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Mental Coach Jegal(멘탈코치 제갈길)

2022South Korea
Age GapAge GapAthlete Female LeadCoach Male LeadComedyDramaFormer Athlete Male LeadMultiple MainsPhotographer Supporting CharacterShort Track Speed SkatingSlight RomanceSlow Burn RomanceSports

A sports drama follows the story of Je Gal Gil, a former national Taekwondo athlete who transitions into a mental coach after a scandal forces him out of the sports world. He helps retired professional athletes and struggling current athletes overcome mental blocks. Alongside him is Cha Ga Eul, a former short track speed skating champion known as the "Ice Princess" who seeks Je Gal Gil's guidance to break out of a slump. Gu Tae Man, a former Taekwondo Olympic gold medalist turned power-hungry director of the Human Rights Center in the Korean Olympic Committee, plays a pivotal role in Je Gal Gil's transformation. Park Seung Ha, a member of the athlete village's mental health support team, faces unexpected challenges but finds solace in working with Je Gal Gil as her advisor partner.

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Recommendation: To Grow with Love similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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To Grow with Love(肥田囍事)

2006Hong Kong
Age GapComedyDramaRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 31% similarity match.

Fat Tin, a wealthy man's daughter in the Philippines, is concerned about her future due to her weight. Her father tries to arrange a marriage for her with Mak Ka Fai, but Fat Tin is uninterested and flees to Hong Kong. In Hong Kong, she faces criticism for her weight from Tai Hei, a successful designer. Despite their differences, they eventually grow closer due to unexpected events in the Philippines.

Recommendation: Coffee Cat Mama similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Coffee Cat Mama(貓屎媽媽)

2013Hong Kong
Age GapComedyDramaOlder Man-Younger WomanRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 29% similarity match.

In order to honor her deceased father's wishes, BIN KWAI WOR established a unique coffee shop where she crossed paths with BAO CHI TAI, known as "Tai Chi Bao" (Raisin Bread). TAI, a single father with an 8-year-old son, dreams of becoming the coffee king of Hong Kong. As TAI learned the art of latte-making from WOR, their feelings for each other blossomed, despite facing numerous obstacles. The biggest challenge they faced was overcoming the disapproval of WOR's two mothers, her biological mother MA SZE NGA and stepmother SO MEI, who were against their relationship. With so many hurdles to overcome, how will TAI and WOR navigate their love story and brew a strong and fragrant cup of coffee together?

Recommendation: Enjoy Life similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Enjoy Life(살맛납니다)

2009South Korea
Age GapDramaMultiple MainsFamilyMultiple CouplesRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 27% similarity match.

A narrative centered on the romantic lives and marriages of six couples, each categorized into one of six distinct types of marital dynamics!

Recommendation: Funny Princes similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Funny Princes(온달 왕자들)

2000South Korea
Age GapDramaSlight RomanceFamilyFemale Chases Male FirstRiches To Rags

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

After their father passed away and their company went bankrupt, four brothers who had been living a luxurious life had to quickly adjust to their new circumstances.

Recommendation: Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu(突然ですが、明日結婚します)

2017Japan
Age GapComedyDramaAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 27% similarity match.

Career-driven woman Takanashi Asuka has a traditional aspiration of getting married and being a homemaker. When her longtime boyfriend ends their relationship to focus on his career, she crosses paths with Nanami Ryu, a well-known news anchor at PTV. Asuka and Ryu hit it off, despite his aversion to marriage. Their conflicting desires in life make a romantic relationship seem unlikely, especially since Nanami believes marriage restricts personal freedom and serves as a mere escape for women. "I have no interest in getting married," he declared. Despite their differing views on marriage, Asuka views Nanami as an ideal partner. Thus, the 'Battle of Values' commences.

Recommendation: I Want to Die Alone similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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I Want to Die Alone(ひとりでしにたい)

2025Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 27% similarity match.

