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Made in Korea(메이드 인 코리아)

2025South Korea
ActionAge GapAntihero Male LeadBrothers' RelationshipIntelligence Officer Male LeadInvestigator Female LeadLobbyist Female LeadMysteryPicaresquePoliticalPolitician Male LeadProsecutor Male LeadSecretary Female LeadThriller

Taking place in the 1970s, Baek Gi Tae is a driven individual who desires riches and influence. Jang Gun Yeong, a prosecutor with an instinctive ferocity and relentless determination, dedicates himself entirely to thwarting Baek Gi Tae in the wake of a significant incident. Their circle includes lobbyist Choi Yu Ji, investigator O Ye Jin, Bae Geum Ji, and chief secretary Cheon Seok Jeong.

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Recommendation: Local Hero similar to Made in Korea
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Local Hero(동네의 영웅)

2016South Korea
ActionMysteryPoliticalThrillerComedyInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Political, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Baek Shi-Yoon is a former secret agent and a highly skilled operative. Concealing his history, he purchases the bar named "Neighborhood" and operates it as the proprietor. He forms bonds with the local patrons at his bar and empathizes with their struggles. Shi-Yoon subsequently encounters a young man who is a temporary worker aspiring to join the police force. Shi-Yoon mentors him as a covert agent, and together they combat wrongdoing.

Recommendation: Undercover 2 similar to Made in Korea
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Undercover 2(卧底2)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

This follow-up installment details the disruption of the golden triangle pattern, the dramatic reversal orchestrated by powerful drug lords, and the intense struggle of undercover agents Jian Dong Ha and Lu Zhi as they face the threat of their true identities being revealed

Recommendation: Code: M Code Name Mirage similar to Made in Korea
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Code: M Code Name Mirage(CODE:M コードネームミラージュ)

2017Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 19% similarity match.

Japan lacks an official intelligence agency, making it a target for criminal organizations both foreign and domestic. To address this issue, a secretive unit known as K13 was formed within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Operating under the leadership of a skilled agent named Mirage, K13 is tasked with tackling violent crimes and handling sensitive cases that cannot be resolved through conventional means. As discussions arise about establishing a FBI-like agency in Japan to enhance law enforcement capabilities, K13 becomes entangled in a complex conspiracy that threatens to expose its clandestine operations.

Recommendation: Furitsumore Kodokuna Shi yo similar to Made in Korea
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Furitsumore Kodokuna Shi yo(降り積もれ孤独な死よ)

2024Japan
Age GapBrothers' RelationshipMysteryThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterDisappearanceInvoluntarily Missing PersonMiniseriesViolenceViolence Against Children

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Age Gap, Brothers' Relationship, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Thirteen children's skeletal remains were discovered in the case known as the "Haikawa Residence Incident

Recommendation: Memory Lost Season 3 similar to Made in Korea
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Memory Lost Season 3(美人为馅3)

2016China
ActionAge GapMysteryThrillerNovel AdaptationAmnesiaDetective FictionDetective Male LeadFriendshipInvestigationRomanceSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Age Gap, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

The second season concludes with the alphabet syndicate members unveiling themselves individually. However, there remains a mysterious figure whose whereabouts and identity are still unknown. Despite numerous deaths linked to the other members, there is no evidence of his involvement in any crimes. Han Chen and Su Mian are both aware of his presence, hinting at his elusive nature.

Recommendation: The Lost Temple similar to Made in Korea
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The Lost Temple(失踪的上清寺)

2010China
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspenseTreasure Hunting

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 3 similar to Made in Korea
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Infernal Affairs Season 3(無間道3)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: No Way for Stumer similar to Made in Korea
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No Way for Stumer(伪钞者之末路)

2019China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Diverging from the typical law enforcement storyline, a Chinese television series showcases a group of investigators who are willing to make significant sacrifices in order to combat the circulation of fake currency. When a new type of undetectable counterfeit bills emerges, police captain Qi Tian takes charge of the investigation with the help of his colleagues Xiang Bei and Wei Xian Yu. Caught in the midst of the operation is Xiang Bei's brother-in-law Tang Song, who succumbs to the allure of quick riches and becomes involved in the production of fake money. As it becomes evident that there are multiple sources of counterfeit currency, a specialized task force is assembled to apprehend all those responsible.

