Ryuusei Wagon - Asian drama recommendation
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Ryuusei Wagon(流星ワゴン)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyFantasyFlashback To PastLifeMelodramaMiniseriesNostalgiaTime Travel

Over the last six months, Nagata Kazuo has faced losing his job, his wife Miyoko has expressed a desire for divorce, and their son Hiroki has been engaging in violent behavior at home. Additionally, Kazuo harbors resentment towards his father Tadao, who is suffering from terminal cancer. Feeling lost and defeated, Kazuo finds himself sitting on a bench in front of a train station when a wine-colored wagon unexpectedly appears. The driver, Hashimoto Yoshiaki, and his son Kenta, who both should have passed away five years ago, invite Kazuo to join them on a journey to revisit significant places from his past. Through this experience, Kazuo begins to understand the root of his marital and familial issues.

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Recommendation: Sono Hi no Maeni similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Sono Hi no Maeni(その日のまえに)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMelodramaMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, Life, Melodrama, and Miniseries themes with a 60% similarity match.

Harada Kazumi has been diagnosed with terminal cancer and has been informed that she has a year left to live. In the time remaining, she and her husband Kensuke decide to revisit the neighborhood where they started their life together, unaware of the concept of mortality. During their visit, they not only reminisce about their past but also contemplate their future together. As the inevitable day draws near, they must find a way to cope with loss and move forward with a positive outlook on life.

Recommendation: Kibougaoka no Hitobito similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Kibougaoka no Hitobito(希望ヶ丘の人びと)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 50% similarity match.

Tajima resides happily in Tokyo with his wife Keiko, their daughter Mika, and son Ryota. Unfortunately, Keiko is diagnosed with terminal cancer and passes away within three months. Keiko was the light of the family, and her absence creates a void in their hearts. Tajima attempts to continue on as usual, but soon realizes it is futile. Upon his children's suggestion, they visit Kibougaoka, Keiko's hometown, to reminisce about her past. They visit Keiko's old, empty home, and Tajima proposes they move there. Mika and Ryota agree, and the Tajima family begins a new chapter in Kibougaoka.

Recommendation: Watashi no Aozora 2002 similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Watashi no Aozora 2002(私の青空 2002)

2002Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMelodramaMiniseriesAsadora

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, Melodrama, and Miniseries themes with a 45% similarity match.

Hey, stay away from him... well, he may not be my husband, but he belongs to me! Due to popular demand, the My Blue Sky story continues! What happened to Nazuna, her lively son Taiyo, and Kento, the man who left them to pursue a career in boxing? The last time we saw Nazuna two years ago, she had chosen to keep her child and remain in Tokyo after being abandoned at the wedding altar. Being a single mother was challenging, but she and her son were able to create a comfortable life for themselves. Now, Kento and Nazuna have reunited, and although they are not married, they live in separate apartments nearby, each following their own aspirations. Taiyo, getting ready for fourth grade, receives support from both his parents, and their unconventional family dynamic surprisingly works well. Things take a twist when Kento falls in love with another woman. Koyuki, reserved and timid, is the complete opposite of the outgoing and direct Nazuna. Nazuna and Taiyo are forced to reconsider their unique family setup as a result. Nazuna decides to confront the situation head-on and fight for the family she has built. Get ready, anything can happen!

Recommendation: Bakabon no Papa yori Bakana Papa similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Bakabon no Papa yori Bakana Papa(バカボンのパパよりバカなパパ)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesBased On A True Story

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 45% similarity match.

The plot of this series revolves around the novel "Bakabon no Papa yori Bakana Papa," depicting the daily lives of the writer, her father who is a manga illustrator, and other members of their family.

Recommendation: Going My Home similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Going My Home(ゴーイング マイ ホーム)

2012Japan
DramaFamilyFantasyLifeMiniseriesMagical RealismRural Life

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Fantasy, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 42% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Tsuboi Ryota, a 45-year-old coordinator at a large advertising company, who is asked by a client to make changes to their new commercial. Despite struggling to articulate the necessary modifications to the director, Ryota is interrupted by a call from his older sister informing him of their father's collapse while golfing in Nagano. Urgently, Ryota decides to return to his hometown in Nagano. Known for his amiable nature, Ryota is faced with various conflicts in his personal and professional life, such as balancing relationships with his wife, daughter, sister, and work responsibilities. Introducing a touch of mystery to the family drama are Miyazaki's enigmatic character, a young woman Ryota encounters at the hospital, and Natsuyagi's portrayal of his father, who passionately believes in the existence of a mythical race known as the Kuna.