Yamaguchi Narumi is flourishing in her life as a single woman—until the unexpected and solitary death of her respected aunt, a successful career woman, profoundly unsettles her. In a state of anxiety, she plunges into matchmaking, but her efforts lead to failure. When her younger coworker Nasuda Yuya candidly remarks, "Believing that marriage offers security? That’s so old-fashioned!" Narumi undergoes a significant transformation—from konkatsu (marriage searching) to shukatsu (preparing for end-of-life). This is the unfiltered, emotional journey of a woman in her late 30s grappling with societal expectations, personal insecurities, and moments of profound appreciation—all aimed at achieving a single, vital objective: to live well in order to die well.

Recommendation: Atashinchi no Danshi similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Atashinchi no Danshi(アタシんちの男子)

2009Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaSlight RomanceEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamily RelationshipHeiress LeadReverse-HaremSibling RivalrySmart Female LeadSocial Issues

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 26% similarity match.

In recent times, the definition of "homeless" has evolved. There are young individuals known as "net cafe refugees" who lack both employment and a permanent residence, instead moving between internet cafes. One such refugee is Chisato, a 20-year-old woman who lost her mother early in life to illness. She spent her youth attempting to escape the significant debt left by her father, facing nightly confrontations with debt collectors. Chisato's perspective on "family" shifted after encountering Shinzo, a man from a wealthy family dating back to the Edo period. Shinzo had adopted six handsome sons in the hopes of finding a successor, but each son possessed peculiar traits. Shinzo offered to eliminate Chisato's debt in exchange for marriage and becoming the mother of his sons. However, living with these six men under one roof would prove challenging.

Recommendation: Hajimete Koi wo Shita Hi ni Yomu Hanashi similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Hajimete Koi wo Shita Hi ni Yomu Hanashi(初めて恋をした日に読む話)

2019Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaSlow Burn RomanceAdapted From A MangaMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadOblivious Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManReverse-HaremRomanceStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Dating Agency: Cyrano similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Dating Agency: Cyrano(연애조작단: 시라노 )

2013South Korea
Age GapComedyDramaLove TriangleMatchmakingOlder Man-Younger WomanRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 25% similarity match.

Min Yeong is employed as a dating agent, and although her profession demands that she pairs clients according to their social statuses, she holds the belief that love should be free of limitations

Recommendation: Mukai no Aitsu similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Mukai no Aitsu(向かいのアイツ)

2024Japan
ComedyDramaMultiple Mains

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in a shopping district where two competing establishments, a clothing store and a general goods cafe, face off against each other. It explores the personal stories and interactions between the diverse customers frequenting both shops, as well as the residents of the bustling neighborhood.

Recommendation: Be My Dream Family similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Be My Dream Family(속아도 꿈결)

2021South Korea
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsSlow Burn RomanceFamilyMultiple CouplesRomanceSocial Issues

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Multiple Mains, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A stubborn elderly father and a kindhearted mother in their senior years develop feelings for each other. Despite coming from distinct cultural backgrounds, their families face challenges when the couple marries later in life. Nevertheless, these disagreements ultimately pave the way for mutual understanding and unity, allowing them to discover the essence of genuine family bonds. Can they maintain their peaceful coexistence moving forward? (Viki)

Recommendation: Embrace You similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Embrace You(总裁的偏宠萌妻)

2024China
Age GapComedyDramaFilmed VerticallyRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 25% similarity match.

Every time Tong Luo Xi faces challenges, Xing Mo Yao is there to support and protect her. As she receives his assistance, her feelings for him grow stronger. Together, they unravel a plot within the family and ultimately find joy and contentment.

Recommendation: Women Walk the Line similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Women Walk the Line(我们的当打之年)

2022China
Age GapDramaMultiple MainsDivorced Female LeadFemale Centered PlotLifeRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 25% similarity match.

