Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi - Asian drama recommendation
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Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi(書店員ミチルの身の上話)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathInfidelityInvestigationJealousyLottery Winner Female LeadMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThriller

The plot centers on Michiru, a bookstore employee who wins the 200,000,000 Yen (equivalent to 2.5 million USD) lottery by chance. As a result, she becomes entangled in unforeseen acts of betrayal and murder.

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Shotenin Michiru No Minoue Banashi

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Shotai(正体)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerPrisoner Male Lead

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 57% similarity match.

Kaburagi Keiichi was taken into custody on suspicion of murder and given the death penalty. He managed to escape from prison during transport, but instead of fleeing, he helped the individuals he encountered in his hiding spot. As these individuals discovered Kaburagi's identity as a death row escapee, they questioned whether he was truly a killer.

Recommendation: Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Mottomo Tooi Ginga SP(最も遠い銀河)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 57% similarity match.

Detective Seiichiro Watari from the Otaru Police Precinct in Hokkaido is retiring soon with unresolved business from seven years ago. The unidentified skeleton of a woman was discovered in the sea of Otaru, halting the investigation. Watari is determined to identify her before leaving the precinct. Three years after retirement, he stumbles upon a clue that could solve the case, despite his limited life expectancy. With the help of detective Kaoru Saotome, he begins reinvestigating, much to the dismay of his wife Suzuko. They travel to Tokyo to meet a jewelry designer who provided a clue, but she has mysteriously disappeared. Watari's obsession with the case stems from the tragic drowning of his daughter Kozue 20 years ago. As he delves deeper, he encounters architect Haruyuki Kiryu, whose connection to the case remains unclear. Kiryu is determined to succeed in his company, even as he becomes involved with Akane Seike, the president's daughter who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased girlfriend. Their entangled fates lead to a dangerous pursuit of ambition and truth.

Recommendation: Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Onna no Naka ni Iru Tanin(女の中にいる他人)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerFamily

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 57% similarity match.

Tanuma Yuriko is a homemaker residing with her spouse Kazuo, their two kids, and mother-in-law Hatsue. When Saori, the spouse of Kazuo's friend Kusumoto Masafumi, is found murdered, Kazuo admits to having an affair with her. Yuriko suspects him of being responsible for Saori's death. Despite Kazuo's attempt to turn himself in to the authorities, Yuriko stops him, choosing to conceal his crime to maintain their family's tranquility. As Yuriko grapples with the situation, a newfound determination to protect her family emerges within her.

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Kyokugen Suiri Coliseum(極限推理コロシアム)

2004Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDeath GameGame

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 53% similarity match.

Upon awakening in a mysterious building, seven individuals are informed via computer that a murderer is among them. They must determine the killer's identity to avoid being the next victim. Meanwhile, another group of seven is locked away in a separate location with a hidden killer of their own. The computer sets the rules for the game: correctly guess the killers in both groups to win 10 million yen and freedom. However, guessing incorrectly results in execution, being murdered before guessing leads to failure, and unforeseen events can halt the game. If the other group identifies the killers first, everyone will be killed. Can they uncover the killer in time and trust the information provided by the other group? Survival hinges on their ability to work together and solve the deadly mystery.

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Aku no Hado(悪の波動 殺人分析班スピンオフ)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodHidden IdentityOrphan Male LeadViolence Against Animals

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 53% similarity match.

In Kawasaki City in 2014, a series of murders targeting women occurs where the victims are found killed in a manner resembling hanging. These incidents are referred to as the "Hanging Murders" by the public. The police face challenges in their investigation as they lack any clues about the perpetrator. Detective Iguchi of the First Investigation Division suspects a man named Nogi Naoya of committing these crimes out of pleasure. Nogi goes to great lengths to conceal his true identity, covering his tracks in public and living in a secretive manner. Unbeknownst to many, Nogi is actually Yaginuma Masato, who was previously a victim in the well-known Akishima mother and son kidnapping case. His interactions with his neighbor Yoshika raise questions about his true intentions.

