Q Series: Life Plan A and B - Asian drama recommendation
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Q Series: Life Plan A and B(植劇場 - 荼蘼)

2016Taiwan
Age GapDramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeLong Distance RelationshipMiniseriesPoor Female LeadPoor Male LeadRomanceSuccessful Female Lead

Ru Wei and You Yan share a simple bond, confronting obstacles but remaining resolute in savoring life, even if it requires subsisting on instant noodles

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Recommendation: He Is My Ex-Boyfriend similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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He Is My Ex-Boyfriend(元カレ)

2003Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Toji manages the food section in a medium-sized department store and faces challenges with a difficult boss. However, his luck changes when he meets a charming elevator operator named Nao. Just as Toji begins to find happiness at work, his ex-girlfriend Makoto reappears as an account manager from an advertising agency. Despite Toji's surprise, Makoto acts as if they have never met before. With a demanding job and tension between Nao and Makoto, Toji finds himself in a difficult situation.

Recommendation: Kawa, Itsuka Umi e similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Kawa, Itsuka Umi e(川、いつか海へ)

2003Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

NHK's commemorative drama series for its 50th anniversary features multiple short stories showcasing popular Japanese actors and actresses. The narrative follows a ball as it travels from the river's origin to the ocean, revealing six love stories set in different seasons throughout the year.

Recommendation: Mo Hitotsu no Sugar & Spice similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Mo Hitotsu no Sugar & Spice(もうひとつのシュガー)

2006Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Derived from the 2006 movie Sugar & Spice, this spin-off series consists of four unique narratives. In the first case, Minami, a student at the same university as Yutaka, harbors a secret admiration for him despite his relationship status. As circumstances change, Minami and Yutaka grow closer. The second case follows Madoka and her partner Satoshi as they navigate a long-distance relationship when he is relocated to Sendai for work. The third case revolves around Mika, who, after experiencing betrayal, loses faith in love until a colleague named Yuta challenges her beliefs. Lastly, the fourth case introduces Takuma, responsible for managing fanmail for the popular radio show School of Lock, who falls head over heels for Asuka, a waitress he encounters at a cafe. Wiki/d-addicts

Recommendation: Uchi no Otto wa Shigoto ga Dekinai similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Uchi no Otto wa Shigoto ga Dekinai(ウチの夫は仕事ができない)

2017Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeMiniseriesRomanceNice Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadPregnancy

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Tsukasa is a devoted husband to his wife Sayaka, showcasing a strong appearance, notable educational background, and a lucrative salary. However, he harbors a hidden truth from his wife - his incompetence at work. Struggling with constant errors and doubts about his abilities, Tsukasa faces a dilemma when he discovers Sayaka is expecting a child, making it difficult for him to leave his job.

Recommendation: Hail (2013) similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Hail (2013)(해밀)

2013South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipMiniseriesRomance

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

An emotional narrative that weaves together multiple tales from across the nation crafted into a dramatic presentation.

Recommendation: 18/40: Futari Nara Yume mo Koi mo similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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18/40: Futari Nara Yume mo Koi mo(18/40~ふたりなら夢も恋も~)

2023Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceSuccessful Female LeadChasing A DreamSismanceStudent Female LeadTeenage PregnancyTeenager Female LeadUnexpected Pregnancy

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Life, Miniseries, Romance, and Successful Female Lead themes with a 33% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Uragiri no Machi similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Uragiri no Machi(裏切りの街)

2016Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceFamilyInfidelityOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hashimoto Tomoko, aged 42, leads a mundane life as a typical homemaker. One fateful day, she crosses paths with Sugawara Yuichi, a part-time worker 15 years her junior. Yuichi is in a relationship with Suzuki Satomi, who lives with him, while Tomoko is married to Koji. Despite being fully aware of their respective partners, Tomoko and Yuichi engage in frequent encounters in a narrow street near the Chuo train line without any clear intentions, ultimately leading to a physical relationship. These rendezvous serve as a temporary escape from the relentless monotony of their lives, filling the emotional void within them. However, an unforeseen event begins to shake Tomoko and Yuichi, unraveling an incredibly harsh reality that lies ahead for them.

