Koi wa Yami - Asian drama recommendation
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Koi wa Yami(恋は闇)

2025Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterFreelancer Male LeadJournalist Female LeadJournalist Male LeadJournalist Supporting CharacterMysteryNews Director Female LeadNurse Supporting CharacterRomanceSerial KillingsWriter Male Lead

The plot revolves around a pair of reporters who cross paths while covering a gruesome series of murders in Tokyo. One is a renowned independent journalist contributing to a magazine, while the other is a television program director. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they develop feelings for each other, but doubts about the man's past start to surface gradually.

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Recommendation: Cross Road Season 3 ~ Gunshu no Seigi similar to Koi wa Yami
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Cross Road Season 3 ~ Gunshu no Seigi(クロスロード3 群衆の正義)

2018Japan
DeathFreelancer Male LeadJournalist Male LeadMysterySerial KillingsDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMiniseriesMurderPolice Department Setting

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Freelancer Male Lead, Journalist Male Lead, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 28% similarity match.

In the Ota ward, there have been a series of murders that have caught the attention of Ozeki Tatsuro, a member of the Police Affairs Division at Omo Rinko Police Precinct. At the same time, Itagaki Kohei, a freelance journalist feeling disillusioned with his work, encounters a young woman in need on the beach. Before he can assist her, he is confronted by Fujishiro Shion, a journalist who live streams on Net Scoop. As the serial killer gains notoriety through posts by Araki Takuma on the social media platform JUSTICE, the police receive a call from Araki himself, hinting at a confession. The investigation team, previously focused on a different suspect, rushes to bring Araki in for questioning.

Recommendation: Pure Heart similar to Koi wa Yami
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Pure Heart(순정)

2001South Korea
Detective Supporting CharacterMysteryRomanceInvestigation

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Chan Suk is a prudent and astute law enforcement officer tracking down the criminal suspect Kang Hyun Gee. Sae Jin, Hyun Gee's biological sister, grew up as the sole child in a prosperous adoptive household. Initially, Chan Suk employs Sae Jin as a lure to apprehend Hyun Gee, but as time passes, he finds himself drawn to her genuine nature.

Recommendation: Chase (2017) similar to Koi wa Yami
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Chase (2017)(チェイス)

2017Japan
DeathJournalist Male LeadMysterySerial KillingsAssistant Director Female LeadCold CaseCrime Solving DuoCriminal Supporting CharacterInvestigationMiniseriesSerial Killer Supporting Character

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Journalist Male Lead, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 21% similarity match.

Mikami, a seasoned journalist, teams up with Mai, a new assistant director, to delve into the cold case of five young girls who were murdered 27 years ago

Recommendation: D.I.D. 12 similar to Koi wa Yami
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D.I.D. 12(刑偵12)

2025Hong Kong
DeathMysterySerial KillingsCrimeInvestigationMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 20% similarity match.

Eccentric investigator Hing Hoi and police superintendent Ding Lok Fung share similar backgrounds but have trodden different paths in life. Their paths converge when a series of murders bring them together to catch the culprit. As they delve into the case, Hing Hoi reluctantly seeks assistance from psychologist Yeung Chi Fei, his old adversary. Together, they discover that the murderer is part of a larger group of assassins who operate through a mysterious website promoting a new interpretation of the seven deadly sins. The trio races against time to stop the killers from targeting individuals who have committed these sins, with their ultimate goal being the entire society. Hing Hoi is unexpectedly confronted with a painful past, plunging him into inner turmoil. Yeung Chi Fei is shocked to find a connection between the case and her mentor, university professor Fu Yeung Shan. Meanwhile, Ding Lok Fung uncovers a hidden conspiracy involving his sister, Ding Siu Wan, who has returned from overseas, forcing him to make a difficult choice between justice and family.

Recommendation: Suitei Yuuzai similar to Koi wa Yami
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Suitei Yuuzai(推定有罪)

2012Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterJournalist Male LeadMysteryChief Of Police Supporting CharacterChild Supporting CharacterDramaEditor-in-chief Supporting CharacterLawyer Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesWrongfully Accused

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, Journalist Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

Kayama Seiji, a journalist who covered the case of Shinozuka Yoshio's wrongful conviction for a murder involving a young girl, discovers 12 years later that Shinozuka is actually innocent. Back when Kayama believed in Shinozuka's guilt, his reporting influenced public opinion and solidified the unjust verdict. Ishihara Yoko, Shinozuka's attorney, condemns the police for their negligence and announces intentions to seek compensation for the 12 years Shinozuka spent imprisoned. Miho, Shinozuka's daughter, struggles with his delayed release, while Hiroko, the victim's sister, finds it difficult to come to terms with the truth. Detective Asada Kunio, who oversaw the investigation, must confront his own role in the miscarriage of justice, as all parties involved grapple with the aftermath of the wrongful conviction.

