Puzzle (2008) - Asian drama recommendation
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Puzzle (2008)(パズル)

2008Japan
ComedyGreedHidden PersonalityHot-tempered Female LeadInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingSmart Female LeadSmart Male LeadStudent Male LeadTeacher Female Lead

In her thirties, Misako Ayukawa works as an English teacher despite having surprisingly limited English abilities. She prioritizes her own interests and financial gain over relationships. While she comes off as conceited in front of her students, she maintains a pleasant demeanor with others. Despite her flaws, Ayukawa excels at solving puzzles and is driven by the promise of rewards and hidden treasures. This leads her to team up with three of her most talented students to solve mysteries and cases on weekends.

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Recommendation: Kimi Hannin Janai yo ne? similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Kimi Hannin Janai yo ne?(キミ犯人じゃないよね?)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Morita Sakura is an unconventional "freeter" with aspirations of becoming a mystery novel author. Throughout the series, she takes on different part-time jobs while assisting Officer Udagawa, a detective who recognizes her exceptional memory and deductive abilities. In contrast, Udagawa, who entered the police force due to his father's influence, is somewhat incompetent and often develops feelings for female suspects. --Tokyograph

Recommendation: Houkago wa Mystery Totomo ni similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Houkago wa Mystery Totomo ni(放課後はミステリーとともに)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kawaguchi portrays Kirigamine Ryo, the vice-president of the detective club at Koigakubo Academy. Despite her self-assured demeanor while tackling school mysteries, her deductions often have inconsistencies. While she may struggle to solve cases right away, she eventually arrives at the correct answers with assistance from her peers. Hayami will take on the role of Ishizaki Hiromi, an unconventional biology teacher.

Recommendation: Tenshi wa Mop wo Motte similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Tenshi wa Mop wo Motte(天使はモップを持って)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the film, Kitano portrays a skilled cleaner who not only solves mysteries but also brings emotional healing to the individuals she encounters while working in an office building.

Recommendation: Ranmaru Kami no Shita wo Motsu Otoko similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Ranmaru Kami no Shita wo Motsu Otoko(神の舌を持つ男)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 33% similarity match.

Tomonaga Ranmaru, Kamekanbo Hikaru, and Miyazawa Kanji, brought together by a series of unexpected events, travel across Japan in a car to visit hot spring inns where they can eat and rest. Their main goal is to find a mysterious hot spring geisha named Miyabi.

Recommendation: Nemesis similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Nemesis(ネメシス)

2021Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Female LeadSmart Male LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterInvoluntarily Missing PersonPersonal Assistant Female LeadPolice Department Setting

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Smart Female Lead, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kazama Naoki, a skilled investigator working for the private company Nemesis in Yokohama, is searching for Mikami Anna's father, Hajime, who is a scientist. Teaming up with Kurita Kazuaki, the owner of Nemesis and a friend of Hajime, they work together to solve challenging cases that may hold the key to his disappearance. Uncovering connections to a long-buried event from 20 years ago, Anna remains unaware of Kazama and Kurita's involvement in the mystery.

Recommendation: Hikkoshi Tantei Sakura similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Hikkoshi Tantei Sakura(引越し探偵サクラ)

2024Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Female Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

Tendou Sakura, a recent graduate entering the workforce at a bookstore this upcoming spring, has a strong passion for mystery novels and solving puzzles that surpasses her basic daily needs. During her time in high school, she founded a mystery investigation club, though it only had one member, possibly due to her enigmatic demeanor. Despite her mundane daily routine, Sakura always craved excitement and thrills. However, her life took an unexpected turn when she moved into her new apartment and encountered a neighbor in distress. This event sparked a newfound sense of excitement within Sakura as she found herself unexpectedly entangled in a mysterious incident. As cryptic messages begin to surface, Sakura eagerly dives into the world of solving mysteries she has longed for.

