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Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan(盗まれた顔 ~ ミアタリ捜査班)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationCrimeDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMafiaMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysteryOrganized CrimeSuspenseThrillerYakuza

Detective Shirato Takamasa works in the Investigation Cooperation Section of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. His specialty lies in identifying wanted criminals solely based on their facial features. One day, he comes across the face of Sunami, a former senior detective who died under mysterious circumstances four years ago.

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Hanzai Shokogun Season 2(犯罪症候群 Season 2)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerRevenge

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 57% similarity match.

Season 2 of the show centers around Kaburagi, who was in a relationship with Muto's sister in the past

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Keiji no Genba Season 2(刑事の現場2 )

2009Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 54% similarity match.

This tale follows a young detective and a seasoned detective who hold contrasting values, as they strive to maintain their professional integrity. Keigo is partnered with Umeki, an adept but obstinate detective on the verge of retiring. The story unfolds as the young detective navigates his career while clashing with Umeki, questioning whether to show compassion towards criminals or to treat them with animosity.

Recommendation: Keiji no Genba similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Keiji no Genba(刑事の現場 )

2008Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 54% similarity match.

In a television series, a new police officer joins forces with an experienced detective to form a strong bond while facing challenges together. Keigo begins working at a nearby police precinct and is paired with Shoichi, a seasoned detective who is reserved but kind-hearted and nearing the end of his career. The show depicts the growth of the young detective as he navigates his career alongside the veteran detective and others involved in their cases.

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Jikken Keiji Totori 2( 実験刑事トトリ 2)

2013Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 54% similarity match.

Totori Hiroshi, formerly a professor specializing in bionomics, made a career change by taking the MPD mid-career recruitment exams. Upon successfully passing the exams, he was delighted to be placed in Division 1. Despite a year having gone by, Totori's partner, Yasunaga Teppei, continues to struggle with the fact that Totori, as a rookie, is older and more experienced than him.

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Go-nin no Junko(5人のジュンコ)

2015Japan
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Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Crime, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 54% similarity match.

Satake Junko was recently taken into custody as the primary suspect in a series of murders involving five men. This development has garnered significant attention in various media outlets and talk shows. Journalist Tanabe Junko decided to delve into the case in hopes of uncovering a big story. She reached out to Shinoda Junko, a former classmate of Satake, who claimed to be close to her. Shinoda invited Tanabe to her office for a discussion. On the other hand, Fukutome Junko, a former colleague of Tanabe who saw her on TV, contacted her and invited her over to her house. When Tanabe visited, she was hoping for information related to the case, but instead, Fukutome, now a homemaker, talked about issues regarding the hierarchy in her company's housing complex. Subsequently, a man contacted Tanabe claiming to have been a potential victim of Satake. This man happened to be the son of another woman named Junko. As these women, from different walks of life and unrelated to the murders, found themselves connected solely by their shared first name, they unwittingly became entangled in a web of deceit and hostility. Derived from Mari Yukiko's novel "5-nin no Junko."

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Specialist (2016)(スペシャリスト)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

A decade ago, Takuma Yoshito was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Despite receiving a 15-year prison sentence, evidence later revealed that he was wrongly accused, leading to his exoneration. Subsequently, Takuma was reinstated to the Kyoto Prefectural Police due to his expertise in criminal psychology. He then transferred to Tokyo, where he joined a newly formed unit without a designated name. Motivated by the tragic death of a significant individual, Takuma decides to join the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to uncover a major conspiracy. He partners with a young female detective named Maria, who harbors a secret and happens to be the niece of the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency.

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Tokuso 9 Season 3(特捜9 season3)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Nine months have passed since the departure of the former leader of the Special Investigations Unit. Asawa Naoki and his team no longer receive assistance requests from the First Investigation Division, but they continue to be involved in tasks like ensuring security. The impact of Mihara Tatsuro, the ex-chief of criminal investigations who harbored resentment towards the Special Investigations Unit and was removed from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, lingers within the organization.

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Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room Season 2(ボイスII 110緊急指令室)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerStrong Female Lead

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Detective Shogo Higuchi and Leader Hikari Tachibana of the Emergency Command Center collaborate closely to rescue victims and apprehend wrongdoers promptly. Their current adversary is a malevolent individual displaying intense rage, reflecting the frustrations of certain youths towards society. These younger individuals perceive the criminal's actions as a form of self-expression rather than just criminal behavior.

