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A high school student lost her parents and had no other family to turn to. To make ends meet, she took a job as a hostess at a cabaret. One day, she encountered her homeroom teacher at the cabaret, which ultimately led to her losing her job. With no other options, she moved in with her teacher. The two made a promise to each other and began living a covert life, resulting in an unconventional lifestyle for both of them.

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.

Kohei Kamishiro, portrayed by Masaharu Fukuyama, was once a musician who had a single successful song before his record deal was terminated. This setback led him to abandon his music career and live a mundane life for the next two decades. Despite distancing himself from music, his love for it remains strong. His past experiences have made it challenging for him to form relationships with women. However, his life takes a turn when he encounters a woman with a troubled past who lives a solitary existence. Despite her complexities, she possesses an extraordinary singing voice. This encounter reignites Kohei's passion for music and inspires him to create music once again.

Nobuko Shimura is working her first shift at Gyoda Hospital, with Yosuke Naoe as the attending physician. Later in the evening, Nobuko's childhood friend Jiro Toda is admitted with a forehead injury sustained in a fight. Unfortunately, Naoe is unavailable as he has stepped out for a drink. Toda and the ambulance crew express frustration and demand to know the doctor's whereabouts. Upon Naoe's return, he handles the situation by instructing for Toda to be secluded in a restroom until he calms down. Nobuko is taken aback by Naoe's behavior initially, but becomes impressed by his surgical skills during the treatment of Toda's wound. This encounter marks the beginning of their significant relationship.

In the story, there is a romantic tale unfolding both in the present and the past. Tamura Takuro, a 27-year-old art teacher at a high school, is well-liked by his students. Yayoi, a student in his class, lacks direction in her life. Tamura Takuro suggests she join the art club, and as Yayoi looks through his sketchbook, she discovers numerous drawings of a woman named Yumiko, who was Tamura Takuro's teacher when he was a high school student. Tamura Takuro harbored feelings for Yumiko, his former Japanese language and homeroom teacher.

Nitta Masaki embarks on a new position as a music instructor at a high school that is in turmoil due to the mysterious disappearance of the previous music teacher. During his initial evening at the school, he encounters his student Izumi Sae in the music room, and their connection deepens as they get involved in the investigation. While Nitta Masaki starts to develop emotions for her, he struggles to admit them, whereas Izumi Sae is confident in her affection for him. They go their separate ways. Years later, they cross paths again, but Nitta Masaki is now married, complicating their emotions.

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?

When a friend requested him to tutor his sister, he was surprised when she developed feelings for him and declared her affection, asking, "Teacher, would you consider dating me?" How will he turn down her confession, especially since she is determined and continues to pursue his heart?

The follow-up to the romantic tale "Love After School 2" will explore the bond between the characters from the initial season. Bang and Hong were devoted friends during their school days, and it wasn't until they grew up that they recognized their love for one another. They continue to enjoy each other's company while preparing for their forthcoming wedding. However, the couple will encounter unforeseen challenges that will truly test their emotions. Will they be able to overcome these obstacles?

This story follows the relationship between Asahina Motoko, a 23-year-old graduate student, and her professor, Sakaki Ikuo, who is 64 years old. Motoko is known for her serious demeanor and lack of social skills, earning her the reputation of being dark and gloomy among her peers. Despite this, she finds Professor Sakaki to be kind and approachable, even though he is perceived as strict and intimidating. While Professor Sakaki insists that Motoko's feelings are not love, there is a growing connection between them that has the potential to positively impact both of their lives.

Chiyomi, a teenage girl from a nostalgic Showa-era shopping district in Shonan, is a member of the school's basketball team. Despite coming from a complex family background, she maintains a cheerful and kind demeanor. Chiyomi has a close relationship with Minami-kun, a basketball prodigy from Shonan, whom she has known since childhood. Their bond has blossomed into a romantic relationship. However, their lives take a surprising turn when Minami-kun inexplicably shrinks to a tiny 15 cm in size, leading Chiyomi to care for him in his new miniature form.

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.

Ji Soon Young experiences the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Wang Se Joon, due to a tragic accident. Left to care for their adopted daughter on her own, she encounters Han Kyu Jin and falls in love with him. Unbeknownst to her, Kyu Jin is the father-in-law of her former sister-in-law, Wang Se Bin. Their lives take a significant turn when Soon Young weds Kyu Jin, making her Se Bin's mother-in-law. Now, they must navigate their new family dynamics while striving to get along with one another.