Recommendation: Seishun Tantei Haruya: Otona no Aku wo Yurusanai! similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Seishun Tantei Haruya: Otona no Aku wo Yurusanai!(青春探偵ハルヤ〜大人の悪を許さない!〜)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadNovel AdaptationAmateur Detective Male LeadDetective Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Male Lead themes with a 32% similarity match.

Haruya, a university student, doubles as a detective and collaborates with his peer Kubodera Kazuomi to crack cases. This partnership is depicted in Fukuda Eiichi's novel "End Credits ni Saiteki na Natsu."

Recommendation: MONSTERS similar to Puzzle (2008)
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MONSTERS(モンスターズ)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Male LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadEccentric Male LeadLocked Room Mystery

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

Hiratsuka Heihachi is known for his boisterous and rude demeanor, yet he always wears a smile. He is an unconventional detective. In contrast, Saionji Kosuke comes from a wealthy background and is characterized by his strong sense of justice, innocence, and unwavering honesty. Saionji Kosuke is assigned to the prestigious #1 investigation team, a position he has always aspired to. However, his main responsibility is to keep an eye on Hiratsuka Heihachi. Despite being a solo act, Hiratsuka Heihachi consistently cracks his cases. His colleagues are intrigued by his methods, with some speculating that he possesses supernatural abilities. This is why Saionji is tasked with monitoring him. The secret to Hiratsuka's success lies in the fact that criminals fear him the most.

Recommendation: Yorita Asahi no Hoteishiki similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Yorita Asahi no Hoteishiki(頼田朝日の方程式。)

2020Japan
Hidden PersonalityInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingHigh SchoolShort Length SeriesSuspenseThriller

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Hidden Personality, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

The enigma continually beckons, becoming increasingly elusive. As the narrative progresses, it delves into hints that could unveil the concealed truth within the gripping suspense drama "The Teacher's Vanishing Act".

Recommendation: Warui Onna: Loose Socks Deka similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Warui Onna: Loose Socks Deka(悪いオンナ ルーズソックス刑事)

2000Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Fujoshi Deka similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Fujoshi Deka(腐女子デカ)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Hoshi Akiko is a law enforcement officer who is a fan of yaoi manga. She becomes excited when there is a case involving an attractive man, and she approaches solving the cases in her own distinctive manner.

Recommendation: Shirato Osamu no Jikenbo similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Shirato Osamu no Jikenbo(白戸修の事件簿)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

In his second year as an unemployed college graduate, Shirato Osamu (played by Chiba Yudai) is known for his kind-hearted nature and shy demeanor. Despite being overlooked by girls, his life takes an unexpected turn when he reunites with his childhood friend Kurosaki Hitoshi (portrayed by Hongo Kanata). Shirato finds himself unexpectedly popular due to some incidents, leading him into various troublesome situations. Although he would prefer to focus on finding a job, he struggles to turn away from the cases he becomes involved in.

Recommendation: Honjitsu wa Taian Nari similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Honjitsu wa Taian Nari(本日は大安なり)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomance

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Asadora Satsujin Jiken similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Asadora Satsujin Jiken(朝ドラ殺人事件)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2( 都市伝説の女 2)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Keiji 110 Kilo similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Keiji 110 Kilo(刑事110キロ)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Taro Hanazawa, a police officer weighing 110 kilograms, serves at a police station in the picturesque city of Kyoto. Known for his keen perception, he adeptly handles the issues faced by both locals and tourists. Recognizing his skills, Section Chief Reiko Nishikiori appoints him as her assistant detective. In addition to his sharp insight, Taro's ability to connect with others, his stubbornness, and determination in solving cases also set him apart.

