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Meloholic(멜로홀릭)

2017South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDissociative Identity DisorderIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalPsychologyRomanceSchool SettingSupernaturalTelepathyUniversity

Yoo Eun Ho possesses a unique power that enables him to read others' thoughts by placing his hand on them

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Recommendation: MPD Psycho similar to Meloholic
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MPD Psycho(Tajuu jinkaku tantei saiko - Amamiya Kazuhiko no kikan )

2000Japan
Dissociative Identity DisorderIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalAdapted From A Manga

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Dissociative Identity Disorder, Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Miniseries, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 47% similarity match.

MPD-Psycho Story 1 Detective Kobayashi eliminated the personality of Kazuhiko Amamiya by killing Nishizono. The return of Isono and Flower Murder Case disrupts Kobayashi's normal life. Why did Nishizono's personality reemerge once more? MPD Psycho Story 2 Amamiya goes after Nishizono, who is believed to have abducted his wife, Chizuko. Concurrently, a series of murders involving cutting unborn infants from the womb occurs. Amamiya's partner was killed in a similar manner. He suspects Tomoyo Tanabe of being the serial killer. MPD Psycho Story 3 Amidst gun violence among high school students, Amamiya notices a rapid increase in children with bar codes. He infiltrates an experimental school as a substitute teacher and encounters a lady counselor, Akira Moriizumi, who brainwashes the students involved in the P-net Plan. MPD Psycho Story 4 Hisashi Shimazu, who poses as a banker in the Bingo game using numbered body parts from mutilation murders, is driven to psychopathy by the red bar code that reveals his hidden desires. In an attempt to transform himself into something unique and escape the enclosed city, he faces his true self. MPD Psycho Story 5 Bar code owners, who serve as a gateway for the metastasized personality of Nishizono, spontaneously combust due to Dissociative Identity Disorder. When the hospital where his wife, Chizuko, is located goes up in flames, what does Kazuhiko Amamiya witness? MPD Psycho Story 6 The true culprit eludes Amamiya, prompting him to leave his superior Sasayama to pursue the real suspect. The government's hidden operations render everything meaningless. Sasayama reveals the location where the final case will be concluded.

Recommendation: Doctor/Kranke similar to Meloholic
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Doctor/Kranke(医者と患者)

2001Japan
Dissociative Identity DisorderIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSupernaturalMedicalSupernatural PowerSuspenseThriller

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Dissociative Identity Disorder, Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, and Supernatural themes with a 44% similarity match.

Sayaka, a young woman possessing extraordinary abilities and Dissociative Identity Disorder, resides with psychiatrist Shibusawa for therapy. However, Shibusawa's feelings towards her have evolved beyond professional boundaries.

Recommendation: Ashita no Yakusoku similar to Meloholic
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Ashita no Yakusoku(明日の約束)

2017Japan
IllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSchool SettingDramaHigh SchoolSocial MediaStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, and School Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

High school counselor Hinata Aizawa is a well-respected individual who offers a listening ear to students facing difficulties

Recommendation: Murder Diary similar to Meloholic
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Murder Diary(刑偵日記)

2021Hong Kong
Dissociative Identity DisorderIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMysteryPsychologicalRomanceEmotionally Strong Female LeadMental Hospital SettingMultiple MainsMultiple PersonalitiesSmart Female LeadSmart Male LeadThriller

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Dissociative Identity Disorder, Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Mystery, Psychological, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yeung Pik Sum is diagnosed with Schizophrenia, which in turn leads to her son, Yip King Fung, developing Dissociative Identity Disorder. One of King Fung's alters, named Chu Kei, becomes skilled in handwriting analysis and profiling criminals. With Chu Kei's help, King Fung, who works as an undercover agent, dismantles a criminal syndicate. However, after being implicated in a series of mysterious crimes, King Fung becomes a murder suspect, causing trauma to his younger sister. Pik Sum, feeling remorseful for neglecting her children, takes on a job as a mental hospital assistant to protect her daughter, but struggles to reconcile with King Fung. Superintendent Lip Shan offers King Fung a position in the Special Crime Unit, where he collaborates with psychiatrist Wai Yui Kit, bomb disposal expert Yau Ngan Sing, and forensic anthropologist Fong Yuen Chin to handle cases involving criminals with unusual psychological conditions and solve complex mysteries.

