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Saiyuuki(西遊記)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationAdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipMonk-Nun Supporting Character

A youthful monk named Sanzo Hoshi embarks on a journey to India, always maintaining a "believing heart" as he travels alongside Son Goku (a monkey), Sagojo (a water monster), and Chohakkai (a Pig), mischievous spirits. What challenges and excitement lie ahead for our group of explorers, and will friendship and love triumph in the end?

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Recommendation: Balala the Fairies: The Mystery Note similar to Saiyuuki
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Balala the Fairies: The Mystery Note(巴啦啦小魔仙之音符之謎)

2015China
AdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipMusicTokusatsu

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 50% similarity match.

On Shirley's birthday, the Queen of Fairy Castle gifted her a valuable music treasure box that held a mystical musical gem. Queen Halle devised a plan for her son, Prince Omar, to infiltrate as a human and steal the gem. Halle utilized these musical gems to empower herself and seek retribution against the Fairy Queen. Despite facing formidable foes, the fairies united once more and ultimately triumphed over the malevolence with the strength of righteousness, preserving the tranquility of the Fairy Castle.

Recommendation: K.O.3an Guo 2017 similar to Saiyuuki
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K.O.3an Guo 2017(終極三國 2017)

2017Taiwan
AdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipActionMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 44% similarity match.

During a trial run of the interdimensional transportation equipment, the members of KO One unintentionally replicated the error of their forerunner by accidentally causing Liu Bei's injury with a large rock. To preserve the history of Silver Dimension, Zhi Ge took on the persona of his double, Liu Bei, and participated in the ritual to become sworn brothers with Guan Yu and Zhang Fei. As Zhi Ge assists in Liu Bei's healing process, he must familiarize himself with the workings of Silver Dimension while evading detection as an imposter.

Recommendation: Journey to the West Season 2 (2000) similar to Saiyuuki
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Journey to the West Season 2 (2000)(西游记 续集)

2000China
Novel AdaptationAdventureFantasyHistorical

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Adventure, and Fantasy themes with a 43% similarity match.

Derived from the book "Journey to the East".

Recommendation: Yuusha Yoshihiko to Akuryo no Kagi similar to Saiyuuki
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Yuusha Yoshihiko to Akuryo no Kagi(勇者ヨシヒコと悪霊の鍵 )

2012Japan
AdventureComedyFantasyTokusatsu

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 43% similarity match.

The upcoming season will take place a century after the events of Yuusha Yoshihiko to Maou no Shiro, featuring the original main characters.

Recommendation: Yuusha Yoshihiko to Michibikareshi Shichinin similar to Saiyuuki
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Yuusha Yoshihiko to Michibikareshi Shichinin(勇者ヨシヒコと導かれし七人)

2016Japan
AdventureComedyFantasyTokusatsu

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 43% similarity match.

Centuries after Yoshihiko's victory over the dark spirit Deathtark, the world is once more enveloped in darkness due to the devil king's return. With the help of Buddha's power, Yoshihiko, Murasaki, Merebu, and Danjo are tasked with defeating the devil king, who possesses seven vulnerable points that must be targeted for success. Only those chosen by fate can embark on this mission. The group embarks on a perilous journey across the globe in search of the seven warriors bearing the pearls of destiny needed to vanquish the devil king and restore peace to the world. Under Buddha's guidance, they arrive at a deserted village where they encounter a mysterious figure that terrifies them, forcing them to seek refuge in a small hut for the night. Can they once again save the world from impending doom?

Recommendation: Bunny Bunny (2016) similar to Saiyuuki
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Bunny Bunny (2016)(바니바니)

2016South Korea
AdventureComedyFantasyMiniseries

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 43% similarity match.

A Bunny Bunny, whose lives have been taken by a mysterious man, has descended into the human realm to recover their beloved lives.

Recommendation: KO One Re-Member similar to Saiyuuki
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KO One Re-Member(終極一班4)

2016Taiwan
ComedyFantasyFriendshipAction

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 43% similarity match.

Three students from Apple High School - Zhi, Liu Chen, and Tai Yang - have joined the Elite Group. Are they allies or adversaries? Lei Ting, the main female character, has mysteriously vanished. How did she disappear? With the absence of their leader Wang Da Dong, the Elite Group is left without direction. Despite their struggles for unity, Gu Zhan and Zhi Ge must now determine who will lead the Elite Group.

