Salamander Guru and the Gang - Asian drama recommendation
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Salamander Guru and the Gang(도롱뇽도사와 그림자 조작단)

2012South Korea
ComedyDramaHacker Male LeadIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPhobiaSitcomSocial Anxiety Disorder

Min Hyuk, a brilliant hacker with social anxiety, grew up in the shadow of his father, a computer prodigy. From a young age, he treated computers as if they were toys, honing his hacking abilities under the guidance of his terminally ill father, who operated an illegal gambling den to secure his family's future. After his father's death, Min Hyuk was adopted and moved abroad, where he became increasingly absorbed in the digital world, further deepening his social phobia. Upon turning 20, he returns to South Korea, determined to track down the individual known as X, whom he holds responsible for his father's demise. Following the trail of his memories, he discovers the fortune-telling establishment run by Salamander Guru and crosses paths with Sun Dal and Won Sam. In order to locate Salamander Guru, who possesses knowledge about X, Min Hyuk reluctantly agrees to assist the fraudulent fortune tellers. Using his intellect and exceptional hacking abilities, he secretly manipulates Sun Dal from behind a mirror, piecing together the codes left by his father by revisiting fragments of his childhood. As he interacts with Sun Dal and Won Sam, Min Hyuk, who has always been reserved due to his social anxiety, gradually begins to open up.

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Salamander Guru And The Gang

Recommendation: Uso Nante Hitotsu mo Nai no similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Uso Nante Hitotsu mo Nai no(嘘なんてひとつもないの)

2017Japan
DramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPhobiaSocial Anxiety Disorder

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, Miniseries, Phobia, and Social Anxiety Disorder themes with a 67% similarity match.

The plot centers on Makoto, a 24-year-old with aspirations of becoming a pilot. Due to his social anxiety, he has isolated himself from the outside world for an extended period. However, his life takes a turn when a hidden camera prank and a chance meeting with a girl who shares his name come into play.

Recommendation: Sushi Oji! similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Sushi Oji!(スシ王子!)

2007Japan
DramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPhobiaFoodIchthyophobia

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, Miniseries, and Phobia themes with a 45% similarity match.

Maizu Tsukasa was raised by his renowned grandfather and father. He earned the nickname Sushi Ouji when he was just 10 years old. However, a tragic incident led to the development of his fear of fish eyes. Will he be able to overcome this phobia and continue his sushi-making journey with the assistance of Master Burusu Riri and Okudaira Kurage, and reclaim his title as the Sushi Ouji?

Recommendation: Casting a Spell to You similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Casting a Spell to You(마법을 걸다)

2021South Korea
ComedyDramaIllnessMental IllnessPhobiaNyctophobiaRomanceWeb Series

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Phobia themes with a 42% similarity match.

Ji U, a pampered young man, returns home upon learning of his grandfather's passing, who was a wealthy entrepreneur. Hoping for a sizable inheritance, Ji U is disappointed to discover he has inherited an old building filled with books instead. With his expertise limited to enjoying himself, Ji U devises a plan to transform the building into a daytime bar exclusively serving drinks. He enlists the help of Jung Hui, a young woman who becomes entangled in various escapades with him. Jung Hui had aspirations of attending a culinary school in France, but after falling victim to a scam and enduring a series of unexpected events with Ji U, she reluctantly agrees to participate in his unconventional venture, "Siesta," in order to replenish her savings.

Recommendation: Dr. Irabu Ichiro similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Dr. Irabu Ichiro(Dr.伊良部一郎)

2011Japan
DramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPhobiaNovel AdaptationAichmophobiaMedical

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, Miniseries, and Phobia themes with a 42% similarity match.

Kano, the head of a yakuza gang, possesses the bravery and resilience typical of a yakuza leader, remaining composed even when faced with a gun. Despite his authoritative and tough demeanor, Kano has recently developed a fear of sharp objects, experiencing symptoms like nausea and difficulty breathing. Concerned about how this phobia may impact his yakuza lifestyle, Kano heeds the advice of his partner Kazumi and visits the Department of Psychosomatic Medicine at Irabu General Hospital. There, he encounters the quirky psychiatrist Irabu Ichiro, who warmly welcomes him. Despite trying to maintain his intimidating facade, Kano is given an injection by Irabu and the nurse Mayumi. After receiving some unconventional advice from Irabu, Kano leaves the hospital feeling uncertain. As his phobia worsens, Kano also faces anxiety about an upcoming confrontation with rival gang Kitsuan-gumi. The suggestion to have his finger cut by Irabu further unsettles Kano, highlighting the challenges he must overcome.

