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#Who Am I(#who am I)

2023Japan
DramaInvestigationMysterySocial MediaAmnesiaInfluencer Female LeadMiniseriesStudent Female Lead

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Social Media themes with a 27% similarity match.

Upon regaining consciousness in the hospital, Akane discovers that she was involved in a suicide attempt, despite having no memory of it due to amnesia

Recommendation: The Ten Deadly Sins similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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The Ten Deadly Sins(十宗罪)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryActionDetective FictionHorrorSuspense

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Hua Long, Su Mei, Bao Zhan, and Professor Liang form the SIG (Special Investigation Group), specializing in solving complex homicide cases. As they work on unraveling these difficult investigations, each member encounters personal risks, deceit, and personal development. This narrative is inspired by the book "The Ten Deadly Sins" written by Zhi Zhu.

Recommendation: Yu Zui similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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Yu Zui(余罪)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryActionCrimeUndercover Agent Male LeadUnderworld

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

A police academy trainee named Yu Zui faces a difficult decision between personal survival and societal obligations after being chosen for a special mission. The gripping tale unfolds as he navigates life undercover in this adaptation of Chang Shu Xin's novel "Yu Zui."

Recommendation: Honcho Azumi Season 6 similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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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 AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryDeathDetective Male LeadMiniseriesMurder

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% 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: The Great Adventurer Wesley similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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The Great Adventurer Wesley(冒险王卫斯理之支离人)

2018China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryActionAdventureAlienFilmed Abroad

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

For years, extraterrestrial beings have been covertly entering Earth. Wesley, a consultant for Interpol, uses advanced weaponry to apprehend these aliens in order to protect the planet. One day, a detached hand is discovered at Bai's residence. With the help of Bai's daughter, Wesley investigates and encounters Deng Shi, who has the ability to disintegrate bodies at will. This discovery leads them to Egypt, where they encounter a mummified Pharaoh that emerges from a tomb, setting off a chain of mysterious events. What lies within the enigmatic tomb remains to be seen.

Recommendation: The Great Adventurer Wesley: Bleeding Blue similar to Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa
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The Great Adventurer Wesley: Bleeding Blue(冒险王卫斯理之蓝血人)

2018China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysteryActionAdventureAlienSci-Fi

Like Kesenai "Watashi": Fukushu no Rensa, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Wesley enlists the assistance of Fang, a Blue individual with the ability to revive his unconscious partner, Bai Su. In exchange for Fang's help, Wesley pledges to locate Luca, Fang's partner who went missing following their spacecraft's crash on Earth. Unbeknownst to them, Luca has transformed into a malevolent individual intent on stealing the Blue Bible from Fang. Collaboratively, Fang and Wesley confront Luca. Over time, Fang develops romantic feelings for Wesley. Will Wesley reciprocate her affections?