Recommendation: Melody of Secrets similar to Koi wa Yami
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Melody of Secrets(ความลับในบทเพลงที่บรรเลงไม่รู้จบ)

2025Thailand
DeathJournalist Male LeadMysteryRomanceCriminal Profiler Male LeadGay RomanceInvestigationLGBTQ+MurderPsychologicalSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Journalist Male Lead, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

An unseen force compels crime reporter Botphleng to seek out his partner, Tankoon, yet his recollections are strangely muddled, leaving him unable to recall what the man looks like. Is Tankoon, the criminologist who insists he is Botphleng's lover, truly who he says he is?

Recommendation: Reiwa Suspense Gekijo: Bengoshi Rokkaku Shinpei similar to Koi wa Yami
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Reiwa Suspense Gekijo: Bengoshi Rokkaku Shinpei(令和サスペンス劇場 弁護士 六角心平)

2025Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 20% similarity match.

After escaping to Kyoto like a recluse following the loss of his job and marriage, a man rediscovers his purpose as a lawyer through an unexpected encounter and takes on a challenging case! The enigmatic death of a brilliant puppeteer, his ties to a group of semi-criminals due to significant debt, and a new case that complicates the police investigation unfold. What does it mean to live? What constitutes family? Through these challenges, the journey of one man's renewal begins here.

Recommendation: Fixer similar to Koi wa Yami
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Fixer(フィクサー Season1)

2023Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterJournalist Supporting CharacterMysteryNurse Supporting CharacterDark FictionDramaFalse ConfessionMarried Supporting CharacterNews Presenter Supporting CharacterPoliticalPolitician Supporting CharacterPrime Minister Supporting CharacterSecretary Supporting Character

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Journalist Supporting Character, Mystery, and Nurse Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

Shitara Kyoichi, a secretive problem-solver who deals with issues that are outside the jurisdiction of the law and authorities, has recently been released from prison. Following a car accident involving the prime minister that is suspected to be caused by drunk driving, a scandal involving the approval of a new drug is exposed. As the prime minister's aide grapples with the aftermath, Kyoichi reenters the scene. After concealing the prime minister's prior wrongdoings and having a conversation with him just prior to the accident, Kyoichi finds himself entangled in the mystery of whether the crash was an accident or a deliberate political act. With the prime minister in a coma and being forced to step down, Kyoichi takes on the role of a power broker, influencing the upcoming election for a new leader.

Recommendation: May It Please the Court similar to Koi wa Yami
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May It Please the Court(변론을 시작하겠습니다)

2022South Korea
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysterySerial KillingsChild AbandonmentDifficult AdulthoodDramaFlashback To PastInvestigationLawMurderReporter Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 19% similarity match.

No Chak Hui, an accomplished lawyer at a prestigious law firm, is determined to win cases at any cost in hopes of securing a promotion to partner. However, a case she takes on results in her suspension for a year. She transitions to working as a public defender while aiming to eventually return to her former position. No Chak Hui shares an office with Jwa Shi Baek, another public defender with a secretive past, despite being a standout graduate of the Judicial Research and Training Institute. Through their collaboration on a serial murder case, they uncover each other's hidden secrets and develop a newfound trust, despite their initial conflicts.

Recommendation: Café Minamdang similar to Koi wa Yami
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Café Minamdang(미남당)

2022South Korea
Detective Supporting CharacterMysteryRomanceSerial KillingsBickering Mains' RelationshipComedyEccentric Female LeadEccentric Male LeadInvestigationLove Hate RelationshipPolice Inspector Female LeadShamanismSwindler Male Lead

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, Romance, and Serial Killings themes with a 19% similarity match.

Nam Han Jun used to be a criminal profiler but now operates as a swindler. He poses as a fortune teller at Minamdang, where his good looks and charming manner attract clients. Despite deceiving them for money, he also works to address their problems and offers top-notch customer service. His partners are Kong Su Cheol, who owns a private detective firm, and his younger sister Hye Jun, a skilled hacker. Meanwhile, detective Han Jae Hui has diligently carried out her duties for the past three years with passion and honesty. The question remains: will her association with Nam Han Jun put everything at risk?