Recommendation: Face (2001) similar to Meloholic
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Face (2001)(FACE〜見知らぬ恋人〜)

2001Japan
Dissociative Identity DisorderIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A Manga

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Dissociative Identity Disorder, Illness, Mental Illness, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

A romantic tale unfolds as a woman finds herself drawn to a man grappling with a split personality disorder, leading to a series of challenges in her life. Aizawa Saki, employed at a trading firm, had been involved in a relationship with her superior, Okada, but decided to terminate it. On her way back after breaking things off with Okada, Saki is confronted by a group of adolescents. Fortunately, Takagawa Ryo, a mysterious individual with an intense gaze, comes to her rescue, only to steal some money from her wallet before leaving. The following day, a new colleague named Mizuno Takumi triggers memories of the stranger. Saki is puzzled at the thought of a possible connection between the two men. (NTV)

Recommendation: Boku wa Mari no Naka similar to Meloholic
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Boku wa Mari no Naka(ぼくは麻理のなか)

2017Japan
InvestigationMental IllnessMysteryPsychologicalRomanceSchool SettingSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaBody SwapFriendshipHigh SchoolLGBTQ+StalkingTeenager Female Lead

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Mental Illness, Mystery, Psychological, Romance, School Setting, and Supernatural themes with a 33% similarity match.

Isao Komori, a former college student, spends most of his time indoors playing video games after dropping out. His daily routine is brightened by the presence of Mari, a high school girl who resembles an angel, visiting the convenience store he frequents. However, one day Komori wakes up to find himself in Mari's body, while another person now occupies his original body. With Mari missing, Komori must navigate her normal life while also searching for clues to her sudden disappearance.

Recommendation: "Watashi wo Moratte": Deai Hen similar to Meloholic
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"Watashi wo Moratte": Deai Hen(「私をもらって」~出逢編~)

2025Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSupernaturalDrama

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 33% similarity match.

After a tragic accident, Morikawa Natsumi finds herself invisible and unable to communicate with anyone, leading her to roam the streets as a ghost. Her life takes a surprising turn when she locks eyes with Ichijo Ryouei, a young man who is also a ghost drifting aimlessly through the city. This story serves as a precursor to the "Memory Arc" and "Love Arc", showcasing the special moments Natsumi and Ryouei shared following their initial encounter in the afterlife, all while being pursued relentlessly by the Grim Reaper. It is an original tale not featured in the webtoon "Take Me, I'm Yours" by RoseBean and One Punch Rabbit.

Recommendation: Nothing but Breaking Up Season 2 similar to Meloholic
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Nothing but Breaking Up Season 2(不过是分手 第二季)

2019China
Dissociative Identity DisorderInvestigationMysteryPsychologicalRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Dissociative Identity Disorder, Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Death Note NEW GENERATION similar to Meloholic
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Death Note NEW GENERATION(デスノート NEW GENERATION)

2016Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSupernaturalActionAdapted From A Manga

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, and Supernatural themes with a 31% similarity match.

Three separate tales follow the investigator Mishima, known as the Death Note enthusiast, as he delves into a case involving a former criminal's sudden death from a stroke, ultimately uncovering the truth. In another story, Ryuzaki, a renowned international detective who has successfully cracked numerous challenging cases, decides to lend his expertise to a Death Note case that he had previously turned down multiple times. Lastly, Shien, a cyber terrorist who turned to idolizing Kira after overcoming the trauma of being the sole survivor of his family's brutal murder, embarks on his first attempt to utilize the power of the Death Note.

Recommendation: Romanced similar to Meloholic
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Romanced(뒤로맨스)

2021South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSchool SettingUniversityJealousyRevengeSecret RelationshipShort Length SeriesTheater SettingWeb Series

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, School Setting, and University themes with a 30% similarity match.

An unconventional and intriguing clandestine love story unfolds within the theatrical setting. The production of a play centered around a scheme for vengeance is underway, with the main characters concealing their true personas. (KoreaDaily.com)

Recommendation: Visible Lie similar to Meloholic
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Visible Lie(犯罪心理小组X)

2018China
IllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMysteryPsychologicalPsychologyNovel AdaptationSmart Male LeadStrong Female LeadSuspenseTeamworkThriller

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Mystery, Psychological, and Psychology themes with a 30% similarity match.