Recommendation: Brave Wuju similar to Made in Korea
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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
ActionMysteryThrillerDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

To uncover the truth behind his former colleague's death, border police officer Wu Ju embarks on a dangerous mission as an undercover agent in a high-stakes anti-drug operation. Wu Ju teams up with Qi Tian, the son of a notorious drug lord, to seek vengeance for his fallen comrade. Together, they evade a relentless pursuer and discover that a mysterious figure known as "Doctor" is the true mastermind behind the criminal network. As Wu Ju infiltrates "Doctor's" inner circle, he must outwit both ruthless drug traffickers and unsuspecting police detective An Ning. Through bravery and cunning, Wu Ju confronts formidable adversaries and faces personal challenges until he can ultimately dismantle the drug cartel.

Recommendation: In the Storm similar to Made in Korea
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In the Storm(黑金風暴)

2022Hong Kong
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSuspenseWeb Series

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

In Hong Kong, Senior Inspector Wai Jing Sheng and ICAC Senior Investigation Director Ho Wai Lin join forces to uncover corruption among prominent members of society. Despite not being close allies, they must work together using their intellect to uncover the truth before time runs out. As the situation escalates, Jing Sheng finds himself falsely accused of a crime and must evade killers who are pursuing him.

Recommendation: Anonymous Signal similar to Made in Korea
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Anonymous Signal(奪命提示)

2025Hong Kong
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationSci-FiSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Kwok Pak Fei, Keung Hei Man, and Lau Lik, who were once close friends, come together again many years following a failed mission that resulted in a heartbreaking loss and their separation. Their reunion is prompted by a brutal murder case linked to an illegal trafficking network, compelling them to collaborate once more. During their investigation, enigmatic messages surface containing clues about the crimes, suggesting knowledge of events yet to come. The trio decides to establish a specialized task force, ASIB, in order to decrypt these messages and unravel the perplexing case.

Recommendation: 3 Days similar to Made in Korea
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3 Days(쓰리데이즈)

2014South Korea
ActionPoliticalThrillerBodyguard Male LeadDramaSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Political, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

The South Korean President takes a vacation at a secluded villa. In the dead of night, three shots ring out, and the president disappears. His security team, headed by top agent Han Tae Kyung, has a limited timeframe of three days to locate the president and ensure his safe return to the Blue House.

Recommendation: Nomen Kenji similar to Made in Korea
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Nomen Kenji(能面検事)

2025Japan
MysteryProsecutor Male LeadThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Mystery, Prosecutor Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

This legal thriller features Fuwa Shuntaro, the top prosecutor at the Osaka District Public Prosecutors' Office, as he seeks the truth of a case, disregarding the influence of higher authorities in the prosecution and police. Known as the "Noh Mask Prosecutor," Fuwa approaches his work with a calm and composed demeanor. Each episode tackles a societal issue linked to the darker aspects of Japanese culture, revealing the tendency of the police to conceal information and highlighting the bureaucratic characteristics of the prosecution.

Recommendation: The Embers similar to Made in Korea
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The Embers(余烬之上)

2025China
ActionBrothers' RelationshipMysteryThrillerAdopted Male LeadAmateur Detective Male LeadChief Of Police Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Smart Male LeadTeamworkTraumaYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Brothers' Relationship, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The destiny of the Liao brothers took a drastic turn after experiencing a devastating tragedy during their youth. Now faced with the choice between seeking redemption or succumbing to a path of vengeance, the once close siblings find themselves estranged and on opposing sides, despite having once worked together to solve numerous mysteries. (WeTV)

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Warau Matryoshka(笑うマトリョーシカ)

2024Japan
MysteryPoliticalPolitician Male LeadThrillerAttempted MurderDeath Of A FatherFlashback To PastHidden PastInchoate CrimePolitician Supporting CharacterReporter Female LeadReporter Supporting CharacterSecretary Male Lead

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Mystery, Political, Politician Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Seike Ichiro, a well-liked politician aged 43, has become known for his charming smile and progressive views. Many believe he may be a potential candidate for prime minister in the future. Assisting him in his political career is his secretary, Suzuki Toshiya, who is dedicated to helping him reach the top. Despite appearing to be a perfect match, journalist Michiura Kanae senses something amiss in their relationship. As she delves into their past, she uncovers a series of mysterious deaths that have occurred around Seike Ichiro as he climbed the ranks in politics. She also discovers a connection between her late father, a reporter, and the politician's past.