Recommendation: Uwasa no Onna similar to Koi wa Yami
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Uwasa no Onna(噂の女)

2018Japan
DeathMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationComedyInvestigationMiniseries

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

During her high school years, Miyuki Itoi was not considered particularly attractive. However, one day, she undergoes a transformation and becomes stunningly beautiful. As she begins to interact with men, a mysterious pattern emerges - those men soon meet their demise. (My DramaList)

Recommendation: Monopoly Exposure similar to Koi wa Yami
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Monopoly Exposure(独家披露)

2014China
DeathMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationInvestigationMurderReporter Male Lead

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

A journalist delves into a perplexing case involving the unsolved murder of his mother two decades earlier. Derived from the book "Du Jia Pi Lu" authored by Hai Yan. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Joshi Deka similar to Koi wa Yami
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Joshi Deka(ジョシデカ!-女子刑事-)

2007Japan
DeathMysterySerial KillingsComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 19% similarity match.

An inexperienced sharpshooter and an experienced veteran are teamed up to solve various cases together. Despite their differences, the two women clash on many issues and we witness their evolving relationship as they work together, alternating between friendship and animosity. As they follow the clues left by a serial killer, they experience moments of laughter and tears. (TBS)

Recommendation: D&D: Isha to Keiji no Sosa Sen similar to Koi wa Yami
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D&D: Isha to Keiji no Sosa Sen(D&D 〜医者と刑事の捜査線〜)

2024Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterMysteryNurse Supporting CharacterDoctor Male LeadDramaInvestigationMiniseries

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, and Nurse Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

In a suburban area, a hospital is struggling financially. Doctor Kamiko Ryo serves as the interim director of the local hospital and is known for his practical approach to management. At the same time, Yuge Bunpei, a seasoned detective in the town, is also dealing with a series of violent crimes occurring in the area. These crimes are closely tied to the financial difficulties faced by the regional hospital. Despite their different backgrounds, Kamiko and Yuge collaborate to solve the crimes committed by marginalized individuals in society.

Recommendation: On the Scent similar to Koi wa Yami
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On the Scent(闻香识心)

2022China
DeathMysteryRomanceSerial KillingsAge GapChinese Republican EraDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionReporter Female LeadShort Length SeriesSuper SmellSupernatural

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, Romance, and Serial Killings themes with a 18% similarity match.

Su San, a clever journalist known for her keen sense of smell, partners with Chief Detective Luo Yin to unravel a series of murders in the city of Shencheng, working together to uphold the values of protecting the community, promoting social justice, and supporting one another. (yule.360.com)

Recommendation: Fell upon Me similar to Koi wa Yami
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Fell upon Me(你的降临)

2025China
DeathMysteryRomanceWriter Male Lead2010sDifferent TimelinesFantasyHigh SchoolInvestigationParallel WorldsStudent Female LeadThrillerWeb SeriesYouth

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, Romance, and Writer Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

In 2012, a high school student named An Zhen Zhen finds her phone unexpectedly linked to a future version of her classmate Jiang Ling from 2024. With his guidance through messages, she tries to change the trajectory of her destiny, but her efforts lead to a chain of miscommunications and calamities that connect their lives through time.

Recommendation: Akai Nurse Call similar to Koi wa Yami
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Akai Nurse Call(赤いナースコール)

2022Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterMysteryNurse Supporting CharacterRomanceBreaking The Fourth WallCar AccidentDoctor Supporting CharacterHorrorHospital Director Supporting CharacterHospital SettingInvestigationScreenwriter Male LeadSurgeon Supporting CharacterThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, Nurse Supporting Character, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Haruno Shotaro and his girlfriend Mimori Arisa are involved in a car crash, leading to Haruno waking up in the hospital with a cast on his right foot and left hand. He starts to notice peculiarities about the hospital, such as unusual patients and secretive behavior from the staff. Meanwhile, a mysterious serial murder case unfolds nearby. How are these events connected? What secrets are being hidden within the hospital?

Recommendation: Yume de Mita Ano Ko no Tame ni similar to Koi wa Yami
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Yume de Mita Ano Ko no Tame ni(夢で見たあの子のために)

2023Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysterySerial KillingsCrimeDramaIdentical Twin Male LeadInvestigationMurderRevengeStudent Male LeadSuspenseThrillerTwo Roles

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 18% similarity match.

