Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun - Asian drama recommendation
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Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun(こっち向いてよ向井くん)

2023Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyFamily RelationshipInner MonologueLifeLife LessonLove LessonsMiniseriesNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadPhilosophicalRomanceWorkplace Setting

Mukai Satoru, a 33-year-old man, has not been in a committed romantic relationship for the past decade. Seeing his peers getting married and starting families, Mukai feels the urge to follow suit. He embarks on a journey of exploring relationships and discovers the diversity and intrigue of different individuals. This story is adapted from the manga "Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun" by Nemu Yoko.

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Kocchi Muite Yo Mukai Kun

Recommendation: Uchi no Otto wa Shigoto ga Dekinai similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Uchi no Otto wa Shigoto ga Dekinai(ウチの夫は仕事ができない)

2017Japan
Family RelationshipLifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceDramaPregnancy

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Family Relationship, Life, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, Office Worker Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Tsukasa is a devoted husband to his wife Sayaka, showcasing a strong appearance, notable educational background, and a lucrative salary. However, he harbors a hidden truth from his wife - his incompetence at work. Struggling with constant errors and doubts about his abilities, Tsukasa faces a dilemma when he discovers Sayaka is expecting a child, making it difficult for him to leave his job.

Recommendation: Survival Wedding similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Survival Wedding(サバイバル ウェディング)

2018Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyLifeLife LessonMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceNovel AdaptationBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessFashion IndustryMakeoverOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Life, Life Lesson, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 37% similarity match.

Kuroki Sayaka, a 29-year-old writer at a publishing company, decides to resign from her job after getting engaged to her long-time boyfriend. However, her plans are shattered when she discovers her fiance has been unfaithful. Facing financial struggles due to the canceled wedding, Sayaka attempts to return to her previous position but finds out she has been replaced. Fortunately, her compassionate boss arranges for her to come back to work at a prestigious fashion magazine. The only condition is that Sayaka must find a new partner to marry within six months and document her journey in a column. As she navigates this challenge, Sayaka must confront her own self-worth issues.

Recommendation: Tonari no Kazoku wa Aoku Mieru similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Tonari no Kazoku wa Aoku Mieru(隣の家族は青く見える)

2018Japan
ComedyFamily RelationshipLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingBartender Supporting CharacterGay Supporting CharacterInstructor Female LeadLGBTQ+Multiple CouplesNice Female Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Life, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 37% similarity match.

A scuba diving instructor named Nana and a regular office worker named Daiki share a living space in a compact apartment. They recently bought a house together in a housing development and have expressed their mutual desire to start a family. However, achieving this goal proves to be more challenging than they anticipated. Determined to make their dream a reality, Nana and Daiki embark on a mission to overcome obstacles and succeed in their quest. (Fuji TV)

Recommendation: Anyway Thirty similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Anyway Thirty(어쨌든 서른)

2025South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyLife LessonMiniseriesRomanceDrama

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Life Lesson, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

"We've reached the age of thirty." Reaching thirty is a stage where we may think we are ready for what life has in store, even if we haven't completely figured out everything about life, love, or ourselves. As we navigate through this false sense of preparedness, we encounter new people, build relationships, go through different emotions, gain wisdom about life, and eventually transition into adulthood. Through the character Seo Eun, the drama explores how we reflect on ourselves, overcome unexpected challenges, and evolve through our interactions with others. The show showcases visually engaging scenes and thought-provoking storytelling. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Love Intern Choi Woo Sung similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Love Intern Choi Woo Sung(연애인턴 최우성)

2017South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingIntern Male LeadOffice SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

Being an intern can be challenging, but juggling a romantic relationship while interning is even more difficult

Recommendation: Suiyobi 22-ji dake no Kare similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Suiyobi 22-ji dake no Kare(水曜日22時だけの彼)

2021Japan
Character DevelopmentInner MonologueLifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceCalm Female LeadCalm Male LeadEccentric Male LeadLack Of CommunicationNaive Male LeadWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Inner Monologue, Life, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 32% similarity match.