Recommendation: Adamas similar to Made in Korea
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Adamas(아다마스)

2022South Korea
Brothers' RelationshipMysteryProsecutor Male LeadThrillerDeathDeath Of A StepfatherDramaIdentical Twin Male LeadMurderReporter Female LeadRevengeSecretWriter Male Lead

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Brothers' Relationship, Mystery, Prosecutor Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Two identical twin brothers join forces to reveal the reality behind a homicide that took place two decades ago. Best-selling author U Sin and prosecutor Su Hyeon team up to fight against injustice as they work to prove their stepfather's innocence and save him from the death penalty. Despite their similar looks, the twins use their distinct problem-solving methods and differing viewpoints to navigate through their inquiry. Their pursuit of the truth leads them to uncover numerous hidden secrets guarded by a powerful force.

Recommendation: Han River Police similar to Made in Korea
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Han River Police(한강)

2023South Korea
ActionAge GapAge GapMysteryThrillerComedyEasy-going Male LeadMaritime Police Officer Female LeadMaritime Police Officer Male LeadMaritime Police Officer Supporting CharacterPolice Captain Male LeadPolice Officer Male LeadRescue MissionSergeant Supporting Character

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Age Gap, Age Gap, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The two officers find themselves partnered together for patrol duty along the Han River in Seoul. They encounter various emergency situations, including terrorism, accidents, and incidents needing immediate assistance. This setup promises to deliver the action, humor, and unconventional crime-solving typical of the buddy cop genre. (laughingplace.com)

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Okura: Meikyu Iri Jiken Sosa(オクラ〜迷宮入り事件捜査〜)

2024Japan
Age GapAntihero Male LeadMysteryThrillerCity SettingCold CaseDeath Of A Co-workerDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterDramaFormer Detective Supporting CharacterMorally Ambiguous Male LeadPartners' Relationship

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Age Gap, Antihero Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, there exists a division known as Okura. Detectives within Okura specialize in revisiting old, unresolved cases that have been put on hold. Regrettably, Okura is subject to ridicule from their colleagues, who refer to it as a dumping ground or a place where detectives' careers go to die. The detectives within Okura are often seen as inept and isolated from the rest of the department. Among them are Detective Hidaka Senju and Detective Fuwa Toshiki, both possessing strong personalities. Senju carries the burden of losing a fellow officer in a series of unsolved murders targeting police a decade ago, driving him to persist in solving the case. On the other hand, Toshiki is known for his sharp intellect and argumentative nature, with an impressive ability to recall all unresolved cases from memory. He is deeply committed to delivering justice and holds a personal motive for his assignment to Okura. When a few new clues surface in an old case, the detectives embark on an investigation that reignites the stalled progress of the people involved.

Recommendation: Tokubou - Keisatsuchou Tokushu Bouhan Ka similar to Made in Korea
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Tokubou - Keisatsuchou Tokushu Bouhan Ka(トクボウ 警察庁特殊防犯課)

2014Japan
ActionAge GapAge GapAntihero Male LeadMysteryClandestine OperationComedyDramaPolice CorruptionPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadSuperior-Subordinate RelationshipUnlikely Friendship

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Age Gap, Age Gap, Antihero Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 17% similarity match.

This world is filled with pests. Misdeeds committed by regular individuals are widespread. Deceptive food labeling, high school girls engaging in compensated dating, businesses taking advantage of their workers, and illegal drug activities are prevalent. Despite feeling disheartened by the high number of cases, there is a man who continues to fight against these wrongdoings. Asakura Sohei, a member of the Special Crime Prevention Division at the Community Safety Bureau within the National Police Agency, is dedicated to this cause. Operating under the alias Tokubou, the Special Crime Prevention Division consists of only two members, causing even the police force to be unaware of its activities. Though it may appear to be a simple role on the surface, Asakura Sohei's true enemy is the evil that goes unpunished. Behind the scenes, Tokubou's mission is to eradicate the pests that plague society, a task that many wish to accomplish but are unable to address effectively.

