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Sayoko Is Back(ドラマ愛の詩・六番目の小夜子)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationFriendshipHigh SchoolHorrorInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadUrban LegendYouth

Nishihama Junior High School has a spooky legend surrounding a character named Sayoko. Every three years, a student is selected to take on the role of Sayoko, inheriting three important missions. The completion of these tasks is crucial for the school's well-being. Shuu is the latest student chosen to portray Sayoko, but he passes the role to his friend Rei, not believing in the legend. However, when the new school year begins, one of the tasks has already been accomplished. The mysterious events that follow are just the beginning of a series of eerie occurrences at the school.

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Recommendation: Borderless similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Borderless(ボーダレス)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadYouthFemale Centered PlotMultiple MainsStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterThriller

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Suspense, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

In the school library, Nao, a high school student who considers her life ordinary, is unexpectedly approached by her enigmatic classmate Kiri. Kiri asks Nao to accompany her to the location of a murder in Kiri's neighborhood, which she is using as material for a novel she is writing. This event is inspired by the novel "Borderless" by Honda Tetsuya.

Recommendation: Zankokuna Kankyakutachi similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Zankokuna Kankyakutachi(残酷な観客達)

2017Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaMiniseriesStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Taking place in the not-so-distant future, a high school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding privacy. Both teachers and students remain anonymous. A group of 21 female high school students find themselves confined in a classroom, with their every move broadcasted live worldwide. The key to their escape lies in garnering numerous positive ratings from the audience.

Recommendation: Jungle Fish 2 similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Jungle Fish 2(정글피쉬 2)

2010South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthDramaLifeMiniseriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

An attractive high school student, known as the highest achiever in her class, dies under mysterious circumstances. Six of her friends, who also attended the same elementary school, set out to uncover the reasons behind her demise by communicating in real time. As these friends search for the truth surrounding her death, they encounter challenges in their academic lives, leading to issues such as dropping out of school, facing bullying, and dealing with relationship problems.

Recommendation: The Mysterious Class similar to Sayoko Is Back
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The Mysterious Class(남고괴담)

2021South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolHorrorInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseYouthGhostMiniseriesStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterSupernaturalWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Horror, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Suspense, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

In our classroom, there are 21 students. "What do you mean... Your class initially had 20 students..!!" A calm fourth-grade class at Treasure High School. A story of friendship and suspense as they begin to doubt each other. Can they uncover the mystery of the ghost? (BambooNetwork.co.kr)

Recommendation: Girl School similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Girl School(여고 동창생)

2002South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthFemale Centered PlotLife

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yokai Ningen Bella: Episode 0 similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Yokai Ningen Bella: Episode 0(妖怪人間ベラ〜Episode 0〜)

2020Japan
High SchoolHorrorSchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadYouthMiniseriesSchool BullyingStudent Supporting CharacterSupernaturalTeenager Supporting Character

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Horror, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Suspense, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 41% similarity match.

Ohno Shiori is a typical high school student until the day Umenokisaka Bella transfers into her class, taking the seat previously belonging to the late Sasaki Kozue. Shiori notices that Bella has a kaleidoscope key chain similar to the one she and Kozue shared. Despite facing bullying due to her personality, there is something mysterious about Bella. What secrets lie within the connection between Kozue and Bella, as well as the circumstances surrounding Kozue's tragic death?

Recommendation: Dance Drill similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Dance Drill(ダンドリ)

2006Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthCheerleadingRomanceSports

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

The plot of this drama revolves around a cheerleading team from a high school in Kanagawa Prefecture that emerged victorious in the All-US cheerleading competition. The final summer break of high school is a time filled with unforgettable moments and optimism. In July 2006, the summer of a lifetime begins for 18 girls! Initially leading ordinary lives and unsure of their future, the girls feel unremarkable. However, everything changes when they stumble upon cheerleading. Cheerleading becomes the focal point of their lives, overshadowing fashion, academics, and relationships. Witness as they unite towards a common objective and embark on an exhilarating summer journey together! (Fuji TV)

Recommendation: Koinrokkaa Monogatari similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Koinrokkaa Monogatari(コインロッカー物語)

2008Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadYouthLifeMiniseriesThriller

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Suspense, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Hayama Miki, a teenager attending high school, harbors a hidden secret related to a storage locker. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Chocolate War similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Chocolate War(チョコレート戦争)

2020Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseYouthDramaTeacher Male LeadThriller

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Suspense, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

On Valentine's Day, there was a tragic event where a student passed away after consuming poisoned chocolate. The teacher named Nishina, who is known for being distant and mocked by students, is determined to uncover the truth behind the incident.