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Shinhannin(真犯人)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller1980sDeathMurder

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

In 2008, there was a tragic incident involving the death of Sudo Isao, a dealer of pre-owned cars, in Shizuoka Prefecture. Detective Kusaka Satoru, working at Susuno Precinct of the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, begins investigating Sudo's background. Through his investigation, Kusaka discovers that Sudo had a son named Obata Mamoru from a previous marriage, who was tragically killed in a kidnapping case in Shizuoka back in 1974. In 1988, a special task force was established by the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, led by police chief Hashibami Yasuhide, just before the statute of limitations on the kidnapping case expired. Shigeto Seiichiro, a non-career officer who had risen to the position of superintendent, was appointed as the director of this task force, which consisted of six skilled detectives, to re-investigate the case. Kusaka is puzzled as to why Sudo, who had been living in Tokyo for over two decades following his son's death, was murdered in Shizuoka Prefecture. He believes that revisiting the kidnapping and murder of Sudo's son will bring clarity to the current case. Kusaka seeks help from Shigeto, who had left the police force long ago, and together they reach out to Mamoru's mother, Saeko, and her sister, Rie, as they get closer to uncovering the true culprit.

Recommendation: Mikkoku wa Utau similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Mikkoku wa Utau(密告はうたう)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathDeath Of A Co-workerDramaTorture

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Sara Masaki, a detective in Investigation Team 1 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, faces the tragic loss of his colleague, Detective Saito Kota, during a murder investigation. Following this, Masaki is reassigned to Personnel Department 1 within the Inspection Division, still grappling with the death of his coworker. Despite his grief, Masaki encounters hostility from his coworkers. When a mysterious letter arrives at the personnel department accusing Detective Minaguchi Nako of leaking confidential information, Masaki launches his own investigation. This leads him to delve into the unresolved case of his colleague's death.

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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 3(コールドケース3 ~真実の扉~)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDramaFlashback To PastPolice Department Setting

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Multiple Mains, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Updated version: Revamp of the American television show "Cold Case" that originally aired in 2003.

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Prison Hotel (2017)(プリズンホテル)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationCrimeMafiaMiniseriesOrganized CrimeSuspenseThrillerYakuzaComedyHorrorHotel SettingRomance

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After dedicating 25 years to the Crown Hotel Group, a prominent hotel chain in Japan, Kazuma Hanazawa finally achieves his goal of becoming a manager. His excitement quickly fades as he arrives at his new assignment and is greeted by intimidating individuals and foreign employees. To his surprise, the hotel's owner, Kido Nakazo, is a powerful figure in the yakuza. The hotel primarily caters to yakuza members who are typically unwelcome at other establishments due to their tattoos. This realization dawns on Hanazawa as he discovers that the hotel is essentially managed by Nakazo's associates, serving as a haven for yakuza gatherings. The hotel has earned the nickname "Prison Hotel" due to its reputation among the public.

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Kokou no Sakebi(孤高の叫び)

2017Japan
CrimeMafiaMiniseriesOrganized CrimeSuspenseThrillerYakuzaActionGang

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Following the violation of a truce by two Washizu yakuza members, their irresponsible behavior leads to a violent and deadly outcome.

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Stained(心冤)

2019Hong Kong
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDisappearancePolice Inspector Female Lead

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Inspector Bo Fei Fung is under suspicion for potential criminal involvement and disloyalty to the police department following the sudden disappearance of her husband, Lau Wai Yi, who is now a key suspect in a corruption case as a former police detective. In order to clear her name, Inspector Fung must work alongside detective Kei Tak Sing to unravel the truth behind her husband's vanishing, all while tackling a series of real-life high-profile crime cases in Hong Kong.