Recommendation: Shuden Bye Bye similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Shuden Bye Bye(終電バイバイ)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

At the stroke of midnight, Sato (played by Gaku Hamada) finds himself near Tachikawa Station, still dressed in his suit, rushing to catch the final train of the night. Along with several other commuters, Sato races towards the station, only to be split into two separate groups at a crossroad. Opting to follow the group that veers down an alleyway, Sato ultimately misses the train by a hair's breadth as it pulls away from the platform. Alone and disoriented, Sato wanders through Tachikawa Station, only to find himself in a deserted park. There, he encounters a peculiar-looking man who approaches him despite Sato's attempts to avoid conversation. Feigning intoxication, Sato's ruse is quickly uncovered by the man, leading to an unexpected night spent together.

Recommendation: Keiji 110 Kilo Season 2 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Keiji 110 Kilo Season 2(刑事110キロ 2)

2014Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Hanazawa Taro is currently serving as a detective in a specialized unit within the First Investigative Division of Kyoto Prefectural Police. Despite his lack of experience in investigations, he relies on his physical presence and friendly demeanor to establish connections with individuals and delve into their inner thoughts. Through his keen observation skills, he is able to quickly identify inconsistencies and successfully crack cases. Although he faced setbacks and regrets during his initial year as a detective, he has since refined his analytical abilities and deductive reasoning by engaging with a variety of suspects. His aptitude for solving crimes surpasses that of his colleagues, as he approaches investigations from a unique perspective that often goes unnoticed by others.

Recommendation: Bittare!!! (2015) similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Bittare!!! (2015)(びったれ!!!)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Tsutomu Ibu is employed at a legal document preparer's office. While he usually comes across as friendly, there are moments where he may seem naive. However, his demeanor changes drastically when he witnesses vulnerable individuals being exploited by those driven by greed. In his role as a legal document preparer, he confronts and takes action against such greedy individuals.

Recommendation: Nuu-san Fushigi. similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Nuu-san Fushigi.(ぬーさん Fushigi.)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryShort Length Series

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Three young women move into a new home together and are surprised to find a peculiar fourth roommate who insists she is a time traveler and has a giant plush toy for a head.

Recommendation: Shotenin Tantei Sakura similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Shotenin Tantei Sakura(書店員探偵サクラ)

2024Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Female LeadShort Length Series

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Gate on the Horizon: Goth similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Gate on the Horizon: Goth(ゲート・オン・ザ・ホライズン〜GOTH〜)

2025Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Taku, who has an exceptional memory for everything he observes, makes an effort to keep a low profile to avoid becoming overwhelmed by the influx of information. Since music doesn't linger in his mind, he frequently hums melodies to help sort through his thoughts. His classmates, Mick and Yoji, often join in by either rapping or harmonizing with him, creating a playful atmosphere. One day, the trio encounters a group of troublemaking high school students called the Nakayama Koza Union, led by their powerful leader, Ganaha Ryu. As tensions rise, Taku’s father, Takita Hiroki, along with his twin sibling, Angama—also known as Takita Koichi—arrive just in time to intervene. For an unexpected reason, they find themselves engaged in a rap battle, where Taku’s father and his twin, along with Ganaha Ryu’s younger brother, Ganaha Rui, commonly referred to as Beam-kun, start competing in rap. Beam-kun delivers a commanding performance, and when Taku is criticized for his rapping not qualifying as real rap, the audience and members of the Nakayama Koza Union hurl insults, igniting a brawl. Mick fights valiantly like a warrior, but ultimately, both he and Yoji are outnumbered and find themselves in a precarious situation. At that critical moment, Taku unexpectedly begins to sing, and his captivating voice captures everyone's attention. The fighting halts, and the spectators, touched by his spontaneous song, start to weep. Because of Taku’s performance, Ganaha Ryu recognizes him, leading to Taku, Mick, and Yoji gaining new allies…

Recommendation: Akutotachi wa Senri o Hashiru similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Akutotachi wa Senri o Hashiru(悪党たちは千里を走る)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel Adaptation

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 31% similarity match.