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Dareka ga Kono Machi de(誰かがこの町で)

2024Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDeath Of A DaughterKidnappingVillage Setting

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Masaki Yuichi is employed as a detective at a legal office. Previously, he served as a personal assistant to a government official, but he struggled with his participation in an illicit fund and coped with the tragic loss of his daughter. His daughter's passing inflicted a profound emotional wound and remorse upon him, which he has yet to overcome. One day, a young woman named Mochizuki Maki seeks assistance from the law firm to locate her relatives. Maki was separated from her parents as a baby and was raised in an orphanage. Together, Yuichi and Maki travel to the town where she lived with her family in the past. They discover that the town had a history of a boy being abducted and killed. Could this incident be connected to the disappearance of Maki Mochizuki's family?

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Naomi and Kanako(ナオミとカナコ)

2016Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDomestic ViolenceFriendshipSismance

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Oda Naomi had dreams of working as a curator in an art gallery, but she currently holds a position at a department store where she caters to VIP clients. Despite her job, she is dissatisfied with her current situation. One day, her college friend, Hattori Kanako, pays her a visit at her apartment and reveals that she is being physically abused by her husband, Tatsuro, who is a high-ranking employee at a bank. Kanako is hesitant to leave her husband out of fear for her life, as he becomes violent when under stress. When Naomi spots a Chinese stowaway who bears a striking resemblance to Kanako's husband, she devises a plan to eliminate him. With Kanako's cooperation, they put their plan into action.

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Black Postman(ブラックポストマン)

2023Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerSerial Killings

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

Recommendation: Tobosha (2004) similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Tobosha (2004)(逃亡者)

2004Japan
DeathInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerCrime

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Tetsuo Nagai works as a probation officer, helping to reform young offenders and guide them towards a better path. He leads a content life with his wife and son until tragedy strikes. His wife is murdered and his son is severely injured in an attack, leaving Nagai to grapple with the assailant who ultimately escapes. Nagai rushes his son to his father-in-law's hospital, only for his son to be targeted again and left in a coma. As police detectives investigate, Nagai becomes a prime suspect due to mounting evidence against him. Feeling cornered, he decides to go on the run in a desperate attempt to clear his name and uncover the true culprit, all while his son fights for his life in the hospital.

Recommendation: Shinhannin similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Shinhannin(真犯人)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThriller1980sDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

In 2008, there was a tragic incident involving the death of Sudo Isao, a dealer of pre-owned cars, in Shizuoka Prefecture. Detective Kusaka Satoru, working at Susuno Precinct of the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, begins investigating Sudo's background. Through his investigation, Kusaka discovers that Sudo had a son named Obata Mamoru from a previous marriage, who was tragically killed in a kidnapping case in Shizuoka back in 1974. In 1988, a special task force was established by the Shizuoka Prefectural Police, led by police chief Hashibami Yasuhide, just before the statute of limitations on the kidnapping case expired. Shigeto Seiichiro, a non-career officer who had risen to the position of superintendent, was appointed as the director of this task force, which consisted of six skilled detectives, to re-investigate the case. Kusaka is puzzled as to why Sudo, who had been living in Tokyo for over two decades following his son's death, was murdered in Shizuoka Prefecture. He believes that revisiting the kidnapping and murder of Sudo's son will bring clarity to the current case. Kusaka seeks help from Shigeto, who had left the police force long ago, and together they reach out to Mamoru's mother, Saeko, and her sister, Rie, as they get closer to uncovering the true culprit.

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Yoru ga Dorehodo Kurakutemo(夜がどれほど暗くても)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaJournalist Male LeadSuicide

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 50% similarity match.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerDramaFamilyRomanceSecret

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Saijo Kinuka, a homemaker, resides in a Western-style house in Kamakura with her husband and two teenage children after inheriting it from her late father-in-law. She fulfills her dream of opening a flower arrangement school in the salon of her new home. However, her past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, Seno Itsuki, unexpectedly shows up at her housewarming party. Strange occurrences begin to unfold in the household, such as missing food and clothing, as it is revealed that Seno has been secretly living in the attic. This leads to the unraveling of hidden secrets among those close to Kinuka, ultimately impacting her mental state. The situation escalates when a murder occurs, drastically altering her fate.

