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Tomorrow's tale unfolds across a period of 8 years, delving into themes of love and friendship. The protagonist, Yuan Cheng Mei, is a high school athlete who sustains an injury during a practice session. It is during this moment of need that a stranger comes to her rescue, setting the stage for the beginning of this story. (DramaWiki)

High school student Yan Ze has a crush on her classmate Ji Xiao, who is known for being the most attractive and intelligent boy in school. Yan Ze, on the other hand, is not considered beautiful, lacks a good figure, and has average grades. Her best friend Gu Xi Ye, who is also her adopted sister, is the complete opposite - beautiful and an excellent student. Yan Ze feels like she will always be overshadowed by Xi Ye. When Yan Ze realizes that Ji Xiao may have feelings for Xi Ye, her negative emotions towards her friend intensify. Transfer student He Xin Liang is able to see through Yan Ze's facade and always manages to lift her spirits with his positive attitude. Xi Ye, however, is secretly in love with Xin Liang and becomes jealous of their growing closeness. Interestingly, Xi Ye has always envied Yan Ze's ability to easily connect with others, as she struggles to fit in due to being perceived as arrogant. Ultimately, both friends secretly wish to possess qualities of the other.

Mayu and Takuma have been friends since they were young children. They find out at the age of 8 that Takuma has a terminal illness and will not live past the age of 20. As they grow up, they develop romantic feelings for each other despite Takuma's efforts to keep Mayu at a distance. Their relationship is tested when new individuals come into their lives, causing both Mayu and Takuma to reconsider their emotions towards each other.

Kasumi "Ai" Aiko is a sporty, boyish girl who is a key member of the basketball team at her school. She is well-liked by the girls and is able to outperform the boys' team, except for one player named Amano Reo, who is equally skilled and popular. Feeling envious of his popularity, Ai declares him as her rival and they have a daily competition to see who receives more love letters, which she always loses. Ai's brother hires her to work at his maid cafe called "Spica" due to a shortage of staff. Despite not fitting the typical image of a maid, she undergoes a transformation with a wig and makeup. One day, Reo visits the cafe with his teammates, causing Ai to panic and accidentally spill drinks on him while trying to avoid being recognized. As she cleans up the mess, Reo surprises her by asking her out on a date. Ai decides to seek revenge by making him fall for her and then breaking his heart. (

Upon completing her freshman year of high school, Yoshioka Futaba reunites with Tanaka Kou, her former crush. They were classmates in middle school before he abruptly switched schools. Now, three years later, he reappears as Mabuchi Kou with a different demeanor - distant and aloof. As Futaba delves into Mabuchi's past, she finds herself developing feelings for him once again.

In an effort to persuade an old acquaintance to stop bothering her, Kim Yeon Do posts a picture of an unfamiliar guy, asserting that he is her boyfriend. Unbeknownst to her, the image she selected features the rebellious student Ji Hyun Ho. As she spends more time with him to rectify the situation, she discovers that individuals have much deeper layers than she initially perceives.

As graduation approaches, a group of high school students comes together to start a band. However, their musical harmony is soon disrupted by romantic entanglements. Yoo Ha Young, the lead singer known for her popular YouTube cover songs, desires to showcase her original music. Yet, both her close friend and guitarist, Lee Ji Hoon, and the older keyboardist Gong Chan Young develop feelings for her. Meanwhile, the bassist Lim Seo Eun and drummer Shim Tae Young also discover a mutual attraction between them.