Natsumi and Haruto first met at a social gathering where she kindly offered him her shoulder to rest on. Since that evening, Haruto has been visiting Natsumi's house every Wednesday at 10:00 PM to lean on her for comfort. Natsumi is hesitant when it comes to matters of the heart. Despite her feelings for Haruto, she has made a promise to herself to avoid men who cannot understand her thoughts. Thus, a mysterious and awkward relationship blossoms between the two of them.

Recommendation: Kake kara Hajimaru Sayonara no Koi similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Kake kara Hajimaru Sayonara no Koi(賭けからはじまるサヨナラの恋)

2023Japan
ComedyInner MonologueMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipNice Female LeadSecret CrushWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Inner Monologue, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 32% similarity match.

Recognized for her strict efficiency, Yoshinaga Nao is often referred to as the company's formidable Iron Lady. One day, she accidentally overheard her colleagues making a wager with Satomura, challenging him to win Nao's affections. Little did they know, Nao has been harboring a secret crush on Satomura all along. This bet could potentially be her greatest opportunity yet! (MangaUpdates)

Recommendation: Yumi's Cells Season 2 similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Yumi's Cells Season 2(유미의 세포들 시즌2)

2022South Korea
ComedyLifeNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A WebtoonIllustrator Supporting CharacterMixed Live Action-AnimationOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Nice Male Lead, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 32% similarity match.

Following a difficult breakup, Yu Mi's ability to love has vanished. However, a fateful encounter with game designer Koo Ung starts to change that. As they awaken each other's emotions, Yu Mi and Koo Ung grow closer. Despite their rekindled feelings, their relationship is not meant to be. Buoyed by newfound wisdom and maturity, Yu Mi is ready to face challenges after finding inspiration from her colleague Bobby Yoo. With determination, Yu Mi and her diligent cells work towards achieving her dreams.

Recommendation: Haken no Oscar similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Haken no Oscar(派遣のオスカル ~少女漫画に愛をこめて~)

2009Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessSmart Female LeadWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

A tale of a temporary employee who escapes into the imaginative realm of a manga called Rose of Versailles. Katsuko's mundane routine is disrupted when the company president's son introduces a harsh cost-cutting plan at her workplace, causing her distress. Hearing the voice of Oscar, the protagonist of the comic, Katsuko is inspired to stand up for her coworkers and oppose the unfair policy.

Recommendation: Kokoro ga Pokitto ne similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Kokoro ga Pokitto ne(心がポキッとね)

2015Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

The setting of the story is in Tokyo and it centers around Kojima Haruta, a 40-year-old man who experiences a severe mental breakdown, causing him to lose his job, family, and home. After a series of events, Haruta meets Otake Shin, the proprietor of an antique furniture store, who takes him in and offers him a job as a furniture repairman. Grateful for this act of kindness, Haruta vows to rebuild his life but chooses to isolate himself to avoid further stress. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Hayama Miyako, a 26-year-old woman who becomes overly attached and fixated on the man she falls in love with.

Recommendation: Because It's My First Time similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Because It's My First Time(처음이라서)

2018South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Spin-off and continuation of the beloved web series "Crushes - Special Edition" - This narrative explores the married journey of the pair Park Sung Woo and Kim Su In.

Recommendation: One Night Morning similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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One Night Morning(ワンナイト・モーニング)

2022Japan
Character DevelopmentLifeLife LessonMiniseriesRomanceWorkplace SettingAnthologyConvenience Store SettingFoodHealingLonelinessMultiple MainsSexual Content

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Life, Life Lesson, Miniseries, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 30% similarity match.