Recommendation: Second to Last Love similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Second to Last Love(끝에서 두번째 사랑)

2016South Korea
Age GapDramaHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceDifficult AdulthoodEntertainment IndustryMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesNeighbors' RelationshipProducer Female Lead

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

This is a tale of adult romance centered around a woman in her forties who is a television producer. Focused solely on her retirement plans and uninterested in love, her life takes a turn when she relocates to a new town. There, she encounters a 46-year-old widower with a child, sparking a romantic connection between them.

Recommendation: Invisible Life similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Invisible Life(这就是生活)

2020China
Age GapDramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceEmotionally Strong Female LeadSecret RelationshipWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

To prevent her mother from interfering in her romantic life, Ye Xiao Bai decides to participate in a business project led by the strict boss Guan Yi He. Despite workplace rules prohibiting romantic relationships among colleagues, Xiao Bai and Yi He secretly fall in love and eventually get married in secret. While Xiao Bai initially believes life is going well, the pressure of keeping their relationship hidden begins to strain their family. As personal and professional challenges arise, Xiao Bai becomes more aware of the obstacles women face in the workplace and the difficulty of balancing work and family life. Through these experiences, she transforms from a naive girl to a stronger individual, excelling in her career and protecting her family and marriage.

Recommendation: Hey, Kids similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Hey, Kids(嘿,孩子)

2016China
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceComedy

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Fang Le and Yuan Yuan's relationship is facing challenges due to their lack of children. Fang Le is eager to expand their family, while Yuan Yuan is prioritizing her career over starting a family.

Recommendation: 29 Sai no Yuuutsu: Paradise Thirty similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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29 Sai no Yuuutsu: Paradise Thirty(29歳の憂うつ パラダイスサーティー)

2000Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A Book

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

According to the novel Paradise Thirty written by the author Nonami Asa.

Recommendation: 100 Love Scenes 3 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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100 Love Scenes 3(100シーンの恋3)

2008Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceMobile Drama

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: 100 Love Scenes 2 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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100 Love Scenes 2(100シーンの恋2)

2008Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceMobile Drama

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Chichi to Musuko no Otokotabi similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Chichi to Musuko no Otokotabi(父と息子の男旅)

2012Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeMiniseriesFather-Son Relationship

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

To help his son grow into a mature and kind individual, a father embarks on a journey with him. The son quickly discovers his lack of knowledge about life and engages in various new experiences such as fishing, hiking, and gazing at the stars at night. These shared activities will shape their bond for years to come.

Recommendation: Utsukusiki Wana - Zanka Ryoran similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Utsukusiki Wana - Zanka Ryoran(美しき罠~残花繚乱~)

2015Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceFamily

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Rika Ikeda, aged 34, engages in a relationship with Sota Kashiwagi, aged 54. Sota, who is married to Mitsuko and has a daughter, is also the director at the company where Rika works. Despite Rika's deep affection for Sota, he ultimately deceives and ends the relationship. Rika encounters Keiichi Ochiai through a blind date, who happens to be a close friend and almost like a younger brother to Sota Kashiwagi. Subsequently, Rika decides to seek revenge.

Recommendation: Newcomers to the Middle-Aged similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Newcomers to the Middle-Aged(人到中年)

2009China
Age GapDramaFamily RelationshipRomanceMarried Life

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Pianissimo similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Pianissimo(피아니시모)

2011South Korea
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceMusic

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

"PIANISSIMO" embodies the theme "Come & Goes in Silence," weaving through various love stories. This drama consists of 8 episodes, including Black City, Never Ending Love, Happy Fiction, Love is You, Grape Prince, Moebis, Magic Hour, and Meet, featuring renowned Hallyu stars and celebrated directors known for their contributions to melodrama. The cast includes members from SS501—Kim Kyu Jong, Kim Hyung Jun, Park JungMin—as well as singer Moon Hee Jun, Son Ho Young, Nam Gyu Ri, Tei, Bae Seul Ki, Seo Ji Young, former Baby V.OX member Shim Eun Jin, Kim EZ, Kong Hyun Joo, Hong Jong Oh, Park Ki Ung, Lee Tae Sung, Hong Soo Hyun, Won Jun Choi, among others, totaling over 30 Korean celebrities. With many musicians making their acting debuts in this series, viewers can expect a unique experience while watching. This drama was also released on DVD.