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs (2016) similar to Made in Korea
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Infernal Affairs (2016)(无间道)

2016China
ActionAntihero Male LeadMysteryThrillerBarista Supporting CharacterCafé Owner Supporting CharacterCrimeDrug Dealer Supporting CharacterGangster Supporting CharacterInvestigationPsychiatrist Female LeadSuspenseUndercover Agent Male Lead

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Antihero Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Jiang Zi Dan, a police officer from China, is assigned to work covertly in Hong Kong by infiltrating a triad organization. At the same time, the triad also plants Wei Jun Xuan as a spy within the police department to accomplish the task that his predecessor could not complete.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 13 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 13(相棒 season13)

2014Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Good Fellas similar to Made in Korea
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The Good Fellas(好家伙)

2016China
ActionPoliticalThrillerDramaHistoricalSuspenseWar

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Political, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

During World War II, a band of anonymous soldiers courageously fought against the Japanese invaders as part of the Eighth Route Army.

Recommendation: Infernal Affairs Season 2 similar to Made in Korea
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Infernal Affairs Season 2(无间道2)

2017China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Boundary (2019) similar to Made in Korea
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The Boundary (2019)(边境线之冷焰)

2019China
ActionMysteryThrillerCrimeInvestigationSuspenseUndercover Operation

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The security and tranquility of the nation are safeguarded by unseen protectors. Behind the scenes, dedicated public servants risk their lives to combat crime and maintain peace along the Sino-Russian border. In a swift operation, Chinese border police successfully neutralized a group involved in illegal arms trafficking within seven minutes. Despite the capture of the group's leader, Xu Zhi Hai, police chief Li Jian remains concerned about the prevalence of gun-related crimes along the border. Following Li Jian's instructions, undercover investigator Zhang Meng infiltrates the prison to gather information from Xu Zhi Hai, who eventually develops a level of trust with Zhang Meng. However, no valuable information regarding gun smuggling is obtained. After a daring escape by Xu Zhi Hai, Zhang Meng pursues him relentlessly. Xu Zhi Hai meets his demise at the hands of law enforcement, but not before revealing a crucial detail to Zhang Meng: to seek out his older brother, Xu Zhi Qiang, in Russia.

Recommendation: Undercover similar to Made in Korea
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Undercover(언더커버)

2021South Korea
ActionMysteryPoliticalThrillerBadass Female LeadBrother-Sister RelationshipCorruptionCrimeDouble IdentityFamily RelationshipHidden IdentityLawSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Political, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Han Jung Hyun, an operative working for the Agency for National Security Planning, leads a double life

Recommendation: Aibo Season 5 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 5(相棒 season5)

2006Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, is often underestimated in terms of its significance. This team, comparable to The Odd Couple in Japan, tackles perplexing cases using unconventional and innovative methods.

Recommendation: Aibo similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo(相棒)

2002Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Tokumei Gakari, also known as the Special Mission Task Team, holds a less significant status within the Metropolitan Police Department. Referred to as the "specialists in handling oversized garbage," this team is overseen by Ukyo Sugishita. Ukyo has gained the nickname "the guardian of human resources" due to the belief that those who work under him tend to depart from the team. However, there is a darker reason behind this moniker. Upon Ukyo's arrival at the department with a secret mission, all of his subordinates met mysterious deaths. Despite efforts to conceal the truth, Ukyo teams up with his partner Kaoru Kameyama, a passionate and straightforward individual, to uncover the real stories behind the cases they face.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 6 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 6(相棒 season6)

2007Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita, holds a humble position within the Metropolitan Police Department. Working alongside his partner, they tackle perplexing cases in unconventional and surprising ways, resembling Japan's unique take on The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 2 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 2(相棒 season2)

2003Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, holds a less prominent position than one might assume. Working alongside partner Kaoru Kameyama, the team tackles perplexing cases in unconventional and daring ways, resembling Japan's own version of The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 3 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 3(相棒 season3)

2004Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita and his partner Kaoru Kameyama, operates within the Metropolitan Police Department's lower ranks. Despite its seemingly unimpressive status, the team tackles unconventional cases with a unique and creative approach, reminiscent of The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 4 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 4(相棒 season4)

2005Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita within the Metropolitan Police Department, may not hold a high rank but is known for its unique approach to solving puzzling cases alongside partner Kaoru Kameyama. Often compared to The Odd Couple, this team tackles unconventional cases in Japan.