A tale involving eight unique couples with brief, fragile connections and their humble morning meals, seeking to fill the void left in their bodies and spirits after spending a night together. This includes a man reuniting with a former classmate from high school whom he still harbors feelings for, a university student's inaugural date with a girl he met on a matchmaking app, and friends with benefits maintaining their somewhat transactional bond. (WOWOW/Jdramaswordpress)

Recommendation: Broke Rookie Star similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Broke Rookie Star(짠내아이돌)

2022South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyInner MonologueLifeMiniseriesDramaIdol Male LeadMusicWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Inner Monologue, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

A developing comedy-drama that portrays the challenging daily routines of a popular idol who faces difficulties despite achieving fame.

Recommendation: Hey, Kids similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Hey, Kids(嘿,孩子)

2016China
ComedyFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceDrama

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Fang Le and Yuan Yuan's relationship is facing challenges due to their lack of children. Fang Le is eager to expand their family, while Yuan Yuan is prioritizing her career over starting a family.

Recommendation: Fukou-kun wa Kiss Suru Shikanai! similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Fukou-kun wa Kiss Suru Shikanai!(不幸くんはキスするしかない!)

2022Japan
ComedyInner MonologueLifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceAdapted From A MangaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MisunderstandingPopular Male LeadUnlucky Male LeadYouth

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Inner Monologue, Life, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Fukuhara Kota, a university student who is always surrounded by misfortune, finds it challenging to build relationships with others because of his embarrassing bad luck

Recommendation: Boku no Kawaii wa Madamada Hatsutentojo!? similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Boku no Kawaii wa Madamada Hatsutentojo!?(僕の可愛いはまだまだ発展途上!?)

2022Japan
ComedyMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceShort Length Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ichinose Kei recently relocated to the Tokyo headquarters of Yayoi Beer. He is facing challenges in his career, relationships, and personal growth, but must persevere and develop in these areas. One day, he unexpectedly encounters his former girlfriend, Ohara Minami, who has become a famous celebrity. Will this reunion reignite the love that was once sealed away? (TV Asahi)

Recommendation: Pure Melo District similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Pure Melo District(청정멜로구역)

2020South Korea
LifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaLove TriangleMelodramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

"Why must I decide between my job, love, and friendships?" This narrative revolves around the romantic relationship of office colleagues Seol and Jung Woo, alongside Seol's childhood friend Tae Hwan, who joins the company KOGAS. (Kpopmap)

Recommendation: Afro Tanaka (2019) similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Afro Tanaka (2019)(アフロ田中)

2019Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A Manga

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Inspired by the manga created by Masaharu Noritsuke, this narrative follows the distinctive everyday experiences of a young man with an afro. Tanaka relocates to Tokyo for his job, where he encounters an attractive woman during a Goukon (a group dating event). This tale revolves around their journey.

Recommendation: Five Enough similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Five Enough(아이가 다섯)

2016South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyFamily RelationshipLife LessonNice Male LeadRomanceAge GapDramaMelodramaMotherhoodMultiple CouplesRaised By A GrandparentSlice Of LifeWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Family Relationship, Life Lesson, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Lee Sang Tae, a widower for five years, resides with his two children and his encouraging in-laws. He serves as the marketing team leader for a fashion brand, never anticipating that he would experience love again. Ahn Mi Jeong, an assistant manager at the same company, has been raising her three kids on her own since her husband left her for another woman. She deceives her children by claiming their father moved to the United States. As Lee and Ahn start to rediscover love, their path is made more complex by the difficulties of merging their families.

Recommendation: Intern Z similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Intern Z(인턴Z)

2020South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadWorkplace SettingAdvertisementDramaOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

Recommendation: Work & Love Balance similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Work & Love Balance(워러밸)

2018South Korea
LifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kare ga Boku ni Koishita Wake Season 2 similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Kare ga Boku ni Koishita Wake Season 2(彼が僕に恋した理由 SEASON2)