Recommendation: Chou no Rikigaku similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Chou no Rikigaku(蝶の力学 殺人分析班)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDetective FictionFather-Daughter RelationshipSerial Killings

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Detective Kisaragi Toko works in Investigation 1 Section 11 of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, under the supervision of Detective Hideaki Takano. Hideaki Takano is preparing to transfer to the Public Security Bureau in a week. Meanwhile, a murder occurs where a wealthy man is discovered dead in his residence with his throat slit and a blue flower inserted in the wound. The victim's wife, Mayumi, is also missing. A message from an individual claiming to be the killer, named Kurasuta 16, is sent to a newspaper, hinting at Mayumi's whereabouts. With the imminent transfer of Detective Hideaki Takano, Toko Kisaragi feels an increased sense of urgency and responsibility to solve the case.

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Gui An(诡案)

2015China
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Officer Male LeadWriter Male Lead

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Former police officer turned mystery author, Han Bing, discovered a disturbing pattern as his high school classmates began to die in the same manner as the characters in his novels. With suspicions mounting, Han Bing delved deeper into uncovering the dark secrets lurking behind the scenes.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 20(科捜研の女 Season 20)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerForensic ScienceMedical

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

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Renzoku Satsujinki Kaeru Otoko(連続殺人鬼カエル男)

2020Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerIllnessSerial Killings

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

The lifeless body of a woman is discovered wrapped in a beige sheet and suspended from the roof of a dilapidated apartment building. A note claiming responsibility for the act is attached to the sheet, stating, "Today, I caught a frog and experimented with a bagworm." This peculiar incident captures the attention of the media. Kotegawa Kazuya, a rookie detective, and the experienced Watase from the Saitama Prefectural Police's First Investigation Division are assigned to the case. Criminal psychiatry expert Omaezaki Munetaka notes the immaturity of the crime and suggests it may lead to more murders. As Kotegawa and Watase search for the perpetrator, another killing occurs, with a mutilated body found in a car trunk at a scrapyard. A similar message is left behind, instilling fear and confusion among the public. Can Kotegawa and Watase uncover the identity of the elusive "Frog Man" and bring him to justice?

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Bluetick(已讀不回)

2018Hong Kong
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCo-producedFuneral

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

Join the suspenseful journey of ten strangers at a funeral who are entangled in a web of mystery and danger

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Rakuen(楽園)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalKidnappingSupernatural

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, and Psychological themes with a 47% similarity match.

A widely discussed event has taken place in Japan involving the Doizaki couple who murdered their 15-year-old daughter and concealed her body beneath their home for 16 years. One day, Toshiko Hagitani, a homemaker, visits Shigeko Maehata, an employee at a small publishing company, to share her suspicion that her 12-year-old son Hitoshi may possess a unique ability to see the memories of others. Toshiko shows Shigeko a drawing created by Hitoshi depicting a girl with a pale face lying in a house topped with a bat-shaped weather vane, resembling the Doizaki couple case. Intrigued, Shigeko decides to investigate further, but tragically, Hitoshi passes away in a car accident. Meanwhile, the Doizaki couple's lawyer informs their daughter Seiko that they have severed all ties with her. Concurrently, a female high school student is reported missing.

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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaRevenge

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

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Keiji Yoshinaga Seiichi: Namida no Jikenbo(刑事吉永誠一 涙の事件簿)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Yoshinaga Seiichi works as a detective at the Kanagawa-ken Police Department, where his dedication to his work extends beyond solving crime cases to assisting those in need. Joining him as his new colleague is Kagami Shinichi, and their first assignment together involves investigating the discovery of a deceased woman in a basement carpark.

