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Sayonara, High School(さよなら、ハイスクール)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

Asakura, a low-ranking high school student, was chosen to be part of the school festival organizing committee. His goal is to date Ito Mayumi, a popular girl at school, in order to break down social barriers. The plan to dismantle the social hierarchy was progressing smoothly until an unexpected incident occurred, leading to an unforeseen turn of events. Thus begins the tragicomic tale of a peculiar class upheaval.

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Recommendation: Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai similar to Sayonara, High School
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Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai(お前はまだグンマを知らない)

2017Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A Manga

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 90% similarity match.

Upon transferring to a school in Gunma Prefecture, high school student Nori Kamitsuki was taken aback by the noticeable cultural distinctions. Nori finds himself smitten with his classmate Kyo Shinooka, yet she remains loyal to her roots and declares her preference for dating someone from Gunma. To compound matters, Nori becomes embroiled in a confrontation with the rival prefectures of Tochigi and Ibaraki.

Recommendation: Ikemen-do: Binan Gakuen Monogatari similar to Sayonara, High School
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Ikemen-do: Binan Gakuen Monogatari(イケメン道 〜美南学園物語〜)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMale Centered PlotMultiple Mains

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 82% similarity match.

Recommendation: Teiichi no Kuni - Gakuseigai no Kissaten similar to Sayonara, High School
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Teiichi no Kuni - Gakuseigai no Kissaten(帝一の國~学生街の喫茶店~)

2017Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaMultiple MainsShort Length Series

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 75% similarity match.

To coincide with the premiere of the film "Teiichi no Kuni", FujiTV is airing a series of five spin-off dramas showcasing the five main actors portraying characters competing for the position of student council president alongside Teiichi. The students are holding planning sessions for the council elections at Kaitei, the café located next to their school. Each episode highlights a different actor in the lead role. (Credit: DoramaWorld.blogspot)

Recommendation: Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata similar to Sayonara, High School
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Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata(正しい王子のつくり方)

2008Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 73% similarity match.

This school comedy follows a girls' high school that transitions to a co-ed institution, only to find that the new male students do not meet their standards. In response, a group of girls initiates a project to transform the boys into "princes." --Tokyograph

Recommendation: Setoutsumi (2017) similar to Sayonara, High School
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Setoutsumi (2017)(セトウツミ)

2017Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaLife

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 73% similarity match.

Utsumi leads a solitary life as he lacks companionship. When he isn't attending his private institute after school, he often finds himself idling by the riverside. One day, his routine is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Shokichi Seto, a former soccer player with time on his hands. The two strike up a friendship and are soon joined by Ichigo Kashimura and Hatsumi, fellow classmates from their high school.

Recommendation: Spicy Teacher (2000) similar to Sayonara, High School
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Spicy Teacher (2000)(麻辣鮮師)

2000Taiwan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 73% similarity match.

A school drama series with a significant impact on idol dramas in Taiwan, consisting of 3 seasons and featuring 5 generations of students. The first season spanned 155 episodes, showcasing the 1st to 3rd generations of students. The second season, with 29 episodes, focused on the 4th to early 5th generations of students. The third season concluded with 14 episodes, highlighting the later half of the 5th generation of students.

Recommendation: High&Low: The Worst Episode.O similar to Sayonara, High School
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High&Low: The Worst Episode.O(HiGH&LOW THE WORST EPISODE.O)

2019Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthActionBromanceFriendshipGang

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 69% similarity match.

The narrative depicts the events following the altercation in the storage units of the High & Low film at the Oya Institute. Fujio and Tsukasa were both enrolled at Oya High School, but Fujio had to transfer to a rural school near his grandfather's residence to assist with his care. Upon arriving at the institute, new students will attempt to assert their dominance.

Recommendation: Kojirase Joshi Kara no Sotsugyo similar to Sayonara, High School
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Kojirase Joshi Kara no Sotsugyo(こじらせ女子からの卒業)

2021Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 69% similarity match.

Asuka Nishino, a student representative, is privy to the confidential tales of her male classmates. One of the secrets she uncovered is that the student with the lowest test score must confess their feelings as a penalty. Among them is the person she admires, Igarashi. Asuka fantasizes about being confessed to by Igarashi, even if it's just part of a punishment game, and decides to take a bold step.