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LINK (2013)(リンク)

2013Japan
CrimeInvestigationMiniseriesMultiple MainsMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Crime, Investigation, Miniseries, Multiple Mains, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Terahara Ken, a former police officer now employed by a private security company, is called back to Japan from Taiwan to provide protection for Matsuoka Takanori, the secretary-general of the Democratic Party. Meanwhile, public prosecutor Sakurai Satoko, who had been relocated to the Kochi District Public Prosecutors Office due to a previous whistleblowing case, is reassigned back to the Special Investigation Department of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office by her former boss in order to prosecute a high-profile individual. During this time, a branch of Tokyo Aoba Shinkin Bank is bombed and its armored cash transport vehicle is stolen. The mastermind behind these crimes is a young man named Aoyagi Tomoya, whose actions bring together Terahara, Matsuoka, Satoko, and Ishikawa Aki, an employee at Aoba Shinkin Bank.

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Tokuso 9(特捜9)

2018Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department SettingPolice Procedural

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

The group known as the #9 investigation team has been dissolved, leading to its members being dispersed. A year later, Kandagawa Sojiro, the Chief of the National Police Agency, decides to establish a special investigative unit to handle the initial inquiry before it is transferred to the prosecutor's office. Munakata Sakutaro is chosen by Kandagawa Sojiro to lead this special team. Joining Munakata Sakutaro are former members of the #9 investigation team such as Asawa Naoki, Komiyama Shiho, Murase Kengo, Aoyagi Yasushi, Yazawa Hideaki, as well as new recruit Shindo Ryo.

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Mirror Twins Season 2(ミラー・ツインズ2)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerIdentical Twin Male LeadKidnapping

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Yugo, the older twin son of a wealthy family, was abducted. Two decades later, his younger brother Keigo is now working as a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Metropolitan Police Department. Despite the case of Yugo's disappearance being closed without any resolution or knowledge of his whereabouts, Keigo becomes convinced that his brother is still alive when the DNA of a suspect in a murder case matches his own. (DramaWiki)

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Tokyo Vice Season 2(TOKYO VICE Season2)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationCrimeInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerCo-producedDrama

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Drawing inspiration from the memoir "Tokyo Vice: An American Journalist Covering the Police Beat in Japan" by Jake Adelstein, this project is a joint production with the United States.

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National Heroes(国门英雄)

2011China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Centers on the inquiry into the "506 Extraordinary Magnesium Smuggling Case"

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Fan Zui Xian Yi Ren(犯罪嫌疑人)

2005China
CrimeDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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During a mission, Wu Dong, an officer from the Criminal Investigation Department, happened to apprehend the main culprit of a major drug syndicate

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Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi: Namida no Jikenbo(刑事吉永誠一 涙の事件簿)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

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Yoshinaga Seiichi works as a detective at the Kanagawa-ken Police Department, where his dedication to his work extends beyond solving crime cases to assisting those in need. Joining him as his new colleague is Kagami Shinichi, and their first assignment together involves investigating the discovery of a deceased woman in a basement carpark.

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Kera(螻蛄)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationCrimeInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryOrganized Crime

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In the midst of a scandal involving a valuable picture scroll owned by a religious group with 5 million followers, Kuwahara Yasuhiko, a former member of a criminal organization in Kobe, and Ninomiya Hiroyuki, a consultant in construction, find themselves entangled in a fierce confrontation against corrupt detectives, criminals, and an attractive owner of an art gallery. The question remains: who will come out victorious and claim the money from the affluent Buddhist priests?

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Detective Cheng Xu(侦探成旭之龙城岁月)

2008China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

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Recommendation: Mofuku no Rendezvous similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Mofuku no Rendezvous(喪服のランデヴー)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

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Derived from the book "Rendezvous in Black" written by Cornell Woolrich.

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Shin Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi(新・刑事吉永誠一)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Yoshinaga Seiichi serves as a detective in the First Investigative Division of the Kanagawa Prefectural Police. He firmly believes that every case can be solved and never gives up on his investigations. His partner, Kagami Kiichi, is the son of Takashi, a renowned detective in the same police force. Kujo Kazumai, a police officer with a degree from Tokyo University, joins the First Investigative Division not as Director as originally planned, but as a detective in the field due to his own request.

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Koroshita Otto ga Kaette Kimashita(殺した夫が帰ってきました)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

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Suzukura Mana is an aspiring fashion designer working at an apparel company. She has diligently served as an assistant and is on the verge of realizing her dream of debuting as a designer. However, Mana harbors a dark secret that she cannot share with anyone: she killed her husband, who subjected her to daily abuse, to secure the tranquil life she currently enjoys. Suddenly, her supposedly dead husband reappears before her, devoid of any memory of the past, and they find themselves living together. As Mana spends time with her "deceased husband," she discovers a gentler side of him that she had never experienced before. Yet, a startling revelation soon comes to light.