Recommendation: Journey to the West (2011) similar to Saiyuuki
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Journey to the West (2011)(西游记)

2011China
Novel AdaptationAdventureFantasyFriendshipActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Adventure, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 40% similarity match.

Based on Wu Cheng En's classic novel "Journey to the West," there are three different versions available: 45 episodes (Hong Kong version), 60 episodes (Satellite TV), and 66 episodes (Terrestrial TV).

Recommendation: Konkatsu 1000 Bon Knock similar to Saiyuuki
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Konkatsu 1000 Bon Knock(婚活1000本ノック)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFantasyMiniseriesRomance

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 38% similarity match.

Minami Ayako, a 33-year-old aspiring author, is surprised when her former partner Yamada returns as a spirit with unresolved matters

Recommendation: Magical Boy Cherry's similar to Saiyuuki
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Magical Boy Cherry's(魔法★男子チェリーズ)

2014Japan
ComedyFantasyFriendshipActionSupernatural

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 38% similarity match.

17-year-old Doguami Tetsu recently discovered his ability to read minds through physical contact. This attracts the attention of four men who also possess unique magical abilities. Tetsu, being a virgin, is considered a "cherry boy" capable of using magic. The five individuals come together to form a Super Sentai team to safeguard the city's peace, all while grappling with the decision of whether to maintain their virginity. Each superpower corresponds to one of the five senses - Touch, Sound, Taste, Smell, and Sight.

Recommendation: Lovely Unlovely similar to Saiyuuki
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Lovely Unlovely(人生が楽しくなる幸せの法則)

2019Japan
ComedyFantasyFriendshipAdapted From An EssayMiniseries

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 38% similarity match.

Nakagawa Ayaka, Kihara Riko, and Minamoto Yoshie are employed in the general affairs department of a trading company. Each of them is facing personal challenges - Ayaka struggles with communication, Riko with rigidity, and Yoshie with defiance. Their lives take a turn when a peculiar fairy appears and delivers a harsh truth about their mistakes. The fairy suggests that embracing their flaws could lead them to happiness. Intrigued, they embark on a journey to become the "right kind of ugly" through the fairy's guidance and intense training.

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Arabashiri(あらばしり)

2025Japan
ComedyFantasyFriendshipAdapted From A MangaDrama

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 38% similarity match.

The setting of the tale is a secretive sake store that can only be accessed by those in need. Within this shop, a touching story develops involving the proprietor who can transform sake into people, the humanized sake themselves, and the patrons who frequent the establishment. (YTV)

Recommendation: KO One Re-Call similar to Saiyuuki
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KO One Re-Call(終極一班5)

2018Taiwan
ComedyFantasyFriendshipActionWeb Series

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 38% similarity match.

The events unfold a month following the conclusion of KO One Re-Member, with the intense battle in the iron dimension still raging. Meanwhile, a massive storm erupts in the gold dimension, causing some to vanish into darkness. Gu Zhan sustains serious injuries, leading Qiu Qiu to blame herself. As the ultimate class begins to disintegrate, a conflict between the gold dimension and the darkness is revealed. The renowned Ya Se Wang returns as the new class instructor, determined to guide the students to success. The stoic commander Lan Si Luo, the seemingly weakest high-schooler Xiao Hu, and the previously wanted criminal Wan Shuang Long vie for leadership, the revival of the Martial Arts Syndicate, the mysterious mask used by the villain, and a shift in powers.

Recommendation: Isekai Izakaya "Nobu": Shinobu to Efa no Gokujo Suitsuhen similar to Saiyuuki
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Isekai Izakaya "Nobu": Shinobu to Efa no Gokujo Suitsuhen(異世界居酒屋「のぶ」~しのぶとエーファの極上スイーツ編~』)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFantasyFoodMiniseries

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 38% similarity match.

You have the opportunity to indulge in snack time and dessert-making with Shinobu and Eva, characters featured in the main storyline. (Serializd)

Recommendation: Balala the Fairies similar to Saiyuuki
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Balala the Fairies(巴啦啦小魔仙)

2008China
AdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipFairy Supporting CharacterMagical GirlStrong Female LeadSupernatural PowerTokusatsu

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 36% similarity match.