Recommendation: Black School Rules (2019) similar to Sayonara, High School
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Black School Rules (2019)(ブラック校則)

2019Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFriendshipShort Length Series

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 67% similarity match.

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Bokutachi no Konai Hoso(僕たちの校内放送)

2023Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouth

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Teenager Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 67% similarity match.

The narrative follows Hiroya, a lackluster high school student with a passion for radio, and Kenta, a lively high school student who lacks interest in radio

Recommendation: Confucius (2012) similar to Sayonara, High School
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Confucius (2012)(智勝鮮師)

2012Taiwan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 67% similarity match.

During his late teenage years, Kong Qiu, an 18-year-old, displayed natural talent and a quick learning ability. He possessed vast knowledge and a strong curiosity, often outsmarting his professors. In addition to his academic pursuits, Kong Qiu enjoyed attending Kung Fu Clubs and was known as "Lu Guo's Number One Kung Fu Killer" for his skills. Despite his professors' disapproval, they disciplined Kong Qiu after discovering his hobby. Unfortunately, this led to a tragic end as Kong Qiu expressed his dissatisfaction before passing away. In the afterlife, a chance encounter with Zheng Zhi Sheng at Nai He Bridge allowed Kong Qiu to retain his past knowledge and memories. Reborn as Qi Er Bin in 2012, a professor at City Scientific University, Kong Qiu faced challenges with a disorderly educational system. Will he be able to uphold his teaching principles and inspire his students to become independent learners? As Kong Qiu navigates the modern world, unexpected events and encounters are bound to occur.

Recommendation: Koi ni Mudaguchi similar to Sayonara, High School
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Koi ni Mudaguchi(恋に無駄口)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaLifeRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 64% similarity match.

Nishina, Maya, Shiro, and Aoi are high school sophomores who are attractive but lackluster in personality. They have made a pact to never get romantically involved and have formed their own club called the "Muda-bu" (Useless Club), dedicated to exploring trivial topics and sharing them on social media. One day, they decide to test a theory from a manga that claims, "If you run with bread in your mouth and collide with someone, you will fall in love." In attempting to carry out the experiment, they accidentally run into someone while holding bread in their mouths.

Recommendation: Ao Haru Ride Season 2 similar to Sayonara, High School
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Ao Haru Ride Season 2(アオハライド Season 2)

2024Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFriendshipRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 64% similarity match.

Yoshioka Futaba was a former middle school student who developed feelings for her kind classmate Tanaka Kou. Unfortunately, their young romance faced challenges, leading to their separation when Kou had to move to Nagasaki. However, fate brought them back together in high school when Kou transferred to Futaba's class as they approached the end of their academic year. Much to Futaba's surprise, Kou had changed his surname and now displayed a cold and distant demeanor. Despite this, they found themselves growing closer once again. The situation became complicated when Futaba discovered that another classmate, originally from Nagasaki, had also been hurt by Kou in middle school. As their reunion unfolds, will Futaba and Kou's renewed relationship lead to love or more heartbreak?

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 6 similar to Sayonara, High School
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The M Riders Season 6(萌學園六復活之戰)

2014Taiwan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFantasy

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 64% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yoru no Sensei similar to Sayonara, High School
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Yoru no Sensei(夜のせんせい)

2014Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaTeacher Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 64% similarity match.

Yoruno Sakura, a newcomer teacher at a part-time high school, has faced multiple challenges in her past as the owner of a bar. Despite her continuous struggles and misfortunes, she remains determined and positive. While she may come across as overly friendly, insensitive, disorganized, and careless, she possesses a kind heart and a knack for recognizing and supporting individuals with aspirations. At 38 years old, she interacts with students of different ages who share similar circumstances, ultimately making a positive impact on their lives and experiencing her own transformation.

Recommendation: Bukatsu, Suki Janakya Dame Desu Ka? similar to Sayonara, High School
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Bukatsu, Suki Janakya Dame Desu Ka?(部活、好きじゃなきゃダメですか?)

2018Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaSports

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Teenager Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 64% similarity match.

The comedic tale revolves around a group of high school boys who mistakenly believe that joining club activities will make them popular. Despite lacking genuine interest, they haphazardly decide to join a sports-focused club at their school.

