Koko Nyushi - Asian drama recommendation
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Koko Nyushi(高校入試)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female Lead

Haruyama Kyoko, a recently appointed teacher of English at a prestigious high school in a rural area, had spent her childhood and high school years living overseas before returning to Japan. Due to her extensive time abroad, she struggles to grasp the traditional customs of Japan and often speaks her mind openly. As the school entrance examination approaches, a series of unexpected events unfold, including suspicions of sabotage by an unknown individual. With everyone considered a potential suspect, the truth behind the incidents remains a mystery until the end.

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Koko Nyushi

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Ashita no Yakusoku(明日の約束)

2017Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadDramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPsychologicalSocial MediaTeenager Supporting Character

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 43% similarity match.

High school counselor Hinata Aizawa is a well-respected individual who offers a listening ear to students facing difficulties

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Eien no Kimi e(永遠の君へ)

2004Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadDramaTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 40% similarity match.

Asakura Harumi, a music teacher in high school, and Kyoji Hiyama, a manager at a cabaret, initially clashed due to their differing circumstances. However, they eventually found themselves drawn to each other and fell in love. Unbeknownst to them at the time, they were actually half-siblings. Upon learning the truth, Kyoji lashed out in anger and despair, while Harumi sought to be closer to him. Despite the initial harmony, Kyoji's past sins began to affect Harumi's mental health. Unaware of the true extent of the harm he had caused, Kyoji remained by her side as her condition worsened.

Recommendation: Galileo similar to Koko Nyushi
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Galileo(ガリレオ)

2007Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterBrief NudityDetective FictionMurderPolice ProceduralProfessor Male LeadSuicide

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yukawa Manabu, a renowned physicist and associate professor at a university, has a talent for solving complex mysteries. Referred to affectionately as Detective Galileo, Yukawa is not only exceptionally intelligent but also excels in various sports. Standing tall and possessing striking good looks, he is known for his eccentric personality. Teaming up with Yukawa is Utsumi Kaoru, a passionate rookie police officer who is dedicated to upholding justice. This dynamic duo is featured in the short story collections "Tantei Galileo" and "Yochimu" written by Higashino Keigo.

Recommendation: Naniwa Shounen Tanteidan (2000) similar to Koko Nyushi
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Naniwa Shounen Tanteidan (2000)(浪花少年探偵団)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryComedy

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

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Kemonomichi( けものみち)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Animal Trail, a natural path created by the movement of wildlife, can be a lifesaver for individuals who find themselves lost in the wilderness. One day, a woman who feels overwhelmed by her difficult circumstances unexpectedly encounters a man. Desperate for a change, she decides to trust the stranger's guidance and see where the "Animal Trail" will take her. Will this path bring her joy and fulfillment, or will it lead her astray?

Recommendation: Team Batista Season 3: Ariadne no Dangan similar to Koko Nyushi
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Team Batista Season 3: Ariadne no Dangan(チームバチスタ3 アリアドネの弾丸)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMedical

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

A homicide takes place within a new MRI model as part of the launch of an Autopsy Imaging Centre at Tojo University Hospital, which aims to utilize MRIs and CTs to determine the cause of death in deceased individuals. During their investigation, Taguchi Kohei and Shiratori Keisuke uncover the corrupt practices within the autopsy system. Additionally, Ikaruga Yoshimasa from the Metropolitan Police's Information Office and Associate Professor Sasai Sumire from the hospital's forensic medicine department express opposition towards the establishment of the centre. (Jdrama Weblog)

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Team Batista no Eiko(チーム・バチスタの栄光)

2008Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMedical

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the prestigious Tojo University Hospital, a renowned team of surgical specialists is known for their expertise in performing the challenging Batista procedure, a cardiac surgery with a 60% survival rate. Despite achieving 27 consecutive successful surgeries, the team faced a setback with three consecutive deaths during recent procedures. Taguchi, a specialist in psychosomatic medicine, is tasked with investigating the incidents, but struggles due to his gentle nature and lack of expertise in the field. Shiratori, a confident investigator from the Ministry of Health Labor and Welfare, joins the investigation and believes that the deaths were intentional, pointing fingers at the team members. As the investigation progresses, the complex relationships among the seven team members come to light. Can this unlikely pair uncover the truth before it's too late?

