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Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi(こんなところで裏切り飯)

2024Japan
Age GapAge GapBoss-Employee RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipComedyCEO Male LeadFoodLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterSecretary Female Lead

The show follows the narrative of Sakakibara Soichiro, a formidable president, and his secretary, Onodera Mariko, who introduces him to a unique dining experience known as "Betrayal Meal." The restaurants featured in the series are real establishments. A "Betrayal Meal" refers to a dish that surpasses expectations in taste, despite its appearance, ingredients, or setting. (TVDb)

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Unicorn(유니콘)

2022South Korea
Age GapBoss-Employee RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipComedyCEO Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterSitcomSmart Female LeadStartupWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Boss-Employee Relationship, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, CEO Male Lead, Office Worker Female Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 53% similarity match.

In the world of Korean start-ups, the team at the make-believe firm McCom faces a tumultuous journey. Steve leads the company with his eccentricity, while Ashley, a member of the innovation team, stands out as one of the brightest minds in the company.

Recommendation: Imadoki no Wakai Mon wa similar to Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi
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Imadoki no Wakai Mon wa(今どきの若いモンは)

2022Japan
Age GapAge GapBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadAdapted From A MangaDramaNice Female LeadOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Boss-Employee Relationship, Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 41% similarity match.

Ishizawa Hajime is the head of the sales department at a trading company. The younger staff members express discontent with issues such as working overtime and a lack of innovative practices. Ishizawa Hajime gives them a stern look, causing the young employees to scatter. A new employee, Mugita Ayumi, joins Ishizawa Hajime's sales team. She struggles to adapt to the new work environment, finding solace only when she eats her lunch alone at her desk. One day, while enjoying her solitary lunch as usual, Ishizawa Hajime unexpectedly appears before her.

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Hitori de Nomeru mon!(ひとりで飲めるもん!)

2021Japan
ComedyFoodLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadAdapted From A MangaDramaHardworking Female Lead

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Life, Miniseries, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 36% similarity match.

Mei Benikawa, aged 28, is employed in the public relations sector of a beauty company. She is not only attractive but also excels in her role, leading to her promotion as the head of the public relations team at a young age. Mei's colleagues sometimes envy her, spreading rumors that she strictly adheres to a healthy diet to maintain her looks. However, in reality, Mei indulges in alcohol alone at a budget-friendly chain eatery on her way home from work as a way to reward herself for her hard work. This solitary indulgence serves as motivation for Mei to face the challenges of the next day.

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Mentsuyu Hitori Meshi(めんつゆひとり飯)

2023Japan
ComedyFoodLifeOffice Worker Female LeadAdapted From A Manga

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Life, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative follows a working woman facing challenges in cooking meals

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Muno no Taka(無能の鷹)

2024Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterAirhead Female LeadBusinessOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadProgrammer Supporting CharacterSlapstickWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Life, Miniseries, Office Worker Female Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 33% similarity match.

Takano Tsumeko exudes confidence and speaks in a composed manner. Despite her outward appearance of competence, she lacks basic skills such as operating a computer or using a copier machine. However, her confident demeanor helps her win the trust of clients and secure contracts effortlessly. On the other hand, Hiwada Michito, a new employee at the same company as Takano Tsumeko, is skilled at his job but comes across as incompetent. The two are paired up to work together.

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Suekko Chounan Ane Sannin(末っ子長男姉三人)

2003Japan
Age GapComedyMiniseriesFamily

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Haruko Takanashi, aged 30, is employed at a radio station. As she advances towards a middle management position, she learns that attractiveness alone is not sufficient. Lacking a romantic inclination, she dedicates herself to work and leisure, ultimately finding herself alone. Just as she gives up on love, she encounters a man at a party she attended with a colleague. The man, named Ichiro Kashiwakura, is 25 years old and unremarkable. They initiate a relationship and, unexpectedly, Ichiro passionately proposes to Haruko. Recognizing his genuine affection, she accepts and they wed. However, she has yet to disclose her true age to him.