Talented student Xu Lang, an expert in Criminal Psychology, completed his Ph.D. at the University of Maryland. Upon his return to China, he decided to work for the public security bureau. Unfortunately, while solving a case, he suffered severe injuries and tragically lost his younger brother. Fast forward seven years, Xu Lang is now the youngest professor of Criminology at the National Police University. His friend Tang Sen approaches him with an offer to join their newly formed Criminal Psychology Team X. Together with a team of four, they delve into unsolved cases and discover new leads related to Xu Lang's life-changing case from seven years ago.

Recommendation: Seven of Me similar to Meloholic
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Seven of Me(柒个我)

2017China
Dissociative Identity DisorderIllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMysteryRomanceAmnesiaChildhood CrushComedyMedicalPsychiatrist Female LeadSmart Female LeadTwo Roles

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Dissociative Identity Disorder, Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Did she take on more than she can handle? Bai Xin Xin (Elvira Cai) is a new medical intern who meets Shen Yi Zhen (Zhang Yi Shan), a man from a wealthy background. Xin Xin gets involved as Yi Zhen's personal doctor without realizing the challenges ahead. As Yi Zhen's seven unique personalities surface, revealing dark family secrets, Xin Xin faces the task of helping him heal from his troubled past.

Recommendation: Fufu no Himitsu similar to Meloholic
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Fufu no Himitsu(夫婦の秘密)

2024Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomance

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The show portrays the hidden troubles within the seemingly cheerful routines of a husband and wife who own a flower shop and a woman who runs a cafe nearby

Recommendation: Sometoon 2020 similar to Meloholic
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Sometoon 2020(썸툰 2020)

2020South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSchool SettingUniversityShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, School Setting, and University themes with a 29% similarity match.

The story revolves around a romantic love triangle that unfolds as Ye Jin sets out to find her long-time online friend, "Sweet Brick." Unbeknownst to her, he might either be No Woon, a fellow participant in her craftwork class, or Cha Ian, a man she frequently encounters by coincidence. (Kpopmap.com) This narrative is partially inspired by the webtoon "Sometoon x OH MY GIRL" (썸툰 x 오마이걸) created by Mohito Mohikan (모히또모히칸).

Recommendation: Mimi similar to Meloholic
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Mimi(미미)

2014South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSupernaturalAmnesiaMagical ObjectSpiritTime Travel

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 28% similarity match.

Min Woo, a 28-year-old webtoon creator, discovers a note on his desk calendar one day. Inspired by this note, he starts working on a new webtoon titled “December 8.” The comic quickly gains widespread acclaim. As its popularity skyrockets, Min Woo faces mounting pressure from his job, leading to intense headaches due to the stress.

Recommendation: Remember, Hari 2 similar to Meloholic
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Remember, Hari 2(기억, 하리2)

2019South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSupernaturalGhostHorrorSuspenseYouth

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 28% similarity match.

Ha Ri visits a cabin in the woods to spend time with her friends. While there, she encounters a tarot card reader who reveals that she is destined for an unrequited love. Additionally, who is that enigmatic girl referring to Kang Lim as "oppa"?

Recommendation: Strange School Tales similar to Meloholic
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Strange School Tales(학교 기담)

2020South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingSupernaturalAnthologyDramaHorrorSuspense

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, School Setting, and Supernatural themes with a 28% similarity match.

Available in two formats: 6 episodes (Television) || 12 episodes (Online)

Recommendation: Rakuen similar to Meloholic
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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSupernaturalNovel AdaptationDeathKidnappingMurder

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, and Supernatural themes with a 28% similarity match.

A widely discussed event has taken place in Japan involving the Doizaki couple who murdered their 15-year-old daughter and concealed her body beneath their home for 16 years. One day, Toshiko Hagitani, a homemaker, visits Shigeko Maehata, an employee at a small publishing company, to share her suspicion that her 12-year-old son Hitoshi may possess a unique ability to see the memories of others. Toshiko shows Shigeko a drawing created by Hitoshi depicting a girl with a pale face lying in a house topped with a bat-shaped weather vane, resembling the Doizaki couple case. Intrigued, Shigeko decides to investigate further, but tragically, Hitoshi passes away in a car accident. Meanwhile, the Doizaki couple's lawyer informs their daughter Seiko that they have severed all ties with her. Concurrently, a female high school student is reported missing.