Recommendation: Kurosagi similar to Made in Korea
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Kurosagi(クロサギ)

2006Japan
ActionAntihero Male LeadMysteryThrillerAdapted From A MangaCrimeDetective Supporting CharacterDifficult ChildhoodInvestigationMean Male LeadRevengeSlight RomanceSuspenseSwindler Male Lead

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Antihero Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Kurosaki, also known as Kurosagi, is a criminal who specifically targets other criminals. He scams money from them and then redistributes it to their victims, never keeping any for himself. After his father was framed by a criminal and attempted a family suicide, Kurosagi saved his father but tragically lost the rest of his family. The mastermind behind his father's downfall was Toshio Katsuragi, the leader of all criminals. Despite this, Kurosagi still obtains information from Toshio in order to apprehend other criminals. Can our society ever be rid of criminals? (TBS) Based on the manga "Kurosagi" written by Natsuhara Takeshi and illustrated by Kuromaru.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 7 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 7(相棒 season7)

2008Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, led by Ukyo Sugishita and his partner Kaoru Kameyama, is situated in the lower ranks of the Metropolitan Police Department. Despite its seemingly insignificant status, this team tackles perplexing cases in unique and unconventional ways, resembling Japan's own version of The Odd Couple.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 8 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 8(相棒 season8)

2009Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Inspector Sugishita Ukyo, the leader of the Special Missions Division, comes back from a trip to London and is given a ride home by Assistant Inspector Kanbe Takeru in his sports car, even though Ukyo didn't request it. During their journey, Ukyo spots officers from the Metropolitan Police Department carrying out an operation in Chiba Prefecture, which is outside their usual jurisdiction, sparking his curiosity. The officers were on motorcycles, but when Ukyo tries to track them down, they suddenly disappear. Perplexed, Ukyo decides to launch a thorough investigation. Onoda Koken, the Head of the National Police Agency's Secretariat, approaches Ukyo with news that worries him - Honda Atsuto, a prominent figure in the radical group "Red Canary," has returned to Japan in secret.

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Bloody Monday Season 2(ブラッディ・マンデイ シー)

2010Japan
ActionAntihero Male LeadMysteryThrillerClassmates' RelationshipCrimeEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigator Supporting CharacterPrime Minister Supporting CharacterSpy Supporting CharacterStaged DeathTerrorist OrganizationTerrorist Supporting CharacterVillain Supporting Character

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Antihero Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

It has been two years since the most horrific biological terror attack in the world occurred. Japan is facing a fresh threat as a sinister plan unfolds to obliterate Tokyo using a nuclear weapon. A plane is seized by hijackers, one of whom is the leader behind the previous biological attack. With the nuclear countdown underway, the responsibility falls on Takagi Fujimaru, also known as "Falcon", to protect Japan from this new and formidable foe. The moment has arrived to uncover the truth! (TBS)

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Kenji Onijima Heihachiro(検事・鬼島平八郎)

2010Japan
MysteryPoliticalProsecutor Male LeadAdapted From A MangaInvestigationLawMiniseries

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Mystery, Political, and Prosecutor Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

At 44 years old, Heihachiro Onijima embarked on a career as a prosecutor while taking on the sole responsibility of caring for his two nephews, who were orphaned following his sister's tragic death

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Gaikoukan Kuroda Kosaku(外交官・黒田康作)

2011Japan
ActionMysteryPoliticalThrillerBomb ThreatDiplomat Male LeadDiplomat Supporting CharacterInterrogator Supporting CharacterInvestigationManipulative Co-WorkerPharmaceutical IndustryPharmaceutical ScandalStudent Supporting CharacterSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Political, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The follow-up to the film Amalfi reintroduces Kuroda Kousaku, a diplomat employed at the Japanese counterterrorism bureau. Joining him is Ogaki Rikako, a detective with a penchant for hot springs, albeit somewhat unpredictable. The plot unfolds across San Francisco, Mexico, and Japan, delving into Kuroda's backstory.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 10 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 10(相棒 season10)

2011Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Mission Task Team, despite its name, holds a low position within the Metropolitan Police Department, often referred to as the "clean-up crew". Ukyo Sugishita leads this team and is known as "the undertaker of staff" due to rumors of high turnover under his leadership. Another reason for this nickname is the mysterious deaths of Ukyo's subordinates when he first joined the team on a secret mission. The police have kept this incident sealed from further scrutiny.