Recommendation: Ningyo Sashichi Torimonocho (2016) similar to Koko Nyushi
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Ningyo Sashichi Torimonocho (2016)(人形佐七捕物帳)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryHistorical

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Inspired by the historical fiction "Ningyou Sashichi Torimonochou" authored by Yokomizo Seishi.

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Honcho Azumi Season 3(ハンチョウ ~神南署安積班~ シリーズ3)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

One day, a shotgun and 500 rounds of live ammunition were taken from Jinnan Precinct. When Azumi Tsuyoshi arrives at the scene, he encounters Ishikura, the leader of the forensics team, who predicts that the thief will strike again soon. As predicted, an armored truck carrying 100 million yen goes missing not long after leaving a bank, prompting a report to Jinnan Precinct. According to Kamiyama Masayoshi, a security guard on the truck, it appears that the driver, Okita Masakazu, stole the vehicle when he stepped out. Despite this, Kamiyama defends Okita, describing him as a man of integrity with a strong sense of justice who would not engage in criminal activities. With no information on Okita's wife and daughter, Azumi and his team speculate that Okita was forced to steal the truck due to his family being held captive.

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Team Batista Season 2: General Rouge no Gaisen(チーム・バチスタ2: ジェネラル・ルージュの凱旋 )

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMedical

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Kohei Taguchi, a therapist working at Tojo University Hospital, teams up with the quirky Health Ministry official Keisuke Shiratori to solve a medical puzzle alongside brilliant emergency doctor Koichi Hayami. This intriguing case is based on the novel series "Team Batista" by Kaido Takeru.

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Yokomizu Seishi Tanpenshu 4: Kindaichi Kosuke Kuyamu(シリーズ横溝正史短編集IV~金田一耕助 悔やむ~)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryAnthology

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Story 1: "The Devil's Nativity" [悪魔の降誕祭] A corpse is found in Kindaichi's office. >> Story 2: "The Woman in the Mirror" [鏡の中の女] Kindaichi looks into the inconsistency between a murder consultation interpreted by a lip-reading specialist from a dialogue between a man and a woman and the actual event. >> Story 3: "Lake Mud" [湖泥] A homicide occurs in a village where the historically rival Kitagami and Nishigami families have had conflicts for many years.

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Doku (2012)(赤川次郎原作 毒〈ポイズン〉)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySci-Fi

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

An invisible poison that causes death 24 hours after ingestion has become a popular topic online, sparking rumors of a deadly substance that allows for the perfect crime. This mysterious poison has caught the attention of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Special Crimes Unit, where Sasamoto Naomi has recently been assigned. The origin of this lethal poison traces back to Professor Matsui Toichi, who supposedly created it while working at a university in Eastern Europe. Despite his disappearance, Matsui mysteriously appears before individuals facing difficult situations and offers them the poison, claiming they are free to use it as they wish. Among those who learn about this poison is magazine journalist Akimoto Shunji, who is facing a dilemma involving his relationship with Otsu Mayumi and his engagement to Koide Reika, the daughter of his company's president. Faced with pressure from Reika's father to marry her, Akimoto receives a bottle of the poison from Matsui and ultimately decides to use it to eliminate the obstacle in his path. Tragically, two days after the incident, Mayumi's lifeless body is discovered in an unexpected location.

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Team Batista Season 4: Raden Meikyu(チーム・バチスタ4 螺鈿迷宮 )

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMedical

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a rural hospital managed by the Sakuranomiya family, specializing in end-of-life treatment. The local community trusts the hospital completely. However, the plot thickens when a radiologist vanishes with a CT scan. What was the radiologist searching for, and what hidden truth is the family safeguarding about the hospital? Based on the book series "Team Batista" by Kaido Takeru.