2021Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+Smart Male LeadTeacher Male Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Hikawa Tooru, a former math teacher, develops feelings for Akagi Masumi, a PE teacher at the same high school, sparking a romantic relationship between the two men. After three years, he is encouraged by the school president to become a lawyer and joins a law firm. The outbreak of a new virus forces schools to close, leading to a shift towards remote work and learning, causing a change in people's work habits. Unfortunately, Hikawa finds himself facing a crisis while beside his partner, prompting him to reflect on his life. At the new law firm, Kana Yunagi, a prominent international lawyer, serves as the director, while Ryo Takase, a young lawyer, handles various cases. When Hikawa's artist friend, Kawasaki Taiyo, seeks legal assistance, both Hikawa and Takase are taken aback by his request, leading to Takase developing special feelings for Hikawa.

Recommendation: Unicorn ni Notte similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Unicorn ni Notte(ユニコーンに乗って)

2022Japan
LifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessCEO Female LeadDifficult AdulthoodDramaSecret Crush

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

Narukawa Sana, a young entrepreneur, established the startup "Dream Pony" specializing in educational apps at the age of 23. Despite her ambitious goal of turning "Dream Pony" into a unicorn company accessible worldwide within a decade, Narukawa has been disappointed by the lack of significant growth. Blinded by her dedication to work, Narukawa has neglected her personal life and romantic relationships. When middle-aged salaryman Kotori Satoshi joins "Dream Pony" after a career change, Narukawa initially resists him but eventually warms up as Kotori shares valuable insights from his own experiences. Meanwhile, Narukawa's co-founder Suzaki Ko harbors unrequited feelings for her, which are further complicated by Kotori's presence. The team finds themselves entangled in a complex web of work and love.

Recommendation: Love Actually (2015) similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Love Actually (2015)(爱情上上签)

2015China
ComedyOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingNerdy Male LeadOffice Setting

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Fresh out of college, Sun Xiao Fei joins the IT team at a fashion company. He becomes a regular at a trendy coffee shop in the company building, often joined by his coworker Xie Tian and old college friend Du Xi Guan. It is here that he gets acquainted with his colleagues Wu Ping, Han Lu, and Xu Yan Yan. As time passes, they form a close bond. While Wu Ping has feelings for Sun Xiao Fei, he sees her only as a friend. The series follows Sun Xiao Fei's journey in both his professional and romantic life.

Recommendation: 72 Seconds Season 3 similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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72 Seconds Season 3(72초 시즌3)

2016South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: A Family Has Children in the First Place similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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A Family Has Children in the First Place(家有儿女初长成)

2018China
ComedyFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceFamilyFriendship

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

A new version of the 2005 family comedy series Happy Household follows the lives of two blended families navigating the challenges of living together. Siblings Jiang Nan, 25, and Jiang Bei, 22, find themselves in a unique situation when their parents divorce and divide their shared apartment. Jiang Nan and her mother Wu Qiong take the upper level, while Jiang Bei and his father Jiang Guo Li reside downstairs. Jiang Guo Li, 50, marries the 35-year-old gym instructor Dai Ling Ling, who has a son named Tong Tong. Wu Qiong, 49, ties the knot with Du Wei, a longtime idol of hers who is an actor. Du Wei has a daughter named Yang Yang, who is 12 years old. This arrangement leads to the two sets of parents and their four children living together under one roof.

Recommendation: Himitsu no Hanazono similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Himitsu no Hanazono(ヒミツの花園)

2007Japan
ComedyFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceBrothers' RelationshipEditor Female Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Assigned to manage the popular cartoonist Yuriko Hanazono, a 28-year-old female magazine editor feeling overworked and unfulfilled is surprised to find that Hanazono is actually a team of four brothers working together to create successful comics. As she navigates the challenges of working with this quirky group, she may discover the secret to finding happiness in this heartwarming comedy.