Recommendation: Bedtime Hero similar to Meloholic
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Bedtime Hero(超能造梦)

2018China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSchool SettingSupernaturalUniversityCheerful Female LeadComedyLazy Male LeadStudent Male LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipSuperhuman StrengthSupernatural PowerYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, School Setting, Supernatural, and University themes with a 27% similarity match.

A tale combining humor and intrigue set in a school catering to students with unique talents. Ding Yi, a studious introvert, excels academically despite his lazy tendencies and love for sleeping. Unbeknownst to others, he possesses an exceptional gift - a photographic memory. However, his Achilles' heel lies in his tendency to lose his short-term memory instantaneously when frightened, posing a challenge during exams. Ding Yi gains admission to Qing Hua, where he encounters his mischievous and affluent roommate Feng Zixi, along with counselor Ai Mei, who assists him in refining his skills.

Recommendation: "Watashi wo Moratte": Tsuioku Hen similar to Meloholic
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"Watashi wo Moratte": Tsuioku Hen(『私をもらって』~追憶編~)

2024Japan
Adapted From A WebtoonInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSupernaturalAge GapComaCEO Supporting CharacterDramaGhostGrim Reaper Supporting CharacterHeir Male LeadSecretary Supporting Character

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ichijo Ryoei, the offspring of the Ichijo dynasty that established a significant conglomerate, leads a flawless life until an accident lands him in a coma. Coincidentally, Morikawa Natsumi also falls into a coma following a separate accident that occurs on the same day and time as Ryoei's mishap. While Natsumi miraculously wakes up from her coma and is discharged from the hospital a few weeks later, she returns home to an unexpected encounter with Ryoei's ghost. Despite her lack of recollection, Ryoei insists that she owes him her life and implores her to assist him as he deems her the only person he can trust.

Recommendation: Anata no Tonari ni Dareka Iru similar to Meloholic
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Anata no Tonari ni Dareka Iru(あなたの隣に誰かいる)

2003Japan
IllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalDramaFamilyHallucinationHorrorInfidelityStalkingSuspenseThriller

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Azusa is the wife, Otaro is the husband, and they have one daughter named Suzu. They reside in a small apartment in Tokyo and lead a typical yet content life as a family of three. However, everything changes when they move into their new home. Unsettling events start occurring, involving the entire family and leading to chilling incidents. Can you protect your loved ones if faced with a sudden catastrophe? This series explores the themes of family and life itself, which are universally significant. Through a horror suspense format, the show portrays the strong bonds within a family.

Recommendation: Aftermath Season 2 similar to Meloholic
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Aftermath Season 2(후유증 시즌 2)

2014South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingSupernaturalActionHigh SchoolShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadSupernatural PowerTeenager Male LeadThrillerWeb Series

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, School Setting, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

An Dae Yong is a reserved high school student who unexpectedly gains the ability to foresee who will commit murder and who is nearing death

Recommendation: Detective Gonhwan similar to Meloholic
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Detective Gonhwan(명탐정 곤환)

2017South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceSchool SettingUniversityAmateur Detective Male LeadComedySchool ClubShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYouth

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Romance, School Setting, and University themes with a 27% similarity match.

Employing deductive skills that could compete with those of Sherlock Holmes, Gon Hwan launches an investigation club at his university to identify a stalker on campus. However, he must still solve the most significant enigma of all: love. (AsianCrush)

Recommendation: Love and Lose Heart Season 2 similar to Meloholic
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Love and Lose Heart Season 2(蜜恋失心第2季)

2018China
InvestigationMysteryPsychologicalRomanceBusiness

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Warui Onna: Loose Socks Deka similar to Meloholic
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Warui Onna: Loose Socks Deka(悪いオンナ ルーズソックス刑事)

2000Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingYouth

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Honjitsu wa Taian Nari similar to Meloholic
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Honjitsu wa Taian Nari(本日は大安なり)

2012Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceComedy

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yuka portrays Takako, a wedding coordinator faced with the challenge of managing five weddings at a single location on an auspicious day. However, her plans are jeopardized when a menacing letter arrives, insisting that all the ceremonies be called off. Determined to uncover the perpetrator, Takako races against time to ensure the weddings proceed as scheduled. As the day unfolds, the hidden secrets of each couple gradually emerge.