Recommendation: Creatures Unknown similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Creatures Unknown(未知生物)

2020China
High SchoolHorrorInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseYouthAmnesiaIsland SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Horror, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Suspense, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

A peculiar and unusual situation unfolded on Yanbo Island in the southern region, leading to the mysterious disappearance of the island's residents. Simultaneously, a young girl with short hair arrived in town, appearing to have a connection to the vanishings. Determined to locate their missing friend, You Shang Jie, high school students Fu Jun Hao and Zhang Yu Xuan teamed up with the enigmatic girl to uncover the truth. Meanwhile, Sarah, a high school teacher grieving her lost brother, joined forces with Su Min Xu, a wealthy local, to investigate the sudden occurrences on the island. As a mysterious black substance began to spread across the island, numerous questions arose. What secrets does the black mucus hold? What happened to the missing high school student, Shang Shangjie? Why are strange noises emanating from the dry well on Haichao Street? And who is the target of the black individuals with Ph.D.s? It becomes evident that a significant crisis is looming over the island's inhabitants, unbeknownst to the unsuspecting residents.

Recommendation: Yukan Club similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Yukan Club(有閑倶楽部)

2007Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaAmateur Detective Female LeadAmateur Detective Male LeadComedyMultiple MainsStudent Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Shochikubai Miroku comes from a family with a police commissioner father and a mother who loves to travel. Miroku is well-connected and skilled in combat, with a passion for motorcycles. Kikumasamune Seishiro, on the other hand, is the wealthy son of a hospital owner who is also a formidable fighter known for his intelligence. Bido Granmarie, the son of a Swedish ambassador, is a charming playboy who dates multiple women simultaneously due to his belief that he is not meant for a committed relationship. Kenbishi Yuri, the daughter of a prominent business president, enjoys indulging in food and is a skilled fighter, though she struggles to defeat Seishiro. Hakushika Noriko, the daughter of a famous painter and a tea ceremony practitioner, harbors a strong aversion towards men and reacts violently when they make physical contact. Lastly, Kizakura Karen, who resides with her wealthy jeweler mother, dreams of marrying into wealth using her beauty and sophistication. Together, they make up the Yukan Club, a group that engages in solving mysteries for entertainment.

Recommendation: Crow's Blood similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Crow's Blood

2016Japan
High SchoolHorrorSchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadYouthMiniseriesSci-FiStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterThrillerTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Horror, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Suspense, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

A new student with a mysterious background arrives at the school one day, hailing from Minnesota. She possesses a unique trait of having black blood running through her veins, which leads to unusual occurrences. The phenomenon of her black blood spreading to others raises questions about her identity and the reason behind her unusual blood color. This horror-suspense narrative follows a high school girl as she delves into the mysteries surrounding the enigmatic new student.

Recommendation: Tokuyama Daigoro wo Dare ga Koroshita ka? similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Tokuyama Daigoro wo Dare ga Koroshita ka?(徳山大五郎を誰が殺したか?)

2016Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthComedyDeathMurderPrivate SchoolStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Upon arrival in the morning, the students of Year 3 class C at Keyaki Academy Private School are shocked to discover their homeroom teacher, Tokuyama Daigorou, murdered with a knife in his back. Fearing the consequences, the students hastily conceal the body and begin a bizarre school life filled with secrecy. As various individuals including other teachers, the teacher's wife and mistress, police, and reporters visit the classroom, the students must navigate the threat of being caught.