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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathDramaMurderPolice Officer Male LeadRevenge

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Detective Shibasaki Sachio's daughter, who was a member of the First Investigation Division, is tragically murdered. Together with Kawasumi Shigekatsu, a young detective who looks up to Shibasaki as a mentor, they try to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved. Fast forward 15 years, Shibasaki is now retired and caring for his sick wife, Miwako. Things take a turn when a new unit is formed to reinvestigate cold cases, with Kawasumi joining the team. As they revisit the case, a suspect emerges, leading Shibasaki to seek justice on his own. A fateful phone call sets off a chain of events that ultimately lands him in a difficult situation. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

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Forensic Heroes Season 2(法證先鋒 2)

2008Hong Kong
CrimeDetective Male LeadInvestigationMultiple MainsMysterySuspenseThrillerForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceRomance

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Crime, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

The forensic department collaborates with law enforcement to resolve various cases. Tim Sir utilizes his vast expertise and unique techniques to gather essential evidence for solving seemingly unsolvable cases. His colleague and close friend Sam is also a skilled forensic scientist. Sam is preparing to wed his girlfriend Lam Ding Ding. Tim Sir is impressed by his friend Ivan's actions when he defuses a bomb during a critical situation after returning from England. Meanwhile, Ma Kwok Ying, a senior inspector in Hong Kong's anti-drug unit, leads a team in pursuit of a notorious drug kingpin, but the operation ends in a devastating explosion with severe consequences.

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Aka no Shou - Keishicho Shomugakari Hitomi no Jikenbo(赤の章~警視庁庶務係ヒトミの事件簿)

2017Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerFriendshipLawyer Male LeadStrong Female Lead

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Hitomi Nakano is a regular employee at the General Affairs Section of the Metropolitan Police Department. Tasked with reviewing expense receipts for investigations paid in advance by detectives, she exhibits exceptional keenness in identifying cases due to her upbringing by her father, a con artist. When a string of murders and assaults take place, she is quick to recognize a pattern where the victims' names are connected through a word game, where one victim's name ends with the same letter that the next victim's name begins with. To uncover the truth behind the case, Hitomi enlists the help of Detective Togawa from the First Investigative Division, whom she met while uncovering irregularities in his receipts, and the cunning lawyer Shirai Shinnosuke, who ingratiates himself with victims to secure lucrative cases.

Recommendation: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru(櫻子さんの足下には死体が埋まっている)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaEccentric Female LeadOsteologist

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Upon their first encounter, Shoutarou Tatewaki is certain that meeting Sakurako Kujou will have a lasting impact on his life. Initially suspecting her involvement in a local disappearance, he soon discovers her expertise in analyzing bone specimens. Sakurako possesses an extensive collection of reconstructed animal bones, yet she longs for more human remains, much to the disapproval of those around her. As Shoutarou joins the peculiar osteologist on various unsolved cases involving decomposing bodies, they find themselves entangled in a series of mysterious incidents. Could there be a larger enigma unfolding in their lives? "Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru" follows the unlikely duo as they demonstrate that while bones reveal how one perished, it is only through people that their life stories can be told.

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Yokoyama Hideo Suspense Season 2(横山秀夫サスペンス 第2弾)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAnthology

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The television series consists of four episodes, each adapted from short stories written by mystery author Yokoyama Hideo. Every episode features a unique murder mystery plot. The episodes are titled as follows: Episode 1 - Overdo / Fukaoi, Episode 2 - Takeover / Hikitsugi, Episode 3 - Lockout / Shimedashi, and Episode 4 - Revenge / Shikaeshi.

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Chase (2010)(チェイス~国税査察官~)

2010Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

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The tale revolves around Haruma Sosuke, an experienced tax inspector, and Murakumo Shuji, a proficient consultant specializing in tax evasion. Haruma believed that his simple life and the world of tax evasion were unrelated, until one day their paths crossed...