Recommendation: Japanese Style (2022) similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Japanese Style (2022)(ジャパニーズスタイル)

2022Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesSitcomInn Setting

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Miniseries, and Sitcom themes with a 40% similarity match.

Upon hearing that his father has been hospitalized, 30-year-old Kakioka Tetsuro rushes back home after a decade to rescue his family's historic inn, Niji no Ya. However, he is shocked to find that the inn has undergone a drastic transformation. The once prestigious establishment, with a rich 100-year legacy, has now deteriorated into a chaotic environment filled with difficult employees. Among them are Terakado Lucy Kazuko, a blunt flamenco dancer; Kageshima Shunsaku, a germaphobe manager who despises hot springs; Asatsuki Momoyo, a single mother and devoted head waitress to her son Ringoro; Ringoro, a cheerful employee with a love for his mother and unicycle; Uno Kanata, a chef addicted to UNO; and Umekoshi Hifuji, an elderly staff member who has been at the inn for four decades. Unaware of the challenges that await him, Tetsuro is initially turned away upon his arrival. Despite his persistent efforts to gain entry, he is met with resistance and eventually breaks down in tears at the entrance. It is then that a mysterious stranger appears. Will Tetsuro be able to overcome the obstacles and earn the acceptance of the inn's employees?

Recommendation: Welcome to Royal Villa similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Welcome to Royal Villa( 시트콩 로얄빌라)

2013South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

“Greetings from Noyal Villa” will explore the narratives of individuals residing in a regal villa, depicted in a humorous, comic-style format similar to a sitcom.

Recommendation: The Lord of Losers similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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The Lord of Losers(破事精英)

2022China
ComedyDramaSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

The comical situations that happen in the Loser Department at Wanshou Group are a source of entertainment. (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Heaven's Rock similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Heaven's Rock(ヘヴンズ・ロック)

2010Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseries

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Teppei and Takuma, who are part of the well-known Rock group Sekitoba, along with Ryuuichi, Jun (who are both in the rival band SHADOWS), and their supporter Yuusaku, all perish in a sudden incident. To be revived, they must collaborate and complete a series of challenges set forth by the shinigami.

Recommendation: Off Pedder similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Off Pedder(畢打自己人)

2008Hong Kong
ComedyDramaSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

Chao Magazine is located at an office on Pedder Street in Hong Kong, which is owned by the Gambo Corporation. The series follows the office politics at Chao and Gambo, as well as the personal lives of the employees. The main characters include Yan Seung, who becomes the editor of Chao early in the series, and her rivalry with Susan Ka So-Shan, the Head of Sales. As the story progresses, more characters like Yim Yue Tai and Yu Ka Sing are introduced, adding complexity to the plot. The narrative now revolves around how these individuals will impact Pedder Street and who will emerge as the leader of Chao Magazine.

Recommendation: Someday (2010) similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Someday (2010)(天天天晴)

2010Hong Kong
ComedyDramaSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

After inheriting her late husband's jewelry store, Ming Sum On manages to turn it into a thriving business with the assistance of talented jewelry designers Ma Ho Man and his wife, Cheng Kiu. However, things take a turn for the worse when Kiu discovers that Man was unfaithful and blames Sum for not informing her. Despite efforts from Sum's uncle to reconcile them, the rift remains. In addition to the conflict with Kiu, Sum faces challenges from Administrative Consultant Chu Bo, appointed by her husband's family, and her rebellious stepdaughter Shek Ho Yee. With the encouragement of her supportive friend Lam Ching Ling, Kiu undergoes a transformation from a homemaker to a dedicated workaholic. As a result, she is eventually promoted to chief designer and achieves remarkable success in her career.

Recommendation: OL Supreme similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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OL Supreme(女王辦公室)

2010Hong Kong
ComedyDramaSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

After going through a divorce, LUI SIU FUNG (Liza Wang) serves as the executive assistant to the CEO at a corporation managing a shopping center. She oversees all the secretaries within the company and has earned the CEO SO DAI TUNG's (Cheung Kwok Keung) trust through her years of dedicated work. While SO struggles with confronting difficult situations, Fung handles all major business matters and challenges behind the scenes. Fung's domain is the office, where she wields significant influence and commands respect from everyone in the company.