Recommendation: Soshite, Yuriko wa Hitori ni Natta similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Soshite, Yuriko wa Hitori ni Natta(そして、ユリコは一人になった)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationHigh SchoolHorrorSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthChristianityDramaLGBTQ+MiniseriesStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, High School, Horror, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

The tale of "Yuriko-sama" has been passed down through generations at Yurigahara High School, where she is believed to bring misfortune to those who defy her rule. To become a "Yuriko-sama," one must bear the name Yuriko. As a new school term begins, a new battle for the title of "Yuriko-sama" unfolds. Shimakura Mizuki, a close friend of Yasaka Yuriko, rises to the challenge of uncovering the truth behind this legendary figure. (

Recommendation: Anata Hannin Jaarimasen similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Anata Hannin Jaarimasen(あなた犯人じゃありません)

2021Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadYouthDeathDetective Supporting CharacterMiniseriesStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterThriller

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Suspense, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Teacher Izumi was discovered in her wedding gown, floating in the rooftop pool at Seishun High School. She had been fatally stabbed. A student admitted to President Hibino Meina of Class 3C and Detective Goshima that he was responsible for the crime. However, Meina noticed inconsistencies in the confession, as well as a lack of a clear motive. As a result, the student was cleared as a suspect. It is expected that another student will come forward to take responsibility. The question remains: why are her students eager to confess to the murder? Who are they trying to protect?

Recommendation: No Going Back Romance similar to Sayoko Is Back
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No Going Back Romance(노빠꾸 로맨스)

2020South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthPopular Male LeadRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

A teenage love story featuring So Dam, a sixteen-year-old girl who has yet to experience dating

Recommendation: Another Heaven ~Eclipse~ similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Another Heaven ~Eclipse~(アナザヘヴン〜Eclipse〜)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationHorrorInvestigationMysterySuspenseSupernatural

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Horror, Investigation, Mystery, and Suspense themes with a 38% similarity match.

Broadcasted in tandem with the film, the series depicts a separate event that takes place both prior to and following the events of the movie. ~Derived from a book authored by Joji Iida.

Recommendation: I Am the Head Teacher similar to Sayoko Is Back
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I Am the Head Teacher(我是班主任)

2019China
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthComedyStudent Male LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

A story of graduation featuring senior high school students from the "special class" and their principal Lao Mo, as well as their teacher Yao Jing. This play is endorsed by the Teaching & Work Department of the Ministry of Education in China. The goal of the play is to effectively carry out the party's educational guidelines and showcase the positive qualities of educators in the modern era. (Baidu)

Recommendation: So Young (2022) similar to Sayoko Is Back
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So Young (2022)(我奇怪的17岁)

2022China
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthLifeStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

An Jing is a senior resident of the quaint town of Songxi. While crafting a school novel titled "Farewell, Seventeen" independently, she embodies the characters An Na, An Qi, and An Jing, who are the main figures in three distinct tales. Throughout her journey, she encounters various classmates in different settings and eras, such as the shy top student Han Yun, the friendly senior Chu Yu, and the contrasting twin brothers Cheng Haoxuan and Cheng Haoyu. As they transition from strangers to companions, they discover camaraderie amidst the challenges of high school life, navigating the trials of adolescence together until they reach the pivotal age of 17.

Recommendation: Cheeze Go similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Cheeze Go(치즈고)

2020South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthLifeMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Keitai Deka Zenigata Mai similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Keitai Deka Zenigata Mai(ケータイ刑事銭形舞)

2003Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadActionAmateur Detective Female LeadDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Teenager Female Lead themes with a 38% similarity match.

Zenigata Mai is a teenager attending high school who also works as a detective in her spare time. Her father holds a prominent position in the police force, which leads her partner, Godai Jun, to reluctantly involve her in their investigations by communicating with her over the phone.

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Koiiro Waltz(恋色円舞)

2010Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthMiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: You at 7:45 similar to Sayoko Is Back
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You at 7:45(7時45分の君)

2020Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthMiniseriesNice Female LeadRomanceUnrequited Love

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Aya and Kumi, two high school students, take the bus to school. Aya has a crush on a boy who consistently misses the bus. Kumi, sensing Aya's emotions, decides to take control of the bus and gives Aya a strict 5-minute window to confess her feelings.

Recommendation: Motokare Retry: Kanojo ga Shiranai Bokutachi no Honne similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Motokare Retry: Kanojo ga Shiranai Bokutachi no Honne(モトカレリトライ 〜カノジョが知らない僕たちの本音〜)

2022Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthMiniseriesRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Kaede and his close friend Kazuha reminisce about their high school days as they prepare to start at Futatsubashi University. Kaede finds himself in a confusing situation when he starts dating Nina but struggles to move on due to lingering feelings for his ex-girlfriend Mitsu. In contrast, Kazuha effortlessly maintains casual relationships with girls. Despite their differences, the two friends bond over shared experiences, including visits to their favorite sauna where they share their innermost thoughts.