Takasugi Atsuro used to work as a drama director at a production company until his boss stole his proposal and belittled him, leading him to quit in anger despite being in debt. Together with his broke assistant director Sonobe Yuto, they hatch a plan to kidnap a wealthy family's dog. However, their scheme is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a mysterious woman named Mikami Natsuko and the child of the targeted family, Shibui Takumi. Takumi proposes that they should kidnap him instead. Later that night, a man claiming to be John Lennon calls and accuses Takasugi of kidnapping Takumi. The true motive behind this mysterious turn of events remains unclear.

Recommendation: Devil Inspector similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Devil Inspector(악동 탐정스)

2017South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingSmart Male LeadStudent Male LeadDetective Female LeadDetective Male LeadDramaForensic ScienceHigh SchoolShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, Mystery, School Setting, Smart Male Lead, and Student Male Lead themes with a 30% similarity match.

A humorous mystery featuring two brilliant high school students and a female detective who work together to unravel cases connected to the mysterious vanishings of the boys' parents.

Recommendation: Detective Gonhwan similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Detective Gonhwan(명탐정 곤환)

2017South Korea
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadAmateur Detective Male LeadRomanceSchool ClubShort Length SeriesUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Male Lead themes with a 30% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: TRICK Season 3 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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TRICK Season 3(木曜ドラマ TRICK)

2003Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Female LeadDetective Supporting CharacterEccentric Male LeadMagician Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

The return of an unusual pair consisting of an attractive female magician and a quirky physicist is here! The setting is a secluded mountain village steeped in tradition. Throughout each episode, the female magician and physicist encounter a range of supernatural occurrences that exceed their wildest expectations. Like in the prior season, the duo will work together to uncover the mysteries behind these paranormal events and attempt to logically explain the cunning tricks at play, if there are any. (TV Asahi)

Recommendation: Dare mo Shiranai J Gakuen similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Dare mo Shiranai J Gakuen(誰も知らないJ学園)

2010Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingStudent Male LeadHigh SchoolMale Centered PlotMultiple MainsTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, School Setting, and Student Male Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Drama set in a school featuring Kansai Johnny's Jr. that focuses on the enigmatic events and rumors spreading among the student body and faculty members.

Recommendation: Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei(帰ってこさせられた33分探偵)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionInvestigator Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Rokuro Kurama is a fan of detective stories and mysteries, as well as a private investigator. In every installment, he aims to crack a straightforward case in under 33 minutes. However, due to his lack of sharpness, Rokuro Kurama frequently makes errors.

Recommendation: 33pun Tantei similar to Puzzle (2008)
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33pun Tantei(33分探偵)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionInvestigator Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kurama Rokuro works as a private investigator who has a passion for detective stories and mysteries. Despite his belief in ghosts and UFOs, he has a strong aversion to blood and corpses. Although he possesses keen insight and a vivid imagination, his conclusions are often based on speculation. In cases where he wrongly accuses individuals, he makes amends by sending them a gift along with an apology. His goal is to solve a seemingly simple case within a limited timeframe of 33 minutes, despite it being typically solvable within 5 minutes. His unconventional theories and ideas lead to a higher number of potential suspects and his unconventional reasoning often complicates matters. Will he ultimately be able to uncover the true culprit? - Fuji TV

Recommendation: 7 Mannin Tantei Nitobe similar to Puzzle (2008)
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7 Mannin Tantei Nitobe(7万人探偵ニトベ)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadDetective Fiction

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Nitobe Tsugumi is known as the "70,000 People Detective" because she has a network of 70,000 friends online who help her solve challenging cases using their collective brain power. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Last Mail 2 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Last Mail 2(ラストメール2)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaSupernatural

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Umi ni Furu similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Umi ni Furu(海に降る)

2015Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Female LeadAdventureStrong Female Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Miyuki Amagai has made history by becoming the first woman to pilot the Shinkai 6500 in Japan. The Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology (JAMSTEC) supported her as she embarked on her first submersible mission with the organization. Miyuki's father, who was a talented pilot and researcher at JAMSTEC, had passed away from an illness before achieving his lifelong dream. Inspired by her father's stories of the deep sea from her childhood, Miyuki is determined to explore and make her own mark in the underwater world. However, her journey takes a surprising turn when she comes across unsettling footage in her father's old locker, showing what appears to be his final submersible dive, leaving her overwhelmed with fear.