Recommendation: 15 Sai no Blues similar to Sayonara, High School
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15 Sai no Blues(15歳のブルース)

2005Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBullied Male LeadDivision 1DramaDysfunctional Family

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

Sanada Kohei, a student in his third year of junior high school, faces bullying from his peers and grapples with challenges in both his academic and family life. To find comfort, he dedicates himself to nurturing potted flowers within his room. After cycling through ten different tutors, Kohei encounters Shunsaku, a former hip-hop artist who has now taken on tutoring. Shunsaku's unique and firm methods assist Kohei in undergoing a significant change.

Recommendation: Boys Este similar to Sayonara, High School
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Boys Este(BOYSエステ)

2007Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

Akagi Hibiki, a high school student, starts working part-time at a beauty salon where his exceptional massage skills earn him the nickname "god hand." His path crosses with Koiwai Shizuka, another high school student who starts feeling self-conscious about her appearance because of hurtful remarks from her boyfriend, sparking a romantic connection between them.

Recommendation: Sakurasaku similar to Sayonara, High School
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Sakurasaku(サクラ咲く)

2016Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthNovel AdaptationRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

The narrative follows a calm and relaxed young woman who enjoys reading. One day, while at the library, she discovers a lovely letter titled "Sakurasako" that falls out of a book. This marks the beginning of a written exchange with an unknown individual. The mystery of the stranger's identity unfolds as their correspondence continues. Inspired by Tsujimura Sugi's novel, Sakurasaku.

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Black Kousoku(ブラック校則)

2019Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

In a high school setting, Soraku embodies a sense of authority, while Nakaya represents a rebellious spirit. These two contrasting individuals come together to challenge the strict regulations of the school that prioritizes discipline. (Thetv.jp)

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Sokubaku Kanojo(束縛彼女)

2020Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

Risa made her boyfriend Tatsuki promise not to take photos with other girls during the graduation ceremony

Recommendation: Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi. similar to Sayonara, High School
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Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi.(春は短し恋せよ男子。)

2023Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaFirst LoveMale Centered PlotRomance

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

Experience the journey of four high school boys as they navigate through their lives and explore the realm of romance despite their lack of prior romantic encounters. This story is adapted from the manga series "Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi" by Shiiba Nana.

Recommendation: Ying Ye 3+1 similar to Sayonara, High School
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Ying Ye 3+1(櫻野3加1)

2007Taiwan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthActionRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

Xia Tian, Jia Jiang, Fang Wei, and Bulu all grew up together on Westside Street and are currently attending Ying Ye School. They are just one month away from graduating. Xia Tian's father, who is a police officer in Westside Street, is retiring tomorrow. However, on the same day, they got into a confrontation with the Dinosaur gang at school and were almost expelled by the principal. Officer Xia tried to resolve the situation but instead, his gun went missing. They decided to stay in school and find the gun before graduation to ensure a peaceful retirement for Officer Xia. During their search, they uncovered a connection between the missing gun and an escaped ex-convict known as Grey Wolf, who surprisingly had close ties to students at Ying Ye School.

Recommendation: High Position similar to Sayonara, High School
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High Position(ハイポジ 1986年、二度目の青春)

2020Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaFriendshipSupernaturalTime Travel

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 62% similarity match.

Mitsuhiko Amano, a 46-year-old office worker, recently lost his job and received news of his wife wanting a divorce. His daughter has chosen to stay with her mother due to her strained relationship with him. Feeling defeated, Mitsuhiko decides to visit a soapland, but a fall causes him to lose consciousness. Upon awakening, he finds himself back in 1986, in his teenage body, surrounded by familiar faces including his future wife, Sachiko. Unsure if this is a near-death experience or a second chance at life, Mitsuhiko ponders how he can make the most of this opportunity to change his future. Will he finally find the courage to approach Satsuki, the girl he had a crush on in high school? The story is inspired by the manga "High Posi" written by Takashi Kira.

Recommendation: Densetsu no Kyoshi similar to Sayonara, High School
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Densetsu no Kyoshi(伝説の教師)

2000Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthTeacher Male Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 60% similarity match.

