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Nekonin(猫忍)

2017Japan
Adapted From A GameAdventureAnimalCatComedyEdo PeriodHidden IdentityHistoricalHistorical FictionNinja Male LeadTokugawa Shogunate

At the age of 10, young ninja Kagerota from the Kiryu clan was separated from his father, the renowned ninja Kenzan. Growing up without experiencing love, Kagerota embarks on a mission to Edo with his ninja companions. Their task is to steal special goldfish from a feudal lord's residence. As they approach the goldfish, they notice a peculiar fat cat with a red nose nearby. The cat's resemblance to his father leaves Kagerota intrigued. ~

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Neko Zamurai Season 2(猫侍 SEASON2)

2015Japan
AdventureAnimalCatComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateSamurai Male Lead

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Neko Zamurai( 猫侍 )

2013Japan
Adapted From A GameAnimalCatComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateBushidoLifeSamurai Male LeadSwordsman Male Lead

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adapted From A Game, Animal, Cat, Comedy, Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 53% similarity match.

Kyutaro, once a feared swordsman, now lives in poverty and solitude. Struggling to make ends meet without resorting to his sword, Kyutaro is approached by Sakichi with a job offer. Sakichi wants Kyutaro to eliminate a white cat named "Tamanojoh", which has caused his boss Yozaemon to undergo a transformation into a more childlike demeanor. Initially hesitant, Kyutaro ultimately agrees to the task for the financial reward. Upon encountering the white cat, Kyutaro is struck by its beauty. ~

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Ichiro(一路)

2015Japan
AdventureEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateNovel AdaptationJidaigekiMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 36% similarity match.

Onodera Ichiro, a 19-year-old who grew up in an Edo household, is urgently called back to his hometown following the accidental death of his father, who served as the head attendant for feudal lord processions. Ichiro belongs to the Makisaka family from West Mino, who, despite being vassals of the shogun with 7,500 koku, hold the esteemed status of feudal lords. Despite facing potential punishment for the fire caused by neglect, Ichiro is appointed as the head attendant due to the imminent departure of the procession. With no experience in this role, Ichiro risks the future of his family line. Feeling overwhelmed and without support, Ichiro decides to rely on the ancestral records of the processions, which his father protected at all costs, as he sets out for Edo. Unbeknownst to him, the procession has been manipulated to bring down the feudal lord and potentially destroy his family.

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Ooku: Dai-isho(大奥〜第一章〜)

2004Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDrama

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 33% similarity match.

The fourth installment of the Ooku series focuses on the time of the 3rd Shogun, Tokugawa Iemitsu, and the establishment of the Ooku. Iemitsu was raised by his nanny, O-fuku, while his younger brother Tadanaga was raised by their biological mother, who was the Shogun's wife. Throughout his upbringing, there was tension between his mother and nanny, both vying for his success as the future Shogun. The series recounts various events from Iemitsu's childhood to adulthood, detailing his journey to power.

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Kagero no Tsuji 3(陽炎の辻3)

2009Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDrama

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 33% similarity match.

This tale follows a talented sword fighter who faces challenges with a firm commitment to fairness and a sincere compassion for the common people. Iwane, betrothed to Okon, is tasked with protecting the Shogun's heir apparent, who is poised to become the next ruler. Iwane endeavors to shield the Shogun's son from hired killers sent by the influential advisor aiming to increase his own political influence. (NHK)

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Tsuma wa Kunoichi(妻は、くノ一)

2013Japan
Edo PeriodHidden IdentityHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDramaMiniseriesMultiple MainsNinja Female Lead

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Hidden Identity, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 33% similarity match.

During the late Edo period, Futaboshi Hikoma, the astronomer of the Hirado domain, is known for his unique passion for the stars and the sea. When a lovely bride named Orie enters his life, Hikoma promises to cherish her forever. Sadly, Orie mysteriously disappears after only a short time of marriage. Little does Hikoma know, Orie is a skilled female ninja sent by the shogunate to investigate the Hirado domain for suspected illegal activities. The shogunate plans to punish the domain as a warning to others in the western regions. Unaware of this, Hikoma travels to Edo in search of his missing wife. Through a friend named Senemon, he meets Matsuura Seizan, the former feudal lord of Hirado, who warns Hikoma that he will harm Orie if she is found. Hikoma vows to protect his wife at all costs. To locate Orie, Hikoma takes on a role as an instructor at a local school and befriends a boy named Tarokichi. Meanwhile, strange occurrences, such as festival music playing at Seizan's residence at night, lead Hikoma and the children on a journey to uncover the truth. However, their investigation unknowingly brings them closer to the shogunate's hidden agenda.

