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Mare(まれ)

2015Japan
AsadoraChasing A DreamChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaFoodLifeMaster-Apprentice RelationshipMultiple CouplesPotteryRomanceShort Length SeriesVillage SettingYouth

Mare is a young student attending elementary school. Her family resides in the city, but they decide to escape to a fishing village in Noto after her father faces financial difficulties. They find shelter in a house owned by a couple who manage a salt pond. Mare's father attempts to start a new business, which unfortunately does not succeed. Meanwhile, her mother contributes to the family's income by working at the salt pond. Fast forward 8 years, Mare is on the verge of completing high school and opts to work for the Wajima local government. Her aspiration is to secure a stable job, unlike her father's experience. In her new role, she assists individuals who are relocating to Noto.

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Recommendation: Scarlet similar to Mare
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Scarlet(スカーレット)

2019Japan
AsadoraDramaLifePotteryRomanceShort Length SeriesFamilyHistorical

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Life, Pottery, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 38% similarity match.

Kawahara Kimiko, the oldest of three sisters, was born in Osaka in 1937. When she was nine years old, her family relocated to Shigaraki in Shiga Prefecture. Surrounded by the local Shigaraki pottery, Kimiko developed a passion for ceramics and aspired to become a ceramics artist. Despite the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry, she persevered and built a groundbreaking career in ceramic arts, from her early years to her marriage.

Recommendation: Hiyokko similar to Mare
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Hiyokko(ひよっこ)

2017Japan
AsadoraComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthFamilyFriendshipNice Female LeadShop Owner Supporting CharacterShowa Era

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Yatabe Mineko, a 17-year-old girl, was raised in a family of seven in a mountain village located in northeastern Ibaraki Prefecture. Her father, Minoru, left for Tokyo to seek employment and earn extra income, but failed to return for the New Year. Determined to find him, Mineko convinces her family to allow her to go to Tokyo and promises to send money back home. In the autumn of 1964, Mineko, along with her childhood friends Tokiko and Mitsuo, secures jobs at a small factory in a working-class neighborhood of Tokyo. Despite facing challenges and moments of disappointment in her search for her father, Mineko starts to build a life in Tokyo through various encounters with locals, friends, and colleagues. The question remains: will she succeed in reuniting with her father?

Recommendation: Be Yourself similar to Mare
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Be Yourself(人设外卖店)

2022China
ComedyDramaFoodRomanceShort Length Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Food, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 36% similarity match.

A mysterious organization suddenly appeared on the phone application of a regular girl named Chi Xiao Yu who struggles with social anxiety. This agency allows users to easily order a new identity, similar to ordering food for takeout. Chi Xiao Yu decided to use this service to help with her work responsibilities, but ended up unintentionally summoning a demanding CEO who becomes infatuated with her. As Chi Xiao Yu was on the verge of leaving her single life behind, the CEO's carefully crafted persona begins to unravel.

Recommendation: Banana Actually 2 similar to Mare
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Banana Actually 2(바나나 액츄얼리 2)

2016South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesBreak UpCohabitationFriendshipHeartbreakInfidelityWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 35% similarity match.

A brief unconventional romantic drama centered on love and relationships.

Recommendation: When You're In Love similar to Mare
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When You're In Love(当你恋爱时)

2020China
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

The series "In the Realm of Love" is captivating due to its compact size, capturing the essence of young urban individuals in various stages of love. Despite being only 5 minutes long, each episode presents a unique love story, showcasing the power of storytelling within a brief timeframe. The show explores themes such as fortune and regret in love, reconciliations after arguments, and the intensity of passion, offering a glimpse into authentic urban life and crafting a microcosm of love within the "love apartment" setting.

Recommendation: Romantic Boss similar to Mare
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Romantic Boss(로맨틱보스)

2016South Korea
Chasing A DreamComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesBusiness IndustryFamilyFriendshipInterior Design

Like Mare, this drama also features Chasing A Dream, Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative follows a varied ensemble of young professionals, comprising an event planner, a chef, a webtoon creator, a fashion designer, an interior decorator, and a classical vocalist, as they pursue their aspirations and seek romantic relationships.