Recommendation: 72 Seconds Season 2 similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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72 Seconds Season 2(72초 시즌2)

2015South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Osaka Kanjousen Part 2 similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Osaka Kanjousen Part 2(大阪環状線 ひと駅ごとの愛物語 Part2)

2017Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceAnthologyDrama

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

In every populated area, there exists a community. Districts are interconnected by trains, with stations serving as meeting points for people and opportunities for love to blossom. This series consists of 10 episodes showcasing various love stories - romantic, familial, friendly, and hometown love - all centered around different train stations along the Osaka Loop line. (jdramas.wordpress)

Recommendation: Medamayaki no Kimi Itsu Tsubusu? similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Medamayaki no Kimi Itsu Tsubusu?(目玉焼きの黄身 いつつぶす?)

2017Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A MangaFood

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Jirou Tamiyamaru, the main character, has a unique fascination with the art of eating that sets him apart from others. The comedic drama humorously showcases his struggles and quirks when it comes to dining etiquette compared to those around him. (ANN)

Recommendation: Kyo kara Lovely Man similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Kyo kara Lovely Man(今日からラブリーマン)

2023Japan
ComedyMiniseriesRomanceWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Jinji no Hitomi similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Jinji no Hitomi(人事の人見)

2025Japan
ComedyLifeOffice Worker Male LeadWorkplace SettingOffice SettingOffice Worker Supporting Character

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Worker Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative takes place at "Hinode Enpitsu", a well-established company in the stationery industry. Despite its impressive track record and reputation, some employees have expressed concerns about the perceived favoritism towards the Sales and Product Development departments, while the HR department is often undervalued. Hitomi Ren, an experienced HR specialist recruited from an international firm, teams up with Mano Naomi to address the company's challenges and confront the issues facing today's workforce.

Recommendation: 72 Seconds similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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72 Seconds(72초)

2015South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

This Korean anthology is both bizarre and funny, while also providing moments of warmth, as it immerses viewers in the daily awkwardness faced by a single man trying to navigate adulthood effectively.

Recommendation: Hitomonchaku nara Yorokonde! similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Hitomonchaku nara Yorokonde!(ひともんちゃくなら喜んで!)

2023Japan
ComedyMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaCEO Male LeadConsultant Female LeadInfluencer Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadWorkplace Violence

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Known as the Angel of HR on social media, Hitomi Mamoru is dissatisfied with her job. Feeling upset one night, she decides to go out for drinks and ends up spending the evening with a mysterious stranger who ultimately transforms her life. (Mangaupdates)

Recommendation: First Kiss similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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First Kiss(시작은 키스)

2018South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyLifeNice Male LeadRomanceDramaFriendshipInfidelityLong-Term RelationshipLove TriangleShort Length Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Life, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 26% similarity match.

The kiss that day changed everything. This narrative starts with an unexpected kiss that reveals the sentiments of four men and women saying their goodbyes. It unfolds as a complex, bittersweet romantic fantasy involving four individuals who unite to discover true love. This series acts as a continuation of Moment, the flagship digital drama series from Studio Lululala. The feelings that men and women typically experience during dates are portrayed in an innovative manner with engaging characters. One couple has grown weary of one another, while another pair has separated after causing each other pain. Four distinct young adults come together to navigate the intricate challenges of their romantic entanglements. One couple aspires to embark on a new love journey, while the other envisions a flawless farewell. Will they achieve the conclusions they desire? (JTBC)

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro (2008) similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Salaryman Kintaro (2008)(サラリーマン金太郎)

2008Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadAdapted From A MangaBusinessDrama

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Derived from the manga series "Office Worker Kintaro" by Motomiya Hiroshi.

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro Season 2 (2010) similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Salaryman Kintaro Season 2 (2010)(サラリーマン金太郎2)

2010Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadAdapted From A MangaBusinessDrama

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yamato Construction Company merges with Chuo Construction Company. Yajima Kintaro comes back from Africa and puts in great effort to rescue Yamato Construction Company. However, a formidable new adversary emerges.