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Tsukuyomi-kun no Kindan Oyashoku(月読くんの禁断お夜食)

2023Japan
Age GapComedyFoodMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaCookingOlder Woman-Younger ManPersonal Trainer Female LeadRomance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

The story focuses on the bond between Tsukuyomi, a food enthusiast and skilled chef, and Soyogi, a 27-year-old personal trainer. They have regular meetings where Soyogi rejuvenates herself with Tsukuyomi's dishes, but they have mutually agreed to keep their relationship strictly platonic. (animenewsnetwork.com)

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Tonari no Otoko wa Yoku Taberu(隣の男はよく食べる)

2023Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyFoodLifeAdapted From A MangaCookingNeighbors' RelationshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Food, and Life themes with a 31% similarity match.

A unique love story unfolds between a charming carnivorous man and a woman passionate about cooking, who has decided to avoid romantic relationships

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Prince Iida Yoshimi(おとりよせ王子 飯田好実)

2013Japan
ComedyFoodLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaCooking

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yoshimi Iida, a quiet office employee, eagerly anticipates Wednesdays without extra work so she can indulge in ordering gourmet food items from various regions through mail-order services and having them delivered by a courier

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Medamayaki no Kimi Itsu Tsubusu?(目玉焼きの黄身 いつつぶす?)

2017Japan
ComedyFoodLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaRomance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 31% 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)

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Black Girl's Talk(ブラックガールズトーク)

2024Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadAdapted From A MangaSlight Romance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

Kaori, a dedicated employee at a trading company, Aya, a nurturing nursery teacher, and Nao, an average office worker, are close friends who often meet at each other's homes or cafes for casual conversations. During one gathering, Kaori mentions a new temporary worker at her office who initially seemed perfect but turned out to have a major flaw. Meanwhile, Nao begins to suspect her seemingly high-quality boyfriend of infidelity, revealing a shocking truth about his character.

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Mei no Mei(姪のメイ)

2023Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyMiniseriesFamilyUncle-Niece Relationship

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

Ozu Takaichiro, a 32-year-old man who is single, resides in Tokyo and holds rationalistic and modernistic beliefs. Despite his lethargic approach to daily life, his world is turned upside down when his older sister and her husband tragically pass away in an accident, leaving behind their 12-year-old daughter, Kasukabe Mei. Takaichiro takes on the responsibility of caring for Mei during her summer break, temporarily relocating to Naraha in Fukushima Prefecture while continuing his work remotely. As he bonds with his niece and interacts with the welcoming local community, Takaichiro undergoes a transformation, influenced by the warmth and kindness of those around him.

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Kkondae Intern(꼰대인턴)

2020South Korea
Age GapCo-workers' RelationshipComedyFoodLifeBromanceBusinessDramaFlashback To PastHatredRevengeRivalrySenior-Junior RelationshipWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Food, and Life themes with a 30% similarity match.

Upon completing his studies, Ga Yeol Chan embarks on his inaugural office role, only to find himself stifled by his traditional boss, Lee Man Sik, whose outdated methods compel him to resign

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Black President(ブラック企業)

2014Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyCEO Male LeadLifeBusinessFashion IndustrySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadUniversity

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, CEO Male Lead, and Life themes with a 29% similarity match.

Mitamura Yukio serves as the creator and leader of a fast-growing fashion company. Despite its success, the company has been criticized for exploiting its workers. Mitamura prioritizes the company's profits and has been pushing his employees to work long hours, believing that hard work is necessary for success. He does not see any issue with the demanding work environment and believes it is justified. While delegating tasks to his subordinates, Mitamura enrolls in a university to study company management. It is there that he meets Akiyama Kyoko, a new lecturer, with whom he clashes due to their differing backgrounds and perspectives. He also encounters the "pressure-free generation," a group of young individuals whom he initially looks down upon. However, through interactions with these students, Mitamura finds inspiration and gains new insights. Meanwhile, there is a growing movement within his company to remove him from his position as it becomes apparent to Mitamura that his company is indeed exploiting its employees, leading to a power struggle within the organization.