Fairy Castle is a magical realm where fairies are taught to harness their powers for good. One fateful day, Luna, the Dark Fairy, broke the rules by absorbing forbidden black magic and stealing the precious Fairy Stone. Shirley, the guardian of the Fairy Stone, faced consequences for her oversight and was imprisoned in a music box before being transported to Earth, where she ended up in a small Chinese town. Upon discovering the music box, two girls named Maggie and Michelle released Shirley from her captivity. In gratitude, Shirley bestowed upon them magical abilities, enabling them to transform into fairies. Together, the trio embarked on a mission to recover the stolen Fairy Stone.

Recommendation: A Chinese Odyssey:  Love of Eternity similar to Saiyuuki
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A Chinese Odyssey: Love of Eternity(大话西游之爱你一万年)

2017China
AdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipActionHistoricalMartial ArtsRomanceWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 36% similarity match.

Five centuries ago, Zi Xia comes down to the mortal world in search of Zhi Zun Bao, the man she loves and the one who extracted the Zi Qing Sword. Unfortunately, the sword is damaged during the journey, prompting her to use the time-travelling power of the pandora's box to try to restore it. Transported five hundred years into the future, she encounters Zhi Zun Bao, who has no memory of his previous life. Now a leader of the Ax Gang, a group of bandits, he has been romantically involved with Bai Jing Jing. As the story unfolds, it delves into a whirlwind of time travel and fantastical events, offering a fresh take on the classic tale "Journey to the West".

Recommendation: Wu Cheng En and the Journey to the West similar to Saiyuuki
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Wu Cheng En and the Journey to the West(吴承恩与西游记)

2010China
Novel AdaptationAdventureFantasyFriendshipActionHistoricalHistorical FictionMartial ArtsMing DynastyWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Adventure, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

The play showcases the impact of Wu Cheng En's personal life, hobbies, social circle, and family on his creation of one of the Four Great Classical Novels in Chinese literature.

Recommendation: Qi Huan Mao Xian Wang similar to Saiyuuki
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Qi Huan Mao Xian Wang(奇幻冒险王)

2014China
AdventureComedyFantasyAdapted From A MangaRomanceYouth

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 33% similarity match.

Based on the manga "City Hunter" by the author Hojo Tsukasa.

Recommendation: Insect Mahjong Museum similar to Saiyuuki
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Insect Mahjong Museum(神兽麻将馆)

2017China
ComedyFantasy

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy and Fantasy with a 33% similarity match.

Bai Han, a mythical creature, lost his magical powers and ventured into the mortal world in search of his spiritual bone. Unfortunately, the spiritual bone ended up being turned into a mahjong tile by a human named Lu Chang Sheng. While Lu Chang Sheng's parents were playing mahjong on Ryukyu Island, the island was devoured by one of the four gluttonous beings, Wu Xiao Tao. Wu Xiao Tao sought out Bai Han for help in removing the island from his stomach. From that moment on, the trio formed a team known as the "Spirit Beast Mahjong Hall" and began an incredible journey filled with magic and adventure.

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Fall in Love with a Fox(狐狸在手)

2024China
Novel AdaptationAdventureComedyFriendshipActionHistoricalMartial ArtsRomanceWeb SeriesWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Adventure, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

The plot centers on Qu Zheng, a cunning and attractive man, and Jin Bai Wan, a female protagonist with amnesia from the Letian Sect. Together, they uncover plots and combat villains in the world of martial arts, showcasing their unwavering loyalty and noble character. (iQIYI)

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Hello World Again(虎鹤双行)

2024China
AdventureComedyFantasyDramaShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 33% similarity match.