Recommendation: Sakura (2002) similar to Mare
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Sakura (2002)(さくら)

2002Japan
AsadoraComedyDramaLifeShort Length SeriesYouthJunior High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Comedy, Drama, Life, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

Sakura follows the journey of Matsushita Sakura, a fourth-generation Japanese American woman from Hawaii, who relocates to a quaint town in Gifu, Japan to work as a language teacher for middle school students

Recommendation: Honmamon similar to Mare
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Honmamon(ほんまもん)

2001Japan
AsadoraDramaFoodLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesBusinessChef Female LeadFamilyRestaurantRestaurateur Supporting Character

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Food, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

Yamanaka Konoha, an 18-year-old girl from the rural Kumano area of Wakayama prefecture, comes from a family that relies on forestry for their livelihood. Konoha's mother, Senri, is a teacher of traditional farming methods and local history to tourists, while her father, Ichiro, dreams of opening a restaurant in Osaka. Konoha was raised in the forested hills by her grandfather, Sadamichi, who taught her ranger skills and meditation techniques. With a natural talent for tasting food, Konoha decides to pursue a career as a chef after her grandmother's passing. She joins her father in leaving Kumano for Osaka, where she plans to learn the art of cooking while Ichiro works towards opening his own restaurant.

Recommendation: Fall In Mulberry similar to Mare
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Fall In Mulberry(뽕당 빠지다)

2019South Korea
ComedyFoodRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Food, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

This narrative revolves around a fusion dining establishment and three individuals who discover both employment and romance within its walls.

Recommendation: Why Do Women Always Get Upset? similar to Mare
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Why Do Women Always Get Upset?(여자들은 왜 화를 내는걸까)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesFriendshipMiniseries

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

The narrative focuses on two girls along with their boyfriends. They must contend with witnessing their girlfriends' anger in various scenarios.

Recommendation: Man in the Shower similar to Mare
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Man in the Shower(샤워하는 남자)

2017South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 31% similarity match.

In this eccentric, surreal online series, a man and his fictitious companion explore his profound reflections during showers about existence, romance, and washing methods. (AsianCrush)

Recommendation: Sure, Sure similar to Mare
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Sure, Sure(그래, 그래)

2018South Korea
ComedyDramaRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

This Korean web drama weaves together four unexpected romance narratives that explore the journey of self-discovery and the search for true love—perhaps even your soulmate. (AsianCrush)

Recommendation: Unbeatable You similar to Mare
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Unbeatable You(逆流而上的你)

2019China
Chasing A DreamComedyDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceBetrayalBetrayed By A Significant OtherFamily RelationshipFriendshipHardworking Female LeadSaleswoman Female Lead

Like Mare, this drama also features Chasing A Dream, Comedy, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

When a saleswoman and her spouse face challenges at work threatening their dreams, they work hard to improve their financial situation. Liu Ai is a top performer in sales, while her husband Yang Guang works as a designer. Their goal is to earn enough money to start a family and buy a home. However, when Liu Ai's boss refuses to pay her rightful earnings at the end of the year, she quits in anger. Meanwhile, Yang Guang also experiences work-related issues. With support from friends, they decide to overcome these obstacles. Liu Ai takes a leap of faith by starting her own business, aiming to excel in sales.

Recommendation: Hanbun, Aoi similar to Mare
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Hanbun, Aoi(半分、青い。)

2018Japan
AsadoraChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesFamilyFriendshipHistoricalInventor Female LeadManga Artist Female LeadMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 30% similarity match.

Nireno Suzume was born in 1971 in Gifu Prefecture to parents who operated a small eatery in a rural town

Recommendation: Mai Agare! similar to Mare
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Mai Agare!(舞いあがれ!)