Recommendation: Honke no Yome similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Honke no Yome(本家のヨメ)

2001Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Nozomi, a Taiwanese woman, is married to Shinji, a Japanese businessman living in Taipei. Their relationship takes a turn when Shinji is required to go back to Japan to manage the family estate. This leads to a conflict between Nozomi and her mother-in-law. (groink)

Recommendation: Atakake no Hitobito similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Atakake no Hitobito(安宅家の人々)

2008Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMelodrama

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Melodrama themes with a 40% similarity match.

Endo Kumiko plays the role of Kuniko in the series, who is the daughter of an employee working for the wealthy hotel owner, Soemon Ataka. Kuniko chooses to marry Soichi, Soemon's son who has intellectual disabilities, because she values his pure heart over his family's wealth. Soichi faces disdain from his brother Joji, who has squandered his share of the inheritance due to unsuccessful business ventures. Kuniko struggles to defend the last hotel remaining from Joji's schemes, while Joji's wife starts to influence Soichi's feelings.

Recommendation: Mama to Papa ga Ikiru Riyuu similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Mama to Papa ga Ikiru Riyuu(ママとパパが生きる理由。)

2014Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Thirty-four-year-old Yoshioka Toko was diagnosed with breast cancer two years after giving birth to her second child. Unfortunately, surgery is not an option due to her terminal condition, although her life expectancy remains uncertain. Toko is determined to stay strong for the sake of her son and daughter, despite facing moments of fear and anxiety. Shortly after Toko's diagnosis, her husband Kenichi learns that he has end-stage lung cancer. Despite their limited time left, the Yoshioka family continues to hold onto their dreams, never losing their sense of humor and their love for each other.

Recommendation: Kekkonshiki no Zenjitsu ni similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Kekkonshiki no Zenjitsu ni(結婚式の前日に)

2015Japan
DramaFamilyMelodramaMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Melodrama, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Hitomi Ashizawa, also known as Karina, holds the position of team leader at a real estate company. She is currently in a relationship with a doctor and was recently diagnosed with a brain tumor, 100 days before her scheduled wedding. Despite not having been in contact for 28 years, Hitomi's mother suddenly reappears in her life. With her cheerful demeanor, Hitomi's mother provides her with support and motivates her to maintain a positive outlook on life.

Recommendation: Sesiru no Mokuromi similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Sesiru no Mokuromi(セシルのもくろみ)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Miyaji Nao is a married woman with a husband and a son. She prioritizes taking care of her son over focusing on her appearance. Nao leads a content life until she is approached to become a reader model for the well-known women's fashion magazine, VANiTY. This opportunity marks a turning point in her life.

Recommendation: Shukatsu Kazoku - Kitto, Umaku Iku similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Shukatsu Kazoku - Kitto, Umaku Iku(就活家族~きっと、うまくいく~)

2017Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Tomikawa Yosuke is wedded to Mizuki. They share a daughter named Shiori and a son named Ko. Yosuke holds the position of general manager in the human resources department of a sizable corporation, whereas his spouse is employed as an educator at a private junior high school. Their daughter is employed as a creator of jewelry and their son is currently seeking employment. Although they may seem like a harmonious family, an unexpected event causes their familial unit to unravel.

Recommendation: Dai Zenryoku Shissou similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Dai Zenryoku Shissou(大全力失踪)

2019Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Seven years after disappearing, Isoyama Takeshi has returned home and now runs a struggling bakery with his wife Seiko and daughter Nanami. The only bright spot is Nanami's engagement to Shirogane Masaya, the son of a wealthy family. However, Masaya's father disapproves of Isoyama's financial status and wants to end the engagement. One day, Isoyama reconnects with his old friend Kurebayashi, who asks him to deliver something to someone. During a night spent in his car, Isoyama meets Meguro Yuki, who is seeking to escape her father's abuse. To help her, Isoyama pretends they are father and daughter and together they flee Tokyo.