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Inpei Sousa(隠蔽捜査)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

In "Cover-Up Investigation" by Konno Bin, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Commissioner's Secretariat is overseen by Ryuzaki Shinya, a dedicated police official who leads the General Affairs Division. Ryuzaki is known for his unwavering principles and his focus on accountability, regardless of hierarchy. On the other hand, Itami Shuntaro, the head of the Criminal Investigations Department, is described as friendly, perceptive, and adaptable, with a thoughtful approach to his work and interactions with others.

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Ikukyu Deka(育休刑事)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Akizuki Haruto, a police detective taking a break to care for his child, must use his parenting experiences to crack cases in this lighthearted mystery. Juggling fatherhood with his wife Saki, Haruto unexpectedly becomes a hostage during a robbery. Despite the dangerous situation, Haruto relies on his sharp eye for detail to gather evidence and discreetly contact his fellow officers for help. As he navigates the unfolding events, he must also tend to his son Ren's needs, such as changing diapers and feeding, bringing a unique twist to his crime-solving adventures.

Recommendation: Cha Chi Nan Tao similar to Koko Nyushi
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Cha Chi Nan Tao(插翅难逃)

2002China
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryCrime

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Based on Luo Shi Xian's work "Cha Chi Nan Tao" ( ), the following information is derived.

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Akira Kun(アキラくん)

2022Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipMiniseriesTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Female LeadYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 36% similarity match.

Nagisa recently moved to a rural school and has a strange feeling about one of her classmates, "Akira-kun." She is curious about what makes him different. (Drama Official Twitter Profile)

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Fresh Teachers(鲜肉老师)

2017China
Novel AdaptationHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadComedyRich Male LeadRomanceTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb SeriesYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 36% similarity match.

The students in sophomore class E possess vibrant personalities and prove to be quite unruly. Is it possible that replacing the current teacher could lead to a positive transformation? Wang Ge Bi, a wealthy student, steps up to take on the role of leading class E. With his disregard for rules, along with the physical education teacher Wu Wei and a new teacher named Su Yi, chaos ensues and transforms the school into a lively environment.

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Sayoko Is Back(ドラマ愛の詩・六番目の小夜子)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingFriendshipHorrorStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadUrban LegendYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, High School, Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Nishihama Junior High School has a spooky legend surrounding a character named Sayoko. Every three years, a student is selected to take on the role of Sayoko, inheriting three important missions. The completion of these tasks is crucial for the school's well-being. Shuu is the latest student chosen to portray Sayoko, but he passes the role to his friend Rei, not believing in the legend. However, when the new school year begins, one of the tasks has already been accomplished. The mysterious events that follow are just the beginning of a series of eerie occurrences at the school.

Recommendation: Nande Watashi ga Kamisekkyo similar to Koko Nyushi
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Nande Watashi ga Kamisekkyo(なんで私が神説教)

2025Japan
School SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadDramaLife

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

Urumi Shizuka unexpectedly found herself working as a high school teacher to avoid being jobless

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Creatures Unknown(未知生物)

2020China
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterAmnesiaHorrorIsland SettingStudent Male LeadSuspenseTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 33% similarity match.

A peculiar and unusual situation unfolded on Yanbo Island in the southern region, leading to the mysterious disappearance of the island's residents. Simultaneously, a young girl with short hair arrived in town, appearing to have a connection to the vanishings. Determined to locate their missing friend, You Shang Jie, high school students Fu Jun Hao and Zhang Yu Xuan teamed up with the enigmatic girl to uncover the truth. Meanwhile, Sarah, a high school teacher grieving her lost brother, joined forces with Su Min Xu, a wealthy local, to investigate the sudden occurrences on the island. As a mysterious black substance began to spread across the island, numerous questions arose. What secrets does the black mucus hold? What happened to the missing high school student, Shang Shangjie? Why are strange noises emanating from the dry well on Haichao Street? And who is the target of the black individuals with Ph.D.s? It becomes evident that a significant crisis is looming over the island's inhabitants, unbeknownst to the unsuspecting residents.