2022Japan
AsadoraChasing A DreamChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaLifeShort Length Series1990sCharacter DevelopmentGrandma-Granddaughter RelationshipNice Female LeadPilot Female LeadShy Female Lead

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Chasing A Dream, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 30% similarity match.

Iwakura Mai resides with her parents Kota and Megumi, as well as her older brother Haruto. Kota, her father, manages a small factory in Higashi Osaka, a region renowned for its skilled artisans. Despite being reserved and introverted, Mai becomes captivated by the Baramon kites soaring high in the sky when she visits her grandmother Shoko on Nagasaki's Goto Islands, known for their lush natural surroundings. Inspired by these kites, Mai develops a strong desire to become a pilot and soar high in the sky. Although she faces unexpected challenges along the way, Mai forges deeper connections with the residents of both Higashi Osaka and Goto, ultimately transforming her dream. She rallies her enthusiastic friends to construct a small electric plane capable of flying to and from the islands, turning her dream into a shared aspiration that takes flight.

Recommendation: Luv Pub: Pilot similar to Mare
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Luv Pub: Pilot(연애포차 파일럿)

2017South Korea
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthAlcoholismAnthologyLonely Female LeadMiniseriesWaitress Female LeadWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Episode 1: What occurs when you serve as a waitress in a “hunting pocha”? Episode 2: Should you end the relationship or simply move on if you see your boyfriend being flirtatious? This is why it can be intimidating when a girl claims she comprehends.

Recommendation: Dream Chaser League similar to Mare
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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
Chasing A DreamComedyDramaRomanceYouthFriendshipMultiple MainsWorkplace Setting

Like Mare, this drama also features Chasing A Dream, Comedy, Drama, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A contemporary play follows the journeys of six young individuals as they passionately pursue their dreams. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Hello Busking similar to Mare
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Hello Busking(헬로우버스킹)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthEntertainment IndustryIdol Male LeadMiniseries

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A narrative centered around a celebrity who faces challenges stemming from both the entertainment industry and his personal life.

Recommendation: Nara's Marvelous Days similar to Mare
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Nara's Marvelous Days(오늘도 평화로운 중고'나라')

2021South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesInfidelityMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

After being dumped by her boyfriend of many years, a woman starts to see herself as undesirable in the realm of love. However, her perspective changes when she meets a man who teaches her the worth of things that have been previously owned.

Recommendation: The Romantic Movement, Seoul similar to Mare
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The Romantic Movement, Seoul(더 로맨틷 무부먼트, 서울)

2010South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesNovel AdaptationMelodramaMiniseries

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

The series effectively narrates the journey of a girl named Hyo Rin, who is perpetually troubled by matters of the heart

Recommendation: There Will Be Fireworks similar to Mare
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There Will Be Fireworks(花火)

2015China
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceYouthCo-workers' RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Mare, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The plot centers around a group of recent college graduates, portraying a tale of youth, aspirations, and challenges. After finishing their studies, Ling Xiao, Tan Yue, Rao Shi Kai, Ning Xue, Ning Yu, and their peers faced the difficulties of starting their careers. As they met new romantic interests like Wei Wei, Chen Hao, and Ning Yu, they began to see love and work in a new light. Despite his father's objections, Ling Xiao was determined to pursue his dream through hard work. However, his affluent background posed a challenge in his relationship with Wei Wei. Ling Xiao helped Tan Yue secure a job at a 4S shop, where Tan Yue fell for Chen Hao. Chen Hao, in turn, wanted to create an opportunity for Tan Yue and Ling Xiao. When Ling Xiao's cousin Zhao Xiao Nan returned from studying abroad and took over the family business, he started to indulge himself. Despite his wealth and experience, he couldn't win the affections of Wei Wei. Witnessing the simple love between Wei Wei and Ling Xiao gave Zhao Zhen Nan a new perspective on love. Ultimately, these young individuals found success in their careers, love lives, and overall happiness.