There are four sisters in the family. Yasuko, the second daughter, and Miharu, the fourth daughter, are both married. The third daughter, Nao, and the eldest daughter, Moe Edamoto, live together in a house. The mother is in the hospital experiencing hallucinations, and the father has left home. Sakaki is preparing for her wedding, bringing together her four sisters and their husbands under one roof for the first time in a while. However, each sister harbors a hidden secret. Suddenly, two mysterious men show up, leading to the revelation of the women's hidden circumstances one by one.

Initially reluctant, Seo Yun Wook and Han Pil Seung eventually develop a strong bond as sister-in-law and brother-in-law. They rely on each other for support, mischief, and companionship. Seo Yun Jung, Pil Seung's spouse, is pleased with their close relationship, but tensions arise when Wook starts to develop romantic feelings for Seung. After Wook confesses her love, their relationship becomes strained. Despite both ending up in the same police department, they make efforts to avoid each other, leading Jung to uncover the truth. Cha Sung Joon, a wealthy hotel owner's son and Wook's friend, is aware of her feelings for her brother-in-law but refuses to give up on his own affections. Wook eventually starts dating Cha in an attempt to move on from Seung, but tragedy strikes when Jung passes away. Wook's complicated feelings for her brother-in-law put her in a difficult predicament, raising questions about the nature of love within a family.

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

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

This is a tale revolving around love and relationships that can lead anyone down a path of defeat. It will be a romantic comedy showcasing people's inherent vulnerabilities and the array of exhilarating moments that accompany different types of love. The realistic portrayal of individuals at their weakest points will be balanced with humor and compassion that transcends discomfort. Seo Min Gi is a freshman in college studying Korean literature. He is cautious, contemplative, and occasionally makes daring decisions. At 20 years old, his actions often result in a series of blunders and missteps. Nevertheless, due to his introspective nature and idealistic character, he always engages in self-reflection. He is a modest outsider whose sole desire is to socialize with his friends and indulge in gaming at internet cafes.

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.

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

Miyuu lost faith in men after her father cheated with another woman. Nevertheless, she found herself falling in love with someone despite her lingering distrust.

A romantic drama exploring various forms of tragic love; a half-brother and sister who embark on a doomed first romance, a relationship between a teacher and a student, and a couple confronting mortality after reuniting following a 25-year separation. It will authentically and fervently portray taboo love and the heartache associated with first love. (DramaWiki)

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.

A dramatic portrayal that examines the dynamics of age disparities in romantic relationships. Woo Joo Young and Jang Woo Bin navigate the complexities of a relationship involving an older woman and a younger man, while Jang Woo Jin and Joo Young's younger sister, Joo Mi, confront the significant age difference that exists between them.

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.

Li Hong Hai, an unassuming man in his forties with a fortune in the billions, is searching for genuine love. Despite his wealth attracting many women, he desires a connection beyond money. When he meets Xia Ke Ke, a spirited young designer, he is drawn to her and decides to hide his affluent status, pursuing her as a humble entrepreneur instead. Their journey together leads to marriage, but Li discovers that Xia was aware of his riches all along. Feeling deceived, he considers divorce, but is compelled to maintain their facade as a couple for three months to facilitate his company's public offering.

When he was 17 years old, his private tutor Ozawa Maria, who was a university student at the time, left him with a final message: "I will be your girlfriend once you are accepted into university and reach adulthood." She then disappeared from his life abruptly. He still occasionally dreams about her, even a decade later. They meet again after 10 years; she is now a suspect in a series of murders, and he is working as a lawyer. As their relationship is rekindled, a tumultuous and heartbreaking love story unfolds. The protagonist's emotions fluctuate between affection and disdain as he questions whether Maria is a malevolent figure or a virtuous one.

A decade ago, Ming Yue lost her parents in a tragic car accident and was taken in by her father's coworker, Li Chuan Yan. Ming Yue was raised under Li Chuan Yan's guardianship. Over the years, their bond evolved in an unexpected way as Ming Yue and Li Chuan Yan started to develop romantic feelings for each other. (DramaWiki)

A clandestine tale of love involving four women unfolds in an omnibus. This love story delves into a night where one woman yearns for a man passionately, driven by primal desire sparked by their shared experiences.