Recommendation: Okusama wa 18 sai similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Okusama wa 18 sai(おくさまは18歳)

2011Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A MangaSchool SettingYouth

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Based on the manga of the same name by the author Motomura Miyoko, this adaptation stays true to the original source material.

Recommendation: Wagahai no Heya De Aru similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Wagahai no Heya De Aru(吾輩の部屋である)

2017Japan
ComedyInner MonologueLifeMiniseriesDramaEccentric Male LeadPostgraduate Student Male Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Inner Monologue, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tetsuro Kagiyama, a postgraduate student, resides independently in a studio flat. He strives to address issues such as dust accumulation and the upkeep of his air conditioning unit in his living space.

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Ototo no Otto(弟の夫)

2018Japan
ComedyFamily RelationshipLifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadAdapted From A MangaDiscriminationDivorced Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipHomophobiaLGBTQ+Uncle-Niece Relationship

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Life, Miniseries, and Nice Male Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yaichi is a stay-at-home father living in a suburb of Tokyo, who was previously married to Natsuki and is the father of their young daughter, Kana. Their lives are disrupted when a friendly Canadian man named Mike Flanagan arrives at their door, claiming to be the widower of Yaichi's estranged twin brother Ryoji, who was gay. Mike is determined to learn more about Ryoji's past, and the family reluctantly agrees to let him stay. This story offers a poignant and eye-opening glimpse into the experiences of the LGBTQ community in Japan, shedding light on how Western influences have impacted the culture and discussing the potential for future generations to challenge existing stereotypes and biases.

Recommendation: Tokyo Danshi Zukan similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Tokyo Danshi Zukan(東京男子図鑑)

2020Japan
Character DevelopmentLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A Short StoryDramaSocial Commentary

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

This narrative follows the life of a young man in Tokyo spanning two decades. Shota enrolled in a prestigious private university in the city. Upon discovering his girlfriend's infidelity with wealthy older men, he concluded that women prioritize money above all else. Determined to elevate his social standing in Tokyo, Shota secured a position at a prominent trading company after graduation. Despite enjoying a life filled with wealth and romance, his values began to shift as he competed for success alongside his colleague Kojima and navigated his relationship with Minami, who sought a partner earning at least 30 million annually. It wasn't until Shota reconnected with his former classmate Kazuma, now a CEO of a startup company, and his employee Ruriko, that he started to discover a fresh sense of purpose in his life.

Recommendation: Gekikaradou similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Gekikaradou(ゲキカラドウ)

2021Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyLife LessonNice Male LeadWorkplace SettingCheerful Male LeadCheerleadingFluffyFoodHardworking Male LeadSlight RomanceStrong Male Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Life Lesson, Nice Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sarukawa Kenta, a marketer working for a medium-sized beverage company in Osaka, is relocated to the Tokyo office for a promising position. However, upon arriving at the new location, he is tasked with handling all challenging clients, and his coworkers are not eager to befriend him. Inspired by his new supervisor Tanioka Kazuhiko, who has a passion for extremely spicy cuisine, Sarukawa also decides to explore the world of spicy cooking.

Recommendation: Ojisan ga Watashi no Koi wo Oen Shite Imasu similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Ojisan ga Watashi no Koi wo Oen Shite Imasu(おじさんが私の恋を応援しています)

2022Japan
ComedyMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceFather-Son RelationshipNoble SacrificeOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Matsuri Miyashita is a typical female office worker known as an OL, who has feelings for the attractive prince from a partner company. Seiichiro Kiyokawa is a seasoned businessman with three decades of experience in the sales department and a committed family man. One day, the paths of these two individuals intersect in an unexpected manner. "Why am I hearing a strange old man's voice in my head?" "How come I appear to be a girl?" A love triangle comedy involving an OL, a businessman, and a handsome man. (Comic Polaris)

Recommendation: Miyako ga Kyoto ni Yattekita!: Futari no Natsu similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Miyako ga Kyoto ni Yattekita!: Futari no Natsu(ミヤコが京都にやって来た! ~ふたりの夏~)