Recommendation: Aibo Season 12 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 12(相棒 season12)

2013Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

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Messiah: Eisei no Shou(メサイア -影青ノ章-)

2015Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerFantasyInvestigationMiniseriesSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% 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: Aibo Season 15 similar to Made in Korea
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Aibo Season 15(相棒 season15)

2016Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

After completing his training at the police academy, Wataru returns to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. However, he is placed in the public relations division instead of the investigation department. At the same time, Hatsue Kurusu confesses to murdering Futoshi Miyata and is assigned to the #1 investigation division. Futoshi's body was discovered three days prior at an irrigation channel, with the police initially ruling his death as accidental drowning. Hatsue Kurusu requests to be held accountable for his crime. Intrigued by Hatsue's confession, Ukyo initiates a personal investigation into the matter.

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Crisis: Kouan Kidou Sousatai Tokusou-han(CRISIS 公安機動捜査隊特捜班)

2017Japan
ActionMysteryPoliticalThrillerCrimeDramaHacker Supporting CharacterIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMiniseriesPolice Department SettingPolice ProceduralSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Political, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

The Special Investigation Unit is a covert group of experts in different fields who report directly to the head of the Security Bureau of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Each member has a troubled past they are trying to move on from. Inami Akira suffered severe trauma during a special mission and was discharged from the Self-Defense Forces. Tamura Saburo, a veteran of special missions, was transferred to the mobile unit from the Public Security Department following an incident. Handpicked by their leader Yoshinaga, they are joined by former hacker Oyama and explosives specialist Kashii to create a special team tasked with handling politically sensitive threats to the State that the government wants to keep under wraps. As they tackle these difficult cases, they are forced to confront ethical dilemmas that have the potential to greatly impact the country depending on their success or failure.

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Aibo Season 16(相棒 season16)

2017Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Ukyo Sugishita, a member of the Special Missions Unit at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, works alongside his partner Wataru Kaburagi to crack difficult cases. (jhollywoodnet)

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Aibo Season 18(相棒 season18)

2019Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Renowned Metropolitan Police Department special mission officer Ukyo Sugishita teams up with his partner to unravel a mysterious case. In the initial episode, Watanabe Castle ventures to the farthest northern island in search of the elusive Ukyo. (Nikkan Sports News)

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Digital Tattoo(デジタル・タトゥー)

2019Japan
ActionProsecutor Male LeadThrillerCrimeMiniseriesSuspenseTattoo

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Prosecutor Male Lead, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

One day, a well-known YouTuber named Taiga seeks help from former prosecutor Iwai after being assaulted at a subway station following a threat on his life. Iwai, tasked with uncovering the perpetrator of the threat, uncovers that Taiga is the son of a political figure he had previously investigated for corruption. Who is after Taiga? Is it accurate that once your details are shared online, you are marked with a digital imprint that cannot be erased? Iwai, a traditional individual, aims to alter this for his clients.

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Aibo Season 19(相棒 season19)

2020Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Inspector Sugishita Ukyo, a member of the Special Missions Unit at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, is known for his exceptional deductive skills and ability to solve challenging cases alongside his partner Kaburagi Wataru, a former government official from the Ministry of Justice.

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Aibo Season 20(相棒 season20)

2021Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

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Invisible(インビジブル)

2022Japan
ActionAntihero Male LeadMysteryThrillerAntiheroine Female LeadCold CaseDeath Of A PartnerDetective FictionDetective Supporting CharacterGay Supporting CharacterHacker Female LeadHacker Supporting CharacterPolice Department SettingPsychological

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Antihero Male Lead, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Detective Shimura Takafumi holds a strong belief that wrongdoers should face consequences for their actions, leading him to go to great lengths to apprehend criminals. As a result of his extreme methods, he has been reassigned to a special investigative unit focused on cold cases. Assigned to work alongside him is Kiriko, also known as Invisible in the criminal underworld. Kiriko is a key figure who facilitates transactions for organized crime groups, operating discreetly and evading detection by most, including many within the police force. Unexpectedly, Kiriko offers her assistance to law enforcement in capturing criminals, offering valuable information on unsolved cases and dangerous offenders. The only condition she sets is that she partners with Shimura Takafumi.

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Aibo Season 21(相棒 season21)

2022Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

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Aibo Season 22(相棒 season22)

2023Japan
ActionMysteryThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadSuspense

Like Made in Korea, this drama also features Action, Mystery, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.