Recommendation: What a Wonderful Life similar to Mare
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What a Wonderful Life(赛小花的远大前程)

2017China
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following her graduation from college, Sai Xiao Hua is resolute in her decision to remain in Beijing. Despite securing a job, she experiences a complicated relationship with her employer, Qiao Ma, leading to her dismissal. Subsequently, she opts to launch a small grocery store specializing in organic produce alongside her old classmate, You Liang. (Viki)

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Crazy Cuisine Battles(奇葩料理大作战)

2020China
ComedyDramaFoodRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Food, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yan Xiao Mi, a 26-year-old woman who has been single her whole life, embarks on a journey from her hometown of Weifang to Paris in search of the famous French cuisine celebrity, Shang Dongfang. Along the way, she comes across a quirky culinary school with a long history and eccentric teachers. Among the characters she meets are Oscar, the landlord who is a struggling director, Da Fan Shu, a skilled ramen chef with a pure heart, Su Xiaoyao, a rebellious individual linked to the triads, and, of course, Shang Dongfang. Despite being inexperienced in the culinary world, Yan Xiao Mi receives special attention from her teachers and classmates. However, a sinister plot threatens to ruin the school and everything it represents.

Recommendation: Fate Twisters similar to Mare
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Fate Twisters(黑夜彩虹)

2003Hong Kong
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

This is a tale about individuals with diverse aspirations, dreams, and strategies to accomplish their goals. Each person possesses unique perspectives on life, career, and relationships. Lok Tien Sung is the offspring of the affluent Ko Hung, while Seung Hei is a regular office worker who coincidentally moves into Tien Sung's residence. Lam Oi Mei and Hong Ching hold leadership positions in large companies. Tien Sung and Seung Hei later join the same firm and develop a close friendship. Amy faced the loss of both her parents at a young age, teaching her the value of money and leading her to resort to deceit and deception for financial gain. Despite Hong Ching's deep affection for her, Amy considers him insufficiently wealthy. Upon discovering Tien Sung's affluent background, Amy employs various tactics to win his love.

Recommendation: Life Begins at Forty (2003) similar to Mare
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Life Begins at Forty (2003)(花樣中年)

2003Hong Kong
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

What happens to men when they reach the age of forty? What goes through their minds? How does their lifestyle evolve? Their relationships, concerns, challenges, and hidden truths... This story follows three men in their forties as they navigate the complexities of life: struggles with romantic relationships, career aspirations, and various other aspects of their lives. Each man has a unique narrative that intertwines with the others, leading to an unexpected conclusion.

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Yakusha Damashii(役者魂!)

2006Japan
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Life is frequently compared to a theatrical production, with individuals as the leading actors in their own stories. It is important for everyone to have their own unique experiences to share. However, some individuals fail to recognize this and end up living in the shadows, much like our protagonist. Orphaned at a young age, she has simply accepted whatever life has thrown her way. This changes when she crosses paths with a veteran Shakespearean actor who is facing personal challenges in his role as a manager. A special bond forms between them, resembling that of a family. This heartwarming comedy is filled with struggles, humor, witty exchanges, and love.

Recommendation: Chimudondon similar to Mare
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Chimudondon(ちむどんどん)

2022Japan
AsadoraChasing A DreamComedyDramaFoodShort Length SeriesChef Female LeadCookingDeathFarmer Supporting CharacterFoodie Female LeadRestaurantSisters' Relationship

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Chasing A Dream, Comedy, Drama, Food, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Higa Nobuko grew up in a farmhouse in the "Yanbaru region" in northern Okinawa alongside her three siblings

Recommendation: Wo Xin Huan Ni Xin similar to Mare
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Wo Xin Huan Ni Xin(我心换你心)

2000China
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The storyline centers around a young mother, the spouse of a wealthy businessman, and a romantic couple as the primary plotlines. It not only highlights the conflicts between the female characters but also showcases the sophistication and charm of urban men who can find humor in challenging circumstances.