Da He and Xiao Hu, two robot testers, set out on a mission to locate two AI robots that have gone missing. As they navigate through a series of comical and bizarre scenarios, they delve into the intricate dynamics between AI technology and human society in today's corporate environment. (TMDb)

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Warau Manekineko(笑う招き猫)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFriendshipLifeMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hitomi Takashiro and Akako Honda form the comedy duo Akako to Hitomi, which they established approximately five years ago. Despite their lack of widespread popularity, they continue to entertain a small, loyal audience with their Manzai performances at a local theater. Their fortunes take a turn when they apprehend a middle school student attempting to steal Hitomi's bicycle, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the female comedy duo. (

Recommendation: Sanbiki no Ossan Season 2 similar to Saiyuuki
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Sanbiki no Ossan Season 2(三匹のおっさん2〜正義の味方、ふたたび!!〜)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFriendshipChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyMiniseries

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

A year has passed, and Kiyo, Shige, and Nori continue their nightly patrols to protect the town from thieves, harassers, and even a mysterious apparition. In the meantime, Yuuki and Sanae have begun their university studies while also attempting to find moments alone without Nori around.

Recommendation: Byplayers similar to Saiyuuki
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Byplayers(バイプレイヤーズ~もしも6人の名脇役がシェアハウスで暮らしたら~)

2017Japan
ComedyFriendship

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Comedy and Friendship with a 33% similarity match.

Kenichi Endo, Ren Osugi, Tomorowo Taguchi, Susumu Terajima, Yutaka Matsushige, and Ken Mitsuishi are all invited to participate in a high-budget television series featuring a renowned lead actor and internationally acclaimed director. In order to prepare for their roles and develop their on-screen relationships, the director suggests that the six supporting actors reside together in a shared house for a period of three months. As they embark on their temporary living arrangement, a past incident from a decade ago resurfaces, leading to feelings of resentment among the actors.

Recommendation: Sanbiki no Ossan Season 3 similar to Saiyuuki
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Sanbiki no Ossan Season 3(三匹のおっさん3〜正義の味方、みたび!!〜)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFriendshipChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyMiniseries

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kiyokazu, Shigeo, and Norio are currently investigating a situation where foreign tourists are being scammed through fraudulent homestay arrangements.

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Hwarang Fighter Maru(화랑전사 마루)

2006South Korea
AdventureFriendship

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure and Friendship with a 33% similarity match.

How would you react upon discovering that you were a courageous Hwarang, part of an elite youth group during the Silla dynasty, 1500 years in the past? You would be required to adhere to strict discipline and bear the significant responsibility of safeguarding your nation. How would you respond if that were your fate?

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Keu Keu Island's Secret(크크섬의 비밀)

2008South Korea
AdventureComedyFriendshipDramaRomanceSitcom

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

A group of ten employees finds themselves stranded on an uninhabited island following an accident at sea during their corporate outing. Due to their intoxicated state before the mishap, none of them can remember how they ended up on the island. This sitcom chronicles the experiences of these characters as they navigate their survival on the deserted Keu Keu Island.

Recommendation: 24 Hours (2018) similar to Saiyuuki
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24 Hours (2018)(限定24小时)

2018China
AdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipManhua AdaptationAge GapLove TriangleRomanceSci-FiSupernatural Power

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

After a peculiar incident, An Ding discovers a unique power that allows him to transform lifeless objects into living beings, but the effect only lasts for a day. As the items in An Ding's home come to life, they embark on an unusual and risky journey. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Yaji x Kita Ganzo Tokaidochu Hizakurige similar to Saiyuuki
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Yaji x Kita Ganzo Tokaidochu Hizakurige(やじ×きた 元祖・東海道中膝栗毛)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFriendshipEdo PeriodHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yaji and Kita travel together as a pair. Kita, who is easily swayed by women, is in debt, while Yaji, who is married, faces a dilemma between his wife and supporting his friend. Their escapades are chronicled by writer Jippensha Ikku. Taken from the book.

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Crying and Laughing Scholar(啼笑书香)

2021China
Novel AdaptationComedy

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation and Comedy with a 33% similarity match.

Fang Lin, a student of Confucianism in Quanjiao county, was set up by Wu Song, his competitor in winning the heart of the beautiful Xiao Yue. Following this incident, Fang Lin decided to focus on his studies and teaching while trying to put his tragic past behind him. His determination to stand up is reignited when he is approached by four young individuals seeking justice in a local trial fraud case that may involve his former rival, Wu Song. With a promise to not retreat this time, Fang Lin teams up with Prefect Xu Tianyou to uncover a complex scheme of deceit. Through this process, he may finally seek retribution against those who have wronged him.