Recommendation: Schrodinger's Cat similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Schrodinger's Cat(薛丁格的貓)

2018Taiwan
InvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThriller

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mofuku no Rendezvous similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Mofuku no Rendezvous(喪服のランデヴー)

2000Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Derived from the book "Rendezvous in Black" written by Cornell Woolrich.

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Koroshita Otto ga Kaette Kimashita(殺した夫が帰ってきました)

2025Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 46% similarity match.

Suzukura Mana is an aspiring fashion designer working at an apparel company. She has diligently served as an assistant and is on the verge of realizing her dream of debuting as a designer. However, Mana harbors a dark secret that she cannot share with anyone: she killed her husband, who subjected her to daily abuse, to secure the tranquil life she currently enjoys. Suddenly, her supposedly dead husband reappears before her, devoid of any memory of the past, and they find themselves living together. As Mana spends time with her "deceased husband," she discovers a gentler side of him that she had never experienced before. Yet, a startling revelation soon comes to light.

Recommendation: Warui Yatsura (2007) similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Warui Yatsura (2007)(わるいやつら)

2007Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCriminal Female LeadMedicalNurse Female LeadStalker Female LeadStalking

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

A nurse transforms into a stalker and killer. The drama takes a different approach by introducing a nurse infatuated with a doctor at the beginning, then unfolds as her life unravels. This adaptation is inspired by Matsumoto Seicho's novel, "Warui Yatsura."

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The Quiz Show Season 2(ザ・クイズショウ 2)

2009Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaDifficult AdulthoodGameLifeRevenge

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kamiyama Satoru is the presenter of a live television quiz program where participants can win 10 million yen by answering 7 questions correctly. If they manage to answer 8 questions correctly, the TV network will grant one of their wishes. However, the questions become increasingly personal and delve into the contestants' past misdeeds as the game progresses. This puts the contestants in a difficult position of needing to confess their guilt to win. Satoru himself has a mysterious background - a previous accident left him in a vegetative state for six years, causing him to lose most of his memories before he became the show's host. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Repeat similar to Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi
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Repeat(リピート〜運命を変える10か月〜)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceSci-FiTime ManipulationTime Travel

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Shinozaki Ayumi receives an unexpected phone call warning her of an upcoming earthquake in one hour. Initially dismissing it as a prank, she later experiences the predicted earthquake. The caller, Kazama, explains that he can foresee the future due to a unique form of time travel he calls "Repeat." Ayumi, along with Mori Keisuke and Tendo Taro, is invited by Kazama to take part in Repeat. As they revisit past regrets, the group faces unforeseen challenges, leading Ayumi and Mori to develop a close bond. This story is inspired by the novel "Repeat" by Inui Kurumi.

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Ishi no Mayu(石の繭 殺人分析班)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipRevenge

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Toko Kisaragi, a fresh addition to the female detective team, recently joined the 11th Section of the 1st Investigation Division at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, fulfilling her desire to follow in her father's footsteps. A murder case was reported on March 9, with the victim's body discovered encased in cement. The following day, the perpetrator, who goes by the name Toremi, boldly contacts the police department. Kisaragi is appointed as Toremi's point of contact, as he continues to disrupt the investigation by providing details about his crimes. Toremi eventually leads the police to another crime scene where another victim's body is found cemented.

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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaPolice Officer Male LeadRevenge

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Detective Shibasaki Sachio's daughter, who was a member of the First Investigation Division, is tragically murdered. Together with Kawasumi Shigekatsu, a young detective who looks up to Shibasaki as a mentor, they try to uncover the truth behind the heinous crime. Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved. Fast forward 15 years, Shibasaki is now retired and caring for his sick wife, Miwako. Things take a turn when a new unit is formed to reinvestigate cold cases, with Kawasumi joining the team. As they revisit the case, a suspect emerges, leading Shibasaki to seek justice on his own. A fateful phone call sets off a chain of events that ultimately lands him in a difficult situation. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

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The Killer's Shopping List(살인자의 쇼핑목록)

2022South Korea
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerComedyInvestigator Female LeadPolice Officer Female LeadSmart Male LeadViolence Against Children

