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Saving Rock(節約ロック)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaBreaking The Fourth WallBromanceCo-workers' RelationshipComedyFrugal Male LeadImaginary FriendInner MonologueMusicOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterPoor Male Lead

Takao Matsumoto, a 30-year-old single salaryman, is a big fan of rock music. He has been in a relationship with Makiko for three years. Unfortunately, due to his extravagant spending habits, Makiko decides to end things with him. Determined to win her back, Takao Matsumoto starts cutting costs in every aspect of his life, including food and electricity bills. However, his efforts are threatened when Kota Inaba starts showing interest in Makiko.

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Saving Rock

Recommendation: Boys on the Run (2012) similar to Saving Rock
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Boys on the Run (2012)(ボーイズ・オン・ザ・ラン)

2012Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterBoxer Supporting CharacterChild Supporting CharacterDramaManipulative Co-WorkerManipulative FriendMarried Supporting CharacterMinimal Blood

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 26% similarity match.

Toshiyuki Tanishi, a 27-year-old man who prefers solitude and has never been in a romantic relationship, is employed at a small toy company where he is viewed as a lost cause. Despite his hidden feelings for his colleague Chiharu, he lacks the courage to make a move. However, with the assistance of a friendly rival salesman, he finally seizes an opportunity, resulting in an unexpected night with Chiharu after they both miss the final train.

Recommendation: Kariage-kun similar to Saving Rock
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Kariage-kun(かりあげクン)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadLife

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A heartwarming comedy filled with humor, featuring a quirky office employee who causes chaos in the workplace!

Recommendation: Overworking Man similar to Saving Rock
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Overworking Man(滚动吧小齿轮)

2021China
Adapted From A MangaBromanceComedyFriendshipShort Length SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Bromance, and Comedy themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative follows the journey of Yang Ke Yi, the lead vocalist of the band, who finds himself entangled in the deceitful world of a heartless advertising agency following the failure of his debut. Through the guidance of the supportive boss Ye Shou Yu, the encouragement of his colleague Lin Kai Xin, and the allure of the famous star Wen Shiqing, he eventually discovers how to embrace his true self and uncover the path to his own life story.

Recommendation: Love Me Knight similar to Saving Rock
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Love Me Knight(愛してナイト)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMusicRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Music themes with a 20% similarity match.

"Ai Shite Knight" takes place in Osaka and follows the story of Yaeko "Yakko" Mitamura, an 18-year-old who works at her father's Okonomiyaki restaurant. One day, Yakko encounters a young boy named Hashizo and his peculiar cat Juliano. Hashizo, who lost his parents as a baby, was raised by his older brother Go. Go Kato is the frontman of the up-and-coming rock band "Bee Hive." As Yakko meets Go and his bandmate Satomi Okawa, a series of unexpected events and complicated romances ensue.

Recommendation: Sa Do similar to Saving Rock
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Sa Do(サ道)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaBromanceComedyDramaFriendshipSauna

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Bromance, and Comedy themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Ojisan wa Kawaii Mono ga Osuki similar to Saving Rock
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Ojisan wa Kawaii Mono ga Osuki(おじさんはカワイイものがお好き。)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadCafé SettingFluffyFriendshipInnocent Male LeadLifeManager Male LeadSingle Male LeadUncle-Nephew Relationship

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Mitsutaka Oji, aged 43, holds the position of sales department manager and is currently living by himself following a divorce. While his coworkers hold him in high regard, little do they know about his fondness for adorable items, particularly Pug Taro character dolls.

