School!! - Asian drama recommendation
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School!!(スクール!!)

2011Japan
Abusive ChildBully Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipDramaFamilyFormer Teacher Supporting CharacterLifePrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterSubstitute Teacher Supporting CharacterVice Principal Supporting CharacterYouth

The plot centers on a public elementary school facing various challenges. Seichiro Naruse, a dedicated individual with two decades of experience working on construction projects for a medium-sized construction company, decides to switch careers to fulfill a commitment he made to his previous teacher. He transitions to the role of principal at his alma mater in a bid to prevent its closure.

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Recommendation: Suzuki Sensei similar to School!!
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Suzuki Sensei(鈴木先生 )

2011Japan
Classmates' RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipDramaPrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaInner MonologueManipulative Co-WorkerTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Classmates' Relationship, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

After graduating from college, Akira Suzuki, who is the teacher in charge of class 2-A, dedicated three years to exploring effective ways to solve problems in teaching

Recommendation: GTO: Remake similar to School!!
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GTO: Remake(GTO リメイク版連続ドラマ (第1期))

2012Japan
Classmates' RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipDramaPrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingVice Principal Supporting CharacterYouthComedyManipulative Co-WorkerManipulative FriendPolice Officer Supporting CharacterStalker Supporting CharacterSupportive Friend

Like School!!, this drama also features Classmates' Relationship, Co-workers' Relationship, Drama, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Vice Principal Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Onizuka Eikichi, a former member of a motorcycle gang, is recommended by his friend Danma Ryuji to work part-time as a gardener at Meishu Academy. When Onizuka discovers that Yoshikawa Noboru is being bullied, he steps in to help and becomes friends with him. Impressed by Onizuka's unique problem-solving skills, the school's president, Sakurai Yoshiko, decides to hire him as a teacher, despite objections from Vice Principal Uchiyamada Hiroshi. Onizuka eagerly accepts the challenge of teaching the troubled Class 2/4.

Recommendation: New Kids War similar to School!!
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New Kids War(新キッズ・ウォー)

2005Japan
DramaFamilyLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool BullyingSchool Rivalry

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The series "New Kids War" follows the story of Otsuki Kaori, a primary school teacher who is transferred to a new school after an incident involving bullying

Recommendation: Fukumen D similar to School!!
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Fukumen D(覆面D)

2022Japan
DramaLifePrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterVice Principal Supporting CharacterYouthAthlete Supporting CharacterDisabled Supporting CharacterFormer Athlete Supporting CharacterHigh SchoolSportsWrestler Male LeadWrestler Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Vice Principal Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Daisuke Daichi aspires to become a dedicated teacher at a high school, but the students in his class, 3rd grade D, reflect the challenges of modern Japanese society. After a particular incident, Daichi is recruited by the BBT, a professional wrestling group, and takes on the persona of Masked D. While concealing his true identity, Daisuke fights to help his students. Can he tackle their issues by confronting them directly as "Masked D"? This thoughtful school drama showcases a teacher's unwavering commitment to his students, even at personal risk, as well as the students' diverse struggles.

Recommendation: Shima no Sensei similar to School!!
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Shima no Sensei(島の先生 )

2013Japan
DramaFamilyLifePrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChild Supporting CharacterFarmer Supporting CharacterFisher Supporting CharacterHousewife-Househusband Supporting CharacterIsland SettingSupportive FriendTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The setting of the play is a secluded island hosting a unique educational institution for troubled youths from urban areas. Every student grapples with various personal challenges like harassment and skipping school. Over time, the 10 students regain their confidence through the compassion shown by the community members, educators, and their guardians.

Recommendation: Hikikomori Sensei similar to School!!
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Hikikomori Sensei(ひきこもり先生)

2021Japan
DramaLifePrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAwkward Male LeadHikikomori Male LeadHikikomori Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterViolence Against Children

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Uwashima Yohei, known as a "hikikomori survivor," spent 11 years isolated from society before emerging from his room three years ago. With the assistance of community members, he launched a yakitori restaurant but is still in the process of reintegrating into society. Recently, he was approached by the principal of a junior high school, Sakaki Tetsuzo, who sought his help in mentoring students who are frequently absent from school. Encouraged by the backing of his supporters, Uwashima Yohei ultimately decides to take on the role of a part-time teacher at the school.