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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

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Amidst a dispute between the public relations office of D Prefectural Police and the correspondents club regarding the anonymity of perpetrators, it has been decided that a director from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department will visit the family of the victim in a significant unsolved case from 1989, just a week before the statute of limitations expires. The case involves the kidnapping and murder of Shoko-chan, which remains the most heinous crime in the history of D Prefectural Police. The family of the victim has declined the director's offer to extend condolences. A strict confidentiality order has been issued for all individuals involved in the case, including the investigators from that time. This has created a barrier between the Criminal Investigations Department and the Police Affairs Department. Additionally, a mysterious memo has surfaced, followed by a new kidnapping that bears a striking resemblance to the 1989 case just before the director's scheduled visit.

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Tokuso 9 Season 2(特捜9 season2)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

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Recommendation: Tokuso 9 Season 4 similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Tokuso 9 Season 4(特捜9 season4)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

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Recommendation: Fairy Valley Incident similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Fairy Valley Incident(神仙谷事件)

2012Taiwan
CrimeInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

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At the renowned Fairy Valley in Taiwan, a hot spring villa hosted a soft opening for a select group of celebrities, politicians, and Hakka scholars. The tranquility of the event is shattered when a lifeless body is found the following day. Feng, a new staff member at the villa, becomes suspicious of the guests' peculiar behavior, sensing hidden connections and secrets among them. With the help of his sister and a college acquaintance, Feng embarks on a quest to unveil the truth behind the mysterious deaths that continue to occur. (CATCHPLAY+)

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Yokoyama Hideo Suspense(横山秀夫サスペンス 第1弾)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAnthology

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Four episodes are inspired by short stories from mystery writer Yokoyama Hideo. Each episode features a unique murder mystery. The episodes are titled: 1. "18th Hole" (18 ), 2. "Misinformation" (Goho ), 3. "Autobiography" (Jiden ), and 4. "Someone Else's House" (Tanin no Ie ).

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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

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Rinka Umezawa, a homemaker, seeks out small joys in life. Her husband, Masabumi, is committed to supporting her. The couple does not have any children. Rinka decides to take on a part-time job at a bank, where she visits clients' homes and occasionally assists them with household tasks, earning their trust. During one visit to client Kojo Hirabayashi's home, she encounters his grandson Kota, who asks for money. This interaction has a profound impact on Rinka. Subsequently, she steals one hundred million yen from the bank and disappears. Two years later, Rinka's former classmates Yuko Okazaki and Aki Nakaji uncover her embezzlement scheme and confront their own inner demons.

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Honcho Azumi Season 5(ハンチョウ~警視庁安積班~ シリーズ5)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

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Assistant Inspector Azumi Tsuyoshi has been reassigned to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police, known for its central role in handling criminal cases. While Azumi excelled at his previous precinct, he now finds himself struggling to keep up with the high-caliber officers at the elite police headquarters.

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Sujibori(すじぼり)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationCrimeMafiaMiniseriesOrganized CrimeYakuzaGraphic Violence

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The Yakuza have seen better days and are now just a mere shadow of their former selves. Their traditional customs appear to be outdated and their body art sets them apart from society. A young and unsuspecting student named Ryou accidentally gets involved with the Yakuza, finding himself caught up in dark schemes. He is lured by the allure of power and indulgence, descending further into a world of crime, exploitation, and brutality. Little did Ryou know that once you're part of the Yakuza, there's no turning back! (Japan Film Fest Hamburg)

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Tokyo Vice(Tokyo Vice)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationCrimeDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerYakuzaBased On A True StoryDeathLawReporter Male LeadSexual ContentSuicide

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The narrative follows Jake as he navigates Tokyo's vibrant and shadowy underground world, immersing himself in the police force and getting entangled in the intricate, corrupt subcultures of the city's vice officers and criminal elements. This project is influenced by Jake Adelstein's memoir "Tokyo Vice: An American Reporter on the Police Beat in Japan" and is a collaborative effort with the United States.