Thirteen years ago, Nakajou Senri's parents were brutally murdered, and his older twin brother Kazuto was abducted by a man with a distinctive scar from burns. Ever since, Senri has been consumed by the desire for vengeance. He relentlessly pursues the man with the scar, aided by his childhood friend Enan and detective Wakazono, in his quest to uncover the truth behind the tragedy and seek retribution.

Recommendation: Re: Revenge - Yokubo no Hate ni similar to Koi wa Yami
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Re: Revenge - Yokubo no Hate ni(Re:リベンジ-欲望の果てに-)

2024Japan
Journalist Male LeadJournalist Supporting CharacterMysteryNurse Supporting CharacterBusinessDoctor Supporting CharacterDramaHospital Director Supporting CharacterHospital SettingOrphan Supporting CharacterSisters' RelationshipSurgeon Male LeadSurgeon Supporting CharacterThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Journalist Male Lead, Journalist Supporting Character, Mystery, and Nurse Supporting Character themes with a 18% similarity match.

Tendo Kaito, the son of the chairman of Tendo Memorial Hospital, chose not to pursue a career in medicine due to a strained relationship with his father. Instead, he works as a journalist for a magazine and is preparing to propose to his girlfriend. When Kaito discovers that his father is involved in an incident, he visits the hospital to uncover the truth. Through this experience, Kaito realizes his father's true intentions and remembers a promise they made in the past. As he delves into the hospital's hidden problems and impending power struggle for the chairman position, Kaito decides to take a stand to reclaim his father's legacy and protect his loved ones.

Recommendation: Hunter with a Scalpel similar to Koi wa Yami
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Hunter with a Scalpel(메스를 든 사냥꾼)

2025South Korea
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysterySerial KillingsAntisocial Female LeadAntisocial Personality DisorderCrimeDetective Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadPicaresquePsychologicalSerial Killer Male LeadThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 18% similarity match.

A forensic pathologist, renowned as a leader in her profession, finds her past catching up with her. The father she believed to be dead has reemerged, posing a threat to everything she has built. Faced with high stakes, she must confront her history in order to secure her future.

Recommendation: Unforgiven (2016) similar to Koi wa Yami
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Unforgiven (2016)(灭罪师)

2016China
DeathMysterySerial KillingsInvestigationMurderSet In A Foreign CountrySuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Through The Mystery similar to Koi wa Yami
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Through The Mystery(穿越谜团)

2016China
DeathMysteryRomanceDramaInvestigationMedicalSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

Recommendation: Akutou - Juuhanzai Sousahan similar to Koi wa Yami
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Akutou - Juuhanzai Sousahan(悪党~重犯罪捜査班)

2011Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 18% similarity match.

In Yokohama's bustling shopping and entertainment district, the body of a young woman who had been fatally stabbed is found in a back alley. Four detectives from the Criminal Affairs Division of Minato-cho Police Precinct " Togashi Masayoshi, Iinuma Reiko, Shibata Yasuharu and Yamashita Manabu " quickly respond to the scene. Togashi discovers something in the pocket of the deceased woman and discreetly pockets it. Despite the others noticing, he assumes they will overlook it. Detectives from the First Investigative Division of the prefectural police arrive shortly after. The members of the Fourth Section, who are prevented from investigating by the First Investigative Division, sadly leave the scene. Nonetheless, they secretly initiate their own inquiry. Three days later, Satonaka Keiichiro, the new chief of the Fourth Section, arrives. Satonaka believes he has been transferred to the precinct as punishment for speaking out against the unfair appointment of the prefectural police chief's nephew. However, Maejima Ryuzo, the head of police administration who assigned him to Minato-cho Police Precinct, actually wants Satonaka to monitor Togashi and the Fourth Section. Maejima warns Satonaka about a "negative rumor" surrounding the Fourth Section, alleging that they abuse their high arrest rate and frequently defy the orders of the prefectural police. They are even suspected of engaging in various illegal activities, such as coercing confessions, having close ties with criminal organizations, and accepting bribes. Tokunaga Yasushi, the former section head who was investigating these allegations, tragically fell to his death while pursuing a suspect on a rooftop. Satonaka questions whether Tokunaga's death was truly an accident. Despite initially approaching his new team with caution, Satonaka finds Togashi and the others to be unexpectedly friendly and skilled detectives, particularly Togashi who is described as charismatic and brave. They provide Satonaka with a detailed update on the murder case from three days prior, stating they are currently searching for witnesses as per the prefectural police's theory that it was a random attack. Satonaka is relieved by their professionalism. However, he soon discovers that their entire report was fabricated...!