Two close friends from the post-90s generation have taken divergent paths in life. Following graduation, one friend remained in Shanghai to focus on her career, while the other returned to their hometown to get married. Over time, they both face unprecedented challenges. Yuan Ge has prioritized her career over relationships for many years, leading to a decline in her health and prompting her to make lifestyle changes. On the other hand, Gu Qiao has continuously made sacrifices for her husband, only to be served with divorce papers after eight years. Determined to restart her career, Gu Qiao is now focused on her own growth. Despite their differing personalities, both women demonstrate resilience and courage. In a bustling city full of opportunities, they navigate their struggles together, refusing to give up and embracing the journey of transformation as they enter a new phase of life in their thirties.

Recommendation: Miss Target similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Miss Target(ミス・ターゲット)

2024Japan
Age GapComedyDramaMarriage Of ConvenienceMiniseriesRomanceSwindler Female Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 25% similarity match.

Asakura Sumire, a 35-year-old woman, has earned a reputation as a marriage scammer by using her beauty and clever tactics to deceive numerous men. She specifically targets individuals who have made their fortunes through unethical means, making it difficult for the police to apprehend them. Operating in the shadows as a skilled "Miss Target", she has never failed to hit her mark. However, Sumire shocks everyone by announcing her decision to retire from marriage fraud and actively search for a husband. With her acquired skills, she confidently enters the marriage market in pursuit of a wealthy suitor, prioritizing financial stability in a partner. Despite her background as a con artist, Sumire embarks on a sincere quest for a husband, raising questions about who will ultimately win her heart.

Recommendation: Bua & Kwan: The Opposites of Love & Hate similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Bua & Kwan: The Opposites of Love & Hate(อีบัวกับไอ้ขวัญ)

2025Thailand
Age GapComedyDramaEnemies To LoversFamily FeudMarried LifeRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tying the knot is an excellent method to deepen your feelings of love.

Recommendation: Otousan to Yobasete similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Otousan to Yobasete(お義父さんと呼ばせて)

2016Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaFamilyMiniseriesOlder Man-Younger WomanRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 25% similarity match.

Daidoji Tamotsu, aged 51, holds the position of department manager at a medium-sized specialized trading firm. He encounters a woman who is 28 years younger than him and they decide to tie the knot. Meanwhile, Hanazawa Kiichiro is a high-ranking office worker at a leading general trading company. He is taken aback when his daughter introduces a man who is the same age as him as her partner. This leads to a series of challenges in what he had previously thought was the perfect family, prompting him to reevaluate his life choices.

Recommendation: You Are the Best! similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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You Are the Best!(최고다 이순신)

2013South Korea
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaFamilyOlder Man-Younger WomanRomanceSoap Opera

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 25% similarity match.

After the passing of her father, Lee Soon Shin faces numerous challenges. Both she and her mother find it difficult to attain happiness. Amid the highs and lows of her life, her romantic journey unfolds. As the youngest in a prosperous family, Lee Soon Shin appears to lack the talents that her relatives possess, often being viewed as an outsider, even though she is a spirited, vibrant, and brave young woman. Her life takes a transformative turn when she encounters Shin Joon Ho, the head of a talent agency. Initially, Shin Joon Ho is a self-assured, aloof, and competitive individual, but he undergoes a change as he learns the true essence of success through his relationship with Lee Soon Shin.

Recommendation: Saba Doru similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Saba Doru(さばドル)

2012Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaSlight RomanceEntertainment IndustryHidden IdentityIdol Female LeadMusicOlder Woman-Younger ManSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot centers on Usa Shijimi, a 38-year-old high school teacher specializing in classical literature. Despite facing hostility from her students, they are unaware of her secret double life. Outside of school, she assumes the persona of Watanabe Mayu, a widely adored 17-year-old idol, by lying about her age. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Racket Boys similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Racket Boys(라켓소년단)

2021South Korea
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsSlight RomanceSportsArrogant Female LeadBadmintonChildhood AcquaintanceChildhood ConnectionFriendshipLifeMiddle SchoolRural LifeSport Club

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Multiple Mains, Slight Romance, and Sports themes with a 24% similarity match.