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Ooku (2024)(大奥)

2024Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDrama

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the women connected to the Tokugawa shogun lineage, with a spotlight on Isonomiya Tomoko and her strategic marriage to the 10th shogun, Tokugawa Ieharu

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Ooku: Hana no Ran(大奥〜華の乱〜)

2005Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDramaMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 31% similarity match.

Illustrates the fierce conflicts among the female figures connected to Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, the fifth shogun.

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Onmitsu Happyaku Yachou(隠密八百八町)

2011Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDramaMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 31% similarity match.

Taking place during the early 1800s in Edo Period Japan, the people are facing hardships under the rule of the Tokugawa shogunate

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Denshichi Torimonochou 2(伝七捕物帳 2)

2017Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDramaMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 31% similarity match.

Denshichi from Kuromoncho works under a police officer and uses a special purple truncheon to combat crime in the alleys of Edo. This truncheon was given to him by Inspector Toyama Saemon, who oversees Kitamachi. Denshichi focuses on punishing wrongdoing rather than the wrongdoers themselves and shows compassion and kindness. Despite his cheerful demeanor, he carries the burden of accidentally causing a person's death while trying to help another. This is why he emphasizes the importance of preserving life no matter the circumstances.

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Ooka Echizen Season 4 (2018)(大岡越前4)

2018Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDramaMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 31% similarity match.

Ooka Echizen was a magistrate in the Edo period who backed the Kyoho Reforms proposed by the eighth shogun, Tokugawa Yoshimune. In addition to overseeing Edo, Ooka served on the judicial council and handled local government matters, as well as the management of temples and shrines. He dispensed justice with compassion and impartiality, earning a reputation for his fair and humane rulings known as Ooka Sabaki.

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Yaji x Kita Ganzo Tokaidochu Hizakurige(やじ×きた 元祖・東海道中膝栗毛)

2019Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionNovel AdaptationFriendship

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yaji and Kita travel together as a pair. Kita, who is easily swayed by women, is in debt, while Yaji, who is married, faces a dilemma between his wife and supporting his friend. Their escapades are chronicled by writer Jippensha Ikku. Taken from the book.

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Aoi Tokugawa Sandai(葵~德川三代~)

2000Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateDramaSengoku PeriodTaiga

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 29% similarity match.

The 39th NHK Taiga Drama is titled Aoi Tokugawa Sandai. This series, written by James Miki, follows the story of three generations of the Tokugawa family, starting from its founder Ieyasu to Iemitsu, the third Shogun who strengthened the Tokugawa dynasty. (DramaWiki)

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Shinsengumi Keppuroku (2011)(新選組血風録)

2011Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateNovel AdaptationBakumatsuShinsengumi

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Kokichi no Nyoubou(小吉の女房)

2019Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionDramaFamilyMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 29% similarity match.

The Tenpo era marks the conclusion of the Edo period. Despite facing financial challenges on a daily basis, Nobu, the humble wife of Katsuie, maintains a cheerful demeanor. In this period, social status does not dictate relationships, and Nobu's kind heart is truly commendable. Katsukichi, my husband, is a skilled marksman with robust arms that are hard to dislike. I cannot help but adore Koiyoshi. Kokichi is supported by his radiance, carefree attitude, wisdom, and drive in facing life's challenges. Meanwhile, their son Rintaro observes his parents with a calm and intelligent demeanor. Inheriting righteousness from his father, Katsu Kaifune, Rintaro is determined to protect the people of Edo, displaying a love that transcends his mother's social standing.

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Kokichi no Nyoubou 2(小吉の女房2)

2022Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionDramaFamilyMiniseries

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During the Tenpo era at the end of the Edo period, there was a strong focus on reform. Katsuya Kokichi is known for his powerful arms, while his wife Onobu admires them when questioned. Despite facing financial struggles, she maintains a cheerful demeanor. Their son Rintaro is intelligent and ambitious, aiming to study Dutch in order to one day help the people of Edo as "Katsu Kaishu." Interestingly, he has recently developed feelings for a geisha from Fukagawa.

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Ooku Season 2(大奥 Season2)

2023Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateAdapted From A MangaDramaRomance

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 29% similarity match.