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Forensic Heroes(法證先鋒)

2006Hong Kong
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMultiple MainsMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceRomance

Like Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan, this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

The plot centers on a string of criminal activities that require investigation. Tim Sir comes under suspicion following the murder of his wife, leading to a quest for the truth. Tim Sir, a skilled forensic analyst, excels in his field. Despite his wife Charlie becoming paralyzed from an accident, their bond remains strong as Tim Sir diligently cares for and cherishes her, earning the admiration of his brother-in-law and colleague in forensics, Sam. The situation takes a tragic turn with Charlie's cancer diagnosis, ultimately resulting in her sudden death from consuming poisonous food. This raises doubts from Nicole in the major crimes division.

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Mirror Twins(ミラー・ツインズ)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodIdentical Twin Male LeadRevengeSexual Content

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A murder attempt occurs, prompting Detective Keigo Katsuragi to launch an investigation. The sole piece of evidence discovered at the scene matches Detective Keigo's DNA. Detective Keigo suspects that his older twin brother Yugo may be the culprit behind the attempted murder. Yugo was abducted when he was a child.

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Kenichi Endo to Kankuro Kudo no Benkyo Sasete Itadakimasu(遠藤憲一と宮藤官九郎の勉強させていただきます)

2018Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerActorInvestigator Male Lead

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Challenges occur during filming of the show, leading the main actors to reshoot their scenes. Unfortunately, the rest of the cast has already departed from the set. As a result, nearby actors are given the opportunity to take on roles in the series.

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Mutsu: Mieru Me(無痛~診える眼~)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDoctor Male LeadMedical

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Tameyori Eisuke is a committed general practitioner managing a struggling clinic in a small town. Despite appearing to be a middle-aged man who is stuck in his current situation, he actually has a remarkable talent for assessing a person's health and illness progression just by observing them. The death of his wife brings him face to face with the limitations of medical care, causing him great sorrow. Not only can Tameyori detect illnesses, but he can also identify a person's criminal tendencies, often preventing crimes before they occur. This ability leads detective Hayase Junichiro to rely on Tameyori for assistance in solving cases. Though initially hesitant, Tameyori eventually agrees to help due to his compassionate nature and inability to turn down requests for assistance.

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Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File(京都人情捜査ファイル)

2015Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaFormer Detective Male Lead

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A specialized division within the police force, known as the Crime Victims Support Unit, provides assistance to individuals and their families who have been affected by a crime. They offer support, answer questions, assist with funeral arrangements, and handle media inquiries. Unlike other units, they do not have the authority to conduct official investigations, which can make it challenging to uncover the truth for those seeking answers. TogakureTetsuya, a former detective from the First Investigative Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police, takes it upon himself to conduct independent investigations.

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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaRevenge

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The series follows the story of the main character "Zegen" as he pursues vengeance following his wife's tragic death. Li Xue Lan arrives in Japan to seek employment to cover her husband's medical expenses back in China. With Zegen's help, she starts working at a massage parlor in Kawasaki. Worried about her situation due to her temporary visa, he suggests a fake marriage with an older man. Inspired by Jou Tomioka's novel.

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Kiraware Kansatsukan Otonashi Ichiroku(嫌われ監察官 音無一六)

2022Japan
Detective FictionInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigator Male LeadPolice Department Setting

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An inspector known as 'the enforcer within the police force' is responsible for investigating corruption among police officers, a role despised by many within the department. One such inspector, Ichiroku Otonashi, is tasked not only with monitoring police conduct but also overseeing case investigations. Referred to as the "unpopular inspector," Otonashi operates under the guidance of Senju Ryoko, the head of the Metropolitan Police Department's police affairs division. Despite facing animosity from his colleagues, Otonashi remains committed to upholding his own sense of justice and excels in his role through astute observations and innovative thinking. Willing to tackle even the most challenging cases, he consistently delivers impressive results.

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Shin Kuko Senkyo(新空港占拠)

2024Japan
Detective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerActionDrama

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A recent incident involving a significant takeover has taken place in an undisclosed location within Kanagawa Prefecture

Recommendation: Asami Mitsuhiko similar to Nusumareta Kao: Miatari Sosahan
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Asami Mitsuhiko(浅見光彦)

2009Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFreelancer Male LeadReporter Male Lead

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As a journalist and investigator, Asami Mitsuhiko specializes in unraveling challenging cases associated with traditional tales in various regions of Japan. Each week, he embarks on a new adventure to solve these enigmatic puzzles. (Tokyograph)