Recommendation: Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2(捜査会議はリビングで おかわり!)

2020Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFamilyRomance

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Secret of the Grand Mansion: The Missing Girls similar to Puzzle (2008)
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The Secret of the Grand Mansion: The Missing Girls(대저택의 비밀: 사라진 소녀들)

2021South Korea
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFriendshipShort Length Series

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In "The Mystery of the Grand Mansion: The Vanished Girls," viewers will follow the journey of ten WJSN members - Seola, EXY, Bona, Soobin, Luda, Dawon, Eunseo, Yeoreum, Dayoung, and Yeonjung - as they find themselves stranded on a desolate planet following a mysterious incident on their way to a prestigious event. As they stumble upon the Grand Mansion, their curiosity is piqued by signs of someone's presence inside.

Recommendation: The Last Cop Season 2 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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The Last Cop Season 2(ラストコップ 2)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

In June 2015, Kyogoku suddenly awoke from a 30-year coma following an accident during an investigation

Recommendation: Mousou Sousa similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Mousou Sousa(妄想捜査)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kuwagata Koichi works as an associate professor in the Department of Literature at a lesser-known university. Despite being labeled as a skilled detective by society, he doesn't possess the typical qualities of a famous figure. While he may seem calm and composed on the outside, he harbors intense emotions within. Praise lifts his spirits, while criticism brings him down. His unconventional behavior attracts a series of challenges and mishaps, leading to a life filled with setbacks. However, he decides to turn over a new leaf, leaving behind his troubled past and embracing a more stylish lifestyle by tackling crises effortlessly in his role at the university. He tackles difficult problems with his ever-evolving creative ideas. His only confidante in his unconventional thought process is Shinno Hitomi, a sophomore studying literature at the university.

Recommendation: Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!! similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!!(保育探偵25時~花咲慎一郎は眠れない!!~)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Shinichiro Hanasaki used to work as a detective for the police department, but now he runs a nursery called "Smiling Garden." In order to assist underprivileged families and single parents by offering affordable childcare, he operates on a very tight budget. To generate extra income, he decides to open a private detective agency at night. This storyline is based on the novel series "Hanasaki Shinichiro" by Shibata Yoshiki.

Recommendation: Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5 similar to Puzzle (2008)
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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5(警視庁ゼロ係SEASON5)

2021Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationEccentric Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Sniffer - Kyuukaku Sousakan similar to Puzzle (2008)
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The Sniffer - Kyuukaku Sousakan(スニッファー 嗅覚捜査官)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySmart Male LeadConsultant Male LeadCrime Solving DuoDetective Male LeadForensic SciencePolice ProceduralSlight Romance

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 28% similarity match.

I have an exceptional sense of smell that never fails me. Hanaoka Shinichiro, also known as "The Sniffer," is a consultant specializing in solving significant criminal cases. With his extraordinary olfactory abilities, Hanaoka can unravel mysteries once he catches a scent. Teamed up with the empathetic detective Komukai Tatsuro, he tackles challenging and unusual cases. (

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Uwasa no Onna(噂の女)

2018Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDeathRomance

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

During her high school years, Miyuki Itoi was not considered particularly attractive. However, one day, she undergoes a transformation and becomes stunningly beautiful. As she begins to interact with men, a mysterious pattern emerges - those men soon meet their demise. (My DramaList)

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Wakaresase-ya(別れさせ屋)

2001Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionDramaInvestigator Female Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

After being abandoned by her spouse, the despondent Miyo (Mirakami) discovers employment with PPI, a secretive spy agency that specializes in orchestrating scenarios to end relationships. Their covert operations enable clients to end relationships without feeling guilty or placing blame. (Credit: The Dorama Encyclopedia)

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Puzzle (2007)(パズル)

2007Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysterySchool SettingSuspenseThrillerYouth

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and School Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

An elite high school is taken over by an armed group, leading a group of students to search for 2,000 hidden puzzle pieces within the school in a time frame of 48 hours.