Recommendation: New Kids War Season 2 similar to School!!
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New Kids War Season 2(新キッズ・ウォー2)

2006Japan
DramaFamilyLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsSchool BullyingSchool Rivalry

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 28% similarity match.

In the sequel to "New Kids War," the story revolves around Otsuki Kaori, a teacher who eventually marries Kawai Hana's father. They now reside together with Hana and Yuta in their home. The arrival of Kaori's daughter, Momoko, and Hana's grandmother, Namie, to the Kawai household marks the beginning of a fresh conflict.

Recommendation: Crescendo de Susume similar to School!!
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Crescendo de Susume(クレッシェンドで進め)

2022Japan
Classmates' RelationshipDramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChoirComing Of AgeHigh SchoolRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Classmates' Relationship, Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Prior to his junior year high school entrance exams, Kashi finds himself selected to join the choir competition committee after losing a game of rock-paper-scissors in science class

Recommendation: Itoshi no Nina similar to School!!
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Itoshi no Nina(いとしのニーナ)

2020Japan
Classmates' RelationshipDramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaBest Friends RelationshipKidnappingRomanceSexual AssaultStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Classmates' Relationship, Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

One day, Atsushi receives a shocking message from his childhood friend, Masa, saying, "I've taken Niina Aota." Niina, also known as Nina, is the girl Masa fell for instantly while commuting to school. Atsushi is skeptical at first, but when he visits Masa's place, he realizes that Nina has indeed been kidnapped. (MyAnimeList)

Recommendation: Reopen My Journals similar to School!!
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Reopen My Journals(致1999年的自己)

2025China
DramaFamilyLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAffectionate Mains' RelationshipEmotionally Strong Female LeadNeighborhood SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadSupportive GrandparentSupportive NeighborTransfer Student Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The 15-year-old Qian Jia Yue, known as a well-behaved student, starts attending a prestigious high school where she encounters various academic obstacles. Her attempt to confess her feelings to her neighbor, the exceptional student Xiao Han, does not go as planned. Qian Jia Yue's foster brother, Mao Tou, is clever but always getting into trouble. She strikes up a friendship with a bold new acquaintance, Chen Mo, and they both mature through their bond. Meanwhile, the parents experience a series of significant changes, including family emergencies and reorganization. Chen Xiue, a former educated youth who returned to the city, struggles with her daughter Qian Jia Yue due to her prolonged absence. The passing of Qian Jia Yue's grandmother helps resolve the emotional conflicts among the three generations of women. Chen Peng Yu, who prides himself on his status as an elite, comes to realize, after clashes with his rebellious daughter Chen Mo, that each generation has its own unique challenges. Guan Ai Ping, a determined woman, raises Xiao Han single-handedly after losing her job. "Small business owner" Zhang Qi Ming learns to bond with his mischievous son Mao Tou and, after many trials and tribulations, creates a new family with Guan Ai Ping. Despite the changing times, the warmth of familial love and the support of the community remain unwavering.

Recommendation: Natsu no Tsubomi similar to School!!
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Natsu no Tsubomi(ナツのツボミ)

2000Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseries

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Nande Watashi ga Kamisekkyo similar to School!!
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Nande Watashi ga Kamisekkyo(なんで私が神説教)

2025Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 27% similarity match.

Urumi Shizuka unexpectedly found herself working as a high school teacher to avoid being jobless

Recommendation: School Teachers similar to School!!
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School Teachers(ガッコの先生)

2001Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthTeacher Male Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot bears a strong resemblance to the TV show 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei, but with some typical characters added in. There is a stubborn father who runs a ramen shop, his strong-willed daughter Motoko who works as a teacher and dislikes Sakuragi, and a distant older sister who has been cut off by their father. The father is now renting out the older sister's room to Sakuragi. Motoko and Sentaro's coworker, Onodera, has a significant Oedipus complex.

Recommendation: Rocket Boys similar to School!!
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Rocket Boys(ロケット・ボーイ)

2006Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingYouthAdapted From A Manga

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Based on the manga released by Futabasha Publishers, Ltd.