Recommendation: Kake kara Hajimaru Sayonara no Koi similar to Saving Rock
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Kake kara Hajimaru Sayonara no Koi(賭けからはじまるサヨナラの恋)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyInner MonologueMiniseriesNice Female LeadNice Male LeadRomanceSecret CrushWeb SeriesWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Inner Monologue themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recognized for her strict efficiency, Yoshinaga Nao is often referred to as the company's formidable Iron Lady. One day, she accidentally overheard her colleagues making a wager with Satomura, challenging him to win Nao's affections. Little did they know, Nao has been harboring a secret crush on Satomura all along. This bet could potentially be her greatest opportunity yet! (MangaUpdates)

Recommendation: Paripi Komei similar to Saving Rock
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Paripi Komei(パリピ孔明)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMusicFantasyMiniseriesReincarnation

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Music themes with a 20% similarity match.

Having endured numerous battles throughout his life, Kongming, the General of the Three Kingdoms, transformed into a skilled strategist. As he lay on his deathbed, his only wish was to be reborn into a peaceful world. Surprisingly, he found himself in modern-day Tokyo, a city known for its vibrant party scene. Will Kongming, known for his strategic prowess, be able to navigate the lively atmosphere and energetic partygoers of Tokyo? (MangaUpdates)

Recommendation: Jinji no Hitomi similar to Saving Rock
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Jinji no Hitomi(人事の人見)

2025Japan
ComedyOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterLifeOffice SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative takes place at "Hinode Enpitsu", a well-established company in the stationery industry. Despite its impressive track record and reputation, some employees have expressed concerns about the perceived favoritism towards the Sales and Product Development departments, while the HR department is often undervalued. Hitomi Ren, an experienced HR specialist recruited from an international firm, teams up with Mano Naomi to address the company's challenges and confront the issues facing today's workforce.

Recommendation: Liar similar to Saving Rock
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Liar(ライアー)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipInner MonologueOffice Worker Male LeadAge GapDramaFlashback To PastInfidelityJealous Male LeadMiscommunicationOffice Worker Female LeadRomance

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Inner Monologue, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Narita Misao is a new employee at a company and has a dislike for her colleague, Ichikawa Kazuya, due to his straightforward nature. Despite this, a particular event causes Narita Misao to start feeling romantically towards him. Ichikawa Kazuya also begins to develop feelings for her, leading them to start a romantic relationship. However, Narita Misao later discovers that Ichikawa Kazuya is already engaged to his girlfriend, leaving her feeling perplexed and questioning his intentions.

Recommendation: Kekkon Yoteibi similar to Saving Rock
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Kekkon Yoteibi(結婚予定日)

2023Japan
Breaking The Fourth WallComedyInner MonologueOffice Worker Male LeadEx Comes BackOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceSalesman Male LeadSalesman-Saleswoman Supporting CharacterSenior-Junior RelationshipWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Breaking The Fourth Wall, Comedy, Inner Monologue, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Getting married at 26, having her first child at 27, and her second child at 29 was always the plan for Kawai Yoshiko. However, at 28 years old, she finds herself still single and nursing a broken heart just before her 29th birthday. While sharing her troubles with her colleague Yuuki-san on the way home, he surprises her by proposing marriage a year later, with one condition...

Recommendation: Aoshima-kun wa Ijiwaru similar to Saving Rock
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Aoshima-kun wa Ijiwaru(青島くんはいじわる)

2024Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadAge GapAge GapContract RelationshipDramaLoner Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSenior-Junior Relationship

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Even though Aoshima and Yukino are colleagues, they have never interacted before. Their first encounter happens by chance at a bar Yukino often visits, where they end up sitting beside each other. During the meeting, Yukino receives a call from a friend reminding her about a wedding she promised to attend with her supposed boyfriend. Panicking, Yukino reveals that they broke up six months ago. With the wedding approaching, Yukino asks Aoshima to pose as her boyfriend for the event, to which he surprisingly agrees. Little does Yukino know, Aoshima has a hidden agenda. As they act as a couple, Aoshima starts to develop feelings for Yukino, who had previously never caught his attention, while Yukino finds herself caught up with a younger tsundere boy. What will happen to their "contract love"?