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Joshi Deka(ジョシデカ!-女子刑事-)

2007Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDeathMurderSerial Killings

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

An inexperienced sharpshooter and an experienced veteran are teamed up to solve various cases together. Despite their differences, the two women clash on many issues and we witness their evolving relationship as they work together, alternating between friendship and animosity. As they follow the clues left by a serial killer, they experience moments of laughter and tears. (TBS)

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Kochikame(こちら葛飾区亀有公園前派出所)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Located in a local police station in Tokyo, the plot revolves around the wild escapades of Ryotsu Kankichi, a mature police officer. The source of this information is Anime News Network.

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Naniwa no Hana - Ogata Koan Jikencho(浪花の華〜緒方洪庵事件帳〜)

2009Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryStudent Male LeadAmateur Detective Male LeadDetective FictionHistorical

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, and Student Male Lead themes with a 27% similarity match.

Initially appearing timid, medical student Ogata Akira, later known as Ogata Koan, comes from a samurai lineage but does not possess the typical warrior mentality. Despite this, he collaborates with Sakon, a secretive young woman posing as a samurai and associated with an underground vigilante organization, to solve criminal cases.

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Kodaike no Hitobito(高台家の人々)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaRomanceShort Length Series

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

The Kodai family's three brothers have the ability of telepathy, which has resulted in numerous tense situations. Mitsumasa's mother disapproves of his relationship with Kie Hirano. This unique program showcases a family gathering of the Kodai Family.

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Keishichou Nasi Goreng ka(警視庁 ナシゴレン課)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

At the age of 25, Kazahaya Kyoko is named as the leader of an investigative unit within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department known as the Nasi Goreng Division. She takes a unique approach to investigations, preferring to conduct them entirely from within a room and rejecting the traditional legwork methods of the Showa era. Despite rarely leaving her room during investigations, Kyoko demonstrates exceptional insight and deductive abilities in solving challenging cases. The dynamic changes with the arrival of Ishinabe Kanta, a middle-aged man who has always dreamed of becoming a detective and is now assigned to the Nasi Goreng Division. Despite Ishinabe's enthusiasm and insistence on his legwork skills, Kyoko dismisses him as an unnecessary hot-blooded individual.

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Women's Special Investigation Unit Frontline(女たちの特捜最前線)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFemale Centered PlotFriendshipSismance

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Muromachi Kyoko, Ichijo Yayoi, and Yasaka Misuzu are employed at a police station in different departments - Kyoko in general affairs, Yayoi in public relations, and Misuzu as a cook in the cafeteria. Despite not being detectives, they gather information related to cases and meet in the cafeteria to discuss and analyze the details. Surprisingly, they often uncover valuable clues that help in solving cases.

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Harassment Game(ハラスメントゲーム)

2018Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationBusinessDrama

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

Akitsu Wataru serves as the supervisor of the Toyama location for Maruo Holdings, a well-known supermarket chain. Following a certain incident, he is reassigned and relocates to a rural area with his family. Unexpectedly, Akitsu is summoned back to the main office to lead the compliance department. The CEO and board members harbor undisclosed intentions. The company faces multiple harassment problems, which Akitsu resolves using innovative approaches and strategies.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 4(警視庁ゼロ係〜生活安全課なんでも相談室〜SEASON4)

2019Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationEccentric Male LeadPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Puzzle (2008), this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.