After retiring from his successful badminton career, Yoon Hyun Jong faces financial difficulties while trying to provide for his family. When he is offered the chance to coach a struggling middle school badminton team with only three players - Bang Yoon Dam, Na U Chan, and Lee Yong Tae - he sees it as an opportunity to make a difference. With the additions of his son, Yoon Hae Kang, and Jung In Sol to the team, they work hard to improve and strive for success. Meanwhile, Yoon Hyun Jong's wife, Ra Young Ja, a former champion herself, coaches the girls' team which includes the top junior female player, Han Se Yoon, and her close friend, Lee Han Sol, leading them to become one of the strongest teams in their league.

Recommendation: A Gentleman's Dignity similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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A Gentleman's Dignity(신사의 품격)

2012South Korea
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaMultiple MainsBromanceDissociative AmnesiaFriendshipIndependent Female LeadLove At First SightMale Centered PlotMelodramaMental IllnessRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 24% similarity match.

Four men in their forties navigate the complexities of love, separation, triumph, and disappointment. The narrative features the romantic involvement of Kim Do Jin, an architect known for his sharp wit, and Seo Yi Soo, a disciplined high school educator who also serves as an umpire for local baseball matches.

Recommendation: History of the Salaryman similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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History of the Salaryman(샐러리맨 초한지)

2012South Korea
Age GapAge GapComedySlight RomanceSlow Burn RomanceEnemies To LoversInheritance TheftMelodramaMurderMysteryOlder Man-Younger WomanPoliticalRich Woman-Poor ManSassy Female Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, Slight Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

During the funeral of Jin Ho Hae, an executive at Chunha Medical Group, Yu Bang and Yeo Chi, Ho Hae's niece, are taken into custody for his murder

Recommendation: A Head Coach’s Turnover similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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A Head Coach’s Turnover(맹감독의 악플러)

2025South Korea
Coach Male LeadComedyDramaSportsBasketballLifeMiniseriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Coach Male Lead, Comedy, Drama, and Sports themes with a 24% similarity match.

Maeng Gong serves as the head coach for the professional basketball team known as the 'Big Pandas,' which has faced the threat of playoff elimination for three consecutive seasons. His team's underperformance has put his job at risk. In his youth, he was celebrated as a dynamic player who fearlessly attacked the court, a fitting reflection of his name, but now he is better recognized as the 'Young Gong Dae' leading a professional basketball team. Ko Hwa Jin, a fervent critic of Maeng Gong, operates under the alias 'Maeng Gong Extermination Group.' As a high school student, he possesses the ability to analyze games in mere seconds. He has evolved into a spiteful commentator, brimming with animosity and a wish to take revenge on Maeng Gong. Facing potential job loss, Maeng Gong opts to collaborate with his harshest critic to improve the team’s performance.

Recommendation: Village Love Season 8 similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Village Love Season 8(鄉村愛情浪漫曲)

2015China
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsVillage Setting

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 23% similarity match.

Recommendation: Girl's Power Season 10 similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Girl's Power Season 10(女力報到-男人止步)

2021Taiwan
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Multiple Mains themes with a 23% similarity match.

Recommendation: Tomorrow Is Another Day (2014) similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Tomorrow Is Another Day (2014)(再戰明天)

2014Hong Kong
Age GapAge GapDramaPrison Setting

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, and Drama themes with a 23% similarity match.

Senior correctional officer Man Sheung Shing oversees prisoner discipline at Stanley Prison, facing daily challenges and immense pressure. His subordinate, Kiu Ching Kiu, frequently disregards rules and forms close relationships with prisoners, causing tension between them. Yiu Ngoi Ka, a colleague at Lo Wu Correctional Institution, has a long-standing acquaintance with Sheung Shing and despite their age gap, she confesses her feelings for him, only to be rejected. The complex relationships and looming riot put Sheung Shing and his colleagues in perilous situations inside and outside the prison walls.