Recommendation: Black Postman similar to Koi wa Yami
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Black Postman(ブラックポストマン)

2023Japan
DeathMysterySerial KillingsInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 18% similarity match.

Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

Recommendation: Hyakunen no Koi similar to Koi wa Yami
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Hyakunen no Koi(百年の恋)

2003Japan
Freelancer Male LeadRomanceWriter Male LeadNovel AdaptationBusinesswoman Female LeadLove At First SightRich Woman-Poor ManYorudora

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Freelancer Male Lead, Romance, and Writer Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Kishida Shinichi, a self-employed writer, earns an annual income of just 2 million yen. One day, he crosses paths with Obayashi Rikako, a stylish businesswoman who brings in 60 million yen per year. Shinichi is immediately smitten with her, but he is hesitant to pursue a relationship due to their differing financial status. Despite his doubts, Rikako reaches out to him after their initial meeting, leading to a second date. Will their budding romance withstand the challenges posed by their contrasting lifestyles? Based on the novel written by Shinoda Setsuko.

Recommendation: Hyoheki similar to Koi wa Yami
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Hyoheki(氷壁)

2006Japan
DeathMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationInvestigationLifeMiniseriesMountain Climbing

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Two climbers become romantically involved with the same woman. After one of them tragically falls to his death, the surviving climber becomes the primary suspect.

Recommendation: Chinmoku Hotei similar to Koi wa Yami
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Chinmoku Hotei(沈黙法廷)

2017Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryNovel AdaptationHousekeeper Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 18% 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: Gui An similar to Koi wa Yami
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Gui An(诡案)

2015China
DeathMysteryWriter Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurderPolice Officer Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Writer Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Former police officer turned mystery author, Han Bing, discovered a disturbing pattern as his high school classmates began to die in the same manner as the characters in his novels. With suspicions mounting, Han Bing delved deeper into uncovering the dark secrets lurking behind the scenes.

Recommendation: Serial Homicide similar to Koi wa Yami
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Serial Homicide(乱码迷局)

2025China
DeathMysterySerial KillingsActionInvestigationMurderSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 17% similarity match.

The tranquil city of Luzhou is disturbed by a string of murders purportedly motivated by a quest for justice. In response, officials establish the 909 Special Task Force, dedicated to diligently peeling back the complexities of this harrowing cycle of revenge killings.

Recommendation: Master of Play similar to Koi wa Yami
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Master of Play(心戰)

2012Hong Kong
DeathMysterySerial KillingsInvestigationMultiple MainsMurderStage Actor Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 17% similarity match.

After his daughter disappeared and he divorced his wife, stage actor Kan Siu Nam went through a significant transformation in his personality. Focusing solely on his acting career, he became entangled in a bizarre serial killer case while playing the role of a murderer in a play. In the course of the investigation, he crossed paths with his colleague Lee Chor Kiu's partner, Jeung Sai Yin, and her sister, Jeung Sai Ting. Siu Nam couldn't shake the feeling that Yin resembled the suspected serial killer and had an unsettling interest in Ting. The dynamics between the four individuals became increasingly complicated. As Siu Nam attempted to uncover the truth behind the case, he found himself drifting further from it, causing his sense of reality to become even more unsettling and disheartening.

Recommendation: Meitantei Conan similar to Koi wa Yami
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Meitantei Conan(工藤新一への挑戦状)

2011Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryAdapted From A MangaDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 17% similarity match.

Before transforming into Edogawa Conan after being forced to ingest poison by an enigmatic group, high school detective Kudo Shinichi is sent a series of written challenges alerting him to upcoming murders. With his exceptional deductive skills, he unravels mysteries and enjoys unraveling the puzzle of seemingly impossible killings.

Recommendation: Iryu Sosa similar to Koi wa Yami
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Iryu Sosa(遺留捜査)

2011Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 17% similarity match.

In the First Investigation Scientific Criminal Unit of the Metropolitan Police Department, lead investigator Satoshi Itomura is known for his thoroughness in investigating crime scenes to catch the culprits. Rookie investigator Miyuki Oda may not have the natural instincts of a detective, but she excels in gathering crucial information from crime scenes. Under the guidance of Satoshi Itomura, Miyuki Oda learns the intricacies of detective work while working together on challenging cases.