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You Complete Me(错嫁霸总小娇妻)

2024China
Age GapBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyCEO Male LeadFilmed VerticallyRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Boss-Employee Relationship, Comedy, and CEO Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ye Sang Nian quickly married her blind date, Shen Ting Bai, only to discover afterwards that he was actually the president of the company where she worked as a cleaning lady. In order to keep her identity hidden, she continued working there despite facing challenges from her cousin Ye Wan Yi, who held a higher position in the company. Eventually, Ye Sang Nian's true identity as the CEO's wife was revealed, leading to her rise as the powerful wife of the company's leader.

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I Ate Well Today(오늘도 잘 먹었습니다)

2021South Korea
ComedyFoodLifeMiniseriesShort Length SeriesTourism IndustryWeb Series

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

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Shachiku OL Chie Maru Nikki(社畜OLちえ丸日記)

2023Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterAdapted From A BookOffice SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Office Worker Female Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 29% similarity match.

The story revolves around Chieko Tsukimaru, also known as Chiemaru, who works in the sales department of a company known for its harsh practices

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The Ordinary Life of Ms. 'O'! Season 2(오구실 시즌2)

2016South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadBusinessShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Miniseries, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

At times, in both personal and professional settings, you may encounter individuals for whom you feel appreciation. Additionally, there exists the option of maintaining a healthy diet versus simply eating well, encountering a couple at work, contemplating methods to enhance your well-being and joy, considering the idea of resigning, or exploring new interests and traveling as potential avenues for moving forward.

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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu(突然ですが、明日結婚します)

2017Japan
Age GapComedyMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaDramaRomance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

Career-driven woman Takanashi Asuka has a traditional aspiration of getting married and being a homemaker. When her longtime boyfriend ends their relationship to focus on his career, she crosses paths with Nanami Ryu, a well-known news anchor at PTV. Asuka and Ryu hit it off, despite his aversion to marriage. Their conflicting desires in life make a romantic relationship seem unlikely, especially since Nanami believes marriage restricts personal freedom and serves as a mere escape for women. "I have no interest in getting married," he declared. Despite their differing views on marriage, Asuka views Nanami as an ideal partner. Thus, the 'Battle of Values' commences.

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I Want to Die Alone(ひとりでしにたい)

2025Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaDramaOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yamaguchi Narumi is flourishing in her life as a single woman—until the unexpected and solitary death of her respected aunt, a successful career woman, profoundly unsettles her. In a state of anxiety, she plunges into matchmaking, but her efforts lead to failure. When her younger coworker Nasuda Yuya candidly remarks, "Believing that marriage offers security? That’s so old-fashioned!" Narumi undergoes a significant transformation—from konkatsu (marriage searching) to shukatsu (preparing for end-of-life). This is the unfiltered, emotional journey of a woman in her late 30s grappling with societal expectations, personal insecurities, and moments of profound appreciation—all aimed at achieving a single, vital objective: to live well in order to die well.

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Ai no Uta(あいのうた)

2005Japan
Age GapAge GapLifeMiniseriesFamilyHousemates' RelationshipOlder Man-Younger Woman

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 29% similarity match.

A story unfolds as a man and woman find themselves sharing a living space due to unforeseen events, leading them to discover the true meaning of love. Kataoka Yuji, a compassionate police officer known for helping the vulnerable and promoting peace, is a widower who has been raising three children on his own since his wife passed away four years ago. Matsuda Yoko, initially with a disagreeable demeanor, undergoes personal growth through her interactions with this kind-hearted middle-aged man.

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Pâtissier-san to Ojousan(パティシエさんとお嬢さん)

2022Japan
Age GapComedyFoodMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaFluffyNice Female LeadNice Male LeadPatissier Male LeadRomanceSecret Crush

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 28% similarity match.

Revolved around a baker who is employed at a quaint bakery in the urban area and has some skill in matters of the heart, and a regular customer who visits every Friday to purchase cakes.