Recommendation: One-Dimensional similar to Sayoko Is Back
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One-Dimensional(일차원적 그녀석)

2019South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthLifeStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Sweet Lemon similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Sweet Lemon(甜檸檬之戀)

2003Taiwan
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthFamily RelationshipLifeStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

This series follows a group of teenagers attending the same school as they navigate through their personal struggles. Misunderstandings and attempts to make each other jealous eventually lead to unexpected romantic entanglements. Along the way, they will explore themes of family dynamics, friendships, and the complexities of love. (wiki.d-addicts)

Recommendation: Teng Kong De Ri Zi similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Teng Kong De Ri Zi(腾空的日子)

2014China
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthComedyMiniseriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

A brief web series initially launched on Tencent, explores the stories of a group of teenagers in high school and the events they encounter during their adolescence.

Recommendation: Sharp Season 2 similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Sharp Season 2(반올림 2)

2005South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthComedyLifeRivalryRomance

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

The story revolves around a high school girl and her experiences. She attends classes, socializes with her peers, forges new friendships, and navigates lessons on trust and competition. Along the way, she uncovers unique passions, particularly a fondness for musicians and performers, while also appreciating the common interests she shares with her family and friends.

Recommendation: Secret Campus similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Secret Campus( 비밀의 교정)

2006South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingYouthCar AccidentDeathDramaRomance

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Seung Jae was a high school student whose life was abruptly cut short in a traffic accident. At the time of his passing, he was in a relationship with Su Ah, another student at the school. A year later, Su Ah begins to receive emails that unveil hidden truths about Seung Jae. It is revealed that he had been unfaithful to Su Ah, as he was also involved with Eun Ho, the sister of his friend Du Hyeon. Furthermore, Dong Cheol, a classmate aspiring to be a football player, stopped participating in his extracurricular activities following Seung Jae's death and has since ceased attending school. As Su Ah reads the emails, more of her own secrets gradually come to light.

Recommendation: Bitch X Rich similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Bitch X Rich(청담국제고등학교)

2023South Korea
High SchoolInvestigationMysteryStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadYouthDeathDramaMurderPoor Female LeadSchool BullyingThrillerTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Investigation, Mystery, Student Female Lead, Suspense, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Baek Je Na comes from a long line of wealthy families and is considered a privileged student at Cheongdam International High School. On the other hand, Kim Hye In, who was raised in poverty, is given an opportunity to attend the prestigious school in return for keeping quiet about a murder she saw. The series, Cheongdam International High School, is a thrilling mystery that delves into the intense rivalry and psychological battles between Je Na and Hye In.

Recommendation: Nobody Knows similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Nobody Knows(胆小鬼)

2022China
FriendshipInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthLifeSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadThrillerWinter Setting

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Back in 2003, a 17-year-old girl named Huang Shu was murdered in mysterious circumstances. A decade later, a similar case emerged but the main suspect had already passed away, leaving the case shrouded in uncertainty. Hidden secrets resurfaced unexpectedly, shedding light on a youthful past intertwined with five individuals. The series of events intertwined with the complexities of human nature... Children's motives may seem pure, while adults' intentions are often convoluted. Could it be that both you and I have a dark past?

Recommendation: Hello, My Noisy MP3 similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Hello, My Noisy MP3(听见我的声音)

2022China
FriendshipHigh SchoolMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthCall From The FutureClassmates' RelationshipComedyDifferent TimelinesFantasyRomanceYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

A vintage MP3 player enabled the 30-year-old celebrity Zhao Man Er to connect with her 11-year-old self through old recordings. Hoping to alter her troubled present and escape her haunting past, Zhao attempted to use this opportunity, only to find herself plunging into a deeper crisis involving both her past and present selves.

Recommendation: Reborn (2025) similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Reborn (2025)(焕羽)

2025China
FriendshipInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthClassmates' RelationshipDeathDramaRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadThriller

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

In 2007, a 16-year-old named Qiao Qing Yu and her family decided to move from their small town of Shunyun to the provincial capital of Huanzhou due to rumors surrounding the death of her sister, Qiao Bei Yu. Eager to uncover the truth and bring justice to her sister, Qing Yu enlisted the help of her classmate, Ming Sheng. As they delved deeper into the mystery, Qing Yu was shocked by the unfair treatment her sister had faced and vowed to seek justice on her behalf.

