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Kono Koi Wa Tsumi Na No Ka

Kakeda Satoshi is a student enrolled in the science and engineering program at a university. He has had a passion for science since he was young and has a unique personality, focusing only on things that pique his interest. Despite being in college, Kakeda has not shown any inclination towards romantic relationships. His love for understanding things scientifically leaves no room for romantic pursuits that he cannot analyze. Kakeda has developed feelings for Iijima-san, an older student he admires for her courage in extinguishing a small fire in the cafeteria. Will Kakeda find success in his romantic endeavors?

Hatanaka Kosaku began his professional boxing career at 19 years old and scored a first-round knockout in his debut match

Miura is set to portray the intricate character of Shio's ex-husband's younger brother, Gai, who harbors feelings for his former sister-in-law. Yada stars as Shio, a seemingly content and accomplished owner of an aroma aesthetics salon. However, Shio battles insomnia as a result of her unfaithful ex-husband. To assist women in similar situations, she initiates a "co-sleeping" service with four attractive young men.

Tajimage Shu meets Bessho Fumiyo, a former high school senior, by chance. Fumiyo is a popular guy who has to end his relationships for certain reasons. Upon hearing his story, Fumiyo accidentally mentions that the situation is similar to Dazai Osamu's incomplete novel "Goodbye". Tajimage is touched by this strange coincidence.

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.

Harumi Junko was a top student in middle and high school, but she faced a setback when she couldn't get into Tokyo University

Sugata Kentaro, once a promising trainee aiming to become a professional Shogi player, faces failure during the final test. Now working as a "Shinkenshi," he gambles on Shogi matches for money and boasts a streak of 182 consecutive wins. However, his confidence is shattered when he is defeated by a young woman known as "Ukeshi," who is undefeated in any challenge she takes on. With Shogi holding immense importance in his life, he resolves to train even harder in order to become the strongest player. This comedy drama, based on a popular comic, follows the thrilling journey of a young man as he navigates through a series of challenging Shogi matches under the guidance of a mysterious girl. (Fuji Creative)

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

29-year-old Iwaya Sumire is having a rough day, possibly the worst ever. She was recently dumped by her boyfriend of 5 years, just as she was expecting a marriage proposal. Adding to her troubles, she was demoted from the foreign correspondence department at the newspaper where she works after punching her boss for making inappropriate advances while drunk. On her way home, feeling emotional and intoxicated, Sumire recalls seeing a puppy available for adoption near her apartment building earlier that day. When she checks the box, she is surprised to find a young man inside instead of the puppy. This man, 20-year-old modern interpretive dancer Goda Takeshi, had taken refuge in the box after being attacked and is now slightly injured. Mistakenly thinking Takeshi is her childhood dog Momo, Sumire takes him home with her. Despite their unusual beginning, Sumire and Takeshi develop a unique and special relationship, with Sumire treating Takeshi like a pet dog and even giving him the name Momo. Their daily life together gradually evolves into something more profound.

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"?

Mi Ja, Ji Yeong, and Yun A are three urban women in their thirties, all single

Kronos Heaven, a manufacturer of robots, has successfully created "Night Tenjo", a flawless male humanoid designed to be dedicated and unwaveringly loyal to his partner. The company selects temporary employee Izawa Riiko to participate in a complimentary 5-day trial. Initially viewing Night as simply a household tool, Riiko soon discovers the depth of his devotion towards her, leading her to develop romantic feelings for him. Adding to the mix is Asamoto Soshi, a respected young executive at her workplace who harbors feelings for Riiko, forming a love triangle.

Yoshioka Yuiko starts her freshman year in high school. She falls ill with a cold and is confined to bed. During this period, she receives a call from the class president, Matsubara. Yuiko is touched by his gentle tone over the phone. The following day, she attends school and encounters Matsubara in person. He appears as a enigmatic figure, with a paper bag covering his head. Yuiko's high school experience commences with a sense of excitement.

Osamu appears to have it all - a generous salary and a stunning girlfriend. However, there is a void in his life. On the flip side, Ota Miyuki, a 25-year-old aspiring actress, works part-time at a hardware store. Despite her parents' hopes for her to be happy and beautiful, Miyuki considers herself unattractive. This is where their paths cross, as Osamu is captivated by Miyuki's genuine and optimistic personality.

Yuka Misaki, daughter of flower shop owners, starts a relationship with college student Akio Asami. However, they lose contact after an accident. One year later, they unexpectedly reunite. Yuka still works at her father's shop, while Akio is now a high school teacher. On January 7, makeup classes are being held for struggling students, including popular Tadashi Otomo and delinquent leader Sho Takamatsu. Noriko Sekiya, a teacher in debt from buying luxury items, is giving the lectures. Yuka visits the school to collect money from Noriko, leading to a confrontation with Akio and a sudden earthquake.