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Despite his impressive memory, Ahn Dae Sung has not been successful in passing the civil service exam for three consecutive years. However, with the unwavering support from his mother, Myung Sook, and girlfriend, Ah Hee, he remains determined to succeed. One day, while working at his mother's convenience store, Dae Sung's life takes a drastic turn when a murder occurs nearby. Ah Hee, who is a police officer, decides to investigate the case independently and uncovers a receipt from Myung Sook's store at the crime scene, implicating them in the investigation. Without any solid leads, the trio is committed to solving the case. But how will they be able to catch the killer when even the professionals are at a loss?

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Why Try to Change Me Now(平原上的摩西)

2023China
Novel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThriller1990sDramaFriendshipPolice Officer Male LeadSlow Burn Story

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Located in the gritty industrial region of northeastern China, this story follows a young police officer as he delves into the investigation of a taxi driver's murder. As he uncovers clues, he realizes that a childhood friend may have a connection to the crime. Unraveling the mystery layer by layer, he exposes a past that was buried 12 years ago. This storyline is based on the novel "Moses on the Plain" by Shuang Xue Tao.

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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerHeiress LeadLawyer Male LeadRomance

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Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 2(科捜研の女 2)

2000Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceMedical

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With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods of analyzing evidence and identifying suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Mariko Sakaki, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges such as stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.

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Silent Voice Season 2(サイレント・ヴォイス 行動心理捜査官・楯岡絵麻 2)

2020Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerInterrogator Female LeadPsychologySmart Female Lead

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Tateoka Ema is an expert in interrogation, utilizing behavioral psychology to elicit confessions from suspects with a perfect track record. Through careful observation of micro-expressions, she is able to quickly identify deception in suspects. Her targeted suspects inevitably end up confessing under her scrutiny. (Jdrama Weblog)

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Silent Voice(サイレント・ヴォイス 行動心理捜査官・楯岡絵麻)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerPolice Department SettingPolice Sergeant Female LeadPsychology

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Individuals deceive using language through their cerebral neocortex. However, just before they speak, the limbic system's mental reflexes become visible. Tateoka Ema, a police sergeant in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's First Investigative Division, possesses the ability to uncover suspects' lies by observing their micro-gestures, which last for only 0.2 seconds. Known as "Enma-sama" (King of Hades) by her peers, she prides herself on a 100% success rate in extracting confessions through the application of behavioral psychology. Despite her expertise in detecting falsehoods, unraveling the complete truth is not always a straightforward task for her. Ema also identifies as a "forever 28" individual who is on the lookout for the ideal life partner.

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The Uzukawa Village Incident(鵜頭川村事件)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDisasterDoctor Male LeadVillage Setting

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The doctor Iwamori Akira's wife Hitomi has disappeared, prompting him to travel to her hometown of Uzukawa Village with their daughter Aiko in search of her. As they stay in the village, a heavy rainstorm isolates the area and a young individual is murdered. Tensions rise within the village as a power struggle within a prominent family and the growing divide between the youth and adults come to a head. The village faces a looming crisis as distrust and unease spread. Can Iwamori reconcile with his family and confront his own past amidst the escalating turmoil? (Wowow/Jdramaswordpress)

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The Appearance of the Murderer(凶手的样子)

2024China
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerWeb Series

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Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

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Brutally Young(十八年後的終極告白)

2020Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerCrime

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Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

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Yokoyama Hideo Suspense Season 2(横山秀夫サスペンス 第2弾)

2011Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAnthology

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The television series consists of four episodes, each adapted from short stories written by mystery author Yokoyama Hideo. Every episode features a unique murder mystery plot. The episodes are titled as follows: Episode 1 - Overdo / Fukaoi, Episode 2 - Takeover / Hikitsugi, Episode 3 - Lockout / Shimedashi, and Episode 4 - Revenge / Shikaeshi.