A man without any apparent strong interests surprisingly excels in connecting with troubled high school students. Referred to as a renowned savior of struggling schools, he arrives one day to help restore order in a class that had descended into chaos. His unorthodox responses and unconventional guidance to students not only surprise the teachers and staff, but also leave the troubled students themselves taken aback.

Recommendation: Class 3, Isn't Ordinary similar to Sayonara, High School
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Class 3, Isn't Ordinary(三班,不一般)

2020China
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthJunior High SchoolLifeShort Length Series

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 58% similarity match.

Witness the junior high school students who are third-generation trainees of Times Fengjun Entertainment as they navigate their daily lives at school and showcase their acting skills in various popular dramas throughout each episode.

Recommendation: The Wood similar to Sayonara, High School
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The Wood(一根木头)

2020China
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 58% similarity match.

Jiang Mu Fan, hailing from a prosperous family, achieved the top spot in the National Examinations. Despite his reserved demeanor, he was appointed as the class monitor. His encounter with Lin Luo Yan sparked feelings in his heart, despite his decision to avoid relationships. At the same time, Shao Tian Yang, known as the troublemaker of the class, also became interested in Lin Luo Yan. The introduction of Du Xin Yue, a girl from a vocational school and the daughter of a CD shop owner, had a significant impact on Lin Luo Yan due to her rebellious and free-spirited nature.

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Dandori Musume(ダンドリ娘)

2006Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouthDramaStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Teenager Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 58% similarity match.

The series centers around six teenagers in high school transitioning into adulthood. They come together to explore new experiences and imagine a world beyond their own. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Check It Out, Yo!! in Tokyo similar to Sayonara, High School
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Check It Out, Yo!! in Tokyo(チェケラッチョ!! in TOKYO)

2006Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouthFriendshipHip Hop MusicMusic

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Teenager Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 58% similarity match.

A group of four high school buddies discover the world of rap music and embark on a new path in their lives.

Recommendation: Debusen similar to Sayonara, High School
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Debusen(でぶせん)

2016Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaCross-DressingTeacher Male Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 58% similarity match.

Fukushima Mitsuru, a financially struggling individual, discovers the body of Fukushima Mitsuko, a deceased female teacher who bears a striking resemblance to him, while contemplating suicide in the Jukai forest near Mt. Fuji. Mitsuko appears to have been affluent based on her belongings left behind. Mitsuru decides to start a new life by impersonating Mitsuko, even though he faces challenges at his new job as a high school teacher surrounded by unruly students. Despite his initial intentions to escape, Mitsuru inadvertently ends up helping to reform the students due to a misunderstanding. Another issue arises for Mitsuru as he continues his masquerade as a female teacher, as the risk of being exposed as a cross-dressing male looms over him. Despite his moral struggles, Mitsuru grapples with his own desires and fantasies on a daily basis. This story is adapted from the novel series "Debusen" by Ando Yuma and illustrated by Asaki Masashi.

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Teng Kong De Ri Zi(腾空的日子)

2014China
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadYouthFriendshipStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Teenager Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 58% 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: High School Big Bang similar to Sayonara, High School
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High School Big Bang(我成了他的班主任)

2020China
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBrother-Sister RelationshipRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadWeb Series

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

This series follows the journey of students as they grow on campus, telling an engaging story of a slow learner's comeback. It delivers a message of positivity in a humorous manner. (WeTV)

Recommendation: The Day I Skipped School for You 3 similar to Sayonara, High School
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The Day I Skipped School for You 3(教室的那一间第三季)

2020China
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipRomanceTeenager Female LeadTransfer Student Female LeadWeb Series

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

Chen Mo and his companions are fortunate to be brought together in a humanities course. The beginning of the new semester introduces fresh faces to the class - an endearing and straightforward transfer student from rural areas, a commanding class leader, and a sensitive class counselor. (chinesedrama.info)

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Who's Your Daddy?(我和我爸的十七岁)

2023China
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBody SwapBromanceIdentity SwapSupernaturalWeb Series

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

The profit-driven middle-aged businessman Chen Bi Da swaps memories with high school student Gao Wen Ming following an accident and ends up as a second-year student at Yuying Middle School. To his surprise, he discovers he has a son named Jiang Yu, whom he has never met, and who coincidentally becomes his classmate. Chen Bi Da attempts to apply his business expertise in dealing with Jiang Yu, but quickly learns that adult strategies do not work in a middle school setting, leading to a series of comical mishaps. Complications arise when Chen Bi Da's company faces threats and the real Gao Wen Ming awakens in Chen Bi Da's body.