Recommendation: Kissho Tennyo (2006) similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Kissho Tennyo (2006)(吉祥天女)

2006Japan
HorrorInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadAdapted From A MangaDeity Female LeadEvil Female LeadFantasyMiniseriesPlayboy Male LeadPsychological

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Horror, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Suspense, and Teenager Female Lead themes with a 37% similarity match.

The focus of this psychological thriller is on Sayoko, a member of the Kanou family who is believed to be a descendant of a goddess. Despite her noble appearance, she harbors a dark and malevolent nature which she tries to conceal. When outsiders pose a threat to her family's wealth, she employs her charm and seductive tactics to ensnare them and protect her family. This story is adapted from the manga series "Kissho Tennyo" by Yoshida Akimi.

Recommendation: Remember, Hari similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Remember, Hari(기억, 하리)

2018South Korea
High SchoolHorrorInvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseYouthFlashback To PastGhostLove TriangleRomanceShy Male LeadSupernaturalWarm Female Lead

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, Horror, Investigation, Mystery, School Setting, Suspense, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds in a high school setting where Hari goes to school alongside her friends, Ka Eun and Hyun Woo. Whispers are spreading among the students about Park Joo Min, who is rumored to be haunted by a ghost. While Hari doubts these claims, bizarre occurrences begin to take place within the school. A boy named Kang Lim appears, asserting that he and Hari share a friendship. Who is this enigmatic figure, and is there any truth to the rumors?

Recommendation: Seonam Girls High School Investigators similar to Sayoko Is Back
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Seonam Girls High School Investigators(선암여고 탐정단)

2014South Korea
Novel AdaptationFriendshipHigh SchoolInvestigationMysteryTeenager Female LeadYouthDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamily PressureFemale Centered PlotLifeSchool BullyingSismance

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Friendship, High School, Investigation, Mystery, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

Chae Yul is a model student overshadowed by her exceptionally talented brother, who garners all the familial accolades, leaving her feeling inadequate. After not gaining admission to a prestigious foreign-language high school known for its intense competition, her mother insists that she enroll in Seonam Girl’s High School, believing it would allow Chae Yul to achieve straight As in a less challenging public school. Her mother is convinced this path will ultimately lead to Chae Yul being accepted into a top university. On her inaugural day at the all-girls institution, Chae Yul encounters an assault by a disturbed individual nicknamed “Biter.” The news of this incident quickly circulates throughout the school, leading to rampant gossip. To escape the attention, she seeks refuge in a quiet area of the campus. However, she crosses paths with Mr. Yeon Jun, one of the teachers at the school. “This cologne... It’s identical to the one that ‘Biter’ wore!” Chae Yul becomes increasingly suspicious of Yeon Jun. A peculiar connection forms between them, leaving her puzzled by the unfolding events. Just as she grapples with her confusion, she meets four unusual girls who identify themselves as the “Seonam Girl’s High School Detectives.” “We’re also victims of ‘Biter.’ We need your help to find him,” they implore. Although Chae Yul finds their request peculiar and initially declines to assist, she ultimately gets drawn into their quest to track down the perpetrator. To their astonishment, they uncover a disturbing secret that runs far deeper than they had ever anticipated! (JTBC)

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Puzzle (2007)(パズル)

2007Japan
InvestigationMysterySchool SettingSuspenseYouthMiniseriesThriller

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An elite high school is taken over by an armed group, leading a group of students to search for 2,000 hidden puzzle pieces within the school in a time frame of 48 hours.

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Secret Girls(シークレットガールズ)

2011Japan
FriendshipSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthDramaJunior High School

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Rio Shibaski and Maya Aramaki, both in their third year of middle school, admire Secrets, a popular idol girl group known for keeping their personal lives confidential. To their surprise, Rio and Maya discover that the members of Secrets are actually their classmates and are invited to join the group. The five girls form a new group called Secret Girls and must navigate the challenge of maintaining their dual identities and keeping their involvement in the group a secret from others.