Recommendation: Senpai, Danjite Koidewa! similar to Saving Rock
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Senpai, Danjite Koidewa!(先輩、断じて恋では!)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyInner MonologueGay LeadGay RomanceMentor Male LeadRomanceShy Male LeadTrip AbroadWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Inner Monologue themes with a 20% similarity match.

Yanase has experience as a 3D CG designer in various countries before returning to Japan. Currently, Yanase is mentoring a newcomer named Kaneda Yuki. However, there is a challenge as Kaneda appears to be distant and cold towards Yanase, causing frustration and disappointment. As they embark on a new project that requires them to collaborate closely, how will they manage to bridge their contrasting personalities? This situation is depicted in the manga "Senpai, Danjite Koidewa!" by Harekawa Shinta.

Recommendation: Kekkon Surutte, Hontou Desu ka? similar to Saving Rock
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Kekkon Surutte, Hontou Desu ka?(結婚するって、本当ですか)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadFake RelationshipFlashback To PastLesbian Supporting CharacterLifeOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceTravel Agency SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Takuya and Rika, both working in the planning department at JTC, a travel agency in the Tokyo metropolitan area, led solitary yet fulfilling lives despite their social awkwardness. However, when the company announced the opening of a new branch in Anchorage, Alaska, prioritizing sending single employees overseas, Rika turned to Takuya for help. Despite their limited interactions, the two ended up getting married within a year! (

Recommendation: Muno no Taka similar to Saving Rock
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Muno no Taka(無能の鷹)

2024Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterAirhead Female LeadBusinessLifeMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadProgrammer Supporting CharacterSlapstickWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

Takano Tsumeko exudes confidence and speaks in a composed manner. Despite her outward appearance of competence, she lacks basic skills such as operating a computer or using a copier machine. However, her confident demeanor helps her win the trust of clients and secure contracts effortlessly. On the other hand, Hiwada Michito, a new employee at the same company as Takano Tsumeko, is skilled at his job but comes across as incompetent. The two are paired up to work together.

Recommendation: Kimi wa Mendona Konyakusha similar to Saving Rock
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Kimi wa Mendona Konyakusha(きみは面倒な婚約者)

2025Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterBusinessCold Man-Warm WomanHeiress LeadJealousyMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

Kagiya Shino, the daughter of the president of "Kajiya Foods," a well-established confectionery company, is currently employed in the company's PR department. Shino's father has arranged a political marriage between Shino and Tachibana Hajime, a top performer in the Sales department. Despite Tachibana appearing to be the ideal fiancé based on his appearance, character, and qualifications, Shino is becoming increasingly frustrated by their lack of progress beyond a simple kiss after three years of engagement. When a new employee named Hanazawa Yui joins the Sales department, Shino begins to feel a flutter in her heart as she observes Tachibana and Yui's interactions under his supervision.

Recommendation: Miren: Kakure Botchitachi similar to Saving Rock
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Miren: Kakure Botchitachi(未恋〜かくれぼっちたち〜)

2025Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterAspiring Writer Male LeadEditor Female LeadEditor Male LeadLifeManga Artist Female LeadManga Artist Supporting CharacterOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceSingle Mother

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

Kosaka Kento is an editor at a publishing company, specifically working on the manga magazine Comic Boon. He is extremely dedicated to his job, often putting in extra hours at home to ensure that the manga publishing process goes smoothly. Despite being known as "Mr. Risk Avoidance" for his hard work ethic, Kento actually avoids free time due to past failures in pursuing his dream of becoming a novelist. When popular idol manga artist Fukada Yuzu announces an unexpected break from her work, Kento personally reaches out to persuade her to continue. During their interactions, he learns that Yuzu has lost her motivation due to online criticism. By offering support and taking her on walks, Kento helps Yuzu regain her inspiration. Their daily walks lead to a deepening bond, eventually culminating in Yuzu visiting Kento's home.