Recommendation: My Dearest Friends similar to School!!
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My Dearest Friends(亲爱的朋友)

2023China
DramaFamilySchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipHigh SchoolStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadWeb Series

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

Luo Dan Ni is dissatisfied with her life as a grown-up, which is vastly different from what she had envisioned in her youth. Once a talented student with a bright future, her life did not unfold as expected. After a car accident sends her back to high school, she seizes the opportunity to alter her fate armed with adult wisdom. Determined, she makes new choices in pursuit of the future she once dreamed of.

Recommendation: 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8 similar to School!!
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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 8(3年B組金八先生)

2007Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipFriendshipHigh SchoolTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

The upcoming season will showcase Kinpachi Sakamoto's dedication as a teacher who experiences the ups and downs alongside his 25 students, who also mature through the process. They will navigate challenges such as preparing for university entrance exams, navigating complex relationships with family, educators, and peers, and managing their hopes and setbacks.

Recommendation: 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 7 similar to School!!
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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 7(3年B組金八先生7)

2004Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipFriendshipJunior High SchoolTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

The seventh season of this long-running series is now airing, marking its 25th year on television. Kimpachi Sakamoto will once again face challenges and issues with the new class. As the year progresses, valuable lessons that cannot be purchased with money will be learned. In the previous season, Sakamoto clashed with Principal Chida regarding teaching methods, resulting in his removal from the Board of Education. However, he has returned to teaching at Sakura Middle School. The school is currently dealing with a rise in youth crime, along with issues such as drug use and sexually transmitted diseases. Kimpachi finds himself back in a chaotic school system, ready to tackle new problems and deliver important messages. Stay tuned for updates on the developments in class 3B over the next six months. (TBS)

Recommendation: Eighteen Color: 18 Sai, Watashi no Iro similar to School!!
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Eighteen Color: 18 Sai, Watashi no Iro(Eighteen Color-18才、私の色。-)

2022Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolMiniseriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

An 18-year-old student in her third year of high school lacks self-assurance and faces challenges in defining her identity amidst external influences. (Beautylabo.jp)

Recommendation: Youth Melody (2011) similar to School!!
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Youth Melody (2011)(青春旋律)

2011China
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Melody depicts a group of recent university graduates navigating their way into adulthood. At the center of the plot is Leo Ku, a mature student with a knack for business. Jiang Meng Jie portrays the female protagonist, a spirited tomboy who supports herself and excels at gaming. Heechul takes on the role of a professional gamer who sets out to win Jiang Meng Jie's heart. Zhou Mi portrays a wealthy and comedic young man determined to prove his worth beyond his family's wealth. Lastly, Yang Yang plays a gentle soul whose talent lies in nail artistry.

Recommendation: Our Youth (2018) similar to School!!
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Our Youth (2018)(我们的青春期)

2018China
DramaFamilyLifeYouthComing Of AgeRomance

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the late 1980s, the focus of the story is on the interactions among five families living in a neighborhood. Situated in a small city in southern China, the community is comprised of individuals spanning various age groups. Within this setting, Gao Xiao Min resides with her three sisters, along with four boys who each possess unique personalities. The parents of these children share moments of concern and joy over the simplest of matters. Gao Xiao Min shoulders the responsibility of her family's financial obligations and her father's lack of employment. Meanwhile, Bao Zi's father navigates through various challenges. The narrative provides a glimpse into the everyday lives of the residents in this special neighborhood.

Recommendation: Sakura (2002) similar to School!!
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Sakura (2002)(さくら)

2002Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAsadoraComedyJunior High SchoolShort Length SeriesTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sakura follows the journey of Matsushita Sakura, a fourth-generation Japanese American woman from Hawaii, who relocates to a quaint town in Gifu, Japan to work as a language teacher for middle school students

Recommendation: Shine on You similar to School!!
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Shine on You(青出於藍)

2004Hong Kong
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterComedyFamily Relationship