Based on Yoshinaga Fumi's manga "Ooku" ( ).

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Kaden Samurai(家電侍)

2022Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionPoor Male LeadPovertySamurai Male LeadSci-Fi

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 27% similarity match.

In the Edo era, a distressed samurai is given cutting-edge household gadgets from the contemporary world

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Nu Hai Xiongxin - Wrath of the Sea(怒海雄心)

2010China
AdventureHistoricalHistorical FictionMing Dynasty

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Isobe Isobee Monogatari: Ukiyo wa Tsurai yo(磯部磯兵衛物語~浮世はつらいよ~)

2024Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionAdapted From A MangaDramaLifeMiniseriesSamurai Male Lead

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 25% similarity match.

Isobe Isobee is a student at a samurai school who aspires to become a renowned samurai, yet he constantly attempts to avoid putting in effort on a daily basis

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Fluffy Love(都嘛是你的毛)

2021Taiwan
AnimalCatComedyMiniseries

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Deng Deng, a street kitten, was born into a world where his siblings were being adopted one by one, leaving him alone. Determined to find someone who would serve him for life, Deng Deng came across Lu Chun Hsiang, a person with a kind heart. Together, they embarked on a journey filled with incredible communication skills between humans and animals. They tackled various challenges such as understanding pets' predatory instincts, the impact of pets' names on their personalities, and jealousy among pet owners. They also explored the experiences of dogs abandoned in shelters and the heartbreak felt by pets when separated from their beloved owners. (Taiwan Cinema/TAICCA)

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Captain of Destiny(張保仔)

2015Hong Kong
AdventureComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionQing DynastyRomanceSecondary CoupleSupernaturalTime Travel

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the midst of a high-speed pursuit on a motorboat, local police officer Wong Tai Mui is swept up into a waterspout that serves as a portal through time. She finds herself transported back to 19th century Hong Kong during the Qing dynasty. There, she encounters a Cantonese pirate named Cheng Yat, along with his wife Shek Giu and their adopted son Cheung Po Tsai. Despite their skepticism about her sudden appearance, Tai Mui uses her knowledge of the future to help them escape a dangerous naval battle against the Qing fleet led by Prince Man Ho. Meanwhile, in Beijing's Imperial Palace, Consorts Yim and Shun scheme to increase their own power while manipulating Prince Man Ho. Disillusioned with the political intrigue and family conflicts, Prince Man Ho decides to leave the palace and abandon his aspirations for the throne. As a waterspout forms over the Canton Sea during a solar eclipse, Po Tsai assists Tai Mui in accessing the time portal that will return her to the 21st century. In a selfless act, he joins her on the journey back to the future.

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Nogaremono Orin(逃亡者おりん)

2006Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionAction

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In the era of Edo under the rule of the ninth Shogun Ieshige, Orin's father was wrongly charged with trying to kill the previous Shogun Yoshimune. Following her father's instructions, Orin becomes a member of the covert assassination squad Tegusari-nin, led by Uemura Doetsu. Within the group, Orin bravely faces numerous threats. However, she eventually discovers that Doetsu is manipulating her for his own gain.

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Gintama 2: Yonimo Kimyo na Gintama-chan(銀魂2 –世にも奇妙な銀魂ちゃん-)

2018Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionAdapted From A MangaAlienMiniseriesSamurai Male LeadSci-Fi

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The Three Musketeers(삼총사)

2014South Korea
AdventureComedyHidden IdentityHistoricalHistorical FictionActionBromanceFriendshipJoseon DynastyLove SquareNice Male LeadRevengeRomanceRoyalty

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Hidden Identity, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 25% similarity match.

Set against the backdrop of the Joseon Dynasty (during a tumultuous era marked by justification conflicts and espionage as the Ming transitioned to the Qing), the story unfolds during a time of heightened public demand for social change. This historical action-romance drama, structured in three arcs, depicts the lives of warriors and spies navigating the complexities of borders. It centers on Crown Prince So Hyeon, his loyal bodyguards Heo Seung Po and An Min Seo, and Park Dal Hyang, a yangban warrior who, despite his humble beginnings, possesses charm and good looks. Dal Hyang finds himself entangled in a love triangle involving Yoon Seo, the Crown Princess, and Crown Prince So Hyeon. Additionally, Jo Mi Ryeong, who was once the prince’s first love, transforms into his adversary, seeking vengeance against him. Loosely inspired by Alexandre Dumas's novel "The Three Musketeers."