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To the Moon(달까지 가자)

2025South Korea
Age GapAge GapCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Female LeadAccountant Female LeadDifficult AdulthoodHeir Male LeadMarketer Female LeadOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 28% similarity match.

Da Hae, a fatigued manager of the marketing team at Marron Confectionery, finds herself questioning how much longer she can tolerate her seemingly bleak existence. At that moment, Eun Sang from the sales department, who is fervently driven by the pursuit of profit, tempts her with an audacious idea of investing in cryptocurrency. After a series of failures, cryptocurrency represents Eun Sang's final chance to change her circumstances. Ji Song from accounting, who believes that happiness comes from spending, impulsively decides to join them out of fear of being left out. What starts as a risky endeavor quickly evolves into a tumultuous journey filled with the unpredictable ups and downs of the crypto market. The situation becomes even more chaotic when Ham Ji U, the ambitious company director who has abandoned her singing career, becomes involved. Will these three everyday employees strike it rich and reach for the stars?

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The Wife (2024)(实习生是大佬夫人)

2024China
Age GapCEO Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterFalse RumorFilmed VerticallyIntern Female LeadOffice SettingRomanceShort Length SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, CEO Male Lead, Office Worker Female Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 28% similarity match.

The enigmatic spouse of the Shaw Group's president is set to embark on her inaugural job experience as an intern at her husband's corporation

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Alice-san Chi no Iroribata(アリスさんちの囲炉裏端)

2025Japan
Age GapAge GapFoodLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaCookingCountryside SettingOlder Woman-Younger ManReturn To HometownRomanceRural Life

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Food, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 28% similarity match.

After a decade away, Minase Alice came back to her native village from Tokyo and met up with her old buddy from childhood, a high schooler named Harumi

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My Little Chef (2002)(マイリトルシェフ)

2002Japan
ComedyFoodMiniseries

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

An undiscovered female chef named Seri, hailing from a rural area, comes to Tokyo with hopes of working at the renowned French restaurant, 'toile'. However, upon arrival, she learns that the restaurant has shut down after their head chef left. Joining forces with the former manager, Seri decides to open her own French restaurant called 'Petit toile'. She embarks on a journey to recreate the exquisite flavors passed down from her late father, a celebrated gourmet chef. To her dismay, 'toile' reopens under new management, leaving Seri in a difficult position. To add to the complexity, she discovers that the restaurant is actually owned by her long-lost birth mother living in Paris, whom she hasn't seen since childhood. Seri questions whether her talent and passion will be enough to overcome these challenges and thrive in the competitive culinary world. (TBS)

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Monsieur(ムッシュ!)

2013Japan
ComedyFoodMiniseries

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Restaurant Report is situated in Sangen-Jaya, Tokyo. Following the passing of their dynamic chef and proprietor, the late chef's son Masaya has assumed control of the restaurant. Unfortunately, the restaurant is on the brink of bankruptcy, leading Masaya's sister Mineko and other staff members to lose hope. In a crucial moment, Date, a former apprentice of the late chef, makes a surprise appearance at Restaurant Report from Paris. Date brags to the staff about his success in Paris and presents a letter from the late chef to prove his credibility. Can Date rescue Restaurant Report?

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Lunch no Akko-chan(ランチのアッコちゃん)

2015Japan
ComedyFoodMiniseries

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Sawada Michiko, a temporary employee at a trading firm, is feeling heartbroken. During one of her monotonous days at work, her boss, Kurokawa Atsuko, surprises her with a proposition. Let's swap lunches. Feeling pressured, Michiko agrees reluctantly. This simple act leads Michiko to discover the significance of food and sparks a transformation within her. Atsuko, also known as Akko-chan, is intimidating to those around her and has a wide network of connections. What lies beneath her tough exterior?

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Laundry Chigasaki(神奈川県厚木市 ランドリー茅ヶ崎)

2016Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseries

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

The drama series is based in a laundromat located in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It revolves around Nagi Nagumo, a part-time worker at the laundromat, the owner of the establishment, and the various customers who frequent the place.