Recommendation: 3 X 1 similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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3 X 1(三一如三)

2016Hong Kong
ComedyDramaSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Edison no Haha similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Edison no Haha(エジソンの母)

2008Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseries

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

The series centers around Noriko Ayukawa, a teacher for a group of first-grade students. When Kento, a troubled boy from a different school, joins her class, Noriko discovers that he may actually be a gifted prodigy. Drawing from the childhood experiences of renowned inventor Thomas Edison, the story explores Noriko's journey in guiding Kento and helping him reach his potential despite his reputation as a problem child.

Recommendation: Ueno Juri to Itsutsu no Kaban similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Ueno Juri to Itsutsu no Kaban(上野樹里と5つの鞄 )

2009Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseries

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the series, Ueno plays five different characters in five separate episodes. Each episode revolves around a different type of bag, like a guitar case or a mysterious package. The episodes are titled: 1. Guitar Case Girl 2. HOPE 3. Akira Next Door 4. While Traveling 5. One Evening, Hinata Suddenly

Recommendation: Youjumameshiba Nozomi Hen similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Youjumameshiba Nozomi Hen(幼獣マメシバ 望郷篇)

2014Japan
ComedyIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesSitcomAnimalDogFamilyFriendshipLifeNeet

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Illness, Mental Illness, Miniseries, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

Jiro makes the decision to depart for an island accompanied by his friend, Ichiro. This marks the first instance in his life where he will experience liberation from his mother's influence and societal expectations. While on the island, he encounters a man near the shore who, despite his recent resignation from his job, extends a new employment opportunity to him.

Recommendation: Konnichiwa, Joyuu no Sagara Itsuki Desu. similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Konnichiwa, Joyuu no Sagara Itsuki Desu.(こんにちは、女優の相楽樹です。)

2017Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseries

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Urero: Mikaitaku Shojo similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Urero: Mikaitaku Shojo(ウレロ☆未開拓少女)

2019Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Dareka ga, Mite Iru similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Dareka ga, Mite Iru(誰かが、見ている)

2020Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSitcom

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Sitcom themes with a 33% similarity match.

Toneri Shinichi resides in a Saitama apartment building and struggles with repeated failures in various aspects of his life. Conversely, Kashiya Jiro lives next door to Shinichi and stumbles upon a peephole in the wall that allows him to secretly observe Shinichi. Eventually, Jiro's daughter Akane also becomes aware of the peephole, leading to a significant shift in the situation.

Recommendation: Time of Miracle: Loss Time similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Time of Miracle: Loss Time(기적의 시간 로스타임)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaMiniseries

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

A humorous story centered on individuals confronted with unexpected mortality who are granted additional moments to enjoy life before their end.

Recommendation: Juui Dolittle similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Juui Dolittle(獣医ドリトル)

2010Japan
DramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesPhobiaAdapted From A MangaAnimalDoctor Male LeadErgophobiaFamilyMedicalVeterinarian Male Lead

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, Miniseries, and Phobia themes with a 31% similarity match.

Despite being known as a blunt and rude individual, Tottori Kenichi, also known as Dolittle, is a skilled veterinarian who believes that running a veterinary practice is akin to running a business. He is often seen criticizing pet owners for their lack of knowledge and neglect towards their pets, but ultimately ends up saving both the animals in distress and providing emotional healing to their owners. This heartwarming drama sheds light on the challenges faced by pet owners and veterinarians, emphasizing the value of life.

Recommendation: Desperate Mr. X similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Desperate Mr. X(위기의 X)

2022South Korea
ComedyDramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesAdapted From An EssayDepressed Male LeadDepressionDoctor Supporting CharacterIll Male LeadMidlife CrisisSupportive Significant Other

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

A realistic comedy-drama that explores the challenges faced by individuals from different generations in today's society. The story follows Mr. A, a naive character who is unexpectedly thrust into a series of trials including a threefold crisis, pressure to quit, a drastic change in fortune, and the harsh truths of getting older.

Recommendation: Threesome (2018) similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Threesome (2018)(三個女人一個「因」)

2018Hong Kong
ComedyDramaIllnessMental IllnessDissociative Identity DisorderLawLawyer Female LeadRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Illness, and Mental Illness themes with a 31% similarity match.