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Warui Onna: Loose Socks Deka(悪いオンナ ルーズソックス刑事)

2000Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingMiniseriesYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Akumu-Chan similar to Koko Nyushi
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Akumu-Chan(悪夢ちゃん)

2012Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadChild Female LeadChild Supporting CharacterClairvoyanceDream WorldFantasyPrecognitionSupernaturalTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

Koto Yuiko, a peculiar girl with unique powers, joins Mutoi Ayami's class as a transfer student. Yuiko has the uncanny ability to manifest her dreams into reality, although the results are often catastrophic. Ayami initially tries to avoid getting entangled in Yuiko's abilities, but eventually finds herself impacted by them.

Recommendation: Borderless similar to Koko Nyushi
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Borderless(ボーダレス)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterFemale Centered PlotMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterThrillerYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the school library, Nao, a high school student who considers her life ordinary, is unexpectedly approached by her enigmatic classmate Kiri. Kiri asks Nao to accompany her to the location of a murder in Kiri's neighborhood, which she is using as material for a novel she is writing. This event is inspired by the novel "Borderless" by Honda Tetsuya.

Recommendation: Yoru no Sensei similar to Koko Nyushi
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Yoru no Sensei(夜のせんせい)

2014Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadComedyDramaMiniseriesTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yoruno Sakura, a newcomer teacher at a part-time high school, has faced multiple challenges in her past as the owner of a bar. Despite her continuous struggles and misfortunes, she remains determined and positive. While she may come across as overly friendly, insensitive, disorganized, and careless, she possesses a kind heart and a knack for recognizing and supporting individuals with aspirations. At 38 years old, she interacts with students of different ages who share similar circumstances, ultimately making a positive impact on their lives and experiencing her own transformation.

Recommendation: Tokuyama Daigoro wo Dare ga Koroshita ka? similar to Koko Nyushi
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Tokuyama Daigoro wo Dare ga Koroshita ka?(徳山大五郎を誰が殺したか?)

2016Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterComedyDeathMurderPrivate SchoolStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon arrival in the morning, the students of Year 3 class C at Keyaki Academy Private School are shocked to discover their homeroom teacher, Tokuyama Daigorou, murdered with a knife in his back. Fearing the consequences, the students hastily conceal the body and begin a bizarre school life filled with secrecy. As various individuals including other teachers, the teacher's wife and mistress, police, and reporters visit the classroom, the students must navigate the threat of being caught.

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Zankokuna Kankyakutachi(残酷な観客達)

2017Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 33% similarity match.

Taking place in the not-so-distant future, a high school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding privacy. Both teachers and students remain anonymous. A group of 21 female high school students find themselves confined in a classroom, with their every move broadcasted live worldwide. The key to their escape lies in garnering numerous positive ratings from the audience.

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Yorita Asahi no Hoteishiki(頼田朝日の方程式。)

2020Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingHidden PersonalityMiniseriesShort Length SeriesSuspenseThriller

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

The enigma continually beckons, becoming increasingly elusive. As the narrative progresses, it delves into hints that could unveil the concealed truth within the gripping suspense drama "The Teacher's Vanishing Act".

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Chocolate War(チョコレート戦争)

2020Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingDramaSuspenseTeacher Male LeadThrillerYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

On Valentine's Day, there was a tragic event where a student passed away after consuming poisoned chocolate. The teacher named Nishina, who is known for being distant and mocked by students, is determined to uncover the truth behind the incident.

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Warui Onna(悪い女)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Based on the book "Bad Woman: Todo Reika, Days of the Mask" by Eri Yoshikawa.

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Mondai Bukken(問題物件)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDetective Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting Character

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Inugashira Kotaro, an enigmatic individual known for his exceptional memory and deductive abilities, who unravels a series of peculiar occurrences at various real estate sites, including suicides, poltergeist activity, disappearances, and dilapidated properties.