Recommendation: Shiranakute Ii Koto similar to Koi wa Yami
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Shiranakute Ii Koto(知らなくていいコト)

2020Japan
DeathMysteryRomanceDramaInfidelityInvestigationMiniseriesReporter Female LeadRich Female Lead

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Keito works as a journalist for a magazine that is published weekly. The magazine features stories on various topics such as political corruption and scandals involving celebrities. Keito is always on the lookout for the next big story. In addition to her successful career, Keito is wealthy and happy with her work and personal life. Tragically, Keito's mother passes away suddenly. Anna, who was a single parent and a film critic, raised Keito on her own. Before her death, Anna mentioned something about Keito's father, who happens to be a famous Hollywood actor.

Recommendation: Ai Naki Mori de Sakebe similar to Koi wa Yami
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Ai Naki Mori de Sakebe(愛なき森で叫べ)

2020Japan
DeathMysterySerial KillingsBased On A True StoryInvestigationLGBTQ+MiniseriesMurderPsychological

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 17% 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.

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Renzoku Satsujinki Kaeru Otoko(連続殺人鬼カエル男)

2020Japan
DeathMysterySerial KillingsIllnessInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 17% similarity match.

The lifeless body of a woman is discovered wrapped in a beige sheet and suspended from the roof of a dilapidated apartment building. A note claiming responsibility for the act is attached to the sheet, stating, "Today, I caught a frog and experimented with a bagworm." This peculiar incident captures the attention of the media. Kotegawa Kazuya, a rookie detective, and the experienced Watase from the Saitama Prefectural Police's First Investigation Division are assigned to the case. Criminal psychiatry expert Omaezaki Munetaka notes the immaturity of the crime and suggests it may lead to more murders. As Kotegawa and Watase search for the perpetrator, another killing occurs, with a mutilated body found in a car trunk at a scrapyard. A similar message is left behind, instilling fear and confusion among the public. Can Kotegawa and Watase uncover the identity of the elusive "Frog Man" and bring him to justice?

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Shokuzai no Sonata(贖罪の奏鳴曲)

2015Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryNovel AdaptationInvestigationLawLawyer Male LeadMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 17% 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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Tabloid (2025)(死了一個娛樂女記者之後)

2025Taiwan
DeathJournalist Female LeadMysteryNovel AdaptationEntertainment IndustryInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Journalist Female Lead, and Mystery themes with a 17% 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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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
DeathMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationHeiress LeadInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

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The Mask(也平凡)

2021China
DeathMysterySerial KillingsDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMurderPolice Captain Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadSerial Killer Male Lead

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Serial Killings themes with a 16% similarity match.

In the city of Linghai, a series of murders have been occurring, prompting criminal police investigator Ji Fan, Captain Xiong Zhen Nan, and forensic doctor Zhao Qing Yan to form a special task force to conduct an investigation. As they delve deeper into the case, Ji Fan discovers that the killer may have a connection to an old case from 27 years ago, which implicates his own family members - his father Ji TingShan and older brother Ji Ping who reside with him.

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Witness to a Prosecution Season 2(洗冤錄 II)

2003Hong Kong
DeathMysteryRomanceForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceHistoricalInvestigationMedicalMultiple MainsMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

After the passing of his two spouses, Sung Chee finds himself in a different town by some means. In his previous place of residence, Sung Chee was a respected investigator who had successfully closed numerous cases. He crosses paths with Yuen Yuk Chu in the new town and is hired to work in her mother's store in order to settle his debts. Sung Chee's true identity is eventually revealed, leading him to resume his investigations into the deaths of murder victims with the assistance of his new friends. Chow Chi Lung persuades Sung Chee to mentor him, eventually becoming his apprentice. Despite a growing affection between Yuen Yuk Chu and Sung Chee, he rejects his feelings for her, convinced that he is destined to be alone.

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Iryu Sosa Season 2(遺留捜査 第2シーズン)

2012Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 16% similarity match.