Karibe Seiichiro, a brilliant manga artist, struggles with social interactions and prefers to stay indoors due to his unique perspective. One day, he crosses paths with Kuon Aiko, his late brother's ex-girlfriend, and proposes that they become pretend romantic partners. This scenario is based on the manga "Renai Mangaka" by Yamazaki Sayaka.

Is it possible for a high school student to live a double life? Lee Min Seok is an up-and-coming hockey player at his school, enjoying a typical high school experience, which includes a classmate, Jung Yoo Ah, who has feelings for him. However, everything changes when Min Seok receives a call from his older brother, who is his doppelgänger but nine years his senior. His brother urgently asks Min Seok to take on his identity at work as he mysteriously goes into hiding for a while. While stepping into his brother's shoes, Min Seok encounters Yoo Ah’s older sister, Jung Soo Young, a contract employee at the same firm, and finds himself at odds with Yoo Jin Woo, the director and son of the company’s president. As Min Seok navigates this double life, will both Yoo Ah and Soo Young end up falling for him? (Viki)

Hama Shoko, aged 32, is a single woman working as a contract employee. Despite her lack of success in romantic relationships and not currently having a boyfriend, she desires to tie the knot. In her quest for a life partner over the past couple of years, she has been unsuccessful. Frustrated by her lack of success, Shoko decides to embark on a solo journey. While aboard the plane, she encounters a charming younger man. Later on during her trip, she unexpectedly runs into the same man. Shoko fabricates a story about being a married woman when speaking to him. The man suggests they have an affair during their time together.

What motivates a young woman to relocate to a different part of the globe? Ni Shu Lei grows up in the United States after losing her parents. Upon seeing track star Shan Han Fei on TV, she immediately falls for him and finds inspiration in his achievements. When Han Fei quits the sport due to an injury, Shu Lei is devastated and decides to track him down to encourage his return. She moves to China, enrolls in Han Fei's all-male college, and becomes his roommate. To attend the school, Shu Lei must disguise herself as a man, leading to daily challenges. As Shu Lei's classmate Chocolate starts to develop feelings for her, he begins to question his own sexual orientation. How long can Shu Lei maintain her risky deception? (Trakt.tv) Based on the manga series "Hanazakari no Kimitachi e" by Nakajo Hisaya.

Judge Jung, the youngest individual to hold a judicial position, is admired by his peers. He is a compassionate and gentle person, with a passion for volunteering and a talent for cleaning. Despite his seemingly flawless exterior, he has never been in a romantic relationship. One day, while heading to work, he accidentally collides with a woman named Ji Hye, who owns a workshop. To make matters worse, Ji Hye's hair becomes entangled in Eui Chan's shirt, and her makeup smudges his clothing. In a hurry, Ji Hye rushes away, but Eui Chan finds himself captivated by her at first glance. (KOCOWA)

Former world snooker champion Yau Yat Kiu, known as Adam Cheng, shocks the snooker world with his sudden retirement. His decision disappoints his daughter Yau Ka Kan, who has always aspired to follow in his footsteps. Despite Kiu's apparent disinterest in the sport, he secretly organizes challenge matches at his restaurant's snooker table, searching for a worthy protege. Kiu crosses paths with Kan Tze Him, recognizing his talent for snooker and deciding to mentor him. Kan eventually convinces her father to also train her. However, Him develops feelings for Kan, who is interested in Lui Kin Chung, Kiu's former rival turned friend. When Chung's manager sabotages Kiu with sleeping pills during a match, causing a rift between them, Chung parts ways with his manager upon discovering the deceit. As the story progresses, Chin To To falls for Kiu while Him clashes with him over Chung's ex-manager. The master and disciple ultimately settle their differences on the snooker table.

Three single men who have been unsuccessful in relationships are employed at a housing company. Lacking real-life experience in dating, they entertain themselves with comical and impractical advice on how to attract women. Despite their efforts to appear irresistible, they end up being quite the opposite. The series showcases their amusing and awkward journey in pursuit of love, as well as their strong bond of friendship. Viewers may find humor in the absurd antics of these men in love, while also being touched by their heartfelt camaraderie.

A television series on TBS adapted from a comic book of the same title written by Ijiro Yukari.