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Hitorishizuka(ヒトリシズカ)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryDrama

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In a neighborhood, a man is killed by an intruder who entered his apartment unlawfully. Sergeant Kizaki, who is on duty nearby, hears a gunshot and rushes to the building. Detective Omura is already present at the crime scene. As they investigate, they make progress in identifying the perpetrator. Sergeant Kizaki begins to suspect that someone else is involved in the case. Suddenly, a young woman emerges from the darkness. Sergeant Kizaki senses a connection between her and the murders.

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Tsui no Sumika(終の棲家)

2014Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerReporter Female Lead

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After earning her MBA from a university in the United States, Asakura Tomoko joined the local news team at a newspaper in Tokyo as a new reporter. Despite her proficiency in numbers, she lacks interest in empathizing with her interviewees. Her superiors perceive her as arrogant and inadequate due to her lack of humility. To change this perception, Tomoko decides to cover a story on home nursing care, drawing inspiration from her memories of her grandfather. However, she is taken aback by the harsh realities she encounters and uncovers a series of mysterious deaths among elderly individuals under such care.

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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

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Amidst a dispute between the public relations office of D Prefectural Police and the correspondents club regarding the anonymity of perpetrators, it has been decided that a director from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department will visit the family of the victim in a significant unsolved case from 1989, just a week before the statute of limitations expires. The case involves the kidnapping and murder of Shoko-chan, which remains the most heinous crime in the history of D Prefectural Police. The family of the victim has declined the director's offer to extend condolences. A strict confidentiality order has been issued for all individuals involved in the case, including the investigators from that time. This has created a barrier between the Criminal Investigations Department and the Police Affairs Department. Additionally, a mysterious memo has surfaced, followed by a new kidnapping that bears a striking resemblance to the 1989 case just before the director's scheduled visit.

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Jung Yak Yong(조선추리활극 정약용)

2009South Korea
DeathInfidelityInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysteryHistorical

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A renowned academic from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) is reincarnated as a captivating detective in OCN's "Jeong Yak Yong." This eight-part mini-series aims to engage enthusiasts of crime films and dramas with its vibrant characters set against a historical backdrop. "There are many alarming events occurring in our world today, and I wanted to illustrate them using traditional figures within a classic setting," director Kim Hong-sun stated during a press conference on Monday in central Seoul. Jeong (1762-1836) was not only a distinguished scholar but also a strong advocate for practical education. He served as a royal commissioner and authored numerous case reports throughout his career. Each 45-minute episode will delve into various mysteries, including theft, infidelity, and even homicide, featuring the charming Park Jae Jeong in the role of the clever and energetic Jeong, often referred to as the "Sherlock Holmes of the Joseon Era."

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Yokoyama Hideo Suspense(横山秀夫サスペンス 第1弾)

2010Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerAnthology

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Four episodes are inspired by short stories from mystery writer Yokoyama Hideo. Each episode features a unique murder mystery. The episodes are titled: 1. "18th Hole" (18 ), 2. "Misinformation" (Goho ), 3. "Autobiography" (Jiden ), and 4. "Someone Else's House" (Tanin no Ie ).

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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerDrama

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Rinka Umezawa, a homemaker, seeks out small joys in life. Her husband, Masabumi, is committed to supporting her. The couple does not have any children. Rinka decides to take on a part-time job at a bank, where she visits clients' homes and occasionally assists them with household tasks, earning their trust. During one visit to client Kojo Hirabayashi's home, she encounters his grandson Kota, who asks for money. This interaction has a profound impact on Rinka. Subsequently, she steals one hundred million yen from the bank and disappears. Two years later, Rinka's former classmates Yuko Okazaki and Aki Nakaji uncover her embezzlement scheme and confront their own inner demons.