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Iju and Gifu(イジューは岐阜と)

2018Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseries

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Sumu Sumu (2020)(住住)

2020Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseries

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Bakarhythm uses an apartment in Tokyo as his workspace for writing scripts and other content. While he is working alone at his desk, he is interrupted by visits from Bananaman Himura and Wakabayashi Masayasu. Actress Mizukawa Asami, who lives nearby, also joins them. This casual gathering of showbiz friends, although uneventful, takes place in the apartment.

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Recipe of Life(老姑婆的古董老菜單)

2020Taiwan
ComedyFoodLifeMiniseriesDramaFoodie Female LeadHistoricalReturn To Hometown

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

A young man came back to his native town and decided to open a coffee shop in the historic area. Soon after, the owner of the building where his shop was located returned home with the intention of selling the property to support her boyfriend's business. However, her plan was foiled when the person in charge of her great aunt's will/ property insisted that she complete three tasks with the young man before agreeing to her request. The tasks led them on a journey where they learned about the town's past and its inhabitants. Through this experience, the property owner also developed a fondness for her great aunt's hometown.

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Lost in the Woods(ฤดูหลงป่า)

2025Thailand
Age GapAge GapComedyMiniseriesNovel AdaptationGay RomanceLGBTQ+Romance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Fifa, a charming and highly materialistic young man with aspirations of traveling to Japan, finds himself sent into the forest to prove his worth following the rejection of his scholarship application. Hem, an older individual burdened by a troubled history, has chosen to live in seclusion as a park ranger in the woods. As the two grow closer, romantic feelings emerge between them; however, their personal challenges create obstacles, leading them to question whether their relationship can truly progress.

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-50kg no Cinderella(-50kgのシンデレラ)

2022Japan
Age GapComedyMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Hime, a university student who is currently job hunting, attends an information session at a company where she accidentally gets injured. Luckily, she receives assistance from Osamu, the company's information desk clerk, whom she immediately falls for. Determined to see him again, Hime goes through a rigorous diet and successfully loses 50kg. Despite starting to work at the same company, she is unable to find Osamu even after a year. However, her luck changes when the most handsome man in the company, rumored to be from a prestigious family, transfers to her department - revealing himself to be Osamu! Their reunion is short-lived as Osamu confesses his interest in someone else, leaving Hime heartbroken. Despite this, Osamu continues to show affection towards Hime through hugs, sweet words, and special treatment. Will Hime be able to navigate this unexpected love triangle and find happiness? (Mangaupdates)

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Miss Target(ミス・ターゲット)

2024Japan
Age GapComedyMiniseriesDramaMarriage Of ConvenienceRomanceSwindler Female Lead

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Asakura Sumire, a 35-year-old woman, has earned a reputation as a marriage scammer by using her beauty and clever tactics to deceive numerous men. She specifically targets individuals who have made their fortunes through unethical means, making it difficult for the police to apprehend them. Operating in the shadows as a skilled "Miss Target", she has never failed to hit her mark. However, Sumire shocks everyone by announcing her decision to retire from marriage fraud and actively search for a husband. With her acquired skills, she confidently enters the marriage market in pursuit of a wealthy suitor, prioritizing financial stability in a partner. Despite her background as a con artist, Sumire embarks on a sincere quest for a husband, raising questions about who will ultimately win her heart.

Recommendation: Otousan to Yobasete similar to Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi
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Otousan to Yobasete(お義父さんと呼ばせて)

2016Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyMiniseriesDramaFamilyOlder Man-Younger WomanRomance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Daidoji Tamotsu, aged 51, holds the position of department manager at a medium-sized specialized trading firm. He encounters a woman who is 28 years younger than him and they decide to tie the knot. Meanwhile, Hanazawa Kiichiro is a high-ranking office worker at a leading general trading company. He is taken aback when his daughter introduces a man who is the same age as him as her partner. This leads to a series of challenges in what he had previously thought was the perfect family, prompting him to reevaluate his life choices.