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Justice Sung Begins(狀王之王)

2024Hong Kong
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionQing Dynasty

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During the Qing Dynasty, a period marked by political corruption and unethical officials, the people of China faced great hardships. Exploiting the chaos, foreign powers launched various invasions on the country. Amidst these turbulent times, a young hero named Song Shi Jie emerged quietly. Born to a jailer, Jie grew up observing the injustices and sorrows of the world from within the prison walls. He came to believe that the concepts of law and justice were distant ideals. Unconcerned with wealth or fame, Jie assisted his friend He Shouxin in achieving success and then set out on his own path to become an official. Alongside his brother Song Ajiu Lang, Jie lived a carefree life, encountering and outsmarting thieves and bullies with ease. His life took a turn when he crossed paths with Linglong, a woman of mysterious background with fierce temperament and exceptional martial arts skills. Despite their initial conflicts, Jie and Linglong's destinies intertwined, leading them to become a devoted couple. Jie's reputation as a skilled lawyer quickly spread throughout the country, attracting numerous clients and important figures seeking his assistance. Together with Linglong, brother Jiu, and maid Xiao Feng, Jie formed an unstoppable team capable of solving any case, big or small. Their keen eyes never missed a detail, ensuring that no case went unsolved.

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Nuke Mairu - Onna 3-nin Ise Mairi(ぬけまいる~女三人伊勢参り)

2018Japan
AdventureEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionNovel AdaptationDramaFriendshipMiniseriesSismance

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 25% similarity match.

In their younger days, Ino, the daughter of a restaurant owner, Shika, the elegant wife of a samurai, and Chou, the owner of a sundries shop, formed a close trio in Bakurocho in Edo. Now in their thirties, each woman is feeling disheartened by their current situations, unable to confide in anyone. Suddenly, they decide to leave behind their responsibilities and families to embark on the Nuke Mairi pilgrimage to the Ise Grand Shrine, a popular journey during the Edo Period. Setting out on foot along the Tokaido, the main road connecting Kyoto and Edo, the three women aim to start afresh at Ise.

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Twin of Brothers (2011)(大唐双龙传之长生诀)

2011China
AdventureComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionActionNovel AdaptationMartial ArtsRomanceSui DynastyWuxia

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 24% similarity match.

Taking place at the conclusion of the Sui Dynasty, a period marked by various factions vying for control, this tale introduces two young orphans, Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling. Through a series of fortunate events, they come into possession of "The Secret to Long Life", granting them exceptional martial skills and an opportunity to ascend to prominence in a tumultuous era. Inspired by the work of Wong Yee.

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O-Edo Steam Punk(大江戸スチームパンク)

2020Japan
ComedyEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionBuddy CopFriendshipMiniseriesNice Male LeadRivalrySci-Fi

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 24% similarity match.

Oedo is a bustling community with a diverse population. Yuta, an aspiring blacksmith, desires to assist others despite his lack of strength. One fateful day, he crosses paths with the inventor, Hiraga Gennai. Gennai presents Yuta with his creation - a steam-powered armor that enhances the wearer's strength manifold. Meanwhile, the malevolent organization Shimavaran, under the leadership of Amakusa Shiro, edges closer to Oedo. Yuta suits up in the steam-powered armor to confront Shimavaran! What lies ahead for the destiny of Oedo?

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Treasure Venture(俠女闖天關)

2000China
AdventureComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionActionMartial ArtsMing DynastyRomanceTreasure HuntingWuxia

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During the Ming Dynasty, the Emperor tasked three individuals with locating a renowned book on country and people management. This book was concealed within the tomb of the first Ming emperor, along with a significant amount of gold. The trio who entered the tomb consisted of the Emperor's royal brother, Chen Wong Ye, an official named Lu Duan Wen, and his spouse. To unlock the tomb, they required three keys. Inside the tomb, Chen Wong Ye harbored intentions of eliminating Lu Duan Wen and his wife in order to seize the treasure and the book, with aspirations of usurping his brother and claiming the throne for himself. Thankfully, a grave robber named Li Jia Li intervened to rescue Lu Duan Wen and his wife, allowing Chen Wong Ye to flee with one key. Lu Duan Wen and his wife retained one key, while the grave robber held onto the third key. They agreed to a pact that involved their children marrying each other. On the journey back, Lu Duan Wen went into labor and delivered a baby girl with the assistance of a benevolent elderly man named Wu Ma. Tragically, she passed away shortly thereafter.