Recommendation: Konshu Tsuma ga Uwaki Shimasu similar to Saiyuuki
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Konshu Tsuma ga Uwaki Shimasu(今週、妻が浮気します)

2007Japan
Novel AdaptationComedy

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation and Comedy with a 33% similarity match.

A man who was content with his job and happy marriage is thrown into a crisis when he discovers his wife is on the verge of having an affair. Feeling too ashamed to confide in those around him, he turns to an online message board for advice. His plea for help, "My wife is planning to cheat on me this week. What should I do?" sets the stage for a heartwarming comedy based on a true story. This story follows his journey as he seeks to understand the true meaning of marriage and works to rebuild his family. Life is full of surprises and sometimes things are not as they appear. It is important to dig deeper and not miss the hidden truths beneath the surface. (Fuji TV)

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doS Deka(ドS刑事)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationComedy

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation and Comedy with a 33% similarity match.

Kuroi Maya is a detective who lacks loyalty to her organization, disregards rules, and takes pleasure in unsettling others. She joined the detective force to have free rein in tormenting wrongdoers. Despite her unconventional methods, Maya's sharp intuition allows her to apprehend criminals swiftly. On the other hand, Daikanyama Shusuke, a well-meaning but careless police officer stationed at a police box, grapples with his domineering mother and sister at home. Their paths cross at a crime scene, leading to an unlikely partnership in tackling various cases together.

Recommendation: Sanbiki no Ossan similar to Saiyuuki
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Sanbiki no Ossan(三匹のおっさん~正義の味方、見参!!~)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFriendshipChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyMiniseries

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Friendship themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kiyota Kiyokazu has recently retired from his long-time job and started working part-time at a group of game centers. On his sixtieth birthday, his family gathers to celebrate, but an incident causes him to storm out and head to the pub, Yoidore Kujira. There, he meets up with old friends Tachibana Shigeo and Arimura Norio, and they reminisce about their childhood adventures as the "Three Brats" of the neighborhood. The conversation leads to concerns about safety in the town at night, prompting them to form a neighborhood watch group called the "Three Old Men." Kiyokazu, Shigeo, and Norio embark on their first patrol and successfully stop a handbag snatcher. Their heroic act gains recognition, but they are eager to catch a molester next. Meanwhile, Kiyokazu is troubled by discrepancies in the game center's financial records, as explained by the manager, Suda Ryoji. He learns about the risks associated with the heavy flow of customers and cash transactions at game centers, including register malfunctions and theft incidents.

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Gods of Honour(封神榜)

2001Hong Kong
Novel AdaptationAdventureComedyFantasyActionHistoricalHistorical FictionMartial ArtsRomanceShang DynastyWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 31% similarity match.

Throughout history, China has been ruled by various tyrants who were known for their aggression and immorality. One infamous tyrant was King Zhou of the Shang dynasty, whose oppressive rule led to the legendary overthrow by King Wu of the Zhou dynasty. This epic battle between good and evil caused great turmoil and sorrow in ancient China, resulting in the sacrifice of numerous brave warriors. To comfort the grieving people, the Celestial Realm established the Rostrum of Gods of Honour. The tale also highlights the importance of filial piety, featuring prominent figures like Nezha and Daji.

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Kamen Rider Saber(仮面ライダー聖刃)

2020Japan
AdventureComedyFantasyFriendshipActionAnimalDramaSci-FiSwordsman Male LeadTokusatsuWriter Male Lead

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, and Friendship themes with a 31% similarity match.

In ancient times, the Book of Ancients served as a historical record, documenting a wide range of knowledge including myths, creatures, stories, science, technology, and the evolution of humanity. Safeguarded by the Sword of Logos, a group of warriors dedicated to maintaining balance, the Book faced a threat from the Megiddo thousands of years ago. Following an attack, the Book disappeared, its pages scattered across the world. In the present day, aspiring writer Touma Kamiyama experiences dreams of a parallel dimension filled with swordsmen, monsters, and a mysterious girl in distress, leaving him unsettled and confused. One day, a sudden and mysterious event causes a portion of the city to vanish, triggering chaos and panic nationwide. The missing section reappears in Wonder World, an alternate dimension resembling pages from a book, inhabited by dangerous magical creatures that strike fear into the hearts of the inhabitants. As Touma and Mei find themselves caught in the chaos, Touma's dream becomes a reality when he is attacked by a monstrous being. Determined to restore the city to its original state, Touma taps into the power of the red Dragon, transforming into the Swordsman of Fire. The battle between the real world and Wonder World unfolds, with Touma holding the fate of both realms in his hands.