Recommendation: Pension Metsa similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Pension Metsa(ペンションメッツァ)

2021Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Tenko manages a guesthouse by herself, situated in a wooded area in Nagano abundant with Japanese larch trees

Recommendation: Kondo Umaretara similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Kondo Umaretara(今度生まれたら)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseries

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Recommendation: 0.5 no Otoko similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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0.5 no Otoko(0.5の男)

2023Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

The Tachibana family is at the center of the story, residing in a 2.5-generation household. This unique setup involves parents and their children living together in a two-generation home, with the addition of a single sibling from the younger generation. The decision is made by the Tachibana family to renovate their old residence into a 2.5-generation household. As a result, the 40-year-old protagonist, Masaharu Tachibana, who is unemployed and reclusive, moves in with his sister and her family. Despite being a respected gaming expert in the virtual world, Masaharu encounters difficulties in his new living arrangement. His sister requests his assistance with household tasks, while his teenage niece views him as "weird." Accustomed to living life at his own pace, Masaharu gradually adapts to socializing with others and embracing a more interactive lifestyle in the midst of these changes.

Recommendation: Sanzenen no Tsukaikata similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Sanzenen no Tsukaikata(三千円の使いかた)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

This story follows three generations of women from the Mikuriya family as they ponder the kind of life they want to live and tackle their challenges through saving money. Mikuriya Miho, the second daughter, recently moved out on her own after securing a well-paying job. She had aspirations of being a successful career woman with a loving partner, but a certain incident prompts her to reevaluate her path.

Recommendation: Hokuo Kojirase Nikki similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Hokuo Kojirase Nikki(北欧こじらせ日記)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

Shimako, an employee at a Tokyo travel agency, has a strong passion for Scandinavia. She resides in a cozy apartment filled with Scandinavian decor, cuisine, music, and various items that transport her to Finland. Unexpectedly, the company's president declares bankruptcy, prompting Shimako to deepen her affection for Finland.

Recommendation: Kikujiro to Saki similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Kikujiro to Saki(菊次郎とさき)

2003Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

In the Kitano family, Kikujiro is described as a strict and hot-tempered individual with a comical old-fashioned style. Saki, on the other hand, is a positive, cheerful, and clever woman who often argues with her husband but stands by him through any difficulties. This story allows viewers to reflect on the strong and deep family bonds that existed in Japan during less prosperous times, as depicted in an autobiographical book by actor/director Takeshi Kitano.

Recommendation: Living (2009) similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Living (2009)(大生活)

2009China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLife

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Life themes with a 40% similarity match.

Based on the book "Big Life" written by Qiao Yu.

Recommendation: Kakuu OL Nikki similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Kakuu OL Nikki(架空OL日記)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseries

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

The television series is adapted from a blog authored by Baka Rhythm from 2006 to 2009, in which he assumed the identity of a female office worker named Kakuu Masuno. Masuno, who claimed to be employed at a bank, shared anecdotes about the daily emotions experienced by an office worker and those in her social circle.

Recommendation: The Romantic Movement, Seoul similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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The Romantic Movement, Seoul(더 로맨틷 무부먼트, 서울)

2010South Korea
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMelodramaMiniseriesComedyRomanceShort Length Series

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, Melodrama, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

The series effectively narrates the journey of a girl named Hyo Rin, who is perpetually troubled by matters of the heart

Recommendation: Asa ga Kuru similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Asa ga Kuru(朝が来る)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesInvestigationMotherhoodMystery

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Satoko Kurihara found contentment in her daily life alongside her husband and their son. Although the son was not biologically theirs, they had embraced him as their own after unsuccessful fertility treatments led them to explore adoption. Asato had become an integral part of their family, bringing Satoko immeasurable joy. However, everything changed when Satoko received a surprising call from Hikari Katakura, who claimed to be Asato's biological mother. This unexpected revelation left Satoko feeling overwhelmed by memories of the past.

Recommendation: Shitamachi Rocket (2011) similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Shitamachi Rocket (2011)(下町ロケット )

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseriesBusiness

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Tsukuda Kohei used to lead the development of a space rocket but left the Space and Astronautical Science Agency due to the rocket launch failure. He now manages Tsukuda Manufacturing, a small factory in the historic downtown area. On the other hand, Teikoku Heavy Industries unveiled plans for a homegrown rocket launch during a press event. However, the project hit a snag when Zaizen Michio, the Aerospace Division's chief, discovered that the patent for the crucial engine component technology had already been filed by Tsukuda Manufacturing. In a desperate attempt to secure the patent, Zaizen offered Tsukuda 2 billion yen. But...