After being reassigned from the Metropolitan Police Department First Investigation, Satoshi Itomura finds himself working at the Tsukishima Police Station. A shocking incident unfolds in the typically tranquil Tsukishima District when Megumi Kagami, a colleague at the station, is abducted. The situation escalates when Megumi's father, Kyo Kagami, receives a threatening phone call regarding his daughter's safety. Concerned for Megumi's well-being, Satoshi rushes to Kyo's home to offer his assistance. The kidnapper sends a distressing video showing Megumi unconscious, putting her at risk due to a recent kidney transplant. As the investigation unfolds, Chief Detective Kyoko Mizusawa and Yuji Sakuma take charge while Satoshi delves into a mysterious article discovered at the crime scene. Despite facing resistance from Detective Masayoshi Machida, Satoshi enlists the help of Shigeru Muraki to analyze the item. The analysis reveals a connection to a past case involving Kyo Kagami, prompting Satoshi to suspect a link between the current kidnapping and events from five years ago.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 13(科捜研の女)

2013Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceInvestigationMedicalMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 16% similarity match.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is increasingly relying on quicker and more scientific methods to analyze evidence and identify suspects. Forensic laboratories play a crucial role in this process. Sakaki Mariko, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as overcoming stereotypes and criticism from experienced detectives.

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Iryu Sosa Season 3(遺留捜査 第3シーズン)

2013Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 16% similarity match.

Detective Satoshi Itomura has a tendency to work at his own speed, but his sharp eye for detail and unwavering resolve to solve cases make up for it

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Iryu Sosa Season 4(遺留捜査 第4シーズン)

2017Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 16% similarity match.

Itomura Satoshi has returned, this time in Kyoto with a fresh team. He has joined the 1st Investigation Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police Station, where they handle the most challenging cases.

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Iryu Sosa Season 5(遺留捜査 第5シーズン)

2018Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurder

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 16% similarity match.

Nagatsu Ryoko, an employee of the Agency for Cultural Affairs, was discovered deceased in the mountains. A month prior, she had come across a Buddha statue at a shrine in the mountains. While initial reports suggested her death was accidental, investigator Itomura Satoshi believes there is more to the circumstances surrounding her demise.

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Anata no Ban Desu - Counterattack(あなたの番です 反撃編)

2019Japan
DeathMysteryRomanceAge GapAge GapDeath GameInvestigationMiniseriesMurderNeighbors' RelationshipOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 19(科捜研の女)

2019Japan
DeathDetective Supporting CharacterMysteryForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceInvestigationMedicalMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Detective Supporting Character, and Mystery themes with a 16% similarity match.

Sakaki Mariko employs forensic techniques to apprehend advanced offenders.

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Mr. Lee(미스터LEE)

2021South Korea
DeathMysteryRomanceDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMurderSecretWeb Series

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

At Eunjoo and Kyungho's engagement party, six friends came together. Suddenly, the groom-to-be passed away under mysterious circumstances. A man named 'Mr. LEE', who seemed out of place as a detective, showed up. Now, all five remaining friends are under suspicion. Is it possible to access the CCTV footage from the scene of the incident? (tv.kakao)

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The Fugitive: Plan B(도망자 플랜 B)

2010South Korea
DeathMysteryRomanceActionComedyIntercountry RomanceInvestigationLove TriangleMurderWrongfully Accused

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

During the Korean War, a significant sum of money went missing. Now, approximately six decades later, this money has resurfaced, prompting a frantic pursuit around the world. Jin Yi appears to be an innocent woman, but she has ulterior motives for seeking out Ji Woo. Her schemes become more complex due to an unexpected romance blossoming between them, along with the many pursuers tracking them down. Kieko, a renowned Japanese singer, also becomes involved with Ji Woo. Unbeknownst to them, her father Hiroki, who is not only a businessman but also a formidable yakuza leader, complicates matters further. In this love triangle, who will ultimately capture Ji Woo's heart?

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Secret Campus( 비밀의 교정)

2006South Korea
DeathMysteryRomanceCar AccidentDramaFriendshipHigh SchoolInvestigationSchool SettingYouth

Like Koi wa Yami, this drama also features Death, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

Seung Jae was a high school student whose life was abruptly cut short in a traffic accident. At the time of his passing, he was in a relationship with Su Ah, another student at the school. A year later, Su Ah begins to receive emails that unveil hidden truths about Seung Jae. It is revealed that he had been unfaithful to Su Ah, as he was also involved with Eun Ho, the sister of his friend Du Hyeon. Furthermore, Dong Cheol, a classmate aspiring to be a football player, stopped participating in his extracurricular activities following Seung Jae's death and has since ceased attending school. As Su Ah reads the emails, more of her own secrets gradually come to light.