Recommendation: Forever Young (2014) similar to Mare
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Forever Young (2014)(오늘도 청춘)

2014South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

"Forever Young," a collaborative production between Korea and Vietnam, focuses on youth during a significant phase in their lives, emphasizing experiences free of regret. The young characters in the film, brimming with potential, are at the beginning of their journeys, filled with aspirations, ambitions, and dreams. Having navigated meaningful moments in Seoul, they have encountered various challenges, triumphs, and impactful experiences of friendship and love, ultimately shaping them into individuals who are courageous enough to dream and pursue their desires.

Recommendation: Forever Young 2 similar to Mare
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Forever Young 2(오늘도 청춘2)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

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Recommendation: 4 Reasons Why I Hate Christmas similar to Mare
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4 Reasons Why I Hate Christmas(크리스마스가 싫은 네 가지 이유)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthBreak UpChristmas SettingCo-workers' RelationshipCold Male LeadMiniseriesWeb SeriesWinter Setting

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Multiple Couples, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

A web series centered around four young individuals who loathe Christmas finds them crossing paths by coincidence and spending the month of December in each other's company. As the holiday approaches, they unexpectedly weave themselves into one another's lives.

Recommendation: A Hint of You similar to Mare
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A Hint of You(美味的想念)

2013Taiwan
ComedyDramaFoodRomance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Food, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The head chef Xia Qing You at the stir-fry restaurant has always been inspired by the delicious fried rice her father used to make. She decided to pursue her passion for cooking by learning from Fu Zai Yu, a renowned chef at "Hana's Top Teppanyaki". Xia Qing You is known for her resilience and determination, but her encounter with Fu Zai Yu ends up changing both of their lives in unexpected ways. Each dish they create together holds a special significance, with hidden secrets from two generations waiting to be uncovered.

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The Best Moment to Quit Your Job(회사를 관두는 최고의 순간)

2017South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesAdapted From A WebtoonFemale Centered PlotFriendshipHousemates' RelationshipSismanceWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Four recent graduates navigate the challenges of adulthood, romance, and deception in their initial careers. Fortunately, they have one another—and late-night bars—to help them manage everything that comes their way.

Recommendation: Village Love similar to Mare
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Village Love(乡村爱情)

2006China
ComedyDramaRomanceVillage Setting

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, and Village Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

A humorous film depicting the romantic relationships, marriages, and career pursuits of young people living in rural areas, this movie stands out as a unique portrayal of modern rural youth. Focused on the love story between university student Xie Yongqiang and rural girl Wang Xiaomeng, the film showcases a diverse range of characters that embody the spirit of the new era. Through the intertwining love lives and business ventures of multiple young couples, the movie presents a heartwarming and comedic look at the romantic experiences of rural youth today, filled with moments of joy, humor, hope, and resilience.

Recommendation: Shijo Saiaku no Date similar to Mare
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Shijo Saiaku no Date(史上最悪のデート)

2000Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesBest Friends RelationshipLove At First SightPart-time Worker Male LeadPoor Male LeadSecret CrushShy Male LeadTeacher Supporting Character

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

A series featuring talents from Johnny's Entertainment Inc

Recommendation: Cun Chao similar to Mare
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Cun Chao(大力村超人)

2024China
Chasing A DreamDramaShort Length SeriesVillage SettingYouthCompetitionReturn To HometownRural LifeWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Chasing A Dream, Drama, Short Length Series, Village Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Recommendation: Churasan similar to Mare
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Churasan( ちゅらさん )

2001Japan
AsadoraDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesDoctor Male LeadFamilyMedicalNurse Female Lead

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

The NHK Asadora Renzoku Drama titled Churasan tells the story of Kohagura Eri, a young woman born on Kohamajima Island in Okinawa on May 15, 1972, the day Okinawa was returned to Japan from the U.S. When Kamimura Shizuko and her two sons, Kazuya and Fumiya, visit Eri's family's small inn, they are warmly welcomed by her fun-loving yet quirky family. Eri is surprised to learn that Kazuya is terminally ill, prompting Shizuko and her sons to spend their final days together in the beautiful Okinawan nature. After Kazuya's passing, Fumiya and Eri make a promise to marry in the future. Eventually, Fumiya and his mother leave the island to return to Tokyo. Years later, Eri works as a nurse and Fumiya as a doctor at the same hospital in Tokyo, where they are reunited.