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Magic Mobile Phone(魔幻手机)

2008China
AdventureComedyFantasyActionRomanceSci-FiTime Travel

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 30% similarity match.

When a time anomaly causes a futuristic mobile device from 2060 and characters from an ancient Chinese tale to appear in 2006, chaos ensues. Jiao must now swap his sword for a superhero cape in order to protect Earth from the menacing Bull Demon. This CGI-filled mashup of fantasy, adventure, sci-fi, and comedy promises a rollicking good time. Along for the ride are Shu Chang (Lotus Lantern) and Li Bin (Shanghai Dream), adding to the lighthearted fun.

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Myth of Sword(鸣鸿传)

2018China
AdventureComedyFantasyActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 30% similarity match.

During the Northern Song Dynasty in Bianjing, there was a skilled constable named Shen Shi Wu who was known for his cold demeanor and good looks. He was not only talented in his work but also had a strong interest in technology, making him popular among the people. Shen played a crucial role in maintaining law and order in Bianjing, but his biggest challenge was dealing with the troublemaker Liu Xing Yu, who was known for his deceitful ways and charm with women. Shen was betrothed to the talented artist Wang Shi Shi, but he found himself falling for her alter ego, Yue Er. Meanwhile, Liu also had feelings for Wang, creating a complicated love triangle. Despite their personal entanglements, they joined forces to combat crime and solve various mysterious cases in the city.

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Legend of the Demigods(搜神傳)

2008Hong Kong
AdventureComedyFantasyActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Saiyuuki, this drama also features Adventure, Comedy, and Fantasy themes with a 30% similarity match.

Gai Choi Chi is an ordinary girl who seems to have luck on her side, earning her the nickname "Ho Choi Mui" or "Lucky Girl." Little does she know, her stepmother Ho Choi Ma is a plant spirit. After helping deities defeat an evil spirit, Choi Chi's stepmother transforms her into a demigod to protect her. Shek Kam Dong, despite being bullied and looked down upon as a child, remains devoted to his mother and shows reverence for the gods. Wong Tai Sin, a god known for granting wishes, bestows upon Shek superhuman strength. However, Shek abuses his power, becoming a tyrant in town. An Hei suffers from narcolepsy, constantly tired and falling asleep at random. Wong Tai Sin gifts An Hei with a magical sword inhabited by a warrior spirit to assist him in times of trouble. When an evil wizard captures Ho Choi Ma, Gai Choi Chi, Shek Kam Dong, and An Hei unite to defeat the wizard and rescue her. Their journey takes them across the continent, encountering mystical challenges along the way.

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Mahoro Ekimae Bangaichi(まほろ駅前番外地)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyFriendshipBromanceEccentric Male LeadEpisodic FormatLife

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Situated in the made-up town of Mahoro, Keisuke Tada and Haruhiko Gyoten are a pair of middle-aged divorced individuals who operate a handyman service. The show follows their dealings with customers at their office, conveniently situated across from a train station.

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Omoshiro Nankyoku Ryorinin(面白南極料理人)

2019Japan
AdventureComedyFriendshipAdapted From An EssayDramaFoodLife

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The team from the 38th Japanese expedition to the South Pole is currently stationed at the Dome base, which is situated 1,000 km away from the main Showa base at an altitude of 3,800 m. This location is known as one of the most hostile places on earth, with an average temperature of -54 deg Celsius, making it impossible for any living organism or virus to survive. The team consists of seven members, three of whom are researchers and the remaining four are support staff. Despite their different roles, they must coexist in the limited space of the Dome base for a year. The only source of happiness for them is when they gather to enjoy a meal together. Apart from that, they have to endure the starkness, pressure, and anxiety that come with living in such extreme conditions, with no means of escape and only their fellow team members for support.