Recommendation: Love Actually (2015) similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Love Actually (2015)(戀上黑天使)

2015China
Age GapDramaRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap and Drama with a 23% similarity match.

Ma Liang is a carefree individual who acts without considering the outcomes. His girlfriend of two years, Xiao Meng, has grown tired of this behavior and suggested they end their relationship. Ye Man Ling, a wealthy woman recently divorced, returns to China to take over her late father's company. During an awards event, Ye Man Ling and Ma Liang accidentally cross paths, sparking an unfortunate connection between them.

Recommendation: Bad-Memory Eraser similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Bad-Memory Eraser(나쁜 기억 지우개)

2024South Korea
Age GapComedyDramaFormer Athlete Male LeadNeuroscientist Female LeadNeurosurgeon Supporting CharacterPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Professor Supporting CharacterPsychologicalResearch Center SettingResearcher Supporting CharacterRomanceSports ManagementTennis Player Male Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Former Athlete Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Gun was once a talented tennis player until a devastating injury shattered his confidence and drastically altered his life. Through the help of a memory eraser, he is able to start anew with a renewed sense of self-worth and confidence. His first love interest after his transformation is Kyung Ju Yeon, a psychiatrist at the brain research center. Lee Gun's younger brother, Lee Sin, is currently the world's number one ranked tennis player. Additionally, Jeon Sae Yan serves as Lee Sin's translator.

Recommendation: Minato Shouji Coin Laundry Season 2 similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Minato Shouji Coin Laundry Season 2(みなと商事コインランドリー2)

2023Japan
Age GapCoach Male LeadComedyDramaGay LeadGay Supporting CharacterLaundromat SettingLifePart-time Worker Male LeadRomanceStraightforward Male LeadStudent Male LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Male Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Coach Male Lead, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 23% similarity match.

Minato Akira, managing his grandfather's laundry business, encounters unforeseen obstacles in his relationship with Katsuki Shintaro after enjoying three months of happiness. At the same time, Asuka and Hiiragi experience complications in their developing romance. Get ready for the challenges that lie ahead for these two couples in this engaging sequel! (GagaOOLala) Based on the manga "Minato Shouji Coin Laundry" by Tsubaki Yuzu

Recommendation: Dinner Mate similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Dinner Mate(저녁 같이 드실래요?)

2020South Korea
Age GapComedyDramaSlow Burn RomanceAdapted From A WebtoonCheatingEx Comes BackFoodHealingHeartbreakLifeLove SquareRomanceSmart Male Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A young woman experiencing a difficult breakup with her long-term boyfriend encounters a man who has endured a heart-wrenching first love while on Jeju Island

Recommendation: GO into Your Heart similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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GO into Your Heart(舍我其谁)

2021China
Age GapComedyDramaSportsBoardgameCalm Male LeadCheerful Female LeadColor BlindnessDifficult ChildhoodFake RelationshipFake To Real LoversGo GameNice Male LeadRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Sports themes with a 23% similarity match.

A tale about a journalist and a genius in the ancient Chinese game of Go unfolds. To the public, he appears as an unbreakable barrier, but to her, he reveals himself as a young man discovering love. Sheng Jing Chu is a gifted and rising star in the world of Go. Initially an underdog, he achieves fame by triumphing in a pivotal match that propels him to stardom in the Go community. Despite shunning interviews, he becomes the focus of growing media interest. When aspiring reporter Cheng Liao assists Sheng Jing Chu in a predicament, she is mistakenly identified as his romantic partner. What begins as a falsehood blossoms into reality as they develop feelings for each other.