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro Season 3 similar to Saving Rock
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Salaryman Kintaro Season 3(サラリーマン金太郎3)

2002Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadBusinessDramaFriendshipLife

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

In this storyline, Kintaro's building firm joins forces with another company, leading to ongoing rivalry between the two groups. Kintaro is tasked with a role in the president's office, where he must tackle the company's underlying issues with his signature bold approach. Can his efforts persuade those resistant to change?

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro (2008) similar to Saving Rock
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Salaryman Kintaro (2008)(サラリーマン金太郎)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadBusinessDramaLifeMiniseries

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Derived from the manga series "Office Worker Kintaro" by Motomiya Hiroshi.

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro Season 2 (2010) similar to Saving Rock
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Salaryman Kintaro Season 2 (2010)(サラリーマン金太郎2)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadBusinessDramaLifeMiniseries

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 19% similarity match.

Yamato Construction Company merges with Chuo Construction Company. Yajima Kintaro comes back from Africa and puts in great effort to rescue Yamato Construction Company. However, a formidable new adversary emerges.

Recommendation: Shachiku OL Chie Maru Nikki similar to Saving Rock
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Shachiku OL Chie Maru Nikki(社畜OLちえ丸日記)

2023Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Supporting CharacterAdapted From A BookOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 19% similarity match.

The story revolves around Chieko Tsukimaru, also known as Chiemaru, who works in the sales department of a company known for its harsh practices

Recommendation: Shojiki Fudosan similar to Saving Rock
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Shojiki Fudosan(正直不動産)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyInner MonologueBusinessCurseLifeMiniseriesReal Estate Agent Female LeadReal Estate Agent Male LeadReal Estate IndustrySenior-Junior RelationshipSupernaturalWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Inner Monologue themes with a 18% similarity match.

Nagase Saichi, a skilled real estate agent at Tosaka Real Estate, is known for his deceptive tactics in closing deals

Recommendation: The Liar and His Lover similar to Saving Rock
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The Liar and His Lover(그녀는 거짓말을 너무 사랑해)

2017South Korea
Adapted From A MangaBromanceComedyMusicBandEntertainment IndustryFather-Son RelationshipForced Break-upHidden IdentityRomanceScandalSecretSingingYouth

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Bromance, Comedy, and Music themes with a 18% similarity match.

A romantic tale centers around Kang Han Gyeol, a brilliant but troubled music composer who encounters high school student Yoon So Rim while concealing his true identity. So Rim's brave sincerity and enchanting voice continuously pull Han Gyeol back to her. Their journey is fraught with romantic challenges, particularly when So Rim discovers that Han Gyeol is actually the producer known as K from the band Crude Play. This narrative is inspired by the manga "Kanojo wa Uso o Aishisugiteru" (カノジョは嘘を愛しすぎてる) created by Aoki Kotomi (青木 琴美).

Recommendation: Furo Girl similar to Saving Rock
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Furo Girl(ふろがーる!)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaBreaking The Fourth WallComedyDramaEccentric Female LeadMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadSlice Of Life

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Breaking The Fourth Wall, and Comedy themes with a 18% similarity match.

Sayoko Oyumino works as an office lady. In her free time, she enjoys indulging in baths. Her mind is always occupied with thoughts about bath-related topics such as bath bombs, post-bath snacks, and effective bathroom cleaning methods.

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro Season 4 similar to Saving Rock
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Salaryman Kintaro Season 4(サラリーマン金太郎4)

2004Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadBusinessDramaFriendshipLifeMiniseries

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

After the passing of his mentor, Ryunosuke Yamato, Kintaro decides to leave behind the corporate world in Japan. He goes back to his hometown and starts a new life as a fisherman with his wife, Masumi, and their two children. Unexpectedly, Ryunosuke's cousin, Momotaro Shimazu, pays him a visit. Momotaro asks Kintaro to return to Yamato Construction and team up with Ryunosuke's son, Ryuhei, to remove the current management. The current president, Takatsukasa, has succumbed to pressure from ex-bureaucrat Enjoji and is getting involved in shady dealings. Motivated by his sense of honor, Kintaro decides to step back into his role as a salaryman to save Yamato Construction and ensure justice is served!