Recommendation: Kanjou 8-go Sen similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Kanjou 8-go Sen(感情8号線)

2017Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceNovel Adaptation

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

In Ogikubo, Hachimanyama, Chitose Funabashi, Futako Tamagawa, Kaminoge, and Denen Choufu, Loop line 8 passes through these six towns. Despite the close proximity, passengers must transfer trains and take a longer route. In each of these towns, there are women who struggle with unfulfilled love, such as one-sided crushes, domestic abuse, and extramarital affairs. Similar to neighbors taking a detour, their relationships are loosely intertwined. Due to the complex nature of their connections, they only scratch the surface when interacting with each other, leading them to question their personal struggles. Despite their worries and comparisons, they strive to move forward.

Recommendation: Eulachacha Waikiki Season 2 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Eulachacha Waikiki Season 2(으라차차 와이키키 2)

2019South Korea
DramaHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifePoor Female LeadRomanceBaseballBromanceCalm Female LeadComedyFirst LoveMultiple MainsNaive Female LeadSlow Burn Romance

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, Poor Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Lee Joon Ki is an underappreciated actor who operates the Waikiki guesthouse

Recommendation: Kahogo no Kahoko similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Kahogo no Kahoko(過保護のカホコ)

2017Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceCardiovascular DiseaseComedyDisapproving ParentFather-Daughter RelationshipFemale Chases Male FirstMother-Daughter RelationshipSchool SettingStudent Female Lead

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Nemoto Kahoko, a 21-year-old university student, is inexperienced and heavily dependent on her mother, Izumi. Izumi takes care of waking Kahoko up and choosing her clothes every day, leaving Kahoko with no experience in household chores or driving. When Kahoko crosses paths with a young man who had a contrasting upbringing, she may have the opportunity to break free from her pampered lifestyle and learn how to become more self-reliant.

Recommendation: Gomen, Aishiteru similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Gomen, Aishiteru(ごめん、愛してる)

2017Japan
DramaHardworking Male LeadLifeMiniseriesPoor Male LeadRomanceDeathDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Male LeadMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipPianist Supporting CharacterRevengeTearjerker

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, Miniseries, Poor Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Ritsu was left by his mother Reiko when he was young, leading him to live in the lower socioeconomic class. After sustaining a severe head injury in a case, Ritsu's life is at risk. Believing his mother abandoned him due to financial struggles, Ritsu sets out to reconcile with her before his potential demise. However, upon discovering that she is happily living with her son Satoru, a talented pianist, Ritsu decides to seek revenge. Along the way, Ritsu encounters Rinka, a girl he had helped before, and learns she is Satoru's childhood friend.

Recommendation: The Light in Your Eyes similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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The Light in Your Eyes(눈이 부시게)

2019South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLifePoor Female LeadPoor Male LeadRomanceDouble IdentityFather-Daughter RelationshipFirst LoveLife LessonMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipTime LoopTime Manipulation

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, Poor Female Lead, Poor Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

To rescue her father from a tragic event, 25-year-old Kim Hye Ja uses an enigmatic watch to reverse time in a bid to avert the disaster, but she is unsuccessful. In her desperation, she ends up rewinding the watch excessively, which inadvertently ages her into a 70-year-old woman. Bewildered and unaware of how she arrived at this point, she embarks on a quest to restore everything to its rightful state. During her journey, she encounters family and friends who no longer recognize her, including Lee Joon Ha, a young man she once loved, who longs for her while grappling with his own struggles. When the elderly Kim Hye Ja and the youthful Lee Joon Ha unite, an unexpected connection forms, leading to the revelation of a heartbreaking and life-altering truth— the essence of all the time she has lost.