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New Plainclothes Policeman(新便衣警察)

2005China
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDramaPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

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Wind Chime(示铃录)

2016China
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Ji Tang Tang, who uses her unique abilities and specialized tools to unravel mysteries on behalf of the deceased. Once a cheerful girl surrounded by loving parents, she tragically lost them one fateful night. Fearing connection with others, she has roamed alone for four years, growing into a strong and self-reliant individual unafraid of danger. Yue Feng, a righteous companion, stands by her side as she navigates through her adventures. Extracted from Wei Yu's novel "The Voice of Death" ( ).

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Big Money!(ビッグマネー!~浮世の沙汰は株しだい)

2002Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryBusinessDrama

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, 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.

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Shimei to Tamashii no Limit(使命と魂のリミット)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDramaMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, 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.

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Fukuie Keibuho no Aisatsu(福家警部補の挨拶)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDramaPolice Inspector Male Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, 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.

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Perfect Blue (2012)(宮部みゆきミステリー パーフェクト・ブルー)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDetective FictionInvestigator Female Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

The new investigator, Kayoko Hasumi, works at the all-female detective agency named after her family. She is known for her calm and rational approach to observing people and cases, always seeking justice and despising dishonesty. Kayoko's father, who used to work for a newspaper, tragically took his own life 7 years ago. However, the truth surrounding his death remains unknown, as Kayoko's mother and the agency's director, Kyoko, has been discreetly investigating. As events unfold, Kayoko finds herself drawn into a web of mystery surrounding her father's passing, bringing her closer to uncovering the truth.

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Akutotachi wa Senri o Hashiru(悪党たちは千里を走る)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryComedyMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Takasugi Atsuro used to work as a drama director at a production company until his boss stole his proposal and belittled him, leading him to quit in anger despite being in debt. Together with his broke assistant director Sonobe Yuto, they hatch a plan to kidnap a wealthy family's dog. However, their scheme is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a mysterious woman named Mikami Natsuko and the child of the targeted family, Shibui Takumi. Takumi proposes that they should kidnap him instead. Later that night, a man claiming to be John Lennon calls and accuses Takasugi of kidnapping Takumi. The true motive behind this mysterious turn of events remains unclear.

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Seishun Tantei Haruya: Otona no Aku wo Yurusanai!(青春探偵ハルヤ〜大人の悪を許さない!〜)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterAmateur Detective Male LeadComedyDetective Male LeadMiniseriesStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 33% similarity match.

Haruya, a university student, doubles as a detective and collaborates with his peer Kubodera Kazuomi to crack cases. This partnership is depicted in Fukuda Eiichi's novel "End Credits ni Saiteki na Natsu."

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Fujiko (2015)(フジコ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMiniseriesPsychological

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

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

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Miki Kurinikku de Kanpai o(神酒クリニックで乾杯を)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryMedicalMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Tsukumo Katsumi, a former surgeon who was dismissed for an unfortunate incident resulting in a patient's death, is recommended to join Miki Clinic by his former mentor, Professor Mimori. The clinic, run by director Miki Shoichiro, caters to high-profile clients seeking discreet medical care. As Tsukumo settles into his new role, he uncovers a different aspect of Miki Clinic - their willingness to fulfill any request in order to alleviate patients' anxieties and allow them to focus on their treatment. Working alongside the other doctors at the clinic, Tsukumo tackles unconventional patient demands.

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Konno Bin Suspense Kiso 235 (2023)(今野敏サスペンス 機捜235)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryCold CaseMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon first impression, Shimanaga Shoichi may appear to be a regular elderly individual nearing retirement at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's Second Mobile Investigation Unit. However, he is renowned for his exceptional investigative skills, able to recall the faces of 800 individuals he has encountered. Takamaru Takuya, a driven and attractive member of the unit, partners with Shimanaga with aspirations of being transferred to the prestigious First Investigative Division. Additionally, Higuchi Akira, a detective in the Violent Crimes Division, possesses keen insight and is unafraid to work independently in pursuit of the truth behind cases. As the Mobile Unit tackles challenging cases in a gripping manner, they will join forces with Higuchi's team to tackle the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's most notorious cold case throughout the season. Based on the book series "Mobile Investigation Unit 235" by Konno Bin.