Recommendation: Kyo kara Hitman (2023) similar to Saving Rock
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Kyo kara Hitman (2023)(今日からヒットマン)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadActionCrimeDramaHitman Male LeadMiniseries

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Inaba Tokichi, a regular office worker, finds himself unintentionally implicated in the demise of a renowned assassin

Recommendation: Sa Do 2023 Special similar to Saving Rock
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Sa Do 2023 Special(サ道2023SP)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedy

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga and Comedy with a 17% similarity match.

In the winter of 2023, the world has settled back to its usual state

Recommendation: Never Give Up similar to Saving Rock
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Never Give Up(今日宜加油)

2023China
ComedyOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterBusinessDramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Comedy, Office Worker Male Lead, and Office Worker Supporting Character themes with a 17% similarity match.

The third planning division of Gaofa Electronics Group, known for developing the innovative "Gaosi 3s" model, is now facing challenges and considered unproductive

Recommendation: Moyashimon similar to Saving Rock
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Moyashimon(もやしもん)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedy

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga and Comedy with a 17% similarity match.

The narrative centers on a university student who realizes he possesses the ability to perceive and interact with the microscopic organisms surrounding him - tiny beings depicted as cute, exaggerated characters. (Anime News Network)

Recommendation: Onegai Kanaete Versailles similar to Saving Rock
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Onegai Kanaete Versailles(おねがいかなえてヴェルサイュ)

2011Japan
ComedyMusic

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Comedy and Music with a 17% similarity match.

Five royal princes present themselves to Fukurokoujo Rina, a humble girl with a kind heart, in order to grant her wishes no matter how grand they may be.

Recommendation: Saboriman Kantarou similar to Saving Rock
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Saboriman Kantarou(さぼリーマン)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyOffice Worker Male LeadBlogger Male LeadDramaEccentric Male LeadFoodFoodie Male LeadLife

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Ametani Kantarou is a good-looking, glasses-wearing single man employed at a publishing firm. Despite being viewed by his coworkers as a reliable and efficient employee, he actually often skips work to indulge in eating desserts. (mangaupdates) Derived from the manga "Saboriman Ametani Kantarou" written by Tensei Hagiwara and illustrated by Abidi Inoue.

Recommendation: Sa Do 2021 similar to Saving Rock
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Sa Do 2021(サ道 2021)

2021Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedy

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga and Comedy with a 17% similarity match.

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, there have been significant changes in the daily routines of individuals. Atsuro Nakata, Guzen-san, and the attractive Mushio, who had previously avoided the sauna due to the outbreak, have now resumed their visits.

Recommendation: My One Night Rule similar to Saving Rock
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My One Night Rule(マイ・ワンナイト・ルール)

2025Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipOffice Worker Male LeadDivorced Male LeadMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Aya, a 33-year-old professional, is experiencing sexual frustration and longs for the affection of a man after being single for 8 years. In society, women are often judged for expressing their desires openly. One day, Aya's playful boss Dojima asks her out for drinks. Dojima, who is divorced, is interested in a casual encounter rather than a serious relationship. Upon hearing this, Aya establishes her own boundaries to avoid any potential regrets and decides to pursue a one-night stand with determination.

Recommendation: Broke Rookie Star similar to Saving Rock
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Broke Rookie Star(짠내아이돌)

2022South Korea
ComedyInner MonologueMusicCharacter DevelopmentDramaIdol Male LeadLifeMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Comedy, Inner Monologue, and Music themes with a 17% similarity match.

A developing comedy-drama that portrays the challenging daily routines of a popular idol who faces difficulties despite achieving fame.

