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Koshodo Monogatari(古書堂ものがたり)

2023Japan
AnthologyFantasyFemale Centered PlotInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysteryTime Travel

Located in a quaint old bookstore called "Yume Neko", girls who frequent the shop discover a mysterious novel suggested by the owner

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Recommendation: Mugen Audition similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Mugen Audition(無限オーディション)

2023Japan
FantasyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryTime TravelProducer Female Lead

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 56% similarity match.

Recommendation: Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi (2006) similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi (2006)(7人の女弁護士)

2006Japan
Female Centered PlotInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysteryLawLawyer Female Lead

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Female Centered Plot, Investigation, Miniseries, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

New version: Todo Maki, a new attorney, becomes a part of a law firm led by seven female lawyers dedicated to assisting female victims of crime. Excited to start her work, Todo realizes there is a lot for her to grasp about the legal profession when her supervisor, Sugimura Misako, gives her a case. With the help of her six seasoned colleagues, she learns the true essence of being a lawyer.

Recommendation: Tenchuu-Yami no Shiokinin similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Tenchuu-Yami no Shiokinin( 天誅~闇の仕置人~)

2014Japan
FantasyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryTime TravelActionEpisodic FormatMartial Arts

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 45% similarity match.

During a politician's speech in a busy shopping district, chaos erupts as a knife-wielding man emerges from the crowd and attempts to harm those nearby. Masako Murata tries to intervene, but is stopped by her friends. A woman who appears to be homeless steps forward and bravely offers herself as a target, saying "if you want to kill, then kill me." As the man prepares to strike, the woman's eyes open and blood spurts from his arm. She is about to retaliate, but is halted by Masako Murata, allowing the woman to escape. Later, Masako finds the woman collapsed on the street and brings her to her home. Upon closer inspection, Masako sees that the woman, named Sana, is injured and harbors deep despair in her eyes. Sana, a ninja from ancient times, has come to present day Japan to assist Masako in fighting the rising evil in society.

Recommendation: Fantasy Tower similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Fantasy Tower(환상거탑)

2013South Korea
AnthologyFantasyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaSuspenseThriller

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Fantasy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

A collection of fantasy dramas that encompasses a range of creative ideas, enigmas, and suspenseful elements.

Recommendation: Descendants of the Dragon (2018) similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Descendants of the Dragon (2018)(龙探)

2018China
FantasyInvestigationMysteryTime TravelDramaSci-Fi

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi Season 2 (2008) similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi Season 2 (2008)(7人の女弁護士 第2シリーズ)

2008Japan
Female Centered PlotInvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryLawLawyer Female Lead

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Female Centered Plot, Investigation, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

A group of seven female attorneys operate a legal practice together, primarily focusing on representing women clients

Recommendation: Gifts for Future similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Gifts for Future(未來商店)

2022China
AnthologyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaShort Length Series

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 40% similarity match.

Tale of an enigmatic shop that specializes in resolving customers' issues

Recommendation: Matsuo Suzuki to 30-pun no Joyu similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Matsuo Suzuki to 30-pun no Joyu(松尾スズキと30分の女優)

2021Japan
AnthologyFemale Centered PlotMiniseriesMultiple MainsActress Female LeadComedy

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Female Centered Plot, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 40% similarity match.

To celebrate WOWOW's 30th anniversary, Matsuo Suzuki, the creative director of Bunkamura Theatre Cocoon and the head of Otona Keikaku in Tokyo, will create, direct, and star in a unique anthology comedy play. The show consists of episodes that are 30 minutes each, featuring actresses such as Yoshida Yo, Kuroki Haru, Aso Kumiko, and Tabe Mikako. (WOWOW TV)

Recommendation: Future Mr. Right similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Future Mr. Right(來自未來的史密特)

2016Taiwan
FantasyInvestigationMysteryTime TravelDramaRomance

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 40% similarity match.

In 2045, a programmer was charged with the murder of a young man. As he tried to prove his innocence, he found out that the culprit not only looked like him and shared his name, but had committed the crime three decades earlier. He journeyed back in time to prevent his double from committing the crime, and a woman in a photograph from 2015 may hold the key to locating the man.