Recommendation: Minato Shouji Coin Laundry similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Minato Shouji Coin Laundry(みなと商事コインランドリー)

2022Japan
Age GapComedyDramaSlow Burn RomanceAdapted From A MangaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+LifeOlder Man-Younger ManRomanceStraightforward Male LeadTeenager Male LeadUnrequited Love

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, Drama, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

After leaving a demanding corporate job in Tokyo, 29-year-old Minato Akira has returned to his hometown to manage his grandfather's laundromat. The laundromat serves as a popular gathering place for locals, and Akira is content with his peaceful new life. One day, Akira strikes up a conversation with a new customer, high school student Katsuki Shintaro, whose attractive appearance catches his eye. Despite their age difference, the two quickly form a strong friendship. During a candid moment, Akira discloses that he is homosexual.

Recommendation: I Love You similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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I Love You(사랑해)

2008South Korea
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaAdapted From A ManhwaLifeMarriage Of ConvenienceMultiple CouplesOne-night StandRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 22% 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.

Recommendation: Small & Mighty similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Small & Mighty(正義的算法)

2022Taiwan
Age GapComedyDramaLawLawyer Female LeadLawyer Male LeadLifeRiches To RagsWeb Series

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 22% similarity match.

Liu Lang, a clever and greedy attorney, experiences a major shift in his life when a young boy named Liang Liang shows up at his doorstep and claims to be his son. Despite Liang Liang's endearing nature, Liu Lang is uncertain about how to handle the situation. To make matters worse, a new lawyer named Lin Xiao Yan causes Liu Lang to be expelled from the law firm. As Liu Lang navigates his way back to success, he begins to develop a bond with Liang Liang and undergoes a transformation in his beliefs.

Recommendation: Kaettekitazoyo! Kotaro wa Hitori Gurashi similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Kaettekitazoyo! Kotaro wa Hitori Gurashi(帰ってきたぞよ!コタローは1人暮らし)

2023Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaAdapted From A MangaChild Male LeadFriendshipMiniseriesNice Male LeadUnusual Friendship

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the recent spring, Kotaro Sato began his journey at elementary school. Each day, he walks to school by himself, with the support of his neighbors like Shin Karino and Mizuki Akitomo. Kotaro is focused on acquiring various skills, understanding that the assistance he receives may not always be available. He aims to become self-reliant and secure a job to sustain himself in the future. Impressed by Kotaro's determination, manga writer Shin Karino enlists his help with a project. Kotaro gladly lends a hand to Shin Karino in meeting his manga deadline. Unfortunately, Kotaro accidentally makes a mistake with Shin Karino's manuscript.

Recommendation: Accidentally Meow on You similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Accidentally Meow on You(一不小心喵上你)

2022China
Age GapComedyDramaCatCold Male LeadEntertainment IndustryRomanceTsundere Male LeadWeb Series

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tough boss with a tsundere attitude crosses paths with a remarkably strong young woman who becomes an assistant in the entertainment industry. Accustomed to browsing cat videos online daily, they bond over their shared love for felines. Former athlete Zhou Tian is compelled to pause her career due to an old injury resurfacing. By chance, she enters the entertainment world and secures a job as an assistant. Subsequently, Zhou Tian inadvertently befriends a stranger online due to their mutual affection for cats. They gradually open up to each other, sharing their innermost thoughts and emotions. To Zhou Tian's surprise, the mysterious 'netizen' she connected with turns out to be the stoic CEO Ji Chen.

Recommendation: Viva Femina similar to Mental Coach Jegal
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Viva Femina(耀眼的你啊)

2023China
Age GapComedyDramaFamily RelationshipFemale Centered PlotFriendshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSismance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 22% similarity match.

The tale of three women with contrasting personalities who unexpectedly become friends and support each other through life's challenges, discovering their self-worth along the way. Kang Zi You, who recently returned to China from the United States, works as a sales executive director at an aesthetic medical clinic owned by her close friend Lin Qian Yu. Despite excelling in her career, Kang Zi You struggles with personal organization and relies on her daughter Kang Ni for support. Kang Ni, a skilled homemaker with a passion for cooking and table setting, cares for her mother while longing for independence. The arrival of a new doctor, Nie Yun Ze, disrupts the women's routine but also brings Kang Zi You and Nie Yun Ze closer despite their differences. Meanwhile, Lin Qian Yu's marital problems compel Kang Zi You to work with her ex-husband's wife, Meng Yu Shan, to find a solution.