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My Old Friend(마이 올드 프렌드)

2016South Korea
Age GapAge GapComedyLifeMiniseriesDramaFamilyFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipGrandpa-Granddaughter RelationshipShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesYouth

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 26% similarity match.

A story revolves around a grandfather and his granddaughter, whose contrasting personalities come together over a weekend, allowing them to develop a friendship and strengthen their connection.

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Buchou to Shachiku no Koi Modokashii(部長と社畜の恋はもどかしい)

2022Japan
Age GapCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Female LeadCOVID-19Comical ActingHardworking Female LeadManager Male LeadMild Sexual ContentOlder Man-Younger WomanRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

Maruyama Mayumi, an office worker, is passionate about her job and has developed feelings for her manager, Teiji Osamu, who is strict about work ethics and emphasizes punctuality. Following a night of drinking with colleagues, Mayumi and Osamu end up spending the night together. The next morning, Mayumi is shocked when Osamu informs her that they are both adults and should know how to handle the situation.

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Oshi ga Joshi ni Narimashite(推しが上司になりまして)

2023Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyCEO Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterActor-Actress Supporting CharacterDramaOffice SettingRetired Male LeadRomanceStage Actor Male LeadTwo RolesWorkplace Setting

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, CEO Male Lead, Office Worker Female Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 26% similarity match.

Nakajo Hitomi is employed as an office lady and admires stage performer Kiryu Toma. Her greatest pleasure is attending his stage performances, but she has been feeling disheartened lately due to Toma's abrupt retirement. One day, she encounters her new supervisor, Takagi Shuichi. Interestingly, her new boss is none other than the retired stage actor Kiryu Toma, using his real name. Following his retirement, he joined the company owned by his father, where Hitomi also works. He quickly becomes popular among the female staff and treats them all kindly. Hitomi wishes to interact with him like the other female colleagues, but when she finally has the opportunity, she becomes flustered and gives him a cold reception. Shuichi becomes intrigued by Hitomi, who stands out from the other female employees.

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Aoshima-kun wa Ijiwaru(青島くんはいじわる)

2024Japan
Age GapAge GapCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Female LeadAdapted From A MangaContract RelationshipDramaLoner Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSenior-Junior Relationship

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

Even though Aoshima and Yukino are colleagues, they have never interacted before. Their first encounter happens by chance at a bar Yukino often visits, where they end up sitting beside each other. During the meeting, Yukino receives a call from a friend reminding her about a wedding she promised to attend with her supposed boyfriend. Panicking, Yukino reveals that they broke up six months ago. With the wedding approaching, Yukino asks Aoshima to pose as her boyfriend for the event, to which he surprisingly agrees. Little does Yukino know, Aoshima has a hidden agenda. As they act as a couple, Aoshima starts to develop feelings for Yukino, who had previously never caught his attention, while Yukino finds herself caught up with a younger tsundere boy. What will happen to their "contract love"?

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Miren: Kakure Botchitachi(未恋〜かくれぼっちたち〜)

2025Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyLifeOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterAspiring Writer Male LeadEditor Female LeadEditor Male LeadManga Artist Female LeadManga Artist Supporting CharacterOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceSingle Mother

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Life, Office Worker Female Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 26% similarity match.

Kosaka Kento is an editor at a publishing company, specifically working on the manga magazine Comic Boon. He is extremely dedicated to his job, often putting in extra hours at home to ensure that the manga publishing process goes smoothly. Despite being known as "Mr. Risk Avoidance" for his hard work ethic, Kento actually avoids free time due to past failures in pursuing his dream of becoming a novelist. When popular idol manga artist Fukada Yuzu announces an unexpected break from her work, Kento personally reaches out to persuade her to continue. During their interactions, he learns that Yuzu has lost her motivation due to online criticism. By offering support and taking her on walks, Kento helps Yuzu regain her inspiration. Their daily walks lead to a deepening bond, eventually culminating in Yuzu visiting Kento's home.

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Boyfriend Kourin!(ボーイフレンド降臨!)

2022Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaHardworking Female LeadInnocent Male LeadInsecure Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceStage Actress Female Lead

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Miniseries, and Office Worker Female Lead themes with a 26% similarity match.