Recommendation: Damned Files Season 3 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Damned Files Season 3(ダムド・ファイル シーズンIII)

2004Japan
AnthologyInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysteryGhostHorrorParanormalSupernaturalSuspense

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Investigation, Miniseries, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural incidents

Recommendation: The Man from the Future similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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The Man from the Future(我的未來男友)

2017Taiwan
FantasyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryTime TravelClairvoyanceEccentric Male LeadPrecognitionRomanceTime Altering

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 38% similarity match.

How much can your life transform in five years? Upon his return home from a five-year absence, Nan Gong Yu coincidentally encounters Wu Jie En and the two develop romantic feelings for each other. Gong Yu's family is still reeling from a fire in 2012 that tragically took the life of his brother, Nan Gong Tian. Upon finding a time-travel device that can transport him back to 2012, what revelations will Gong Yu uncover about the incident that forever altered his family's fate? And how will it impact his current relationship with Jie En?

Recommendation: Strike it! Painters similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Strike it! Painters(罢工吧!画手)

2017China
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Discover the mysteries concealed within the artist's protest and uncover the reasons behind the adolescents' escapade through the dimensional barrier

Recommendation: Hagure Keiji: Junjoha Series 18 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Hagure Keiji: Junjoha Series 18(はぐれ刑事純情派 シリーズ18)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: IT Champions similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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IT Champions(IT行者)

2014Hong Kong
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The IT industry is reserved for a select group of individuals who possess exceptional intelligence and skills. These individuals are responsible for creating innovative technologies, improving network systems, designing captivating video games, and developing business solutions. Every day, they face difficult challenges in the field of information technology and devise solutions that enhance our lives and provide entertainment.

Recommendation: M no Higeki similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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M no Higeki(Mの悲劇)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

When Ando Mamoru was a young boy, he had a frightening encounter with a burglar at his home. This traumatic experience influenced his decision to join a security company, where his strong instinct for danger led to quick promotions. As he prepares for his upcoming engagement to Yuki, the daughter of the company's director Shimaya, Mamoru is filled with happiness. However, during a train ride to an important business meeting, he crosses paths with a woman dressed in mourning attire named Aihara Misa, sparking a series of unexpected events. Though Mamoru does not recognize her, Misa harbors a deep resentment towards him, setting off a chain of unfortunate events in Mamoru's life.

Recommendation: Takeru: Shinjin Sousakan Fairu similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Takeru: Shinjin Sousakan Fairu(タケル 新人捜査官ファイル)

2009Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Fake Kyoto Bijutsu Jiken Emaki similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Fake Kyoto Bijutsu Jiken Emaki(フェイク 京都美術事件絵)

2011Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in Kyoto and follows Urasawa Yu, a 40-year-old part-time university lecturer who excels at deciphering people's intentions in art-related scenarios and authenticating historical artworks. Despite her social awkwardness, her exceptional judgment allows her to uncover the truth behind different events occurring in her surroundings. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Nichome no Homuzu similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Nichome no Homuzu(二丁目のホームズ)

2013Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Difficult cases occur in the 2-chome district, where a unique individual fights against wrongdoing. Presenting themselves as male, but with a feminine spirit, the detective known as Holmes of 2-chome unravels the enigmas.

Recommendation: Tokusou similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Tokusou(トクソウ)

2014Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Special prosecutors are known for their significant investigative powers. Oda Toshiya has recently joined the team led by Onizuka Tsuyoshi, the deputy of the Special Investigation Department, after transferring from the Chiba Public Prosecutors Office. Onizuka's specialized unit is currently focusing on a bribery case involving Dainippon Construction, a prominent construction company responsible for building a dam, and a prefectural governor. Oda has concerns about Onizuka's investigation methods and decides to conduct his own search. Eventually, he discovers a subcontractor involved in the case.

Recommendation: Chi No Shio similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Chi No Shio(地の塩 )

2014Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Archaeologist Kensaku Kamimura uncovers a groundbreaking find that challenges historical beliefs. His discovery in the village of Shiona suggests that humans inhabited Japan during a previously unrecognized period. The revelation attracts attention to the area, drawing new visitors. Editor Rina Sakuma collaborates with Kensaku to document his findings in educational textbooks. As they spend time together, Rina finds herself drawn to Kensaku. Meanwhile, the remains of a missing female student are unearthed at the excavation site where Kensaku is working, sparking Detective Taichi Yukinaga to reopen the cold case. A scholar approaches Rina with claims that Kensaku's discovery has been tampered with.