Recommendation: A Poem a Day similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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A Poem a Day(시를 잊은 그대에게)

2018South Korea
DramaHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifePoor Female LeadRomanceFemale Chases Male FirstJealousyLove TriangleMedicalNice Female LeadNice Male LeadPoetrySmart Male Lead

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, Poor Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

The narrative explores the lives of various hospital professionals, including physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, radiologists, nurses, and medical students. Ye Jae Wook serves as a physical therapist and also imparts his knowledge by teaching in the same discipline. He has recently taken on the role of team leader at the hospital. Woo Bo Young has been practicing as a physical therapist for three years. Although her aspiration was to become a poet, her family's financial struggles led her to pursue a career in physical therapy instead. Meanwhile, Shin Min Ho is currently a trainee, but he lacks interest in physical therapy. His academic performance fell short of medical school requirements, and under the influence of his parents, both of whom are doctors, he was compelled to study physical therapy.

Recommendation: Record of Youth similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Record of Youth(청춘기록)

2020South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceDysfunctional FamilyFamily PressureGrandpa-Grandson RelationshipInferiority ComplexLove TriangleModelingNice Male LeadYouth

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

In a society where dreams are often seen as a privilege, this drama depicts the struggles of youth as they pursue their aspirations and romantic connections despite numerous challenges. Sa Hye Joon, a charming and well-known model, aims to establish himself as an actor but faces difficulties during auditions. Ahn Jung Ha, a lively yet solitary makeup artist, seeks comfort in her admiration for idols while navigating her own disappointments. As they chase their dreams, their lives intersect, providing moments filled with thrill and understanding.

Recommendation: Incomparable Beauty similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Incomparable Beauty(无与伦比的美丽)

2023China
Age GapDramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadLifeRomanceBusinessBusiness FailureDifficult AdulthoodFashion IndustryMultiple MainsOffice SettingWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Family Relationship, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around three pairs of individuals in their twenties, thirties, and forties, exploring authentic themes that highlight the challenges faced by young adults in their family and professional lives. Among them are Xu Yao, a Beijing resident who experienced a breakup following a business setback, and Yu Jia En, a single woman from Beijing who has maintained her independence for a decade. Zhang Qing, a girl from a small town, enjoys a vibrant and picturesque life, while Li Nian Huan, who faced a setback during pregnancy, Hao Chen Shi, a rebellious young man, and Zhao Ang also navigate their own personal crises. As these characters confront various obstacles and uncertainties, they redefine the essence of life's "beauty" through their growth and resilience.

Recommendation: I Want to Love similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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I Want to Love(사랑하고 싶다)

2006South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaFamily RelationshipPoor Male LeadRomanceIll ChildIllnessMelodramaOlder Woman-Younger ManPoverty

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Family Relationship, Poor Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yeo Jin visits Eun Woo, who is dressed in a prison outfit, tears streaming down her face as she confesses her love for him. Ji Heon then assists Yeo Jin in standing up. One year prior, Yeo Jin led a typical life as a devoted wife alongside her husband, Ji Heon, an employee at an orthopedic university hospital, and her boisterous, irritable mother-in-law, Mrs. Shim. Meanwhile, Eun Seo pays a visit to her son, Min Hyung, who is in the hospital, bringing him some encouragement.

Recommendation: Ant Race's Struggle similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Ant Race's Struggle(蚁族的奋斗)

2011China
DramaHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadRomance1980sCheerful Female Lead

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

"Ant Race's Challenge" narrates the tale of the hardships faced by college students from the "ant clan" who were born in the 1980s in Beijing

Recommendation: The Next Station is Marriage similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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The Next Station is Marriage(下一站婚姻)

2015China
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceLove TriangleMelodrama

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

In 2009, Deng Cao Cao faces the kidnapping of her three-year-old son, leading to her husband Guan Hao blaming her for negligence and the subsequent decision to divorce. Despite the passage of five years, she continues to struggle as a single parent while on a relentless quest to locate her missing child. Along the way, she crosses paths with Gong Jian, a former military serviceman turned entrepreneur, who aids her in the search for her son and forms a deep bond with both mother and child. As Cao Cao and Gong Jian grow closer, complications arise with the return of Guan Hao and the interference of Gong Jian's mother. The question remains whether a new marriage is on the horizon or if familial and friendship bonds will be irreparably damaged.