"I initially intended for us to remain just friends... but I have decided to stop holding back." I find myself living with my childhood friend who has suddenly become bold! My heart races with each passing day as he continues to pursue me relentlessly...!! After starting high school, Hiyori finally achieves her goal of living independently. However, her childhood friend Soushi is already waiting for her at her new apartment. He surprises her with a kiss, leaving Hiyori feeling confused. Is he playing a prank on her? Or is this genuine...? For the first time, she starts to view Soushi, whom she had previously overlooked, as a man. At 15 years old, Hiyori embarks on a new, unconventional chapter of her life living with Soushi! (Manga Updates)

At the age of 17, Minase Akari visited Uki Island for a family trip and developed feelings for Morita Ikumi, the son of the guesthouse owner. They both confessed their love for each other while witnessing a rare meteor shower that occurs every four years. They made a pact to reunite at the same location four years later. However, on the agreed-upon day, Ikumi was nowhere to be found despite Akari's arrival. Instead, Hoshino Aritoshi appeared with a camera. Aritoshi is known for his charm with women, but he is also likable. Akari has had a passion for drawing since childhood and continues to maintain a sketchbook. Although she has secured a job offer from a design company, she struggles to determine the specific type of work she desires. Her childhood friend, Inui Yamato, advises her to take her time and discover her true calling. The question remains: which of the two men will Akari choose? (Jdrama Weblog)

Six young individuals, each with unique traits and diverse histories, come together to reside in a boarding house. Unbeknownst to them, their arrangement as roommates is not a matter of chance; it is orchestrated by the owner. A former bachelor and notorious playboy, the owner has recently learned of a child he fathered, now around 24 years old and born in late summer. Eager to uncover the identity of his offspring, he has gathered these six unfamiliar faces in hopes of finding him or her.

Horie Mana enjoys her job as a sales clerk at Tomiya Corporation and harbors feelings for her coworker Hashii Tsubasa. Despite her shy nature, she finds contentment in admiring him from a distance. When Mana's old classmate, Honda Ai, mentions seeing another classmate, Takato Hino, whom Mana had lost touch with, Mana coincidentally encounters Hino. Learning that Hino is going through a divorce and has nowhere to stay, Mana invites her to live with her.

Freshman Lin Lan enjoys attending Prince of White Horse School due to his affection for a classmate. With the help of a friend's suggestion, Lin Lan agreed to participate in a "beauty challenging the hero" performance, which unfortunately resulted in a real injury and a trip to the hospital. Despite this setback, a romantic relationship blossomed between the two young individuals. Fast forward four years, Lin Lan was on the brink of graduation while struggling to secure employment. In contrast, Lin Lan's partner, Xiao Bei, faced challenges in finding a job due to his humble background. This discrepancy in their situations led to feelings of inadequacy and tension in their relationship. Unable to comprehend Xiao Bei's struggles, Lin Lan and Xiao Bei eventually parted ways.

"22 Flower Road" is an online drama that explores the lives of young individuals as they navigate adulthood by sharing both their possessions and their struggles. It aims to evoke genuine empathy by showcasing the authentic experiences of five young characters. (HanCinema)

Yoshioka Yuiko starts her freshman year in high school. She falls ill with a cold and is confined to bed. During this period, she receives a call from the class president, Matsubara. Yuiko is touched by his gentle tone over the phone. The following day, she attends school and encounters Matsubara in person. He appears as a enigmatic figure, with a paper bag covering his head. Yuiko's high school experience commences with a sense of excitement.

Furuya Towa is a good-looking young man who has always attracted female admirers but has never been in a relationship and remains inexperienced. Determined to find a girlfriend, he sets his sights on the stylish and attractive freshman Misono Miwa. Despite her initial rejection when he asks her out, Towa finds himself falling more and more in love with her as he spends time thinking about her. (ANN)

Miwa, Motoaki, Ritsu, Aoi, and Satoru have been neighbors in the same apartment building for many years and have been friends since childhood. Although they used to play together when they were younger, now as high school students attending the same school, their relationships have evolved. Miwa has developed feelings for Motoaki, but she has not been able to confess her emotions to him. Motoaki remains unaware of Miwa's feelings and considers her only a friend. Aoi, who pretends to be close to Miwa, actually harbors feelings of inferiority and jealousy towards her. Aoi is currently in a relationship with Satoru. In contrast, Ritsu observes the dynamics among the group and chooses to keep his distance from the others.