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Koko Nyushi(高校入試)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationHigh SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female Lead

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Haruyama Kyoko, a recently appointed teacher of English at a prestigious high school in a rural area, had spent her childhood and high school years living overseas before returning to Japan. Due to her extensive time abroad, she struggles to grasp the traditional customs of Japan and often speaks her mind openly. As the school entrance examination approaches, a series of unexpected events unfold, including suspicions of sabotage by an unknown individual. With everyone considered a potential suspect, the truth behind the incidents remains a mystery until the end.

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Us in Time(时光里的我们)

2020China
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthCampus SettingDramaRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

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A film club was established by a collection of students attending an art institution. They engage in learning, socializing, residing, and maturing on a daily basis. Although each individual possesses unique traits, when they unite, they become an unstoppable force. (DramaWiki)

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Koto no Ha(言の葉)

2020Japan
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthCold Female LeadDramaNice Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

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A touching tale depicting the bonds and connections formed by a 16-year-old female student in high school.

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Love Sharing(ラブシェアリング)

2022Japan
High SchoolInvestigationMysterySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthDramaHaremPopular Female LeadRomanceShy Female Lead

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"Love is the era of commitment. You can have a shared partner." A teenage boy, thrown into a puzzling harem situation, chooses to partake in "polyamorous relationships" with alluring girls, all while navigating peculiar dating guidelines. Yet, beneath the unconventional love arrangement lies an unexpected secret... (HikariTV)

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School 4(학교4)

2001South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthArtDramaLifeStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

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A series depicting the daily lives of students and faculty members at Sewon Secondary School of the Arts. Hye Ra, a high school student specializing in dance, is described as a bold and sensitive young woman who is not afraid to stand up for herself. Known for her attractive appearance, genuine demeanor, and academic achievements, she was well-liked by both male classmates and teachers. Her current feud with Seo Won, an art student, stems from misunderstandings despite their previous close friendship rooted in a shared admiration for Seo Tai Ji during middle school. However, after clearing the air, they reconcile and return to being best friends. Seo Won, once a rebellious nightclub-goer, undergoes personal growth and transformation through various challenges, emerging as a dedicated and talented student. Despite studying art, she aspires to become a versatile entertainer encompassing both art and music. Through her interactions with peers at Sewon Arts High School, Seo Won learns the importance of genuine artistry and finds inspiration to navigate life's journey. (KOCOWA)

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After School: Lucky or Not Season 2(방과 후 복불복 2)

2014South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthComedyFantasyShort Length SeriesSlight RomanceWeb Series

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Classes have resumed, and everyone's beloved group of boys is returning for another semester filled with extracurricular mischief. In this season, the enchanting mentors come together once more with a newly appointed leader, a shy student who soon uncovers a unique type of cram school brimming with exciting experiences and valuable life lessons.

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Nineteen, Logout(열아홉, 로그아웃)

2021South Korea
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthAdventureMiniseriesShort Length SeriesTravelingWeb Series

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Rewritten text: A web series follows the journey of a 19-year-old high school student seeking to overcome her personal barriers, but ends up getting hurt instead

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Juken Zombie(受験ゾンビ)

2019Japan
High SchoolHorrorSchool SettingStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadDramaStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterThrillerZombies

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Inspired by the winning script of the 6th Dorama Koshien, Juken Zombie tells the story of high school students in a remote mountainous area of Japan who are gradually transforming into zombies, one after another.

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Sepia's Memory(セピアの想ひ出)

2008Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthDramaMiniseriesMultiple Mains

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Abnormalities(不思异:辞典)

2017China
HorrorInvestigationMysterySuspense

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An assortment of peculiar items that document the anomalies of contemporary culture. From bizarre tales of terror to unsettling urban rumors and unimaginable occurrences of the supernatural... each page recounts a tale of misfortune. (bilibili)

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The Day I Skipped School for You(教室的那一间)

2018China
FriendshipHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthClassmates' RelationshipComedyRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features Friendship, High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The Day I Skipped School For You portrays the high school experience of young people born after the 1990s. The story revolves around the mischievous yet charming Chen Mo, his classmate Zhao Xiao Yu, and their peers as they navigate love, friendship, and pursuing their aspirations during their time in school.

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Retry, Seishun!(リトライ、青春!)

2024Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadYouthFemale Centered PlotMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Sayoko Is Back, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Female Lead, Teenager Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Takeda Sora, Kamiya Sumire, Sekimoto Ichigo, Kasai Momoka, Ito Hinata, and Hoshino Midori are all students in their second year of high school