Recommendation: Asadora Satsujin Jiken similar to Meloholic
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Asadora Satsujin Jiken(朝ドラ殺人事件)

2012Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalComedy

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Niimi Miho, a member of the NHK drama team, stumbled upon a daruma doll on the set one day. She was then tasked with removing it from the filming location.

Recommendation: Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2 similar to Meloholic
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Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2( 都市伝説の女 2)

2013Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalComedy

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

"Toshi Densetsu no Onna" is a comedic mystery series that follows the story of Otonashi Tsukiko, a gorgeous female detective with a fascination for urban myths. Through her unique perspective and charm, she solves a variety of cold cases that have connections to these legends. In the upcoming sequel, Tsukiko returns to Japan from her trip to New York and becomes a member of the newly established "Unscientific Incident Investigation Unit" within the Metropolitan Police Department. The first episode will explore an urban legend linked to Mount Fuji.

Recommendation: Aizou Keishicho Shinri Bunseki Sousa Han similar to Meloholic
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Aizou Keishicho Shinri Bunseki Sousa Han(アイゾウ 警視庁・心理分析捜査班)

2022Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalPolice Department Setting

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mermaid Story similar to Meloholic
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Mermaid Story(인어 이야기)

2007South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceDrama

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Lee Min Suk becomes enamored with Son Mi Na, but she unexpectedly vanishes one day. Subsequently, he encounters and develops feelings for Nam Soo In. However, a year after Son Mi Na's mysterious disappearance, her remains are discovered, and Lee Min Suk is identified as the primary suspect in her murder.

Recommendation: The Villain of Romance similar to Meloholic
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The Villain of Romance(로맨스빌런)

2023South Korea
MiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingUniversityComing Of Age

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Miniseries, Romance, School Setting, and University themes with a 27% similarity match.

A story of self-discovery and authentic love involving college students who are navigating their emotions. Kang Hee Jae strives to maintain a cool image, but battles feelings of inadequacy internally. As he struggles to come to terms with his girlfriend Yoo Jin's harsh actions, he begins to undergo a transformation into an obsessive figure. Yoo Jin, an intelligent senior at the same college, has a history of short-lived relationships and fears ending up alone. When Hee Jae expresses interest in her, she decides to challenge him through rigorous dating experiences.

Recommendation: Night of Love (2020) similar to Meloholic
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Night of Love (2020)(연애의 밤)

2020South Korea
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceShort Length Series

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

In contrast to many, when I observe couples in relationships, I can envision how their journey will conclude. "Can our tale commence at the intersection of the beginning and the end?"

Recommendation: Fujiko (2015) similar to Meloholic
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Fujiko (2015)(フジコ)

2015Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalNovel Adaptation

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 27% similarity match.

Fujiko is a unique serial killer driven by a thirst for blood. After surviving a horrific massacre that claimed the lives of her entire family at the age of 11, she was left with deep emotional scars. Unbeknownst to her, she gradually transformed into a bloodthirsty murderer seeking solace in her actions. Despite her descent into darkness, she repeatedly murmurs, "I can start anew," with each kill. The question remains: what motivates her to commit these murders? Derived from Mari Yukiko's novel "Satsujinki Fujiko No Shoudou."

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Psycho Doctor(サイコドクター)

2002Japan
IllnessInvestigationMental IllnessMysteryPsychologicalAcrophobiaAdapted From A MangaDetective Supporting CharacterMedicalPhobia

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Illness, Investigation, Mental Illness, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 26% similarity match.