Recommendation: Kazoku (2006) similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Kazoku (2006)(家族〜妻の不在・夫の存在〜)

2006Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesFather-Son Relationship

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Kamikawa Ryohei, a 35-year-old man employed by a multinational corporation, enjoys a content family life with his wife and son. However, when he decides to make a career change and resign from his job, his wife unexpectedly disappears, leaving him to manage the household and raise their son on his own. On the other hand, Saeki Shinichiro, aged 61, chooses to live independently after losing his wife to an illness shortly after retiring from his long-time job.

Recommendation: Yuube no Curry, Ashita no Pan similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Yuube no Curry, Ashita no Pan(昨夜のカレー 明日のパン)

2014Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesEmotionally Strong Female Lead

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Seven years ago, Kazuki passed away when he was only 25 years old, leaving behind his wife Tetsuko and father Gifu. Although they live together as a family, their relationship is unique as Tetsuko is not biologically related to her father-in-law. Tetsuko finds solace in meeting individuals who were connected to her late husband through fate, which helps her overcome the grief of losing a loved one and allows her to move forward in life.

Recommendation: Utsukusiki Wana - Zanka Ryoran similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Utsukusiki Wana - Zanka Ryoran(美しき罠~残花繚乱~)

2015Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% 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: Zenryoku Shissou similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Zenryoku Shissou(全力失踪)

2017Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesBusiness

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Isoyama Takeshi, a temporary worker at a company, receives news from his employer that he will remain on a fixed-term contract with no possibility of becoming a permanent staff member. At home, his wife Seiko and 12-year-old daughter Nanami often criticize him. Adding to his troubles, a real estate investment he made secretly ends up with unexpected consequences, leaving him struggling to keep up with mounting interest payments. Encountering a mysterious elderly woman, he hatches a plan to vanish for 7 years in order to be legally declared dead and start anew.

Recommendation: Machikouba no Onna similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Machikouba no Onna(マチ工場のオンナ)

2017Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesBusiness

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Arimoto Hikari, a 32-year-old woman who is married with a son, visits her father Taizo after he collapses from overworking. The doctor informs Hikari that her father only has 4 days to live. Despite her initial resistance, Hikari decides to take over her father's company as he had originally intended for her. However, she encounters challenges such as her husband traveling to America for work and facing opposition from some employees like Katsumata and Junzo. This story is inspired by Suwa Takako's novel "Machi Koba no Musume."

Recommendation: Love Again (2012) similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Love Again (2012)(러브 어게인)

2012South Korea
DramaFamilyLifeMelodramaRomance

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Melodrama themes with a 36% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds as men and women in their 40s reunite after three decades, thanks to an event organized by a former classmate. While they keep their current lives concealed, they relish the gathering and subsequently return to their daily routines. However, two of the attendees start meeting regularly, reigniting past passions and leading to a perilous romantic entanglement. The story intricately explores the tensions within families and the weight of everyday life, yet as they unravel the enigma, the bonds of friendship and affection among them withstand numerous challenges and reconciliations. This tale captures the loneliness and struggles of middle age in contemporary existence, which imposes the obligations of parenthood and partnership upon them, offering a chance to reflect on the lives they inadvertently left behind long ago.

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Good People (2016)(좋은 사람)

2016South Korea
DramaFamilyLifeMelodramaWrongfully Accused

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Melodrama themes with a 36% similarity match.

When Yoon Jung Won faces betrayal from those she held dear, including family and friends she fully relied on, she becomes aware of the harshness of human nature. This series centers on an insurance planner wrongfully accused of a crime she did not commit, as she seeks justice following her time in prison. The narrative carries a message of hope, highlighting that despite the suffering caused by those around her, she ultimately discovers solace and support from new individuals she meets along her journey. (MBC)

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May 32nd(세상에 없던 하루, 5월32일)

2018South Korea
DramaFamilyFantasyMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Fantasy, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

"Are you... Interested in time?" This is something everyone might have pondered. The story revolves around a couple in their thirties, 'Ju Won' and 'Jung Min.' A captivating tale of time travel unfolds in May. (WHYNOT MEDIA)

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Shufu Katsu!(主婦カツ!)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMiniseriesBusiness

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Natsuko Miyamoto, a 48-year-old stay-at-home mother to two children (Hana, 20, and Kotaro, 17), is taken aback when her husband Akira, aged 54, reveals his plans to leave his job and pursue his passion for agriculture. Feeling motivated to find her own employment, Natsuko encounters obstacles due to lack of experience and her age. However, a surprising turn of events leads her to discover potential job opportunities at a disorganized supermarket. (DramaWiki)

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Kikujiro to Saki 2(菊次郎とさき 2)

2005Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMiniseriesComedy

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Family, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Kikujiro, the patriarch of the Kitano household, is a stern and easily agitated individual with a quirky sense of humor. His wife, Saki, is an optimistic, lively, and intelligent woman who frequently argues with her husband but stands by him through tough times. This story allows viewers to reflect on the deep and resilient bonds of family during a time when Japan was not as prosperous as it is today. This narrative is inspired by an autobiographical work written by actor and filmmaker Takeshi Kitano.

Recommendation: Toge Shoushimin Kuranaga Haruyuki no Gyakushu similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Toge Shoushimin Kuranaga Haruyuki no Gyakushu(とげ 小市民 倉永晴之の逆襲)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationFamilyLifeMiniseriesWorkplace Setting

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Kuranaga Haruyuki is employed at the community assistance center in the city hall of Wani no Kuni. Over the past three years, he has been under significant stress and dealing with daily stomach pains. His hardworking, respectful, organized, cautious, and reserved nature often puts him in difficult situations with his colleagues, his boss who is both arrogant and timid, and the demanding citizens he serves. Kuranaga finds solace in venting to his tropical fish companions while enjoying a glass of low-alcohol beer. However, a sudden emergency causes him to finally snap. This triggers his inner sense of justice, prompting him to confront and resolve issues both at work and within his family, leading to a heartwarming resolution.

Recommendation: Yamaonna Nikki similar to Ryuusei Wagon
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Yamaonna Nikki(山女日記 ~女たちは頂きを目指して~)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseriesSports

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

At 40 years old, Tachibana Yuzuki has recently started working as a guide for mountain climbing. During her initial solo expedition to Mount Myoko and Mount Hiuchi, she encounters three women in her group: Yumi and Ritsuko, who are employed at a department store, and Mitsuko, who works at a welfare facility. Despite facing various challenges and personal issues, these novice climbers attempt to conquer the mountains under the guidance of Kijima, a younger colleague who is more experienced than Yuzuki. Extracted from the book "Yamaonna Nikki" penned by Minato Kanae.

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Shitamachi Rocket(下町ロケット)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseriesBusiness

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Kohei Tsukuda used to work for the Aerospace and Science Exploration Agency before taking over his father's small factory, Tsukuda Industries. Despite facing challenges in his relationship with his daughter Rina, Tsukuda Industries has seen some improvement in its operations. However, Tsukuda's focus on developing a rocket engine has led to a decline in business. The situation worsens when a major client suddenly decides to stop working with Tsukuda Industries and the company gets sued by a competitor, Nakashima Industries, for patent infringement. This results in damage to Tsukuda Industries' reputation and financial struggles with banks. In the midst of these difficulties, Teikoku Heavy Industries offers to purchase a patent held by Tsukuda Industries for 2 billion yen.

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Kanjou 8-go Sen(感情8号線)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaLifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 36% 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.

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Akuma wa Soko ni Iru(悪魔はそこに居る)

2023Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyMiniseriesCousins Relationship

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Imanishi Uta and Kujo Misono are cousins who have grown up together since they were children

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Carolling: Christmas no Kiseki(キャロリング〜クリスマスの奇跡〜)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesChristmas SettingDivorced ParentsRomanceViolence

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With Christmas on the horizon, three different sets of individuals are dealing with personal struggles

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Wang Gui and Anna(王贵与安娜)

2008China
Novel AdaptationDramaFamilyLifeCountryside SettingRomance

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Based on the book written by Liu Liu, this adaptation...

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Bright Sun and a Gentle Breeze(风和日丽)

2012China
Novel AdaptationFamilyLifeMelodramaRomanceYouth

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Family, Life, and Melodrama themes with a 33% similarity match.