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

Due to internal conflicts at work, Ga Jai Choi, a thriving business executive, is appointed as the principal of a struggling school. The school, known as the Samshui Fisherman and Agricultural Workers Union Yin Liang Can Y n Endowment Yin Ding Bao Memorial School-WDPS, is facing the threat of being shut down by the education board due to its poor performance and reputation. The school was established in memory of tycoon Yin Guo Rong by his parents, who are determined to save it from closure. Ga Jai Choi is urged by his competitors to take on the role of headmaster, despite his reluctance to leave his corporate career. Although Ga Jai Choi initially aims to accelerate the school's downfall, he is surprised to see the teachers rallying to protect their jobs in response to his proposed changes. The arrival of passionate young teacher Lam Ying Yun and dedicated educator Wong Yerk Se further complicates Ga's plans. As Lam and Wong inspire their students to strive for success, Ga begins to question his motives and gradually becomes invested in the school's future. Despite Ga's efforts to undermine the school, his policies inadvertently lead to improvements in academic performance and a sense of unity among students, parents, and staff. However, the school's survival remains uncertain. Ga ultimately realizes his genuine care for the school and its students, joining the community in a final plea to prevent its closure.

Recommendation: Kids War: Zaken na yo Season 5 similar to School!!
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Kids War: Zaken na yo Season 5(キッズ・ウォー5 〜ざけんなよ〜)

2003Japan
DramaFamilyLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterBoarding SchoolDeath Of A MotherDeath Of A StepfatherFamily RelationshipSchool RivalryStudent Female Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Family, Life, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 25% similarity match.

The fifth chapter of the "Children's Battle" saga takes place at the prestigious academy "Taiyo Gakuen", where Tomoe and her grandchildren relocate following the tragic passing of Akane's mother, step-father, and half-sister. In this installment, Imai Akane and Konno Tsubasa's destinies are on the brink of intertwining. Akane receives news that her father, Nakanishi, is unwell and must visit him urgently.

Recommendation: We Were Once Children similar to School!!
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We Were Once Children(みんな昔は子供だった)

2005Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChild Supporting CharacterCountryside SettingFriendshipMountain SettingTeacher Female LeadVillage Setting

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

This drama is set in a small branch school located in a mountain village that is at risk of being shut down. The story follows teacher Aiko and her six students as they navigate their daily lives. The genuine and open-hearted nature of the children, along with Aiko's dedication to her students, evokes nostalgic memories of our own childhoods, where even the smallest things brought joy. In a remote area of Japan, a branch school houses only one teacher and one student in its classroom. However, the dynamic shifts when a proposal is made for students to visit the mountain village for a study program. The teacher is taken aback by the lack of prior notice about this plan, while the student is left wondering how this new development will alter his current way of life. Amidst this uncertainty, a reception is organized to welcome the visiting schoolchildren to the village.

Recommendation: The Queen's Classroom similar to School!!
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The Queen's Classroom(여왕의교실)

2013South Korea
Classmates' RelationshipDramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthChild Female LeadChild Male LeadChild Supporting CharacterStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadViolence Against Children

Like School!!, this drama also features Classmates' Relationship, Drama, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Here is an individual who delivers uncomfortable truths to children. Ma Yeo Jin goes beyond that by embodying a domineering and deceitful educator. In her classroom, students are instructed on how to behave in simulated situations that mirror real life. Under Ma's manipulative tactics, her pupils experience fear, endure painful comments, and face betrayal from their peers. However, over time, these students begin to cultivate independence and self-sufficiency. (MBC)

Recommendation: Who Sleeps My Bro (2016) similar to School!!
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Who Sleeps My Bro (2016)(睡在我上舖的兄弟)

2016China
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A SongBromanceFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Male Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

The film depicts a group of college freshmen as they experience the challenges of maintaining friendships, pulling pranks, and falling in love, inspired by a song that explores the theme of friendships drifting apart post-graduation.

Recommendation: Nihonjin no Shiranai Nihongo similar to School!!
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Nihonjin no Shiranai Nihongo(日本人の知らない日本語)

2010Japan
Co-workers' RelationshipPrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyForeigner Supporting CharacterSaleswoman Female LeadSelfless Female LeadSupportive Female LeadTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Co-workers' Relationship, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Featured in magazines, Kano Haruko, a stylish store clerk, aspires to become a high school teacher

Recommendation: Inu wo Kau to Iu Koto similar to School!!
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Inu wo Kau to Iu Koto(犬を飼うということ〜スカイと我が家の180日〜)