The narrative revolves around a love hotel staff member known as "Ueno" on Twitter, who offers guidance on matters of love. Ueno, an employee at the Gotanda Kingdom love hotel, offers advice to men struggling with relationships and intimacy, teaching them how to attract women to the hotel.

Derived from the manga "Tsurumoku Single Dormitory" by Eisaku Kubonouchi.

Chi Yu, a celestial protector, loses his Sun Moon Jade, the source of his strength, and embarks on a quest in the human world to retrieve it. Along the way, he develops feelings for a courageous female warrior, whom he tragically curses to a premature death in each lifetime to keep her close. As a consequence, Chi Yu is confined to the stars for 3,000 years as punishment. Upon his release, he returns to Earth and encounters his beloved reincarnated as Wen Xi, now a successful movie producer but distant. Despite the challenges, Chi Yu is determined to make things right and repair the mistakes of the past to achieve genuine love.

The plot revolves around Masamune Asuka, a well-liked high school student who excels in kendo. Despite his tough image, he has a hidden love for sweets and romantic manga, as well as talent in sewing and cooking. His feelings are put at risk when he develops a crush on new student Miyakozuka Ryo, potentially revealing his secret. This story is inspired by the manga series "Otomen" by Aya Kanno.

Sota Nishino, a handsome high school student, encounters Mai, the younger sister of his friend Yukihiro Nanase. Mai, also a high school student, is described as innocent. Overhearing Sota's comment about her cuteness, Mai listens from her room through the thin wall separating it from her brother's room.

Hanai Ao is a renowned manga artist known for her captivating romance stories, earning admiration from fans for her dedication and achievements

Noh Ji Wook, an exceptional prosecutor, finds his path intertwined with Eun Bong Hee, a novice intern who often finds herself in awkward predicaments, when Bong Hee faces false murder allegations

A spirited young employee starts working at a public relations agency, where she encounters a reserved and often misjudged leader. Determined to reveal his true nature to the world, Chae Ro Un is driven by a singular purpose: to uncover the real character of her superior, Eun Hwan Ki, and seek her retribution. She holds him responsible for her family's decline. (DramaFever)

After encountering numerous unsuccessful job interviews, Ho Won unexpectedly learns that she has only six months to live. Just when her situation appears bleak, she secures a job opportunity. Determined to seize control of her life, she undergoes a transformation into a bold and confident woman. This series resonates with young individuals grappling with a tough reality and limited prospects. Within the workplace depicted in the show, a cultural divide exists between the outspoken, youthful employees and the older staff who are apprehensive about impending layoffs. Simultaneously, the series highlights the importance of open dialogue and empathy as a way to bridge these gaps. (MBC)

Han Shang Yan, a renowned figure in the CTF cyber-security esports scene, had left the industry to establish his own esports organization, K&K, where he trained a group of young boys to become professional esports players. Following a defeat at a CTF competition, Han Shang Yan decided to take a break at an internet cafe. It was there that he encountered Tong Nian, a talented computer scientist and part-time online singer, who was helping out at the cafe. Tong Nian was immediately drawn to him, despite usually being confident and outgoing. As they were brought together by a series of coincidences and misunderstandings, Tong Nian found herself becoming more involved in K&K's activities and the world of professional esports. Through their interactions, Tong Nian also uncovered the truth behind Han Shang Yan's retirement from the esports world.

The tale follows a young prodigy named Wang Lu as he joins the Spirit Blade Sect, beginning an unconventional journey toward achieving immortality. Established in 4233, the Spirit Blade Sect is renowned for producing martial arts talents and is considered one of the five prestigious sects. Amid a crisis across the nine continents, Wang Lu, a gifted individual, enrolls in the Spirit Blade Sect and becomes a disciple of the centuries-old Wang Wu. Despite Wang Wu's age, she is admired for her beauty but notorious for her sharp tongue and unpredictable temperament. The story revolves around the constant bickering between Wang Wu and her disciple Wang Lu as they strive to become the ultimate sage in the realm.

Sakura Nanase, a young nurse of 22 years, developed feelings for Doctor Tendo Kairi after meeting him years ago. Determined to reunite with him, she worked hard to become a nurse. Upon finally meeting Tendo again after 5 years, Sakura discovered he had a very different personality from what she had expected. Tendo, 33 years old, was known as the "Devil" at work for his perfectionism and sharp comments towards colleagues. Despite Tendo's tough demeanor, Sakura persisted in gaining his approval and expressing her feelings honestly. Her efforts paid off as she gained recognition at the hospital and earned the nickname "Warrior-Chick". Over time, Tendo found himself drawn to Sakura.