The three daughters of a Chinese herbal medicine practitioner named Bai Shou Cheng - Bai Shao, Bai Ji, and Bai Su, are all facing challenges in their love lives. Both Bai Shao and Bai Su have no interest in following their father's footsteps, so they plan to wait for him to remarry and move to America before making changes in their own lives. Bai Shao enters into a fake relationship with a younger man named Lu Liu An, while Bai Ji's marriage falls apart due to her husband's infidelity. Bai Su, on the other hand, develops feelings for an older man involved in the medical field. As each relationship presents new obstacles, Bai Shou Cheng decides to postpone his plans of moving to America in order to support his daughters and help them find happiness.

Seventeen-year-old high school student Natsuha Mai starts a part-time job at her uncle's batting cage center over summer break. It is there that she encounters a mysterious individual named Ito Tomohiro, a retired professional baseball player who believes he can identify people's concerns by observing their batting technique. Ito Tomohiro frequents the batting center every evening when Natsuha Mai is working, analyzing the batting practices of female customers and attempting to alleviate their worries through baseball principles.

Shiratama Sayako has faced many challenges in her life. Despite her childhood dream of becoming an architect, she struggled to pass her university entrance exams. Now at 30 years old, she works in a different field. One day, she meets a young university student named Ogasawara Taku. After sharing her dream with him, he encourages her to pursue it once more. Inspired by his words, she decides to study hard and eventually gets accepted into a university. It is there that she reunites with Ogasawara Taku, who is a senior in the architecture department.

Two students attending the same university, both named Yu Zhen but living very different lives

A digital series centered around the lives of students at Sungkyunkwan University.

The plot centers around Sayuri and Yui, two girls who become step-sisters and begin living together. Although they initially dislike each other and are complete opposites in appearance and character, they gradually develop romantic feelings for one another. The story explores how their relationship evolves. (FujiTV)

The well-known and fresh characters will be crafting a romance that feels completely genuine.

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

The plot of the show revolves around the main character navigating through different romantic encounters with members of the opposite gender during his initial college experience. (HanCinema)

A brief tale detailing the romantic feelings that develop between a student named Fuka and her teacher, Sawada Hiroshi.

Arisu Nakagawa is an 18-year-old high school student in her third year. She lost her mother at the age of 11 and has been living with her father, who is a firefighter. Inspired by her late mother, Arisu dreams of becoming a curator who frequently travels abroad for work. However, her life takes a turn when she discovers she is pregnant. On the other hand, Toko Naruse is approaching her 40th birthday. She works in the art industry, bridging the gap between art and business. Toko is fully committed to her career and has not been in a romantic relationship for a decade. Despite their contrasting backgrounds, Arisu Nakagawa and Toko Naruse cross paths, leading to a significant change in both of their lives.

Arisawa Ichika is a student at a prestigious girls' high school that caters to the children of affluent families. Despite financial struggles, her mother Chihiro works hard to ensure Ichika can attend the school. In her second year, the school merges with an all-boys institution to form Asuran Academy, a coeducational school. However, a strict new rule is implemented that forbids dating between male and female students, with expulsion as the consequence for those who break it. To enforce this rule, the student council conducts patrols around areas like love hotels in what is referred to as the "rabbit hunt," leading to several students dropping out. To help her mother pay off a large debt, Ichika starts working as a "love keeper," discreetly accepting money from rule violators and erasing any evidence. As romance becomes more complicated, Ichika, who initially had no interest in love, finds herself drawn to Maki Ryogo and begins to reconsider her feelings. After a certain event, Ichika decides to take legal action against the school to challenge the ban on romantic relationships.

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)

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.

Marriage may not be the most important thing, but Mamiya is afraid of being alone. She faces challenges in finding a partner due to her high standards. However, her encounter with the attractive veterinary nurse, Makihara Yuito, might just lead her to true love. (Paravi.jp)

A romantic story filled with a mix of sweetness and saltiness follows the life of Moo Young, a chef managing a unique Korean fusion eatery, and Ro In, a college student with a knack for finding delectable dining spots. Their paths cross by fate, leading them to share meals that bring warmth to their hearts.