2011Japan
Bully Supporting CharacterClassmates' RelationshipDramaLifeStudent Supporting CharacterApartment SettingConstruction Worker Male LeadCynophobiaManager Supporting CharacterStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadSupportive Friend

Like School!!, this drama also features Bully Supporting Character, Classmates' Relationship, Drama, Life, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

The Hongo family, who resides in the vicinity of the Tokyo Skytree, is facing difficulties. Yuji, who abandoned his aspirations in music, is employed in the field of human resources but is hesitant to take any chances. During an economic downturn, he is given the difficult task of letting go of older colleagues, only to find himself being let go as well. Meanwhile, his wife, Sachiko, juggles multiple part-time positions to provide for their two children. When their daughter Mako discovers an abandoned pomeranian puppy named Skytree, it sparks a glimmer of hope and initiates the family's gradual healing process.

Recommendation: Saki ni Umareta Dake no Boku similar to School!!
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Saki ni Umareta Dake no Boku(先に生まれただけの僕)

2017Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyHigh SchoolMiniseriesPrincipal Male LeadSlight RomanceTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

A 35-year-old former high-ranking corporate employee has taken on the role of principal at a private high school that is experiencing challenges with its management.

Recommendation: School 3 similar to School!!
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School 3(학교3)

2000South Korea
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Male Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Students from different residential backgrounds, including affluent neighborhoods, middle-class apartment complexes, and underdeveloped streets, all attend the same school and share the same classroom. At the start of the new semester, a girl named Da In transfers from the countryside to the school. Despite being raised by a single mother, she is known for her cheerful and literary personality. Initially, she faces bullying from her classmates due to her innocence, but is eventually helped by Se Chan, a boy from a wealthy area. Se Chan, who used to be a bully himself, now despises bullying because of a past painful experience. As he assists Da In, he grapples with his feelings, unsure if he helped her out of genuine affection or simply to combat bullying. And so, the story unfolds of Da In navigating the school's social hierarchy in her own optimistic manner.

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Eighteen Year Old Sky(十八岁的天空)

2002China
DramaPrincipal Supporting CharacterSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeacher Female LeadTeacher Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Principal Supporting Character, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Newly appointed as a high school teacher, Gu Yue Tao is dedicated to nurturing the potential of each student in his class. Along the way, he faces obstacles such as his spirited colleague Pei Pei, the challenging student Shi Yan Feng, and parental concerns about his unconventional teaching approach. Despite the diverse academic abilities and personalities of his students, Yue Tao guides them not only academically but also fosters personal connections, encouraging them to broaden their perspectives beyond their youthful limitations.

Recommendation: In Those Hurried Years similar to School!!
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In Those Hurried Years(致匆匆那些年)

2015China
DramaLifeSchool SettingYouthRadio Program Director Male LeadRomanceUniversity

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

One day, Yan Feng, a director at a broadcasting station, comes across a popular book in town. After reading it, he realizes that the plot closely mirrors his own past experience of a romantic relationship during his university days with Xia Xiao yu. Inspired by this discovery, Yan Feng and his team plan to create a program documenting their quest to find the author of the book and to delve deeper into Yan Feng's own personal story.

Recommendation: Innocent Years similar to School!!
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Innocent Years(青谷子)

2021China
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouth1970sWeb Novel AdaptationTeacher Female Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

In 1977, the students of Wafang School were informed that their class would be disbanded due to the teacher's limitations. This caused uproar among the students, leading parents to pressure the principal to find a solution. Principal Wang sought help from the commune, but they were preoccupied with the return of educated youths and could not provide a teacher for Wafang School. Eventually, Principal Wang and Brigade Secretary Jiao enlisted the help of the last remaining female educated youth in the county who had not yet returned to the city. This individual, Fang Ge, arrived at Wafang School and made a significant impact on the students' lives, led by Jiao Building, Wu Zina, and San Fatty.

Recommendation: Eien no Kimi e similar to School!!
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Eien no Kimi e(永遠の君へ)

2004Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthHigh SchoolTeacher Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Asakura Harumi, a music teacher in high school, and Kyoji Hiyama, a manager at a cabaret, initially clashed due to their differing circumstances. However, they eventually found themselves drawn to each other and fell in love. Unbeknownst to them at the time, they were actually half-siblings. Upon learning the truth, Kyoji lashed out in anger and despair, while Harumi sought to be closer to him. Despite the initial harmony, Kyoji's past sins began to affect Harumi's mental health. Unaware of the true extent of the harm he had caused, Kyoji remained by her side as her condition worsened.