Recommendation: Manten similar to Mare
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Manten(まんてん)

2002Japan
AsadoraDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesBusinessFamilyOuter SpaceSpace Travel

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

The 67th NHK Asadora Drama follows the story of Manten, a young woman who grew up on a small island in southern Japan surrounded by nature. Inspired by her father, who disappeared at sea when she was eight years old, Manten holds onto his dream of space exploration. At eighteen, Manten faces pressure from her mother to decide on a career path or start paying rent, while also dealing with a declaration of love from a childhood friend. Despite these challenges, Manten remains determined to pursue her dream of joining Japan's National Space Development Agency, NASDA. However, she realizes that achieving this goal will require hard work and dedication, including obtaining a college education and gaining three years of experience in the field. As Manten navigates the complexities of life and love, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of space travel, making unlikely friendships along the way.

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Teppan(てっぱん)

2010Japan
AsadoraDramaFoodLifeShort Length SeriesBusinessFamilyRestaurantRestaurateur Female Lead

Like Mare, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Food, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

Akari's biological mother hails from Osaka. In order to delve deeper into her roots, she relocates to Osaka to reside with her grandmother. It is revealed that Akari's grandmother shut down the okonomiyaki eatery following the departure of Akari's adolescent mother. Subsequently, Akari takes it upon herself to revive the okonomiyaki restaurant and launch the business independently.

Recommendation: I Love You similar to Mare
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I Love You(사랑해)

2008South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceAdapted From A ManhwaAge GapAge GapMarriage Of ConvenienceOne-night Stand

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Suk Chul Soo and Na Young Hee are a recently married couple with a 14-year age difference. This drama explores the narrative of a couple who welcome a child following a brief encounter. It reflects the contemporary perspective on love and marriage, along with the obligations that come with parenting. Park Byung Ho, initially reckless, abandons his child in pursuit of a more prosperous life, only to later experience regret and discover the meaning of love.

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My School Hunk Boyfriend Next Door(我家隔壁的校草男友)

2022China
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyLifeRomanceYouthCampus SettingSchool SettingSmart Female LeadWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Fu Sheng Nan excelled as a top student in academics, sports, and hobbies, always coming out on top. Despite her success, her childhood friend Li Xiu Hao seemed to be more favored by others due to his charming demeanor. However, Fu Sheng Nan was aware of Li Xiu Hao's true nature behind his facade. Their dynamic changed when Fu Sheng Nan's senior, Liu You Wen, entered the picture. This new presence made Li Xiu Hao realize his feelings for Fu Sheng Nan and the potential consequences of his actions on their relationship.

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Be With You(好想談戀愛)

2015Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceFamilyFriendshipLove TriangleUnrequited Love

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Is a young woman able to find the bravery to approach a former high school crush? Xia Man Li was always well-liked in school and considered the most beautiful girl in her high school, yet she has never had luck in love. At a high school reunion, she reunites with Zhao Li Qi, a kind guy she once had feelings for. Man Li's younger sister, Xia ManAn, also harbors a childhood crush on Zhen Ying Jie, but despite her attempts to get close to him, he always appears to be involved with someone else. Ten years later, will the sisters be able to summon the courage to follow their hearts?

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Moment at Eighteen(열여덟의 순간)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceYouthComing Of AgeFirst LoveHardworking Male LeadHigh SchoolLove TriangleNice Male LeadSchool RivalryShy Male Lead

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Transfer student Jun Woo enters the school burdened by a troubled past, having faced expulsion due to his involvement in bullying

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Falling in Love(谈恋爱前先吃饭)

2021China
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyFoodRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthContract RelationshipFake RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstSecret CrushStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Food, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Chi Xiao Nian is skilled in the culinary arts. Despite spending most of her time in the kitchen, her boyfriend viewed her as uninteresting and average. On their anniversary, Chi Xiao Nian prepared a special lunchbox for him. However, her heart breaks when she discovers him being affectionate with another girl at the gym. Meanwhile, Chi Xiao Nian's old friend Yan Yu, known for his sharp tongue and kind heart, offers to help her by pretending to be her boyfriend to teach her ex a lesson. With Yan Yu's support, Chi Xiao Nian regains her confidence and continues to create delicious dishes.