Recommendation: Paper Cut similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Paper Cut(春暖花又开)

2019China
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceDebtFriendship

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A tale of Tian Chuang Hua, the daughter-in-law of the Ma family, who faces numerous challenges in her life but finds the strength to assist her village. Tian Chuang Hua, known for her devotion as a wife and daughter-in-law, had hoped for her husband to return for the new year, only to be presented with divorce papers instead. Along with her daughter, they encounter their own difficulties, including debt collectors at their door. Amidst these struggles, she receives the devastating news of her father's passing but remains committed to her in-laws. Tian Chuang Hua's compassion is acknowledged when her parents-in-law choose her over their own son. Despite the hardships, she tackles her issues one by one and embarks on a journey to promote tourism in the village. In a stroke of luck, she uncovers the precious art of paper-cutting skills possessed by her mother-in-law.

Recommendation: The Threat of Love similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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The Threat of Love(Loving You 我愛你)

2000Hong Kong
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceFamilyFriendship

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ten episodes featuring a consistent cast, each presenting a unique storyline centered around various types of love relationships such as heterosexual, familial, LGBTQ+, and platonic.

Recommendation: 100 Scene no Koi similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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100 Scene no Koi(100シーンの恋)

2008Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceAnthologyMobile Drama

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Mizushima Hiro takes on the roles of a stylist, a surfer, and a hairdresser in three separate 15-minute segments, all centered around themes of love

Recommendation: Love That Makes You Cry similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Love That Makes You Cry(いつかこの恋を思い出してきっと泣いてしまう)

2016Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceHealingUnrequited Love

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following the death of her mother at a young age, Sugihara Oto was raised by adoptive parents in the countryside of Hokkaido. Despite giving up on her dreams, she maintains a cheerful and courageous attitude. However, she faces a dilemma when her adoptive parents pressure her into marrying a wealthy man who is 20 years older in order to alleviate the family's financial struggles. Meanwhile, Soda Ren, who lost his parents early on, was raised by his grandfather in Fukushima's rural surroundings. When his grandfather falls victim to a scam, Ren heads to Tokyo to earn money to save their farmland. Although he dreams of reuniting with his grandfather, the harsh reality sets in. By chance, Oto also travels to Tokyo, leading to a tale of love and personal growth among six young individuals from rural backgrounds who find themselves in the bustling city.

Recommendation: Sakurazaka Kinpen Monogatari similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Sakurazaka Kinpen Monogatari(桜坂近辺物語)

2016Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceCar SettingFriendship

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The narrative takes place inside four vehicles trapped in a congested traffic jam.

Recommendation: Osaka Kanjousen Part 2 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Osaka Kanjousen Part 2(大阪環状線 ひと駅ごとの愛物語 Part2)

2017Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceAnthologyComedy

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

In every populated area, there exists a community. Districts are interconnected by trains, with stations serving as meeting points for people and opportunities for love to blossom. This series consists of 10 episodes showcasing various love stories - romantic, familial, friendly, and hometown love - all centered around different train stations along the Osaka Loop line. (jdramas.wordpress)

Recommendation: Diary (2018) similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Diary (2018)(ダイアリー)

2018Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceFamilyMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Ayaka Miyata is employed at a company that produces stationery and is set to marry her coworker, Yuichi Hiyama. Despite this, she is hesitant to share the news with her mother, Harumi. Ayaka and Harumi have been estranged since a major disagreement they had when Ayaka was 20 years old. Harumi has always kept the identity of Ayaka's father a secret since she was a child. One day, Yuichi urges Ayaka to inform her mother, which leads to Harumi visiting the company the following day to evaluate whether Yuichi is a suitable partner. During the meeting, Yuichi and Harumi hit it off and she agrees to attend the wedding dress fitting. Unfortunately, on the day of the fitting, Harumi is rushed to the hospital after suffering from a sudden brain hemorrhage. Despite three months passing, she remains unconscious. Meanwhile, Ayaka discovers her mother's living will from a nurse, revealing that she had been exchanging diaries with her high school classmates. Using the diary as a guide, Ayaka travels to Kaga City in Ishikawa Prefecture, her mother's hometown. The revelations in the diary, filled with both lies and harsh truths, ultimately lead Ayaka to find true happiness.