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Go-nin no Junko(5人のジュンコ)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySuspenseThrillerCrime

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Satake Junko was recently taken into custody as the primary suspect in a series of murders involving five men. This development has garnered significant attention in various media outlets and talk shows. Journalist Tanabe Junko decided to delve into the case in hopes of uncovering a big story. She reached out to Shinoda Junko, a former classmate of Satake, who claimed to be close to her. Shinoda invited Tanabe to her office for a discussion. On the other hand, Fukutome Junko, a former colleague of Tanabe who saw her on TV, contacted her and invited her over to her house. When Tanabe visited, she was hoping for information related to the case, but instead, Fukutome, now a homemaker, talked about issues regarding the hierarchy in her company's housing complex. Subsequently, a man contacted Tanabe claiming to have been a potential victim of Satake. This man happened to be the son of another woman named Junko. As these women, from different walks of life and unrelated to the murders, found themselves connected solely by their shared first name, they unwittingly became entangled in a web of deceit and hostility. Derived from Mari Yukiko's novel "5-nin no Junko."

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Boku no Yabai Tsuma(僕のヤバイ妻)

2016Japan
DeathInfidelityInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerAttempted SuicideDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadKidnappingRevengeSmart Female Lead

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Infidelity, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Mochizuki Kohei, who is wedded to the lovely and talented Maria, appears to have everything - a thriving café and a flawless marriage. But feeling overwhelmed by her, he conspires with his mistress, Kitasato Anna, to orchestrate her demise. Just as he is about to carry out his plan, Maria is abducted, leading to Kohei becoming the prime suspect in the investigation. As the situation unfolds, Maria's hidden secrets come to light, exposing a side of her that Kohei was unaware of.

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Watashi Danna o Shea Shiteta(わたし旦那をシェアしてた)

2019Japan
DeathInfidelityInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerActionDramaFamilyFamily SecretFriendshipRomance

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Infidelity, Investigation, Miniseries, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Harumi Morishita cohabitates with her partner, Kyohei Amaya, without having officially legalized their union. When she receives a call from the authorities informing her of Kyohei's passing, she rushes to the hospital where he was taken. At the hospital, Harumi encounters Kanako Ogura and Akane Fujimiya, both of whom claim to be married to Kyohei despite not having registered their marriages, much like Harumi. Kyohei left behind a will that leads Harumi, Kanako, and Akane to a shared residence for single mothers, stating that he will bequeath 300 million yen to the sole wife he loved.

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MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa(MOZU Season 2 ~幻の翼)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerActionCrimeDramaEspionageRevengeSkilled Killer

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

Revenge can be a risky driving force. Mozu, a professional killer, comes back to Japan posing as a spy from North Korea in order to seek vengeance. Kuraki Naotake, Osugi Ryota, and Akeboshi Misa join forces once more to probe into a political plot aimed at concealing a massacre at a hospital. The connection between the lethal assassin and this case remains a mystery.

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Byakuyako(白夜行)

2006Japan
Novel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalSuspenseThrillerDifficult AdulthoodMatricidePatricideRomanceSchool ViolenceSexual Violence

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Childhood Friends Relationship, Investigation, Murder, Mystery, Psychological, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

After discovering that his father's inappropriate behavior was directed towards his childhood sweetheart, Yukiho, Ryoji decides to take matters into his own hands and ends his father's life. Shockingly, Yukiho reveals that her mother had coerced her into tolerating the abuse due to their financial struggles. Yukiho later enacts a plan to fake the deaths of her mother and herself as a form of retaliation. Over the past 14 years, Ryoji and Yukiho have been grappling with their forbidden love, navigating the challenges of keeping their past hidden and outlasting any legal repercussions. Ryoji delves into the criminal underworld to provide for Yukiho and safeguard her future.

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Kasouken no Onna Season 3(科捜研の女 3)

2001Japan
DeathInvestigationMiniseriesMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Supporting CharacterForensic Medical Examiner Female LeadForensic ScienceMedical

Like Shotenin Michiru no Minoue Banashi, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Miniseries, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

With the rise of advanced criminals and intricate crimes, law enforcement is required to utilize faster and more advanced methods to analyze evidence and identify potential suspects. This is where forensic laboratories play a crucial role. Mariko Sakaki, a skilled forensic scientist, faces challenges in overcoming stereotypes and negative remarks from experienced detectives.