Recommendation: Crazy (2016) similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Crazy (2016)(CRAZY)

2016Japan
Female Centered PlotInvestigationMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Female Centered Plot, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Following their live performance, the idol group known as CRAZY arrived at their next filming location, only to discover that it was a dark and eerie warehouse. To their surprise, the four members soon found themselves trapped inside by an unknown individual. The question now looms: what fate awaits CRAZY?

Recommendation: Utenai Keikan similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Utenai Keikan(撃てない警官)

2016Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

One day, Inspector Shibasaki Reiji from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's General Affairs Department is held accountable for the mysterious suicide of a subordinate and demoted to a local police station, despite being considered one of the top candidates in the police force. Reiji was instructed by his superior, Nakata, to allow his subordinate Kazuhiko Kido to participate in shooting training, even though Kazuhiko had a history of depression. Following Nakata's orders, Reiji gave Kazuhiko a handgun, which led to Kazuhiko taking his own life. Despite being questioned about the incident, Nakata denied ever giving such instructions regarding Kazuhiko. As Reiji shows love to his family, he is not afraid to use intimidation tactics on his colleagues to advance in his career. After realizing that he was framed, Reiji comes up with a plan to uncover the truth and get back on track in his career.

Recommendation: Nippori Charlies similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Nippori Charlies(日暮里チャーリーズ)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Led by the enigmatic Charlie, three individuals residing in the "Dark Knight" mansion offer their services to clients free of charge. Yanaka, the playwright, gathers intel, while Imosaka uses his captivating magic skills. Kishi, a master of disguise, can assume a hundred different personas. Will Kishi and his team be able to resolve their clients' issues? And what secrets lie behind Kishi's true identity?

Recommendation: Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira(警視庁強行犯係 樋口顕)

2021Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira Season 2 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira Season 2(警視庁強行犯係 樋口顕 Season2)

2022Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hideyoshi, Start-Up Kigyo de Hataraku similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Hideyoshi, Start-Up Kigyo de Hataraku(秀吉、スタートアップ企業で働く)

2023Japan
FantasyMiniseriesTime Travel

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, and Time Travel themes with a 38% similarity match.

In what is known today as Nagoya City, Aichi, Japan, a man was born who transformed his fate from a farmer to a global icon. Toyotomi Hideyoshi, renowned as one of Japan's most accomplished individuals, has made a comeback in our era. Throughout his remarkable life, he encountered numerous obstacles and transformations.

Recommendation: Fixer Season 3 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Fixer Season 3(フィクサー Season3)

2023Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Fixer Shitara Kenichi works in the background during a kidnapping incident and the Tokyo gubernatorial election. When former journalist Watanabe Tatsuya catches wind of Kenichi's involvement, he decides to enter the race for the Tokyo gubernatorial election. Simultaneously, the daughter of a prominent construction company's president is taken captive. Kenichi, in talks with the kidnapper, devises a confidential strategy to juggle Tatsuya's campaign and the hostages' release. However, the outcome for Tatsuya remains uncertain. What is the truth concealed behind the abduction? The genuine intentions of "Fixer" Kenichi will finally come to light.

Recommendation: Keiji 7-nin Season 9 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Keiji 7-nin Season 9(刑事7人 シーズン9)

2023Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Which case poses the greatest challenge for Amagi Yu and the unique members of the newly formed investigation team as they come together once again to solve it

Recommendation: Hideyoshi, Start-Up Kigyo de Hataraku Kanzen Han similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Hideyoshi, Start-Up Kigyo de Hataraku Kanzen Han(秀吉、スタートアップ企業で働く完全版)

2023Japan
FantasyMiniseriesTime Travel

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Miniseries, and Time Travel themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Crime Scene Cleaner similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Crime Scene Cleaner(孔雀魚)

2024Taiwan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Zhang Ya Nan, a former student of the police training school who had to leave due to health reasons. She later married a police officer and they had a son named Xiao Qian. Tragically, her husband passed away after a few years of marriage. To support her family, Ya Nan took on a job as a special cases cleaner at Sunshine Cleaning Company. Through this unexpected job, she formed relationships with her colleagues that, while seemingly peripheral, were filled with genuine human connections.