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Our Love Story (2017)(우리가 하는 연애)

2017South Korea
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceMale Chases Female FirstWeb Series

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

It is a tale about two friends who develop romantic feelings for each other yet choose to remain just friends.

Recommendation: All the Love in the World Season 3 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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All the Love in the World Season 3(세상의 모든 연애 시즌3)

2017South Korea
LifeLong Distance RelationshipMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Life, Long Distance Relationship, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

"All Love in the World" offers a contemporary and humorous portrayal of the romantic lives of different young couples today. This web drama consists of three seasons, with each season concentrating on a specific couple and their unique challenges. Season 3 explores the advantages and disadvantages of a long-distance relationship between a woman residing in Seoul and a man living in Busan.

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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu(突然ですが、明日結婚します)

2017Japan
Age GapDramaMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A MangaComedy

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Watashi ga Kemono ni Natta Yoru similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Watashi ga Kemono ni Natta Yoru(私が獣になった夜)

2021Japan
Age GapDramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceAnthologyCohabitationFemale Centered PlotSexual ContentWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Welcome to Wedding Hell similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Welcome to Wedding Hell(결혼백서)

2022South Korea
Age GapDramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceBest Friends RelationshipBromanceCheerful Female LeadFriendshipSismanceWeb Series

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

A story that many can relate to, follows a pair in their thirties as they get ready to tie the knot. Hoping for a happily ever after, they soon discover that reality is not as magical as they had imagined. As they navigate through meeting each other's families and house-hunting, the couple encounters some practical challenges while planning their wedding day.

Recommendation: Sore wa, Totsuzen, Arashi no you ni.. similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Sore wa, Totsuzen, Arashi no you ni..(それは、突然、嵐のように…)

2004Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaFamily RelationshipMiniseriesRomanceAdult-Minor RelationshipDancer Male LeadHidden IdentityIllnessOlder Woman-Younger ManTerminal Illness

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Family Relationship, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Kozue Ogawa has been married to Hideo for seven years and works as a housewife. Despite not having children, she lives with her parents at their flower shop, making each day lively. While content with her life and husband, she occasionally questions if it's fulfilling enough. To address this doubt, Kozue takes on a part-time job in the editing department of a magazine she previously worked for, where her former colleague is now the editor-in-chief. One rainy day, Kozue encounters a young man named Takuma Fukazawa, a high school student and dance teacher. As they practice in the dance studio together, Kozue feels a sense of unexpected closeness that leaves her conflicted. Though she eventually pushes Takuma away and runs home, the feeling in her chest lingers, leaving her pondering its significance.

Recommendation: Long-Distance Relationship similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Long-Distance Relationship(异地恋)

2017China
Age GapDramaLong Distance RelationshipRomanceCar AccidentEnemies To LoversOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Long Distance Relationship, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot of this television show explores the difficulties faced by couples who are in a long-distance relationship. Fang Zuo, a professor who has recently returned from studying in England, encounters Shi Nan, a 29-year-old woman who defies traditional gender norms. As they spend more time together, Fang Zuo discovers that Shi Nan was the one who rescued him from a car accident in the past. Over time, their relationship evolves from being adversaries to becoming romantic partners. (CdramaBase)

Recommendation: Princess Maison similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Princess Maison(プリンセスメゾン)

2016Japan
DramaHardworking Female LeadLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaHouse-huntingOrphan Female Lead

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 27% similarity match.

Numagoe Sachi, aged 26, is employed at a traditional Japanese bar and brings in a yearly salary of 2.5 million yen. She is focused on purchasing an apartment and spends her days off visiting various apartment showrooms in the area, hoping to find the perfect property. Sachi meticulously inspects each showroom as if she is merely window shopping, asking insightful questions that impress even the experts. The reason behind Sachi's decision to buy an apartment on her own stems from a previous experience of unexpectedly losing her home.