Recommendation: Medaka similar to School!!
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Medaka(めだか)

2004Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterNight SchoolTeacher Female LeadTeacher Male Lead

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, Life, School Setting, and Student Supporting Character themes with a 24% similarity match.

Takako Meguro has always dreamed of getting married and leaving her job. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes a teacher at a night school. Initially, she lacks motivation and doesn't take her job seriously. But she soon realizes that teaching at night school is more challenging than she anticipated. The students are a mix of high-school dropouts, businessmen, cabaret girls, and other unique individuals. Many of them are older than Takako, and she even discovers that one of her former elementary school classmates is among the students. Adjusting to her new schedule of working at night and sleeping during the day, Takako finds herself unable to attend social events to meet potential partners. Despite feeling resigned to this new way of life, a particular incident sparks a fire within Takako, leading to a passionate outburst towards her students.

Recommendation: Starlight (2005) similar to School!!
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Starlight (2005)(スターライト)

2005Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDanceDancer Male LeadFriendship

Like School!!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

Tale of camaraderie, challenges, and achievements of aspiring dancers who come together at the renowned "Starlight" dance academy

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Monster Parent(モンスターペアレント)

2008Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipLawLawyer Female Lead

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Monster parents are described as parents who continually make unreasonable requests to their children's school, disrupting its normal operations. Takamura Itsuki, a top lawyer at a prominent law firm, is assigned a case by a school board involving these challenging parents. Through her work on the case, she encounters parents demanding the dismissal of a teacher due to their dialect, pushing for their child to secure a spot on the soccer team, and refusing to pay lunch fees because of taste preferences. Initially hesitant, Itsuki eventually becomes determined to address the issues presented by these "monster parents."

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Shichinin no Teki ga Iru! Mamatachi no PTA Funtouki(七人の敵がいる! 〜ママたちのPTA奮闘記〜)

2012Japan
LifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthElementary SchoolFamily RelationshipFemale Rivalry

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Yoko is a member of a parental organization that oversees the well-being of the elementary school. Due to her strong-willed nature, she may sometimes clash with others, including parents, mothers, husbands, and sons.

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Nana Fushigi(ナナフシギ)

2022Japan
LifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesShort Length SeriesStudent Male Lead

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Tsuyuki, seeking involvement in extracurricular activities, stumbles upon the occult research department's club room by chance. Directed by Kato, the club's leader, he becomes entwined in uncovering the high school's seven mysteries. Fujii, showing empathy towards Tsuyuki, joins the group for unknown reasons, and together they unravel the mysteries one by one. However, Kato harbors a significant secret that remains undisclosed to anyone.

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Shibuya Sensei ga Daitai Oshietekureru(渋谷先生がだいたい教えてくれる)

2022Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthEccentric Male LeadMiniseriesTeacher Male Lead

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Love Is All Around (2004)(사랑을 할꺼야)

2004South Korea
DramaLifeSchool SettingYouthFamily RelationshipFirst LoveRomance

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Everyone experiences their first love, and often, it doesn't conclude on a joyful note. Jin Bo Ra is not exempt from this reality, facing both her first love and a daunting predicament. The man she adores deeply is revealed to be the son of her mother's partner. She never anticipated that her affection would fade away so quickly. Moreover, she failed to fully communicate her feelings. She learned the hard way that if you miss that chance and that moment, love can evaporate like ice cream in the sun.

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Ugly Cake(못난이 송편)

2012South Korea
DramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesSchool BullyingSchool Violence

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A theatrical piece that explores issues related to bullying, violence in schools, and similar topics. (HanCinema)

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We Are Young (2019)(未经安排的青春)

2019China
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthComedyRomanceSmart Male LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

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This narrative follows the journey of young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 as they navigate through life. It explores their pursuit of dreams amidst facing harsh realities, building new relationships while letting go of old ones, and navigating the complexities of love.