Recommendation: Looking For Dorothy similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Looking For Dorothy(도로시를 찾아라)

2006South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

A community becomes engulfed in anxiety and fear as an increasing number of children vanish without a trace. Amid this turmoil, Soo Ah, the daughter of Ji Soo and Hyun Soo, is abducted as well. In response, a specialized rescue team is assigned to the case, working to uncover the whereabouts of the missing children and determine if they are still alive.

Recommendation: CODE1515 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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CODE1515(コード イチゴーイチゴー)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Jikuu Keisatsu Wecker similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Jikuu Keisatsu Wecker(時空警察ヴェッカー)

2001Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryTime TravelPolice Officer Female LeadSci-FiTokusatsu

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 36% similarity match.

The show centers around a team of female cops who work alongside a male detective, battling monsters in advanced suits throughout different time periods.

Recommendation: Yokoyama Hideo Suspense Season 2 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Yokoyama Hideo Suspense Season 2(横山秀夫サスペンス 第2弾)

2011Japan
AnthologyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationSuspenseThriller

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

The television series consists of four episodes, each adapted from short stories written by mystery author Yokoyama Hideo. Every episode features a unique murder mystery plot. The episodes are titled as follows: Episode 1 - Overdo / Fukaoi, Episode 2 - Takeover / Hikitsugi, Episode 3 - Lockout / Shimedashi, and Episode 4 - Revenge / Shikaeshi.

Recommendation: Fukatsu Eri no Black Comedy similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Fukatsu Eri no Black Comedy(深津絵里のblack comedy ブラコメ)

2006Japan
AnthologyFantasyInvestigationMysteryComedyExperimental FilmPsychological

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Fantasy, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

This experimental series consists of 20 episodes, each lasting about 5-10 minutes, that combines elements of drama and animation. Fukatsu Eri is the main actress and narrator of the show. Known for her work in Koi no Chikara, Change, and Akunin movie, Fukatsu Eri portrays a different character in each episode, narrates the animated segments, and even sings the closing song. "Fukatsu Eri's Black Comedy" offers a unique and humorous viewing experience for those who enjoy dark humor, fans of Fukatsu Eri's versatile acting abilities, and individuals interested in unconventional television dramas that feature various filming techniques and animated scenes.

Recommendation: Messiah: Eisei no Shou similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Messiah: Eisei no Shou(メサイア -影青ノ章-)

2015Japan
FantasyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryActionSuspenseThriller

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

The narrative picks up where Shikkoku no Shou left off, featuring the key characters from the previous play. Haku and Eiri make a comeback to mentor the fresh batch of Sakura cadets. The unfolding drama delves deeper into the storyline and lays the groundwork for the upcoming stage play.

Recommendation: Women's Special Investigation Unit Frontline similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Women's Special Investigation Unit Frontline(女たちの特捜最前線)

2016Japan
Female Centered PlotInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryComedyFriendshipSismance

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Female Centered Plot, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Muromachi Kyoko, Ichijo Yayoi, and Yasaka Misuzu are employed at a police station in different departments - Kyoko in general affairs, Yayoi in public relations, and Misuzu as a cook in the cafeteria. Despite not being detectives, they gather information related to cases and meet in the cafeteria to discuss and analyze the details. Surprisingly, they often uncover valuable clues that help in solving cases.

Recommendation: Sign (2019) similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Sign (2019)(サイン―法医学者 柚木貴志の事件―)

2019Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysteryForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceMedical

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

The Japan Forensic Research Institute is jointly overseen by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and the National Police Agency. The forensic experts work tirelessly to uncover the hidden truths from the deceased, often facing opposition from those in positions of power. One of the pathologists, the unconventional Yuzuki Takashi, remains steadfast in his pursuit of justice and truth, refusing to bow down to authority. Despite facing challenges, setbacks, and deception, the pathologists and their team continue their mission to reveal the facts and seek justice. In each case, the genuine truth they uncover clashes with the distorted truths manipulated by the powerful. A gripping battle ensues as both sides fight to establish their version of the truth. Amidst this struggle, the mysterious death of a famous singer triggers a series of behind-the-scenes maneuvers by a shadowy figure with immense influence, ultimately burying the pathologists' uncovered truth in darkness.