Cha Eun Ho is a talented and attractive author who holds the position of the youngest chief editor at a publishing house. He possesses a composed personality and remains level-headed in his professional environment. His life becomes intertwined with that of his childhood friend, Kang Dan Yi, who was once a well-known copywriter. Currently, she is divorced, a single mother, out of work, and facing various challenges while trying to secure employment. Despite her previous success, she struggles to find a job. In a bid to improve her situation, she fabricates details about her past and takes on a temporary position in the same office as Cha Eun Ho. As their lives intersect more frequently, a romance begins to develop.

A volleyball coach and her team strive for victory, fostering deeper connections of camaraderie and collaboration along the way. This vibrant tale highlights the spirit of sportsmanship and features an exhilarating romance.

Ametani Kantarou is a good-looking, glasses-wearing single man employed at a publishing firm. Despite being viewed by his coworkers as a reliable and efficient employee, he actually often skips work to indulge in eating desserts. (mangaupdates) Derived from the manga "Saboriman Ametani Kantarou" written by Tensei Hagiwara and illustrated by Abidi Inoue.

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)

Katagiri Sayo, an office worker at a prominent IT firm, is a firm believer in the idea that hard work will lead to success. Morimoto Miharu, a nurse, is beginning to lose hope in her long-standing relationship with her boyfriend Ryota. Yamashita Miwa, an office worker at a bank, struggles with low self-esteem and is quick to give herself up when asked. On the other hand, Matsuoka Akane, a confident company secretary with a mysterious past, exudes beauty that turns heads wherever she goes. These four women embark on a journey to find their life partners in pursuit of happiness. The government's covert organization, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, known for its matchmaking support, springs into action. Will these women, each with their own unique perspectives on marriage, find the encounters that will change their lives forever?

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

Television series from the year 2000.

A man who has not yet had sexual intercourse suffers from an extremely uncommon condition that limits him to only seven opportunities to engage in sexual activity in his lifetime. Once he has exhausted all seven chances, he will be unable to have sex ever again. Regrettably, he has already used two of these opportunities on self-pleasure. With only five chances remaining, he is torn between choosing carefully and saving himself for a special someone, while also feeling a strong desire to lose his virginity.

In the film, Moriyama portrays a temporary employee who has always struggled in the realm of romance. However, his luck takes a turn when he begins receiving unexpected attention from numerous gorgeous women, leaving him feeling bewildered by this sudden "moteki" phenomenon of being highly desired and sought after. (Tokyograph)

Based on the manga created by Katsu Aki.

Based on the manga created by Katsu Aki.

Konno Izumi possesses an unparalleled beauty that leaves all who see her in awe. Her perfectly proportioned body and charming face captivate the attention of every man she encounters, causing them to be enchanted by her presence. Despite her attempts to live a normal life, Izumi is constantly pursued by admirers who are willing to go to great lengths to win her affection. Among these admirers is Akamatsu Keisuke, a shy university student who becomes infatuated with Izumi after meeting her. Meanwhile, Izumi is involved in a relationship with her art professor, Aoyama Jin, although her feelings for him are not reciprocated. This complex love triangle is depicted in the manga "Omo ni Naitemasu" by Higashimura Akiko.

Machida Ritsuko and Nonoyama Shuichi, also known as Non-chan, have been living together for the past 8 years. One day, while Non-chan was out fishing, Ritsuko invited her friend Niinuma Mina over for a chat. Mina asked Ritsuko if she and Non-chan were considering marriage, to which Ritsuko responded that he had not proposed yet. Unbeknownst to them, Non-chan had returned from fishing and overheard their conversation, causing him to become upset and question their relationship. Despite their shared interests, they seem to have differing opinions on many things.

Kashiwazaki Yu has been focusing on her professional endeavors and avoiding romantic entanglements. However, her resolve is tested when she crosses paths with Saku Ryo, a single father who is a wedding dress designer and couturier. This storyline is adapted from the manga series "Hanayome Miman Escape" by Ogawa Maruni.

Tomo is often favored by men who are already in relationships. She finds herself vulnerable when they express their love, but confused when they end things. Tomo notices that many men are caught up in sentimental love. She is critical of herself for struggling to cut ties completely. Despite being asked out only when it's convenient, she considers the idea of becoming a "subscription girlfriend" during times when she can't be their main partner. By entering into a flat-rate contract without the pressure of "I love you," she hopes to avoid getting emotionally entangled. Tomo gathers women in similar situations on social media to start a "subscription girlfriend" service. However, things get complicated when her friend Kosuke confesses his feelings for her. Unable to be honest about her emotions, Tomo suggests they date under the terms of a "subscription girlfriend" contract.