Recommendation: Batsuichi ga Moteru nante Kiitemasen similar to Saving Rock
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Batsuichi ga Moteru nante Kiitemasen(バツイチがモテるなんて聞いてません)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipOffice Worker Male LeadActor-Actress Supporting CharacterAge GapAge GapDivorced Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Co-workers' Relationship, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 16% similarity match.

At 35 years old, Kazuha Ono finds herself divorced after her husband's infidelity

Recommendation: Uchi no Kaisha no Chiisai Senpai no Hanashi similar to Saving Rock
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Uchi no Kaisha no Chiisai Senpai no Hanashi(うちの会社の小さい先輩の話)

2025Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipComedyOffice Worker Male LeadAdapted From A Web MangaCosplayer Supporting CharacterHeight DifferenceOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Comedy, and Office Worker Male Lead themes with a 16% similarity match.

Katase Shiori, an employee at a company that specializes in character development, and her junior colleague Shinozaki Takuma, who is in his first year, share a lack of experience when it comes to romantic relationships. As they navigate their feelings for each other, their bond grows amidst the unique personalities of their coworkers.

Recommendation: Hito ni Yasashiku similar to Saving Rock
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Hito ni Yasashiku(人にやさしく)

2002Japan
BromanceComedyPoor Male LeadAge GapAge GapCharacter DevelopmentChild AbandonmentChild Male LeadFound FamilyPart-time Worker Male LeadSlight Romance

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Bromance, Comedy, and Poor Male Lead themes with a 16% similarity match.

This is a tale of three roommates named Zen, Taro, and Ken who discover they have become fathers overnight, forcing them to mature in front of their own eyes. Despite their varying ages, they were all considered the toughest students at Harajuku Middle School. Now residing together in a home they fondly call "Peace", they face financial struggles despite the appealing name. Nevertheless, they continue to live by their motto of embracing a cheerful, fun, and funky lifestyle. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they discover a young boy named Akira left on their doorstep with a note from his mother requesting temporary care. To their surprise, Akira is unlike them, having been raised in a sheltered environment, making them rethink their own way of life.

Recommendation: Homeru Hito Homerareru Hito similar to Saving Rock
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Homeru Hito Homerareru Hito(褒めるひと褒められるひと)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyShort Length Series

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga and Comedy with a 15% similarity match.

25-year-old Eiko Ichikawa is employed in the general affairs department

Recommendation: Glittering Days similar to Saving Rock
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Glittering Days(東方之珠)

2006Hong Kong
ComedyMusicRomance

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Comedy and Music with a 15% similarity match.

Gam Yin, a partially retired Diva who now works as a manager, is dedicated to promoting her group of singers and securing performances at prestigious venues. However, she finds herself at odds with Ling Fung, a popular singer who rose from humble beginnings in a small village. Jue Yuk Laan, Fung's childhood friend who harbors romantic feelings for him, unwittingly causes more harm than good in her attempts to assist him.

Recommendation: Dokushin Season 3 similar to Saving Rock
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Dokushin Season 3(独身3!!)

2003Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyRomance

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga and Comedy with a 15% similarity match.

Three single men who have been unsuccessful in relationships are employed at a housing company. Lacking real-life experience in dating, they entertain themselves with comical and impractical advice on how to attract women. Despite their efforts to appear irresistible, they end up being quite the opposite. The series showcases their amusing and awkward journey in pursuit of love, as well as their strong bond of friendship. Viewers may find humor in the absurd antics of these men in love, while also being touched by their heartfelt camaraderie.

Recommendation: Tadashii Renai no Susume similar to Saving Rock
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Tadashii Renai no Susume(正しい恋愛のススメ)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyRomance

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A television series on TBS adapted from a comic book of the same title written by Ijiro Yukari.

Recommendation: Cherry Knights similar to Saving Rock
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Cherry Knights(チェリーナイツ)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyShort Length Series

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Based on the manga "Cherry Knights" by the author Odawara Dragon.