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Kuroshoin no Rokubei(黒書院の六兵衛)

2018Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateNovel AdaptationDramaMilitaryMiniseriesPoliticalSamurai Male Lead

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 24% similarity match.

In 1868, discussions between the shogunate and the new government lead to the agreement to hand over Edo Castle. Kakurai Hayato, a hesitant warrior from Owari supporting the government forces, is tasked with overseeing the smooth surrender of the castle. The only issue is a retainer named Matooya Rokubei who refuses to leave. Rokubei, a former guard of the shogun, remains seated and only moves to attend to personal needs. Due to promises made to Saigo Takamori and Katsu Kaishu, disputes within the castle are prohibited, making it impossible to remove Rokubei by force. As Kakurai spends more time with the man, he begins to develop a strange understanding and respect for Rokubei's traditional demeanor.

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Daifugou Doushin Season 2(大富豪同心2)

2021Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionTokugawa ShogunateNovel AdaptationDramaInvestigationLifeMiniseriesMystery

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Tokugawa Shogunate themes with a 24% similarity match.

The air around Edo Castle holds a tense vibe. A childless general falls gravely ill during a power struggle for succession. In order to protect a man who resembles Unokichi, the shogun summons Amari Bizen no Kami and his younger brother Yukichiyo. However, an immediate attempt on Yukichiyo's life forces him to flee and go into hiding. To ensure Yukichiyo's safety, Amari Bizen switches their identities, making Yukichiyo pose as Unokichi and vice versa.

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Guangdong Gentleman(关东大先生)

2009China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican EraRomance

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The Legend of Meng Lai Cai(孟来财传奇)

2010China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican EraRomance

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Wu Long Ke Zhan(乌龙客栈)

2021China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionMing DynastyShort Length Series

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In the Eye of the Beholder(秋香怒點唐伯虎)

2010Hong Kong
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionMing DynastyRomance

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The versatile scholar Tong Bak Fu is on a journey across the country accompanied by his close friend Wat Gei. He is in search of the final beauty to include in his 'Nine Beauties Painting'. Along the way, he develops feelings for Chau Heung, a maid from the Wah family, and decides to paint her to complete his masterpiece. To get closer to her, he joins the Wah family as a servant. Initially, Chau Heung sees Tong Bak Fu as lacking in talent. However, as challenges arise that only Tong Bak Fu can overcome, their relationship becomes more complicated. Despite having different perspectives on life, Tong Bak Fu and Chau Heung find themselves at odds. The situation is further complicated by Princess Tin Yuk, who constantly bullies Tong Bak Fu and others but eventually falls in love with him. Adding to the drama, Tong Bak Fu becomes entangled in a power struggle involving the Emperor, Prince Ling, and others.

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Minimoni's Bremen town Musicians(ミニモニ。でブレーメンの音楽隊)

2004Japan
AdventureAnimalCatDogLife

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Animal, and Cat themes with a 23% similarity match.

The tale follows a donkey, dog, cat, and rooster who are no longer needed on their farms and face mistreatment. They decide to leave their homes and head to Bremen, a place known for its freedom, where they plan to live independently and pursue a career in music.

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Oedo Yoshiwara Jikencho(お江戸吉原事件帖)

2007Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionDramaMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

Set in the Yoshiwara red-light district of Edo, this period drama follows four women from different professions who are proud of their community. They band together to seek retribution against men who mistreat the district's prostitutes.

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Kagero no Tsuji 2(陽炎の辻 2)

2008Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionDramaSwordsman Male Lead

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

This tale follows a skilled swordsman who faces challenges with a firm commitment to justice and sincere compassion for ordinary people. Despite residing in Edo for four years, Iwane continues to live in a row house next to a masterless samurai and his family, who often cause trouble for him. Commoners seek Iwane's assistance with various issues, and he happily resolves them while engaging in friendly interactions with them, including his former fiancée and a girl from the neighborhood who looks up to him. (NHK)

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Yuan Lai Jiu Shi Ni(原来就是你)

2004China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionQing DynastyRomance

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

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King of Kings (2002)(王中王)

2002China
AdventureHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican EraRomance

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

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Akinai Seiden: Kin to Gin(あきない世傳 金と銀)

2023Japan
Edo PeriodHistoricalHistorical FictionNovel AdaptationMiniseries

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Edo Period, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

During Tokugawa Yoshimune's rule in Edo, Sachi from Tsutomura loses her father and brother to illness and starts working at the Isuzuya kimono shop in Tenma, Osaka. The shopkeeper Jihei imparts business knowledge to the apprentices using "business traffic" as a teaching tool at night. Intrigued, Sachi pays close attention and finds herself drawn to the world of business. Two years later, the fourth-generation owner of the shop, Tokubei, marries Kikuei, the daughter of a prominent merchant, but Tokubei encounters a problem...