Takara Shun, a high school student part of a well-liked clique in class, and Taichi Amagi, a modest boy who is quietly popular, discover their feelings for each other. Although they begin a relationship discreetly, being open about it proves challenging.

Oh Ha Ni is an awkward high school girl who develops feelings for the meticulous Baek Seung Jo. Unfortunately, Seung Jo remains apathetic and spurns her affections. When Ha Ni's home is destroyed, she and her father relocate to the residence of his long-time friend. Coincidentally, Seung Jo is the eldest son of this friend, granting Ha Ni the chance to be close to the boy she adores. Will she succeed in winning over Seung Jo's heart?

Tae Kyung, an 18-year-old student, has always been a loner. However, he decides to change that by expressing a desire to make new friends to one of his teachers. The teacher suggests joining the school's student council as a way to meet new people. Tae Kyung agrees, but finds it challenging to connect with others. He meets Shin Woo, the Vice President of the council, who is aloof towards him. On the other hand, he also encounters Da On, the attractive President of the council, who seems to show interest in him. As a potential romance blooms between Da On and Tae Kyung, Shin Woo seems disapproving. Adding to the complexity, Da On's jealous female friend, who has feelings for Da On, tries to come between them.

A romantic drama follows the story of two high school girls who share the same name. As they both start fresh at a new school, they decide to switch identities through a secret agreement. Shin Yi Joon, the popular student at the school, may appear tough but is actually a kind-hearted person who struggles to refuse others.

A high school student lost her parents and had no other family to turn to. To make ends meet, she took a job as a hostess at a cabaret. One day, she encountered her homeroom teacher at the cabaret, which ultimately led to her losing her job. With no other options, she moved in with her teacher. The two made a promise to each other and began living a covert life, resulting in an unconventional lifestyle for both of them.

Right as things were starting to look up for Ji An Lei, a string of unfortunate incidents unfolded

Masaya Funabashi, a troublemaker in high school often referred to as Devil Ma-kun, opts to change his reputation by becoming a member of the Japanese Tea Ceremony Club. This information is sourced from MyAnimeList and is based on the manga "A Bad Boy Drinks Tea!" by Nishimori Hiroyuki.

Following a breakup with her boyfriend, Koyori sought solace at the home of her longtime friend Hijiri. Unexpectedly, she ended up spending the night with him after drowning her sorrows in alcohol. Hijiri confessed his love for her, leaving Koyori conflicted about their long-standing friendship. The situation is delicate as she faces the risk of losing everything if their relationship doesn't work out. Adding to the complexity, her ex-boyfriend expresses a desire to reconcile. Koyori must make a decision before it's too late. (Kodansha.us)

Portrays the heartfelt romance of a cluster of adolescents during the 1980s amidst a shifting societal landscape

Chen Huan Er relocates to a bustling urban area with her parents and forms friendships with Jing Xi Chi and Song Cong during their high school years

Transfer student Jun Woo enters the school burdened by a troubled past, having faced expulsion due to his involvement in bullying

The primary characters in "Searchin' for My Polestar" are a group of 7 friends who first met in college as members of the "Sagittarius" astronomical observation club. While they joined the club as an excuse to spend time at the beach in summer and go skiing in winter, their only real stargazing experience occurred at a summer camp during their senior year. Despite exchanging vows of eternal friendship, their busy schedules over the years have caused them to drift apart. It has now been 3 years since that memorable summer under the stars. Will their friendship continue to weaken, or will they find a way to strengthen their bond once again? (Fuji TV)

This comedic story follows the mayhem, challenges, and camaraderie at a boys' boarding school when a girl disguises herself as a boy and enrolls. Ashiya Mizuki returns to Japan from California, where she grew up, and falls for Sano Izumi, a former high jump star who has given up on the sport. Determined to see him return to his passion, she decides to attend the same high school in disguise! Sporting a new haircut, a flattened chest, and a deeper voice, she moves into Sano's room.