From a lineage of legal professionals, Fong Yi Yan rises to prominence with a renowned mentor in the legal field. Despite excelling as a student, she takes an unexpected turn after her legal training, frequently challenging her mentor in court. Concealing her struggle with multiple personality disorder, Fong Yi Yan navigates between a bold and daring alter ego and a timid and pessimistic one. Lei Dung Kwai uncovers her secret and manipulates her into hiring him as a trainee. Reluctantly agreeing to secure her marriage to Gei Hui Yung, Fong Yi Yan embarks on an unconventional journey. Her unpredictable personality shifts lead to humorous mishaps in court, witnessed only by her mother, Fong Wah Yee Sze, who remains tight-lipped about their troubled past. As Lei Dung Kwai befriends Fong Yi Yan's alter egos, she is determined to rid herself of the disorder to prevent future conflicts.

Recommendation: Shall We That’s similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Shall We That’s(쉘위댓츠)

2020South Korea
DramaIllnessMental IllnessMiniseriesLifeMelodramaShort Length SeriesYouth

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Drama, Illness, Mental Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 31% similarity match.

The anguished existence of young individuals who desire to end their lives, yet also yearn to continue living.

Recommendation: When Young similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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When Young(青春进行时)

2009China
ComedyDramaSitcomRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

This sitcom is the Chinese adaptation of the well-known Korean show, Nonstop.

Recommendation: Kai Xin Ma Hua Ju Chang similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Kai Xin Ma Hua Ju Chang(開心麻花劇場第一季)

2012China
ComedyDramaMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mi's Family Marriage similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Mi's Family Marriage(老米家的婚事)

2013China
ComedyDramaSitcomFamily

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

The narrative follows Aunt Mi as she arranges marriages for her three unmarried daughters, leading to blind dates, love, marriage, pregnancy, and various family dramas. It depicts the ups and downs of everyday life in Beijing, showcasing the authentic emotions and experiences of ordinary families.

Recommendation: Chemistry of Love similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Chemistry of Love(연애의 재구성)

2007South Korea
ComedyDramaMiniseriesRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Yeong Seok, a student gearing up for the bar exam, experiences an instant attraction to the lovely Yu Jin when he goes to pick up his nephew from kindergarten

Recommendation: To Be Or Not To Be (2021) similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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To Be Or Not To Be (2021)(可不可以不)

2021China
ComedyDramaMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Lord of Losers Season 2 similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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The Lord of Losers Season 2(破事精英 第二季)

2023China
ComedyDramaSitcomWeb Series

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: No One Lies similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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No One Lies(大誠實家)

2023Hong Kong
ComedyDramaMiniseriesCEO Male Lead

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Having relied on dishonesty for personal gain, losing the ability to lie can have a significant impact on one's life. Renowned direct marketing company founder Lo Man Nai recognizes the endless pursuit of power and wealth by individuals. By utilizing his exceptional lying skills, he assembles a team of dedicated employees to promote his health products. However, at an annual meeting, Lo is afflicted with a strange illness that renders him incapable of lying. Forced to speak only the truth, he exposes the deceit behind the company's products and sales strategies. He also admits to his wife about his extramarital affair. Subsequently convicted of fraudulent practices and abandoned by his family, Lo tries to take his own life. Fortunately, he is rescued by a fellow prisoner, who turns out to be a leader of a criminal organization.

Recommendation: Virtues of Harmony Season 2 similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Virtues of Harmony Season 2(皆大歡喜)

2003Hong Kong
ComedyDramaSitcomLife

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

The family's wish on a wishing tree to stay together forever comes true as they journey through different dynasties and historical events, eventually settling in the modern world. Yau Nim Chi now owns a HK style cafe named "Tung Mut Yuen" (which sounds like "Zoo" in Cantonese). Chi, a former police officer, married cafe owner Kam Wah and took on the role of caring for his three children from a previous marriage. Despite not being their biological mother, the children - Kam Nin, Kam Yuet, and Kam Yat - consider Chi as their own and the family lives harmoniously. Following Wah's passing, Chi assumes the role of both mother and father alongside Wah's sister Kam Sa Sa, continuing to run the cafe and enjoying a comfortable life. Eighteen years later, the children have grown up and achieved success in their own endeavors.

Recommendation: Let's Go Nagata-cho similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Let's Go Nagata-cho(レッツ・ゴー!永田町)

2001Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesAdapted From A Manga

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

The show is a comedic portrayal of the inner workings of politics, focusing on a fictional secretary of the House of Representatives. The characters' names are largely inspired by real-life politicians and political parties.