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Greece Shinwa Gekijo: Kamigami to Hitobito no Hibi(ギリシャ神話劇場 神々と人々の日々)

2020Japan
AdventureComedyFantasyAdapted From A MangaDeity Male LeadGreek MythologyHistorical

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The narrative chronicles the escapades of Eros, the deity of affection linked to sensuality, and Icarus, a young boy with a strong desire to soar through the skies. Derived from the manga penned by Kosuke Masuda.

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Bittomo x Senshi Kirameki Powers!(ビッ友 × 戦士キラメキパワーズ!)

2021Japan
AdventureFantasyFriendshipActionMagicTokusatsuVideo Game Elements

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Prior to taking on the role of the main character, Kirari has a chance encounter with Himenyan, who unexpectedly emerges from a gaming console. In reality, Himenyan is the princess of Kirapawa Kingdom, a prominent setting in the popular sword and magic game called Kiramori. Fleeing from the menacing Makkulala, she finds herself in a predicament when pursued by the Makkura Empire. Kirari, with her quick wits, befriends Himenyan and transforms into the valiant Kirapawa Sunny, the Heroine of the Sun, in order to combat the Makkura Empire. With the support of steadfast companions and the accumulation of cherished Kirapawa Memories, they emerge victorious in their battle against formidable foes. Ultimately, they succeed in vanquishing the malevolent Dark Witch Makkulala and safeguarding the world.

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I Love Lee Tae Ri(아이러브 이태리)

2012South Korea
ComedyFantasyFriendshipBromanceOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSupernatural

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"I Love Lee Tae Ri" is a romantic comedy that follows the story of a 14-year-old middle school student who unexpectedly matures into a 25-year-old man. Hwang Min Soo subsequently takes on the role of an assistant to the wealthy heiress, Lee Tae Ri. The title contains a clever play on words, as Lee Tae Ri (이태리) can be transliterated as "Italy." (Hancinema)

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Journey to the West (2010)(西游记)

2010China
Novel AdaptationAdventureFantasyActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

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Born from a stone and nourished by the Five Elements, a monkey learns the ways of the Tao, mastering 72 transformations, combat skills, and secrets of immortality. Through cunning and strength, he becomes known as Qitian Dasheng, or the Great Sage Equal to Heaven. His powers eventually rival those of all Eastern deities, leading to a rebellion against Heaven and a post in the celestial bureaucracy. However, his arrogance leads to his downfall when he is trapped under a mountain by the Buddha for five hundred years. Disheartened by the corruption in the South, the Buddha sends the bodhisattva Guanyin to find someone in Tang China to bring Buddhist sutras back to the East. Guanyin chooses Chen Xuan Zang, who is granted the name San Zang by Emperor Taizong. San Zang rescues Sun Wu Kong from the mountain, and they are joined by Bai Long, Zhu Ba Jie (also known as Greedy Pig), and Sha Wu Jing as apprentices on their journey to the west in search of the Buddhist sutras.

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The Monkey King: Quest for the Sutra(齊天大聖孫悟空)

2002Hong Kong
Novel AdaptationAdventureFantasyActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

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6 Fingered Demon of Lute(六指琴魔)

2004China
Novel AdaptationAdventureFantasyActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

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A sorrowful tune can be heard emanating from a lake where a boat is gently gliding through the water. The melody appears to be recounting a tragic event from 16 years ago. To obtain the "sinister lute", six well-known factions besieged Xue Mei's residence. Witnessing her parents' brutal murder and her younger brother Xiao Lin's disappearance during the chaos, Xue Mei fled with the "sinister lute" towards a remote valley.

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Anar Pishti(石榴熟了 第一季)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipShort Length Series

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"Anar Pishti" is a comedy series in the Uyghur language that can be found online

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Hua Er Duo Duo(花儿多多)

2014China
ComedyFantasyRomance

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Ladies and Boys(淑女涩男)

2015China
ComedyFriendshipYouth

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The play follows a band of "diminutive individuals" as they pursue a "grand aspiration" in a narrative that blends elements of absurdity and eccentric humor.

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Nuwa Growth Diary(女娲成长日记)

2016China
ComedyFantasyRomance

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The narrative follows the tales of Nuwa, Fuxi, Taibai Venus, Yang Jian, and other famous myths as they journey into the present day, striving to rejuvenate the heavens and bring back the gods.