A 14-year-old girl faces challenges in her life, enduring abuse from her parents and bullying from classmates. She lacks a safe space where she can feel at ease. One day, a masked man kidnaps her and gives her the name Sachi, hoping for her happiness. It is the first time Sachi experiences true joy.

Sota Nishino, a handsome high school student, encounters Mai, the younger sister of his friend Yukihiro Nanase. Mai, also a high school student, is described as innocent. Overhearing Sota's comment about her cuteness, Mai listens from her room through the thin wall separating it from her brother's room.

Is it possible for these 8 young men to conquer their apprehension of conversing with females?

The plot of Ciguatera revolves around Ogino, a high school student who faces bullying alongside his friend Takai. Their shared interest in motorcycles becomes a source of hope and excitement in their otherwise dreary lives. As they secretly learn to ride at a driving school, Ogino's life takes a dramatic turn. The manga explores the lives of various characters as they navigate high school and adulthood, depicting their challenges, successes, aspirations, relationships, and experiences of love and loss. (MyAnimeList)

The narrative revolves around the romantic journey that begins when Cho A Ra, a high school girl who has chosen to forgo dating due to her disbelief in love, encounters U Hyeok. Yun Gun appears to be aloof on the surface, yet he is a true romantic at heart, devoted solely to one individual. (Soompi)

The narrative focuses on students enrolled in a specialized high school who are pursuing their goals instead of pursuing higher education. It will explore how these students navigate love, friendship, genuine passions, and maturing in a challenging setting. Kong Gi Jun is a diligent student juggling work and academics, having lost his childhood dream of taekwondo due to an injury. Jung Yeong Ju is a new student with a mysterious background and a previous connection to Kong Gi Jun. Jin Ji Won, a self-assured high schooler with a clear ambition, confidently expresses her views despite disagreements with her mother about college. Kang Seo Yeong is a talented student independently preparing for university entrance exams with the goal of attending one of Korea's top five universities. Lee Gang Hun is a teacher who values a healthy work-life balance and evolves alongside his students. Koo Mi Hui serves as the school's chairperson. Lee Jae Hui, a reserved individual, strives to instigate numerous changes. Lee Jae Hyeok, Lee Jae Hui's sibling, contrasts with Jae Hui as the one receiving support from the foundation.

Dream High narrates the journey of six students at Kirin Art High School as they strive to fulfill their aspirations of becoming stars in the Korean music scene. Go Hye Mi, a classical music major, is forced to abandon her dream when she enrolls at Kirin Art High School to help settle her father's debts. To gain conditional admission, she must recruit two other students to join her at the school. These students are Song Sam Dong, a country boy, and Jin Guk, whom she encounters by chance while trying to escape from a loan shark. Yoon Baek Hee, once Hye Mi’s loyal friend, turns into her competitor at school after Hye Mi betrays her during an audition for admission.

Reporter Wen Yi Fan visited a bar called Overtime to meet her close friend, Zhong Si Qiao. During her time at the bar, she encountered Sang Yan, a department manager and part-owner of Overtime. Sang Yan happened to be Yi Fan's former classmate and someone she had feelings for in high school. Despite recognizing each other, both pretended not to know one another. After a series of events, they unintentionally became roommates and were given a second chance at their relationship.

Following Domyoji's departure to New York, Makino confesses her feelings to him but then avoids him for a whole year. With the help of Rui and the other F4 members, they arrange a trip to New York during the Christmas holidays to reunite Makino with Domyoji. However, upon meeting him again, they find that Domyoji has changed drastically. Subsequently, they return to Japan. Later on, Domyoji's mother reveals that they will be coming back to Japan and throws an extravagant birthday party for Domyoji, where an important announcement is made. Domyoji is now engaged to Shigeru, a wealthy heiress, just like in the first season, but this time the wedding is set to happen soon. How will Makino react to this news? Meanwhile, Rui starts developing feelings for Makino, setting the stage for a potential love square.