Recommendation: Tokyo Niwatsuki Ikkodate similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Tokyo Niwatsuki Ikkodate(東京庭付き一戸建て)

2002Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesFamily

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Every parent dreams of their children growing up and becoming independent, no longer relying on them for support. This was also the case for retired professor Tameyama Kazuo, who had five daughters, both married and single, who were all strong-willed and independent. Despite expectations, Kazuo actually wanted to bring his entire family back together under one roof. Despite his daughters' objections, Kazuo used his retirement savings and money from a cancelled insurance policy to search for the perfect home in a prime location in Tokyo, close to a good school for his grandchildren and with easy access to transportation. Against all odds, he found a beautiful home and moved in with all nine family members. However, as they settled in, they discovered that the house had some costly surprises of its own.

Recommendation: The Bad Dad similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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The Bad Dad(オトコの子育て)

2007Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesFamily

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Atsushi Yajima, a father of three children and a husband, should be heading home after work to assist with household chores and bond with his kids. However, he chooses to socialize with friends and engage in flirtatious behavior with other women instead. Everything changes when Atsushi's wife unexpectedly passes away, leaving him to take on the role of a single parent. Now faced with all the responsibilities that come with parenting alone, the question remains: will Atsushi rise to the challenge or will he seek to pass on these duties to someone else?

Recommendation: Rikon Doukyo similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Rikon Doukyo(離婚同居)

2010Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

"Rikon Doukyo" follows the story of Konaka Masaru and Ichinose Naoko, a couple who initially appear to have a content family life. However, their happiness is disrupted when they choose to separate. Despite their divorce, the couple ends up living together once more under unexpected circumstances.

Recommendation: Ura Aibou 2 similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Ura Aibou 2(裏 相棒 2)

2008Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

A spin-off series of Aibou was launched shortly before the premiere of the first Aibou movie.

Recommendation: Shichou wa Mukudono similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Shichou wa Mukudono(市長はムコ殿)

2012Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesFamily

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Following the passing of his father-in-law, Akiyoshi Hiromasa is urged by his wife and mother-in-law to take over his father-in-law's role and run for mayor. Hiromasa accepts the challenge and successfully wins the mayoral election. Despite being a new mayor, he initiates various reforms while also dealing with personal family issues. Throughout this journey, Hiromasa discovers his authentic self.

Recommendation: Toho Nanahun similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Toho Nanahun(徒歩7分)

2015Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesLife

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Kurosaki Yoriko, aged 32, finds herself without a partner, without companions, and without employment. As she embarks on living independently for the first time, she discovers a whole new world around her. Follow along as this story unfolds, showcasing the minor events that take place within a 7-minute stroll from her apartment.

Recommendation: Sayonara, Enari-kun similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Sayonara, Enari-kun(サヨナラ、えなりくん)

2017Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

25-year-old Kiriyama Saori has experienced numerous romantic relationships in her lifetime and continues to search for true love and her ideal partner through different methods of seeking marriage. However, she encounters deceitful individuals along the way, including a womanizer, a man overly attached to his mother, and a penny-pincher. Unbeknownst to these men, Saori possesses a unique ability that causes her personality to drastically shift in an instant. What mysterious power does she hold?!

Recommendation: Makanai Sou Season 2 similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Makanai Sou Season 2(まかない荘 2)

2017Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesFood

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Kazama Nozomi arrived to collect the kitchen car she had bought with her savings, only to discover she had been deceived by the seller. Yamanaka Keita, the caretaker of Makanaiso, turned out to be the actual buyer. Keita persuaded Nozomi to stay as a new resident of Makanaiso. The diverse group of residents at Makanaiso, including a young student, a high school student, a youthful middle-aged woman, and an elderly man, all had a tendency to interfere in each other's affairs. As Nozomi navigated the daily chaos of her new living situation, she found herself reflecting on her own identity.

Recommendation: Gekidan Sphere similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Gekidan Sphere(劇団スフィア)

2019Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSitcomAnthology

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

The series is a joint project between Sphere and five playwrights, consisting of a collection of stories across different genres. Each episode is divided into two parts, each directed by a different individual, and a new episode will be released every other week. The episodes, their directors, and their premiere dates on Tokyo MX are as follows: "Shelter" directed by Koji Tokuo, "Chinurarerta Brassiere" (Bloodstained Brassiere) directed by Ayuka Kishimoto, "Love Hotel 602" directed by Mitsutoshi Saijo, "Katsub ~Misoji no Matsuri ni~" (Longing ~A Festival of Turning 30~) directed by Kana Yamada, and "Comic of the Dead" directed by Takashi Masuyama.