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When You Love Yourself(통통한연애)

2018South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaLifeRomanceShort Length SeriesBeauty StandardsEmotionally Strong Female LeadIndependent Female LeadSchool SettingSchool ViolenceStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Life, Romance, and Short Length Series themes with a 27% similarity match.

Is it possible for me to find happiness by conforming to someone else's expectations? How can I embrace and appreciate myself just as I am?

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Kabe Sa Doujin Sakka no Neko Yashiki-kun wa Shouninyokkyuu wo Kojiraseteiru(壁サー同人作家の猫屋敷くんは承認欲求をこじらせている)

2022Japan
Chasing A DreamChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaRomanceYouthAdapted From A MangaAloof Male LeadGay LeadGay RomanceIdol Male LeadLGBTQ+Manga Artist Male LeadOpposites Attract

Like Mare, this drama also features Chasing A Dream, Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Mamoru Nekoyashiki, a doujinshi artist, finds his validation in selling his original BL manga at the popular Kabesa section and gaining recognition from readers at events. However, his world is turned upside down when he unexpectedly reunites with Kazama Issei, a childhood friend who has become a famous idol. Despite their different paths, the story of these two young men growing up together is captivating. (Crunchyroll)

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Fight Song(ファイトソング)

2022Japan
Chasing A DreamChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaLifeRomanceAthlete Female LeadAwkward Male LeadFriendshipKarateLove TriangleMusician Male LeadOrphan Female LeadSongwriter Male Lead

Like Mare, this drama also features Chasing A Dream, Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kisara Hanae, a former karate practitioner forced to retire due to an unexpected injury, finds herself at a difficult crossroads in her life. Through a chance encounter, she crosses paths with Ashida Haruki, the talented songwriter behind a familiar tune she used to listen to before her matches. However, Haruki's career has taken a downturn, leaving him a once-prominent figure in the music industry now struggling as a one-hit wonder with a myriad of personal issues. As Hanae's childhood friend Natsukawa Shingo becomes entangled in the mix, a complex love triangle emerges. Hanae harbors a deep "secret" that she carries with her, leading her to believe that this newfound connection with Haruki may be her final shot at love.

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The Flatterer (2015)(아부쟁이 얍!)

2015South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthAdapted From A WebtoonSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Mare, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative follows Park Gun, who enrolls in a high school populated by troublemakers and students who have previously left the educational system. (TMDb)

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Alchemist(연금술사)

2015South Korea
ComedyDramaMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesYouthAge GapLove At First SightSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityWeb Series

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Multiple Couples, Romance, Short Length Series, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The storyline will focus on the romantic experiences of a vibrant female college student in her twenties, who experiences love at first sight for an older student, prompting her to become involved in a clandestine organization.

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Age of Youth(청춘시대)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceYouthCheerful Female LeadComing Of AgeFemale Centered PlotFriendshipHardworking Female LeadMultiple MainsShy Female LeadSismance

Like Mare, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Five young women in their twenties move into a home named "Belle Epoque," which translates to "a beautiful era" in French. Each woman brings her own unique personality, background, and challenges. Alongside the five, they sense a sixth entity—a ghost residing in the house, perceived differently by each of them. As the girls develop a bond of understanding and grow closer, they navigate their individual struggles while experiencing the ups and downs of their vibrant twenties. The drama explores their challenges and experiences related to relationships—both within their friend groups and in dating, as well as their interactions with one another—and encompasses a variety of life events, such as college credits, part-time jobs, drinking, aspirations, and dreams. (JTBC)