Following a devastating earthquake that destroys Xiang Qin's home, she and her father are forced to move in with her father's old college friend's family. Surprisingly, Xiang Qin finds her new aunt and uncle to be kind and friendly, despite the fact that their son is her aloof and intelligent classmate, Jiang Zhi Shu. Zhi Shu, who has an IQ of 200, had previously rejected Xiang Qin's romantic advances. Will living in such close quarters provide Xiang Qin with an opportunity to win Zhi Shu's heart? Or will his cold demeanor ultimately extinguish her love for him? This story is adapted from the manga "Itazura na Kiss" by Tada Kaoru, with two versions available: a 20-episode Taiwanese version and a 30-episode Chinese version.

Shunichi Minami is a handsome and academically successful high school student, while Chiyomi Horikiri is a talented dancer with a bright personality. They were childhood friends and each other's first loves, but drifted apart after Shunichi's father disappeared. One stormy night, Chiyomi argues with her parents about her future plans and decides to leave home. Seeking shelter from the rain, she suddenly wishes to return to her childhood and magically shrinks to 15 cm in height. When Shunichi stumbles upon tiny Chiyomi, she asks him to keep her size a secret and he takes her to his house.

Otori Keisuke is a student at a prestigious high school that enforces a strict environment focused solely on academics. The school prohibits all forms of entertainment, including romantic relationships. Any student caught dating will face expulsion. Despite this rule, Otori Keisuke meets a girl and experiences love for the first time. Determined not to abandon his newfound feelings, he challenges the school's policy on dating. Initially opposed by his friends at the school, they eventually come to admire his sincerity.

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

The show focuses on affluent individuals in their twenties living in China

This marks yet another season of the Nonstop sitcom, which portrays the daily experiences of students residing in a dormitory.

Ando Mai, an 18-year-old high school student, has always been popular among the boys at her school. Unfortunately, this has also made her a target of jealousy and bullying from her female peers. To overcome the trauma she has experienced, Mai decides to enter the "Hostess Grand Prix" competition in hopes of being crowned the top kyabakura hostess and winning the grand prize of 300,000,000 yen.

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

In the winter, Yuichi was hospitalized for hepatitis and would occasionally attempt to escape, only to be stopped by a nurse. One day, he met Rika, a girl his age in a neighboring building. Despite being initially drawn to her beauty, he discovered she was selfish. As he got to know her, he realized her behavior was due to a terminal illness, which made him develop feelings for her.

From a young age, Ruan Shi Zhi has always been a target for bullies. Now, at 18, he is determined to leave his troubled past behind and start fresh. However, as soon as he enters his summer class, he is faced with a group of classmates he usually tries to avoid. Just as he considers leaving, a girl who seems to radiate kindness enters the room. He is instantly smitten with her and decides to toughen up in order to win her heart. To survive in this challenging environment, he knows he must change himself and overcome any obstacles in his way.

In the upcoming season, we will explore the narratives of four couples who are at the initial stages of recognizing their emotions. However, as time progresses, they encounter conflicts of interest that result in legal disputes and a deterioration of their relationships, prompting them to reconsider their choices in an effort to maintain their love. Viewers may find reflections of their own past or current relationships within any of these couples. The show will illustrate how each partner views the situation.

Ogawa Akira, a student who has not passed the medical school entrance exams twice, is now attempting it for a third time. His parents, who both desire for him to attend medical school, are both doctors. One day, he meets the attractive hostess Kyoko and falls in love with her instantly. As a result, he joins the Ikebukuro nightclub where Kyoko works as the top hostess, taking on a role as a black-suited staff member. Akira, who is inexperienced and innocent, begins to understand the challenges of nightlife and undergoes a transformation.