Recommendation: Ashita no Kimi ga Motto Suki similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Ashita no Kimi ga Motto Suki(明日の君がもっと好き)

2018Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceLGBTQ+Love OctagonMultiple Couples

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The series follows the lives of individuals who have fallen out of love. Matsuo Ryo is employed at a landscaping company and holds a negative view of women. During a visit to a client's office, he encounters Satogawa Akane, a secretary to a CEO who is highly regarded by male colleagues for her beauty and intelligence. However, Akane, disillusioned by a past relationship, is not interested in pursuing romantic relationships and only engages in sexual encounters with married men. A new colleague named Kinosaki Haruto shows interest in Akane. Meanwhile, Ryo is approached by his boss with a proposal to marry his daughter Tanno Ayaka and eventually take over the company, but Ryo sees Ayaka as a sister figure and feels embarrassed by the suggestion. Ayaka, who works at a construction site by day and a girl's bar by night, struggles with her own sexual identity. One night at the girl's bar, she is approached by a female customer named Kuroda Azusa.

Recommendation: Tokyo Danshi Zukan similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Tokyo Danshi Zukan(東京男子図鑑)

2020Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A Short StoryCharacter DevelopmentSocial Commentary

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

This narrative follows the life of a young man in Tokyo spanning two decades. Shota enrolled in a prestigious private university in the city. Upon discovering his girlfriend's infidelity with wealthy older men, he concluded that women prioritize money above all else. Determined to elevate his social standing in Tokyo, Shota secured a position at a prominent trading company after graduation. Despite enjoying a life filled with wealth and romance, his values began to shift as he competed for success alongside his colleague Kojima and navigated his relationship with Minami, who sought a partner earning at least 30 million annually. It wasn't until Shota reconnected with his former classmate Kazuma, now a CEO of a startup company, and his employee Ruriko, that he started to discover a fresh sense of purpose in his life.

Recommendation: Watashi ga Kemono ni Natta Yoru Season 3 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Watashi ga Kemono ni Natta Yoru Season 3(私が獣になった夜~好きになっちゃいけない~)

2022Japan
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceAnthologyFemale Centered PlotSexual Content

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Miyako ga Kyoto ni Yattekita!: Futari no Natsu similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Miyako ga Kyoto ni Yattekita!: Futari no Natsu(ミヤコが京都にやって来た! ~ふたりの夏~)

2022Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipMiniseriesRomanceDoctor Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipNice Male Lead

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

During a summer day, Sorayoshi saw Miyako leaving Kyoto station with a stranger, instead of going to Tokyo as planned. Curious about her companion, he continued with his usual home visits. At a lantern shop, Sorayoshi came across the same carry-on bag he had seen earlier, suspecting Miyako of dating Atsuhiko, the lantern shop's heir. Meanwhile, Miyako was returning from her part-time job delivering tofu when Sorayoshi spotted Sachiko, a woman he once liked, by the Kamo River. Sachiko, who was believed to have moved after remarrying, was actually still in Kyoto.

Recommendation: Things That May Occur to You Today similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Things That May Occur to You Today(어쩌면 오늘 당신에게 일어날 일)

2019South Korea
DramaLong Distance RelationshipMiniseriesRomanceGamingWeb SeriesYouth

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Long Distance Relationship, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative follows Jung Ah Yoon as she navigates the challenges of a long-distance relationship, which she sustains through online gaming.

Recommendation: No, Thank You Season 2 similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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No, Thank You Season 2(며느라기 시즌2)

2022South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLifeRomanceAdapted From A WebtoonComedyWeb Series

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Min Sa Rin has seamlessly adjusted to her role as a daughter-in-law and is navigating through life without major issues. Unexpectedly, she finds herself entangled in a mysterious case.

Recommendation: Why Do Women Always Get Upset? similar to Q Series: Life Plan A and B
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Why Do Women Always Get Upset?(여자들은 왜 화를 내는걸까)

2016South Korea
DramaLifeMiniseriesRomanceComedyFriendshipShort Length Series

Like Q Series: Life Plan A and B, this drama also features Drama, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative focuses on two girls along with their boyfriends. They must contend with witnessing their girlfriends' anger in various scenarios.