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Village Love Season 9(鄉村愛情進行曲)

2017China
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsRomanceVillage Setting

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Love Racing(러브 레이싱)

2008South Korea
ComedyDramaSportsMiniseriesRomance

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Dohyo Girl!(土俵ガール!)

2010Japan
ComedyDramaSportsMiniseriesSumo

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Hikari Kobayashi is aspiring to establish herself as a successful model. Growing up under the guidance of her father, a former sumo wrestler, she was raised with a masculine approach. Despite this upbringing, she decided to break away from the world of sumo. By chance, she becomes involved with her school's struggling sumo club and steps up to lead the club as its director with the goal of revitalizing it.

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Blind Date (2017)(盲约)

2017China
Age GapDramaFamilyRomance

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Xia Tian, a young woman who is currently single, discovers that her mother is willing to pay for her sister's wedding if she attends with a boyfriend. Determined to prove her mother wrong and ensure her sister's dream wedding, Xia Tian sets out to find a boyfriend within 258 days. This storyline is a remake of the Argentinian TV series "Blind to Dating" (Ciega a Citas) [2019]. (Viki)

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Suekko Chounan Ane Sannin(末っ子長男姉三人)

2003Japan
Age GapComedyFamilyMiniseries

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Haruko Takanashi, aged 30, is employed at a radio station. As she advances towards a middle management position, she learns that attractiveness alone is not sufficient. Lacking a romantic inclination, she dedicates herself to work and leisure, ultimately finding herself alone. Just as she gives up on love, she encounters a man at a party she attended with a colleague. The man, named Ichiro Kashiwakura, is 25 years old and unremarkable. They initiate a relationship and, unexpectedly, Ichiro passionately proposes to Haruko. Recognizing his genuine affection, she accepts and they wed. However, she has yet to disclose her true age to him.

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Home with Kids(家有儿女)

2005China
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsFamilySitcom

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Xia Dong Hai, a children's drama director who is divorced, returns to Beijing from the United States with his young son Xia Yu, also known as "Little Yu," and daughter Xiao Xue, also known as "Little Xue," to create a new family with Liu Mei, a divorced woman who has a son named Liu Xing from her previous marriage. The five of them reside happily together in a modern flat in Beijing. The storyline focuses on the family members navigating through various life challenges and their efforts to overcome them. This family dynamic is uncommon in modern Chinese society due to the one-child policy.

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Tengoku no Koi(天国の恋)

2013Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, and Drama themes with a 21% similarity match.

In "Love of the Heavens," the story revolves around a romance between a woman in her forties and men in their twenties. Itsuki Hanyu, a 41-year-old housewife, runs a used bookstore and is stuck in a troubled marriage, with her 14-year-old daughter being the only reason it hasn't fallen apart. One day, Itsuki's dormant desires are awakened when she catches Shida Motoharu trying to steal an erotic novel from her shop. Fueled by her newfound desires, Itsuki embarks on a love affair with the young man. Later on, she encounters Kunimoto Satoshi/Komato Shio, who bears a striking resemblance to a past love and brings back dark secrets from the past.

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Hito ni Yasashiku(人にやさしく)

2002Japan
Age GapAge GapComedySlight RomanceBromanceCharacter DevelopmentChild AbandonmentChild Male LeadFound FamilyPart-time Worker Male LeadPoor Male Lead

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Slight Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

This is a tale of three roommates named Zen, Taro, and Ken who discover they have become fathers overnight, forcing them to mature in front of their own eyes. Despite their varying ages, they were all considered the toughest students at Harajuku Middle School. Now residing together in a home they fondly call "Peace", they face financial struggles despite the appealing name. Nevertheless, they continue to live by their motto of embracing a cheerful, fun, and funky lifestyle. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they discover a young boy named Akira left on their doorstep with a note from his mother requesting temporary care. To their surprise, Akira is unlike them, having been raised in a sheltered environment, making them rethink their own way of life.