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Saka no Ue no Akai Yane(坂の上の赤い屋根)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryDramaMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, 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.

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The Mysterious Class(남고괴담)

2021South Korea
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterFriendshipGhostHorrorMiniseriesStudent Male LeadSupernaturalSuspenseWeb SeriesYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 31% similarity match.

In our classroom, there are 21 students. "What do you mean... Your class initially had 20 students..!!" A calm fourth-grade class at Treasure High School. A story of friendship and suspense as they begin to doubt each other. Can they uncover the mystery of the ghost? (BambooNetwork.co.kr)

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Keitai Deka Zenigata Mai(ケータイ刑事銭形舞)

2003Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingActionAmateur Detective Female LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Zenigata Mai is a teenager attending high school who also works as a detective in her spare time. Her father holds a prominent position in the police force, which leads her partner, Godai Jun, to reluctantly involve her in their investigations by communicating with her over the phone.

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Hagane no Onna(ハガネの女)

2010Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadAdapted From A MangaDramaMiniseriesSchool BullyingTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

After deciding to leave her teaching job to prepare for her upcoming marriage, Haga Ineko finds herself heartbroken when her fiancé suddenly calls off the wedding. Struggling to cope, she turns to alcohol until an old acquaintance offers her a position as a substitute teacher in a troubled class. Reluctantly accepting the job, she uncovers a disturbing pattern of bullying among the students. Despite facing threats for standing up against the bullies, Ineko remains determined to protect the victims and bring justice to the perpetrators. The title "Hagane" is a clever play on her name and surname, symbolizing the strength she must embody in order to confront these challenges as an educator.

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Dare mo Shiranai J Gakuen(誰も知らないJ学園)

2010Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingMale Centered PlotMiniseriesMultiple MainsStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Drama set in a school featuring Kansai Johnny's Jr. that focuses on the enigmatic events and rumors spreading among the student body and faculty members.

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Hagane no Onna Season 2(ハガネの女 Season 2)

2011Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadAdapted From A MangaDramaMiniseriesSchool BullyingTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Teacher Female Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

After receiving support from the children in her 4-3 class, Haga Ineko successfully passed her teacher's exam. At 36 years old, Haga, who had always been single, found herself surprised when her boyfriend and former assistant homeroom teacher, Wataru Shioda, proposed to her. As she admired the engagement ring he had given her, she couldn't help but feel a sense of happiness. The dynamics in Haga's classroom changed when a new student named Tao, whose parents had been deported from Japan for entering illegally, was transferred in. Despite Tao's resentment towards Japan, Haga showed her love and care for him as one of her students. However, Tao faced challenges with some classmates, including Marii Kikuta, while others like Hiro Ebita and Airi Nakano tried to reach out to him. Unfortunately, Tao rejected their efforts and ended up being isolated, with rumors circulating that he had stolen something. The situation escalated as Tao became a target of bullying. Determined to break through to Tao, Haga decided to visit his previous school and speak with his former classmates.

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Secret Campus( 비밀의 교정)

2006South Korea
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingCar AccidentDeathDramaFriendshipRomanceYouth

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 31% 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.

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Knockin' on Locked Door(ノッキンオン・ロックドドア)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysteryStudent Supporting CharacterDetective Agency SettingDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male LeadMiniseries

Like Koko Nyushi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 31% similarity match.

Private investigators Gotenba Tori and Katanashi Hisame collaborate as partners at the detective agency Knockin' on Locked Door. Despite being rivals, they complement each other with their unique approaches and personalities. Gotenba Tori excels at unraveling how a case transpired, always sporting a black turtleneck and openly expressing his emotions. On the other hand, Katanashi Hisame specializes in understanding the motives behind a case, relying on logic and always dressed in a suit with glasses. Together, they tackle challenging cases and combine their strengths to successfully solve them.