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The Eloquent Ji Xiaolan Season 3(铁齿铜牙纪晓岚3)

2006China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionDramaQing Dynasty

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

The knowledgeable scholar Ji Xiao Lan engages in a continuous mental and verbal clash with the seemingly gentlemanly yet corrupt official He Shen, both enjoying the battle with no clear winner. Emperor Qian Long's actions sow discord between them, leading Ji Xiao Lan and He Shen to strategize relentlessly. The BronzeTeeth III consists of six stories that vividly depict power struggles in the Qing imperial court through humor, anger, and curses.

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Legend of Feng(壮士出征)

2008China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionQing DynastyYouth

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 23% similarity match.

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Swords of Legends(古剑奇谭)

2014China
Adapted From A GameAdventureHistoricalHistorical FictionActionCultivationFantasyMartial ArtsTang DynastyWuxiaXianxia

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adapted From A Game, Adventure, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the story of Legend of the Ancient Sword, set in the Tang Dynasty, young warrior Bai Li Tu Su senses a mysterious energy within him that can only be calmed by using the Sword of Burning Solitude. While battling thieves, he encounters Ouyang Shao Gong and Fang Lan Sheng, who are searching for a jade trinket that can help them concoct a potion for resurrection. Tu Su decides to accompany them on their journey, hoping that the potion will awaken his sleeping mother. Along the way, he crosses paths with Feng Qing Xue, an immortal seeking her brother on Earth. When Shao Gong's potion proves successful, Tu Su learns that his mother is in peril and he must confront the power-hungry Shao Gong to protect the world.

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Gods of Honour(封神榜)

2001Hong Kong
AdventureComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionActionNovel AdaptationFantasyMartial ArtsRomanceShang DynastyWuxia

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 22% similarity match.

Throughout history, China has been ruled by various tyrants who were known for their aggression and immorality. One infamous tyrant was King Zhou of the Shang dynasty, whose oppressive rule led to the legendary overthrow by King Wu of the Zhou dynasty. This epic battle between good and evil caused great turmoil and sorrow in ancient China, resulting in the sacrifice of numerous brave warriors. To comfort the grieving people, the Celestial Realm established the Rostrum of Gods of Honour. The tale also highlights the importance of filial piety, featuring prominent figures like Nezha and Daji.

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Zhu Gui's Inn(龙虎山客栈)

2008China
AdventureComedyHistoricalActionMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Historical themes with a 21% similarity match.

Zhu Gui's Inn on Dragon-Tiger Mountain serves as a gathering place for the Liang Shan Heroes, as well as a hub for exchanging various news and updates regarding the Imperial Palace, the activities of the officials, and the ongoing pursuit of the infamous outlaws from the marshlands.

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Longmen Express(龙门镖局)

2013China
AdventureComedyHistoricalActionMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Historical themes with a 21% similarity match.

The show centers around a team of employees at a courier service and security firm, where the daily routine is filled with conflicts of pride, unprofessional conduct, and lively humor.

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Foresighted Liu Bo Wen(神机妙算刘伯温)

2015China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionMing DynastyPoliticalSmart Male Lead

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 21% similarity match.

The focus of the story is on Liu Bo Wen, who played a key role in combating corruption and opposing treacherous officials in the Ming Dynasty's Hongwu era. (Chinese Drama Head Quarter Youtube Channel)

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Medical Shop(医馆笑传)

2015China
ComedyHistoricalHistorical FictionDramaMedicalMing Dynasty

Like Nekonin, this drama also features Comedy, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 21% similarity match.

The narrative follows a collection of doctors who appear to be entertaining in the Ming Dynasty's capital. Teaming up with the assassin from the East Factory and the West Factory, they create an enchanting group of detectives. Collaborating, they unravel a comical mystery tale.