Recommendation: Prison School similar to Sayonara, High School
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Prison School(監獄学園 -プリズンスクール-)

2015Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaRomanceSexual ContentStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

Five young men enroll at a school that was previously exclusive to female students

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Dragon Zakura(ドラゴン桜)

2005Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

Sakuragi Kenji, a struggling lawyer and former motorcycle gang member, is determined to help underperforming high school students with an average score of 36 get accepted into Tokyo University (Toudai), Japan's most prestigious educational institution. Despite the school's financial troubles, Sakuragi has set a goal to mentor 5 students to successfully enter Toudai, driven by his personal ambition. Along with providing valuable tips for Toudai entrance exams, "Dragon Zakura" also imparts important life lessons.

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Princess Princess D(プリンセス・プリンセスD)

2006Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaAll-Boys SchoolMale Centered PlotMultiple MainsRomance

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

At a school for boys where a unique tradition involves selecting boys to dress up as girls for school events, Yutaka Mikoto, Shihoudani Yuujirou, and Kouno Tooru have been chosen as this year's Princess team. Not impressed by the lackluster performances of the current Princesses, Hanazono Otoya forms his own group of Dark Princesses to compete for the students' interest.

Recommendation: Isshun no Kaze ni Nare similar to Sayonara, High School
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Isshun no Kaze ni Nare(一瞬の風になれ)

2008Japan
High SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthLifeSportsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTrack And Field

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

The narrative follows a teenager who joins the realm of track and field. (Tokyograph) Taken from the book "Isshun no Kaze ni Nare" by Sato Takako.

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All Esper Dayo!(みんな!エスパーだよ! )

2013Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMind ReadingStudent Female LeadSupernaturalSupernatural PowerTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

In the town of Notsu in Oita Prefecture, numerous individuals possess extraordinary abilities. Among them is high school student Kamogawa Yoshio, who has the gift of telepathy, allowing him to delve into the thoughts of others. However, Yoshio tends to use his powers for mundane purposes.

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Shin Shinchou Kouki: Classmate wa Sengoku Busho(新・信長公記~クラスメイトは戦国武将~)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterActionAdapted From A MangaDelinquent Male LeadDramaEccentric Male Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, and Teenager Supporting Character themes with a 57% similarity match.

A tale revolving around a secondary school populated by troublemakers and a privileged group with duplicates of renowned military leaders from Japan's Warring States era engaged in conflicts

Recommendation: Mackerel Run similar to Sayonara, High School
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Mackerel Run(달려라 고등어)

2007South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaLove At First SightStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTransfer Student Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

Cha Gong Chan gained admission to the prestigious Myoung Mun High School in the wealthy Gangnam District due to his talent in soccer. However, after he decides to stop playing, he becomes isolated and begins skipping classes. One day, a stunning new girl arrives at the school, and the moment she enters his classroom, Gong Chan is captivated by her. Suddenly, he feels a renewed excitement about attending school, but the school administrator warns him that one more absence will lead to his expulsion. Determined, Gong Chan pledges not to abandon either his education or his newfound affection.

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Triple Fling Season 2(트리플썸2)

2019South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthReverse-HaremRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Do Yeon, a high school student who might appear aloof yet is actually quite laid-back, along with her three male friends, each possessing their own unique appeal

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Risou no Musuko(理想の息子)

2012Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFamily RelationshipMixed Live Action-AnimationMother-Son RelationshipSingle Mother

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 57% similarity match.

Umi Suzuki raised her son Daichi on her own while holding a job. Daichi, a high school student, is very close to his mother and has always been a well-behaved and dutiful son. He adores his mother and goes to great lengths to make her happy, even going as far as driving away potential suitors. When Umi takes on a new part-time job at a cafeteria in an all-boys high school known for its rowdy students, Daichi decides to transfer there in order to protect her. Without consulting Umi, he leaves his prestigious preparatory school to enroll at the troublesome high school. However, Daichi quickly realizes that he is like a lamb among wolves in this new environment.