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The Examination for Everyone(大考)

2022China
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthDifficult ChildhoodEpidemicFestival SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

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In 2020, just before the Spring Festival, the outbreak of the epidemic drastically altered the lives of high school students, marking the beginning of their ultimate challenge. The sudden epidemic arrived in China at the start of 2020, presenting an unprecedented trial for the high school students in Jinhe County, Anhui Province. Similar to overcoming obstacles during the gaokao (college entrance examination), a sudden flood brought about new obstacles. Through the collaborative efforts of the party, government, and society as a whole, satisfactory results were achieved in this significant test.

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3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei Season 6( 3年B組金八先生 - 6)

2001Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthFamily RelationshipFriendshipJunior High SchoolLGBTQ+Teacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTransgender Supporting CharacterTransphobia

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Tetsuya Takeda returns for his sixth year as a committed middle school teacher in Japan. Sakura Middle School is leading the way by implementing the new student guidance guidelines mandated by the education ministry for next April. Additionally, two new transfer students will be entering the 3-B class, and the school will welcome its first non-Japanese teacher on staff.

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Taiyo to Umi no Kyoshitsu(太陽と海の教室)

2008Japan
DramaLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAbuse Of PowerEmotionally Strong Male LeadMiniseriesSeaside SettingSmart Male LeadTeacher Male LeadTeacher Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

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At a prestigious high school near the ocean, senior students are fully focused on preparing for college entrance exams starting in late summer. One day, a unique teacher named Sakutaro Sakurai joins the school known for its academic rigor. Sakutaro's past is shrouded in mystery, leaving students puzzled by his unconventional methods and direct approach. Despite initial hesitance, Sakutaro persistently offers support and guidance, eventually earning the students' trust. Through his encouragement and wisdom, he teaches them the importance of living in the present moment, a message that gradually resonates with his students.

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Marumo no Okite(マルモのおきて)

2011Japan
Classmates' RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipDramaFamilyStudent Supporting CharacterApartment SettingOffice SettingShop Owner Supporting CharacterStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadSupernaturalSupportive FriendWorkplace Setting

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Takagi Mamoru, a single man in his forties, takes on the responsibility of caring for twins Kaoru and Yuki following the passing of his close friend. The trio's lives take a surprising turn when they welcome Mook, a talking miniature Schnauzer, into their home. Despite Mook's tendency to point out Mamoru's flaws as a guardian, he also becomes a source of protection and guidance for the twins. As time passes, Mamoru grows to appreciate Mook as the glue that keeps their unique family united.

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Our House(Our House)

2016Japan
Classmates' RelationshipDramaFamilyLifeStudent Supporting CharacterBar Owner Supporting CharacterBulimia NervosaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMusician Supporting CharacterPhotographer Female LeadPianist Supporting CharacterSearching For A ParentStudent Female Lead

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Sakurako Ban, a 12-year-old girl, is the second of four siblings. Following the passing of her mother half a year ago, she has been managing all the household tasks by herself. Meanwhile, her father Sota meets Alice Shepherd, an American woman who dreams of being a photographer but is currently working part-time. After a spontaneous decision, Sota and Alice Shepherd tie the knot. Bringing Alice back to Japan, Sota presents her to his children as their new mother. This sudden change angers Sakurako Ban, who attempts to remove her new stepmother from the household.

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Mairunovich(マイルノビッチ)

2021Japan
Classmates' RelationshipDramaSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaCosmetic IndustryFashion IndustryRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterUgly To Attractive

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Kinoshita Mairu, a high school student who lacks popularity, believes she is unattractive and ordinary. Her appearance is altered to that of an attractive girl by Kumada Tenyu, a charming and stylish classmate. As she seeks genuine love, she relies on her inner resilience to undergo a personal transformation. (Information derived from Hulu's official site) Based on the manga "Mairunovich" by Sato Zakuri.

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Bakayarou no Kiss(ばかやろうのキス)

2022Japan
Classmates' RelationshipLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterYouthModel Supporting CharacterRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterTown SettingTransfer Student Female Lead

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Kujo Minato, Miyama Ririna, Irie Yugo, and Osada Keita were a tight-knit group of friends until Ririna had to move to a different junior high school. Now a senior in high school, Minato embarks on a 30-day summer journey with his friends, only to discover that Ririna, his first kiss, is a contestant on a reality show about love.