Asahi, a 23-year-old young man, captivates those around him with his charming smile, words, and talents. Chatani Kashiko, a 35-year-old employee at a small advertising firm, struggles with feelings of low self-worth. On the other hand, Sato Wataru is a vibrant woman who works as a behind-the-scenes actress for a small theater company owned by her partner, who occasionally has her ghostwrite for him. Kashiko and Wataru were once close friends in high school and unexpectedly reconnect through their interactions with Asahi. (DramaWiki)

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Comfort Food(食愈)

2024China
ComedyFoodMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Let's Go Eat similar to Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi
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Let's Go Eat(去吃饭伐)

2024China
FoodLifeMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Food, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Miya, a regular employee, resides in the lively urban area. At 26 years old, she is amicable and diligent in her job, even though she occasionally takes the fall for others without being able to defend herself. The routine and demanding nine-to-five job can be tedious, but Miya finds joy in her leisure time outside of work. Typically, unmarried Miya doesn't hurry home after finishing work. Instead, she deliberately strolls down a street filled with restaurants and dining places, sometimes stopping by her favorite spot to enjoy familiar tastes or experimenting with new dishes on a whim. After satisfying her hunger, she lets out a satisfied sigh. Such a woman, who appreciates life, is someone you'd want to sit beside and relish a meal with...

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No One Lies(大誠實家)

2023Hong Kong
ComedyCEO Male LeadMiniseriesDrama

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, CEO Male Lead, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Having relied on dishonesty for personal gain, losing the ability to lie can have a significant impact on one's life. Renowned direct marketing company founder Lo Man Nai recognizes the endless pursuit of power and wealth by individuals. By utilizing his exceptional lying skills, he assembles a team of dedicated employees to promote his health products. However, at an annual meeting, Lo is afflicted with a strange illness that renders him incapable of lying. Forced to speak only the truth, he exposes the deceit behind the company's products and sales strategies. He also admits to his wife about his extramarital affair. Subsequently convicted of fraudulent practices and abandoned by his family, Lo tries to take his own life. Fortunately, he is rescued by a fellow prisoner, who turns out to be a leader of a criminal organization.

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Employment War Season 2(취업전쟁 2)

2015South Korea
ComedyLifeMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

Securing employment in Seoul appears to be an unattainable goal for these four young individuals residing in Noryangjin-dong. In a landscape where aspirations feel distant, will they manage to navigate the intense rivalry and land their ideal positions? (OnDemandKorea)

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Priceless(PRICELESS ~あるわけねぇだろ,んなもん!~)

2012Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesBusiness Industry

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

A mid-level manager in a large corporation, this esteemed employee's life takes a sudden turn when he catches the attention of his bosses and is falsely accused of a crime he did not commit. As a result, he is ousted from his job and faces a string of unexpected events that leave him homeless, penniless, and without a phone. Struggling to cope, he seeks solace in a park where he meets two children who teach him valuable lessons on survival without money. Through this crisis, he learns to appreciate the true treasures in life.

Recommendation: Hana no Zubora Meshi similar to Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi
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Hana no Zubora Meshi(花のズボラ飯)

2012Japan
ComedyFoodMiniseriesAdapted From A Manga

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Food, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative follows the daily routine of Hana, a 30-year-old newlywed, as she prepares simple and quick meals known as Zubora Meshi while her spouse is working in a different location. Zubora Meshi is a type of convenient and straightforward dish typically enjoyed by individuals cooking just for themselves.

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Shuden Gohan(終電ごはん)

2013Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesFamily

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% similarity match.

A man, his wife, and his sister-in-law reside together in the same household. Due to returning home late and feeling exhausted, they have decided to start preparing their own meals every day to cut costs. However, they are unsure about what kind of nutritious meals they can prepare at such a late hour.

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Kokoro ga Pokitto ne(心がポキッとね)

2015Japan
ComedyLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Konna Tokoro de Uragiri Meshi, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 25% 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.