Recommendation: Naze Todoin Seiya 16-sai wa Kanojo Dekinai no Ka? similar to Sayonara, High School
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Naze Todoin Seiya 16-sai wa Kanojo Dekinai no Ka?(なぜ東堂院聖也16歳は彼女が出来ないのか?)

2014Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaRomance

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 55% similarity match.

Despite being physically attractive, intelligent, athletic, and coming from a wealthy and politically influential family, Todoin Seiya is puzzled by his inability to secure a girlfriend throughout his 16 years of life. Despite his numerous attempts, every girl he asks out turns him down. Determined to change his relationship status before high school ends, Seiya refuses to be discouraged by rejection. However, the continuous string of rejections takes a toll on him emotionally.

Recommendation: To Be a Better Girl similar to Sayonara, High School
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To Be a Better Girl(无法直视)

2021China
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 54% similarity match.

Ruan Meng enrolls in the top high school in the city, but encounters difficulties on her first day due to misunderstandings like confusing room "601" for "109". In the first class, when students are introducing themselves, the homeroom teacher questions Xue Song about his initial thoughts on Ruan Meng. Xue Song responds with, "I can't make eye contact with her", leading Ruan Meng to vow, "One day, I will make sure you can't overlook me!". (Mudvod.tv)

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Investor Z(インベスターZ)

2018Japan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaBusinessFriendshipSchool Club

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 54% similarity match.

Zaizen Takashi is a first-year student at Dojuku High School, renowned for its exceptional educational standards in Japan. Notably, it is the sole high school that does not require tuition fees. The unique approach to funding this institution involves placing high-achieving students in the 'investment club', where they generate profits. Takashi is eventually recruited into the club and becomes captivated by the world of investing.

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So Funny Youth(当你年少时)

2022China
ComedySchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipNeighbors' RelationshipStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features Comedy, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 54% similarity match.

The tale of 5 young boys and girls residing in the historic neighborhood of "Junma Road". They attended the same high school and spent their formative years together. Zhang Xiao Ran, a determined young lady who calls Junma Road home, is accompanied by four close companions: Zhu Cheng Hai, a sharp-tongued academic prodigy residing across the street; Xiang Nan, a warm-hearted and cheerful girl who displayed impressive strength at just 6 years old; Zhou Rui, the handsome and reserved nephew of Zhang Xiao Ran, older than her by a year; and Lin Tao, the beloved source of joy for everyone around.

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The M Riders Season 3(萌學園三魔法號令)

2011Taiwan
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthDramaFantasyStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 54% similarity match.

Following the recent assault by sinister forces, Meng Xue Yuan is still in turmoil. Despite three months of trying to recover, the school is now bracing for further challenges that threaten the safety and stability of the institution. With Jian Ni and Lan Bao no longer around, the remaining M Riders must confront daunting trials ahead, particularly with the resurgence of Wu Ke Nana's dark ego. Will this spell the end for Meng Xue Yuan?

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My Mom, Supermom(최강! 울엄마)

2007South Korea
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipLifeStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 54% similarity match.

Mothers' Passion for Education Many individuals lack confidence in the public school system, opting instead to enroll their children in private institutions for their education. Today’s parents face a significant challenge in finding the best educational opportunities for their children. As both parents and kids juggle between school and private tutoring, they often find themselves exhausted and feeling disconnected from one another. From the perspective of children, "My Mom, Super Mom" explores the lives of contemporary mothers and their efforts to help their children gain admission to prestigious universities. The narrative will demonstrate that the real answer to the educational dilemma lies within a nurturing family environment built on trust and selflessness. It will also contemplate the essence of family.

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Blazing Teens(火力少年王)

2006China
High SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthCompetitionLifeSportsYo-yoing

Like Sayonara, High School, this drama also features High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 54% similarity match.

The series centers around high schools that host yo-yo competitions, where teams compete against each other to emerge victorious. Each team faces their own challenges, which they overcome while showcasing their unique yo-yo designs. The show incorporates special effects to capture the excitement and speed of the yo-yo battles. These battles involve magic spells, with the last person standing declared the winner. Along with traditional tricks like the Forward Pass and Loop-the-Loop, the show introduces original tricks such as the White Buddha and Cold Fusion, designed for professional yo-yo players.