During the late 1950s, the Republic of China, which had endured over fifty years of war, celebrated its tenth anniversary. Yang Xiao Yi, Liu Shi Jun, and their peers are young individuals of this new era embarking on a path to leave their mark on the world. Raised in a single-parent household, Yang Xiao Yi is resolute in uncovering the true identity of her biological father. As she navigates through challenges with her family, friends, and loved ones, she learns valuable lessons and remains resilient in the face of adversity.

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The Love of Happiness(因为爱情有幸福)

2016China
DramaFamilyLifeMelodramaFriendshipRomance

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Melodrama themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Lu Xiao Nan (played by Tina Tang), an independent woman who harbors a fear of marriage due to the complexities involved in merging two lives and families. However, she meets Kevin (portrayed by William Chan), a university professor who is unfettered by familial ties and possesses a warm and adaptable nature. Despite her initial reservations, Xiao Nan marries Kevin and supports him in his quest to reconnect with his estranged family. As they navigate the challenges of blending into his family, Xiao Nan finds solace and purpose with the help of her supportive husband. Meanwhile, Kevin unravels the mysteries surrounding his childhood amnesia. The series is available in two versions: 66 episodes lasting 35-55 minutes each for TV viewing, or 70 episodes of 45 minutes each for DVD watching.

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Dear Them(亲爱的她们)

2017China
DramaFamilyLifeMelodramaFriendshipRomance

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The narrative follows the journey of two elderly friends who find solace in each other as they navigate the challenges of letting go of earthly concerns. Through the eyes of Gu Jia Yi, we gain insight into the lives and hardships faced by her mother and her mother's companions.

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Niji no Kanata(虹のかなた)

2004Japan
DramaFamilyFantasyLifeChasing A DreamRevenge

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The Threat of Love(Loving You 我愛你)

2000Hong Kong
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesFriendshipRomance

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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.

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The King of Yesterday and Tomorrow(九五至尊)

2003Hong Kong
FamilyFantasyLifeTime TravelBusinessComedy

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The story follows Emperor Yung Cheng and Lui Sei Leong as they unintentionally travel 200 years into the future to present-day Hong Kong. It is fascinating to consider how these two characters from the Ching period react upon waking up in a completely unfamiliar setting. Yung Cheng, being the emperor, remains composed and observant, although slightly anxious. On the other hand, Lui Sei Leong, driven by her singular goal of assassinating the emperor and restoring the Ming dynasty, is determined regardless of the time and place. Their contrasting approaches lead to a series of amusing incidents as Yung Cheng adopts the persona of Lee Tai Ha and is welcomed by his relatives, while Lui Sei Leong joins a martial arts troupe.

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Watashi no Aozora(私の青空)

2000Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMelodramaAsadoraShort Length Series

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Melodrama themes with a 33% similarity match.

The 62nd NHK Asadora Drama titled Watashi no Aozora is set in Oma-cho, Aomori and Chuo-ku, Tokyo. The series follows the journey of Kitayama Nazuna, a young mother, and her son Taiyo from Ohma, a small town in Aomori. Taiyo's father, Murai Kento, had dreams of becoming a professional boxer but had to give up due to a detached retina. Unaware of Nazuna's pregnancy, Kento left for America with another woman for eye treatment. After a successful operation, he returned to boxing but faced challenges in achieving success. Meanwhile, Nazuna gave birth to Taiyo and moved to Tokyo in search of Kento. Their paths cross by chance, leading Kento to try to reconnect with his newfound family. The series delves into their journey as they navigate the complexities of forming a family together.

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Omiya(平岩弓枝のお美也)

2002Japan
DramaFamilyMelodramaMiniseriesHistoricalMother-Son Relationship

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A tale about a mother who becomes separated from her child and dedicates her life to reuniting with her son, despite the challenges posed by the feudal society.

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Diary (2018)(ダイアリー)

2018Japan
DramaFamilyLifeMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipRomance

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% 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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Heaven on the Fourth Floor(四樓的天堂)

2021Taiwan
DramaLifeMelodramaMiniseriesFriendshipHealing

Like Ryuusei Wagon, this drama also features Drama, Life, Melodrama, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

"Heaven" is a discreet massage parlor nestled in the alleyways and situated on the fourth level. Tian Yi, a skilled tuina masseuse, has a special ability to heal the emotional scars that his clients struggle to confront. Whether it's a therapist who can't seem to help her own mother, a street artist with a troubled history, or an actor who hides his true feelings... "Heaven" provides a space for individuals to discover their authentic selves.