Recommendation: Dandarin Rodo Kijun Kantokukan similar to Saving Rock
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Dandarin Rodo Kijun Kantokukan(ダンダリン・労働基準監督官)

2013Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDrama

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Have you heard about the Labor Standards Inspectors? These government officials were established to ensure workplace safety for the 52 million employed individuals nationwide. Danda Rin is a prime example of a dedicated and strict inspector who strictly enforces regulations. When she was transferred to a new office, rumors of her causing her previous boss to go bald followed her. Unlike her relaxed male colleagues, Danda Rin is known for her no-nonsense approach in addressing issues such as unpaid overtime, ineffective managers, and power harassment.

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Taberu Dake(たべるダケ )

2013Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDrama

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Shizuru is an enigmatic woman whose sole focus is on food. Individuals with different concerns encounter Shizuru, and by sharing a meal together, their problems are resolved, despite her not offering any guidance.

Recommendation: Bussen similar to Saving Rock
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Bussen(ぶっせん )

2013Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseries

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In order to address the financial difficulties faced by a temple, a Buddhist vocational school is established by the temple. This school is open to students who have not succeeded in other high schools. Tension arises between the students and the monk instructors. In the meantime, Shosuke Tamura, a monk in training from Kinkinfuku Temple near the struggling temple, is tasked with observing the other temple. This story is inspired by the manga series "Butsen" created by Ranjo Miyake and published in Weekly Morning from 1999 to 2001.

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Onna Michi(オンナミチ)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseries

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Rika Yamaguchi is employed at a music label. On her birthday, she experiences a terrible incident where her ex-boyfriend deceives her out of her money. Out of nowhere, a mature lady in a leopard print outfit emerges in a puff of white smoke. This woman reveals herself as Rika from two decades ahead. She mourns her premature demise, caused by slipping on a beer bottle in a bar. Traveling back from the future, she aims to make a fresh beginning. Teaming up with her future self, who looks and dresses drastically different, Rika embarks on a tough journey to start afresh.

Recommendation: Triangle Belong to Comical Affair: TRIBECA similar to Saving Rock
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Triangle Belong to Comical Affair: TRIBECA(TRIANGLE BELONG TO COMICAL AFFAIR トライベッカ)

2016Japan
ComedyMusicMiniseries

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Recommendation: Rabuho no Ueno-san similar to Saving Rock
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Rabuho no Ueno-san(ラブホの上野さん)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyRomance

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The narrative revolves around a love hotel staff member known as "Ueno" on Twitter, who offers guidance on matters of love. Ueno, an employee at the Gotanda Kingdom love hotel, offers advice to men struggling with relationships and intimacy, teaching them how to attract women to the hotel.

Recommendation: Oh My Jump! similar to Saving Rock
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Oh My Jump!(オー・マイ・ジャンプ! ~少年ジャンプが地球を救う~)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyFriendship

Like Saving Rock, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga and Comedy with a 15% similarity match.

Tsukiyama Hiroshi, a 4-year-old office worker, stumbles upon a hidden group dedicated to discussing their love for Shukan Shonen Jump. They engage in conversations about the popular manga, memorable episodes, and beloved characters from Jump. Through his interactions with the group, Tsukiyama starts to undergo a transformation influenced by their passion. As Tsukiyama, who admires heroes, and the other members delve deeper, they uncover a worldwide catastrophe unfolding before them.

Recommendation: Kachobakaichidai similar to Saving Rock
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Kachobakaichidai(課長バカ一代)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseries

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Despite facing numerous challenges, Yagami Kazuhiko unexpectedly rises to the position of section chief at "Matsushiba Electric", an appliance company. Join in the laughter as his ambitious endeavors lead to comical chaos for those around him. This entertaining story is adapted from the humorous manga created by Nonaka Eiji, known for his work on "Cromartie High School".