Do you have a fear of heights? Is it related to acrophobia, or is there a deeper reason behind it? For example, could a traumatic event from your childhood, such as witnessing your father's murder by being pushed off a balcony, be the root cause of your fear of heights? Psychoanalyst and counselor Kyosuke Kai, who has his own quirks and compulsions, goes beyond standard medical explanations to uncover the true reasons behind his patients' emotional issues. Instead of just providing therapy, Dr. Kai also takes on the role of a detective. Explore Dr. Kai's case files to gain insight into his patients and the factors that influence their mental well-being. (NTV)

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Silent Voice Season 2(サイレント・ヴォイス 行動心理捜査官・楯岡絵麻 2)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalPsychologyNovel AdaptationInterrogator Female LeadSmart Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, and Psychology themes with a 26% similarity match.

Tateoka Ema is an expert in interrogation, utilizing behavioral psychology to elicit confessions from suspects with a perfect track record. Through careful observation of micro-expressions, she is able to quickly identify deception in suspects. Her targeted suspects inevitably end up confessing under her scrutiny. (Jdrama Weblog)

Recommendation: Silent Voice similar to Meloholic
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Silent Voice(サイレント・ヴォイス 行動心理捜査官・楯岡絵麻)

2018Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalPsychologyNovel AdaptationPolice Department SettingPolice Sergeant Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, and Psychology themes with a 26% similarity match.

Individuals deceive using language through their cerebral neocortex. However, just before they speak, the limbic system's mental reflexes become visible. Tateoka Ema, a police sergeant in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division, possesses the ability to uncover suspects' lies by observing their micro-gestures, which last for only 0.2 seconds. Known as "Enma-sama" (King of Hades) by her peers, she prides herself on a 100% success rate in extracting confessions through the application of behavioral psychology. Despite her expertise in detecting falsehoods, unraveling the complete truth is not always a straightforward task for her. Ema also identifies as a "forever 28" individual who is on the lookout for the ideal life partner.

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Love and Lose Heart(蜜恋失心)

2018China
InvestigationMysteryPsychologicalRomanceBusinessYouth

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Psychological, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

This is a tale of the overwhelming President Xiao Xiao navigating their relationship with their nephew Mei Ruo Bin amidst his declining mental health and complicated social interactions, immersing himself in a web of deceit. Xiao Wei is the deputy chief of Yuanhang Media. In the pursuit of his crush, Mei Xin, he willingly takes on the responsibility of looking after his younger brother, Mei Ruo Bin, who came back to town to study while Xiao Wei was away on a business trip. As a high school student at an international college, Mei Ruo Bin clashes with Xiao Wei. This mischievous nephew disrupts his uncle's life like a tiny troublemaker. Xiao Xiao must put in extra effort to care for his nephew in order to please his girlfriend, Mei Xin.

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Nothing but Breaking Up(不过是分手)

2018China
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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The tale follows Chen Si Xian, a young man feeling confined in a relationship with his college love, Xiao Yu, who frequently ends things with him. While Xiao Yu is away on a work assignment in Shanghai, Si Xian reunites with a former love interest but faces consequences. Following a heartbreaking event, Si Xian embarks on a quest to rewrite history and undo that fateful evening.

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Kanojo no Ura Sekai: Toshiro Side(彼女のウラ世界<TOSHIRO SIDE>)

2021Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationDrama

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Toshiro pops the question to his girlfriend Akiko after dating for three years

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Call Me by No-Name(コールミー・バイ・ノーネーム)

2025Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalRomanceAbusive ParentNovel AdaptationLGBTQ+Lesbian RomanceSexual ViolenceTrauma

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At Eichi University, Megumi Yotsugi encounters Kotoha Furuhashi, a enigmatic young woman discovered at a landfill

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Bamboo: 9pm, Please Tell My Story(밤부: 밤 9시, 내 이야기를 부탁해)

2017South Korea
MiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingUniversityShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Seven Sisters(七姊妹)

2001Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSupernaturalDramaGhost

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Tse Chi Tong used to be the next in line to inherit a medicinal oil business that shut down over a decade ago. Presently, he is fully committed to his job as a postal worker, residing with his younger sibling Mei Ling and the faithful servant of his deceased father, Chan Tung. Tong's tranquil routine takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the ghost of a woman named Mak Chau Kuen, who shares her heartbreaking love story with him and implores him to fulfill a specific task. Determined to assist her, Tong joins forces with the spirited wealthy young lady Wong Yuk Cham on a mission to locate a missing letter from Kuen's lover, Miu Lin Sin, dating back 12 years.