2022Japan
Family RelationshipMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceDoctor Male LeadDramaFather-Daughter Relationship

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Family Relationship, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

During a summer day, Sorayoshi saw Miyako leaving Kyoto station with a stranger, instead of going to Tokyo as planned. Curious about her companion, he continued with his usual home visits. At a lantern shop, Sorayoshi came across the same carry-on bag he had seen earlier, suspecting Miyako of dating Atsuhiko, the lantern shop's heir. Meanwhile, Miyako was returning from her part-time job delivering tofu when Sorayoshi spotted Sachiko, a woman he once liked, by the Kamo River. Sachiko, who was believed to have moved after remarrying, was actually still in Kyoto.

Recommendation: Rhythm (2023) similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Rhythm (2023)(リズム)

2023Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyLifeMiniseriesDanceDramaFriendship

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

A touching tale unfolds as Maijo Suguru, who faces challenges in forming connections, experiences personal growth alongside the friends he encounters in the world of dance! (Japanese = fujitv

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Kiss de Fusaide, Barenaide.(キスでふさいで、バレないで。)

2025Japan
MiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaOffice SettingOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

One evening, Kaede finds herself locked out in the hallway at work by accident. Luckily, Shioya, the person she has feelings for, happens to come by and helps her out, leading to her staying over at his place for the night. Unexpectedly, Shioya's roommate Mizoguchi arrives home and the two of them end up hiding in the closet. To Kaede's surprise, Mizoguchi is actually her direct supervisor at work. As they try to remain unnoticed, Kaede and Shioya find themselves in a close and intimate position, with Shioya even kissing Kaede's chest. Despite the awkward situation, Kaede is thrilled to be getting closer to Shioya, whom she admires in secret. Shioya gazes at her with a combination of coolness and kindness. The involvement of Mizoguchi, Shioya's roommate, signals the start of a love triangle.

Recommendation: Super Rookie similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Super Rookie(신입사원)

2005South Korea
ComedyOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessDramaOffice Setting

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Super Rookie is a witty comedy that inspires and empowers young individuals facing challenging times. The narrative follows a young man named Kang Ho, who unexpectedly lands a position at a prestigious firm, LK, due to a glitch in the computer system. Lacking a notable family or educational background, he is often viewed as a slacker by conventional standards. To make matters worse, he appears to dedicate his life to reading comic books, playing cards, and kickboxing. Nonetheless, he possesses a vibrant spirit, street smarts, athleticism, loyalty, and charm, particularly around women. The drama unfolds his journey into this new role, his experiences at work, and the relationships and passions that shape his life in an engaging manner. Despite the challenges he faces, he remains undeterred. Kang Ho's optimistic attitude, along with Mi Ok's determination to enhance her circumstances, offers today's youth a chance to reflect on their own lives and consider what is genuinely significant.

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Banana Actually(바나나 액츄얼리)

2015South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesNice Male LeadRomanceDrinkingMultiple CouplesNice Female LeadOne-night StandSexual ContentShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A 72-second romantic drama series centered on dating and relationships, portraying the experiences of four unique couples.

Recommendation: Between Friendship and Love similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Between Friendship and Love(사당보다 먼 의정부보다 가까운)

2016South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesRomanceWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

The drama consists of eight episodes, each approximately six minutes in length, and explores captivating narratives of a couple engaged in an office romance. Despite the brief duration of each segment, the web series presents multiple facets of office dating, including the exhilarating moments leading up to the development of their relationship and the minor misunderstandings and challenges that emerge along the way.

Recommendation: Romance Written Differently similar to Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun
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Romance Written Differently(다르게 적히는 연애)

2018South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A WebtoonAnimalWeb Series

Like Kocchi Muite yo Mukai-kun, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a couple who hold contrasting views and recollections regarding love. The dramatic scenes will be divided to present the man’s perspective and the woman’s perspective, illustrating how both individuals recall the same events in distinct ways.