Recommendation: Yokoyama Hideo Suspense similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Yokoyama Hideo Suspense(横山秀夫サスペンス 第1弾)

2010Japan
AnthologyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationSuspenseThriller

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Four episodes are inspired by short stories from mystery writer Yokoyama Hideo. Each episode features a unique murder mystery. The episodes are titled: 1. "18th Hole" (18 ), 2. "Misinformation" (Goho ), 3. "Autobiography" (Jiden ), and 4. "Someone Else's House" (Tanin no Ie ).

Recommendation: Omiyasan 5 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Omiyasan 5(おみやさん5)

2006Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 3 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 3(警視庁・捜査一課長シーズン3)

2018Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Season 3 of the show will introduce new cases to captivate mystery enthusiasts, along with featuring details about real-life Japan.

Recommendation: Omiyasan 4 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Omiyasan 4(おみやさん4)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Genuine Heroes similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Genuine Heroes(真心英雄)

2025China
AnthologyInvestigationMysteryWeb Series

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

A collection of stories uncovering the untold narratives behind important cases, inspired by true-life heroes within five key legal and security organizations: public safety, prosecution, judiciary, justice, and state protection. (TMDb)

Recommendation: The Secret of Booth No. 9 similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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The Secret of Booth No. 9(9号电话亭的秘蜜)

2025China
FantasyInvestigationMysteryTime TravelRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesYouth

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Fantasy, Investigation, Mystery, and Time Travel themes with a 33% similarity match.

After receiving a puzzling phone call from a former classmate who has passed away, Fang Xiao Xun is transported back in time to relive the events of the past. Determined to change his unfortunate destiny, she uncovers hidden truths and embarks on a transformative journey filled with healing, self-discovery, and surprising relationships. (TMDb)

Recommendation: Fierce Hunt similar to Koshodo Monogatari
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Fierce Hunt(大凶捕)

2014Hong Kong
AnthologyMiniseriesMultiple MainsDrama

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Anthology, Miniseries, and Multiple Mains themes with a 33% similarity match.

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Compete: Cartel Hunters(競爭之合謀有罪)

2022Hong Kong
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Based on actual cases, the narratives in the series captivate viewers and raise awareness about relevant topics with their authentic storylines and characters. The focus of this show is on the members of the Investigation Team within the Commission, tackling a total of 4 different cases throughout the series.

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Omiyasan 8(おみやさん8)

2011Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

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Omiyasan 2(おみやさん2)

2003Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

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Message(メッセージ)

2003Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryJournalism

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

This rapid-paced narrative follows the journey of three young women immersed in the realm of investigative journalism. Kyoko Mukai, previously contentedly employed in the children's literature division of a prominent publishing company, finds herself abruptly reassigned to the editorial team of a notorious tabloid known for its boundary-pushing content. Transitioning from tales of whimsy to a world of exposés and controversies centered around crime, corruption, and scandal, Kyoko is joined by two new colleagues: Eri Nagase, specializing in sex scandals despite her advanced degree in mass communication, and Ayumi Takeuchi, relegated to desk duties while awaiting her chance to report on a story. Their enigmatic boss, a former top journalist at a major newspaper who left to pursue freelance work a decade ago under mysterious circumstances, adds to the intrigue. As events unfold, a significant news story from the past resurfaces, drawing the young women into an unforeseen chain of events...

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Kyohansha (2003)(共犯者)

2003Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySecret

Like Koshodo Monogatari, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

For the last 15 years, Fuyukawa Misaki has led a solitary life, carefully guarding her hidden secret. As the deadline for the statute of limitations on her colleague's murder approaches, a mysterious stranger enters Misaki's life, claiming, "I am aware of your secret." Is he a potential ally or adversary? The enigmatic man, withholding personal details, proposes a deal to live with Misaki in return for keeping her secret safe. Thus begins an unusual living arrangement. Who is this man and what are his intentions? Meanwhile, traditional detective Kiba suspects Misaki as the culprit from the unsolved murder case 15 years ago and is determined to gather evidence to support his theory. As this unique blend of romance and suspense unravels, you must piece together clues to solve the perplexing murder mystery before time runs out.