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Ranpo R(乱歩R)

2004Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalDetective FictionInvestigator Male Lead

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 25% similarity match.

The story follows Akechi Kogoro, who comes from a long line of renowned detectives. Despite inheriting his grandfather's sharp deductive skills, Akechi is portrayed as timid and somewhat cowardly, adding a relatable aspect to his character as a detective. Despite his reluctance, Akechi always finds himself confronting criminals and solving cases. (YTV) Based on a novel by Edogawa Ranpo.

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Last Mail 2(ラストメール2)

2009Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernaturalComedyDrama

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After his grandfather's death, Kazuki Yamada reluctantly takes on a position at a company called "In any case, we'll handle it," where he fulfills various tasks for temporary employees. When he receives a text message from an unknown sender asking him to "make everyone smile for me," he mistakenly believes it is a job request. Upon arriving, he realizes the situation is not what he anticipated. Teaming up with his childhood friend and colleague, Shizuka Hasegawa, they work together to fulfill the final wishes of deceased individuals.

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Doubletone - Futari no Yumi( ダブルトーン~2人のユミ~ )

2013Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationDrama

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In the novel "Daburuton" by Shinji Kajio, the story revolves around the unique friendship and conflicts between two individuals named Yumi, which surpasses all boundaries. Yumi Nakano, a successful career woman, and Yumi Tamura, a dedicated housewife, find themselves witnessing each other's daily lives in their dreams every night. As their memories and current realities start to intertwine, a series of unexpected events unfold. Adding to the complexity, Yumi Tamura's husband, Yohei Tamura, becomes romantically involved with both women named Yumi.

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Bokura wa Minna Shindeiru(僕らはみんな死んでいる♪)

2014Japan
MiniseriesPsychologicalRomanceSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaDrama

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Following their deaths, a collection of individuals discover that they are now involved in the "Love Game," where they have the opportunity to begin their lives anew.

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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai(ひぐらしのなく頃に解)

2016Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSupernaturalAdapted From A GameDeathFriendshipHorrorMurderSuspense

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In the beginning of summer, Maebara Keiichi relocated to a secluded mountain village. He quickly formed strong bonds with a group of girls and was enjoying his new life in the village. However, his perception of his friends, Ry g Rena, Sonozaki Mion, and others, started to change as he began to suspect their involvement in the annual summer murders. Keiichi's once peaceful life took a dark turn as he discovered a sewing needle in his food, was pursued by unknown individuals, and narrowly escaped a life-threatening accident. His trust in those around him shattered, leading to a series of mysteries and a shocking, violent conclusion.

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Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2(捜査会議はリビングで おかわり!)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomanceComedyFamily

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Tsukanoma no Ichika(束の間の一花)

2022Japan
IllnessMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingUniversityAdapted From A MangaDramaLifeProfessor Male LeadStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Meloholic, this drama also features Illness, Miniseries, Romance, School Setting, and University themes with a 25% similarity match.

During her second year of high school, Sendawara Ichika received a grim prognosis from a doctor, who predicted she had only two years left to live. However, Ichika has surpassed this timeline and is now a university student, living each day with uncertainty about the future. She finds solace in attending philosophy classes taught by Yurugi Akifumi, where he delves into discussions about the meaning and significance of life. Despite the popularity of his class, most students do not pay attention to his lectures, but Ichika is an attentive listener. As their bond grows stronger, Yurugi suddenly resigns from his position at the university, leaving Ichika bewildered. Their paths cross once again, and Ichika hopes to continue their relationship, only to be met with an unexpected revelation from Yurugi.

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Watashi no Shiranai Watashi(私の知らない私)

2025Japan
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSupernaturalAmnesiaDrama

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Mei suffers from memory loss after a traumatic incident but manages to lead a satisfying life, finding joy in her job and being supported by her loving fiancé and closest friend. However, her world is turned upside down when she becomes a suspect in a murder case that she has no recollection of. As she delves deeper into uncovering the truth, Mei realizes that some of those she thought were her allies are actually her enemies. Betrayal lurks around every corner as she struggles to unravel the mystery, all while keeping her own hidden secret.