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Village Love Season 15(乡村爱情15)

2023China
ComedyDramaMultiple MainsCountryside SettingFamilyVillage Setting

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Host Sozoku Shichaimashita(ホスト相続しちゃいました)

2023Japan
Age GapAge GapComedyDramaBar Owner Female LeadGender BenderHost-Hostess Club SettingHost-Hostess Supporting CharacterLGBTQ+Lesbian Supporting CharacterStudent Supporting CharacterUncle-Niece Relationship

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 20% similarity match.

The plot centers on Motohashi Kumiko, a employee at an advertising firm who unexpectedly becomes the owner of a host club called "MAJEST" in Kabukicho following her uncle's passing

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The Happy Seven in Chang'an(喜卷常乐城)

2024China
ComedyMultiple MainsSlight RomanceSlow Burn RomanceBickering Mains' RelationshipBreaking The Fourth WallDebtDebt Passed To ChildrenFriendshipHistoricalSecondary CoupleSlapstick

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Multiple Mains, Slight Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Xie Quan Jia, a young woman from a rural area who ventured to Changle City to find her missing father, unexpectedly becomes the heiress of the wealthy local businessman, Li Tian Di. However, she soon learns that instead of inheriting a fortune, she has inherited a substantial amount of debt. Feeling overwhelmed, Xie Quan Jia is visited by several individuals at the Li mansion: the honorable young creditor Shangguan Gu Chuan, the scholar Fan Zhong Ju who is in town for imperial exams and seeking lodging, and Liu Lang who has come to repay a debt of gratitude to Li Tian Di. With her father gone and debts looming, Xie Quan Jia decides to allow these men to stay in the mansion and rents out rooms to a princess from the Western Regions and her companion fleeing an arranged marriage, as well as Guo Dong Li, a restaurant owner, in an effort to ease the financial strain. Living under one roof, each person strives to achieve their own goals in Changle. Despite the challenges of pursuing their dreams and managing a constant stream of visitors, they find a sense of contentment amidst the chaos.

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The Swimsuit Saga(乘风踏浪)

2024China
ComedyDramaSlight RomanceBusinessFamilyLife

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The Runner(大步走)

2020Hong Kong
ComedyDramaSportsFamilyFriendshipRunning

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The story revolves around the theme of discovering the true meaning of life through the sport of long-distance running, focusing on a group of athletes who belong to a running club. Ho Ka Yan, an editor for an online media platform, is tasked with investigating the athletics club for any scandals. During her investigation, she meets the running coach Yuen Lik and the two gradually form a bond despite Yuen Lik's reluctance to form personal connections due to his past. Kwok Pui Yee, the daughter of Kwok Wong Po, joins the club for her own reasons while her father becomes a sponsor. Yuen Lik takes on the responsibility of caring for his friend Lai Shun Fan's son, revealing a shared history between Shun Fan and Ka Yan. When Shun Fan faces a health crisis, Yuen Lik is determined to support him through his struggles, prompting Yuen Lik to reevaluate his own life choices and return to the track for a fresh start.

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Umi no Ue no Shinryoujo(海の上の診療所 )

2013Japan
ComedyDramaSlight RomanceDoctor Male LeadEccentric Male LeadMedical

Like Mental Coach Jegal, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Doctor Kouta Sezaki operates on a mobile clinic that travels across the Seto Inland Sea. Despite his medical expertise, he has a tendency to develop strong feelings for women he encounters. During a visit to an island, Kouta becomes enamored with a local woman and becomes entangled in her medical issues, enlisting the help of others. However, his romantic advances are rebuffed, and he sadly continues his journey to the next destination.