Recommendation: Nami yo Kiite Kure similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Nami yo Kiite Kure(波よ聞いてくれ)

2023Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesAdapted From A Manga

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Koda Minare, a 26-year-old woman who works part-time at a curry restaurant, has faced a string of hardships lately, including a breakup and falling victim to a scam. Seeking solace, she turns to alcohol at a bar where she crosses paths with the head of a local radio station. Sharing her recent woes with him, the radio station executive recognizes her potential as a radio host. Thanks to his encouragement, Koda Minare is chosen to lead the late-night radio show "Wave, Listen to Me."

Recommendation: Teio no Nagai Kyujitsu similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Teio no Nagai Kyujitsu(テイオーの長い休日)

2023Japan
ComedyDramaMiniseriesLife

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Is it possible for a once-popular actor to stage a successful comeback? Atsumori Daigoro, formerly hailed as the king of two-hour suspense, faces a career slump as television networks no longer produce two-hour dramas. It has been over a year since he last landed a role. One day, Yoshida Yukari, a former talent agency manager, reappears in his life. Despite being forced out of the industry seven years prior, she is determined to help Atsumori make a comeback. With her unwavering enthusiasm, she secures job opportunities for him, despite his outdated and prejudiced views. Can Atsumori reclaim his throne as the king of suspense? This heartwarming comedy follows his journey of starting anew in life. (FujiTV)

Recommendation: My Funk Family similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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My Funk Family(가문의 영광)

2000South Korea
ComedyDramaSitcomFamily

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Recommendation: Vacation similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Vacation(베케이션)

2006South Korea
ComedyDramaMiniseriesRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

The well-known Kgroup TVXQ was gearing up for a concert… It has been four years since their debut… Throughout this period, the members have faced mounting stress and some discord among themselves. Consequently, the president postpones their concert and offers each member a two-week break. Each member sets off on their own getaway, envisioning a refreshing escape from their daily lives. The unusual and amusing events that unfold during their vacation… This is an omnibus TV drama consisting of four episodes, each with its own unique flair…

Recommendation: Human Theatre 2010 similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Human Theatre 2010(인생극장 2010)

2010South Korea
ComedyDramaMiniseriesDocumentary

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Over the course of various events, Park Jung Min faces choices that will influence the trajectory of his life.

Recommendation: Blue Tower Returns similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Blue Tower Returns(푸른거탑 리턴즈)

2013South Korea
ComedyDramaSitcomMilitary

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

The upcoming third season will center around the final year of the sergeant squad within the military.

Recommendation: Blue Tower similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Blue Tower(푸른거탑)

2013South Korea
ComedyDramaSitcomMilitary

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

Blue Tower depicts the daily challenges faced by a group of young men during their compulsory military service. However, things never seem to go as planned for them! Join in as they tackle each assignment, only to find themselves repeatedly thwarted when their outrageous schemes and quirky shortcuts lead to unexpected failures.

Recommendation: Yoo Mi's Room similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Yoo Mi's Room(유미의 방)

2015South Korea
ComedyDramaSitcomRomance

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Sitcom themes with a 30% similarity match.

The coming-of-age comedy portrays the challenges and experiences of Yoo Mi, a single woman on a quest to discover her true happiness and passions.

Recommendation: Amazing Grace (2020) similar to Salamander Guru and the Gang
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Amazing Grace (2020)(伊如陽光)

2020Taiwan
DramaIllnessMiniseriesCancer

Like Salamander Guru and the Gang, this drama also features Drama, Illness, and Miniseries themes with a 30% similarity match.

Genetic abnormalities cannot be undone, but maintaining a positive mindset can lead to a fulfilling life. Grace, a music enthusiast, has always been a cheerful individual. However, a failed marriage caused her to hit rock bottom. It wasn't until she volunteered for Hurricane Katrina relief efforts that she was able to overcome her inner struggles. She then met and fell in love with Johan, a physicist from Sweden. Despite being diagnosed with parotid gland cancer and blood cancer due to a defect in the P53 gene, Grace chose to undergo treatment optimistically to spare her loved ones from sadness. Even while battling illness, Grace continued to contribute to public welfare through the Internet. Her 36 years of life were a ray of sunshine, bringing warmth to the lives of many.