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Sugarless(シュガーレス)

2012Japan
ActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaGangHigh SchoolMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth

At Kujima High School, the rule known as the Windmill dictates a competitive environment where male students fight fiercely to climb to the top. Shiba Gaku, a first-year student, is constantly engaged in battles to achieve this goal. (

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Recommendation: Drop (2023) similar to Sugarless
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Drop (2023)(ドロップ)

2023Japan
ActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthJunior High SchoolMiniseriesTransfer Student Male Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Delinquent Male Lead, Delinquent Supporting Character, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 65% similarity match.

The narrative follows a 15-year-old student in junior high school named Hiroshi. He decides to switch from a private school to a public one with the intention of imitating the troublemakers in his comic books. Upon his arrival, he is confronted by the school's most infamous troublemaker, Iguchi Tatsuya, and is ultimately defeated and apprehended by a detective. However, he earns respect by winning a one-on-one brawl against a student from a different school, propelling him into the world of troublemakers where he engages in fighting against rival schools.

Recommendation: Dragon Zakura similar to Sugarless
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Dragon Zakura(ドラゴン桜)

2005Japan
ComedyDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Delinquent Supporting Character, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 59% similarity match.

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

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

2019Japan
ActionComedyGangHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBromanceFriendshipMiniseries

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Gang, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 59% similarity match.

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

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

2022Japan
ActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterAdapted From A MangaEccentric Male LeadMiniseries

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Delinquent Male Lead, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, and Teenager Supporting Character themes with a 59% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Tong: Memories similar to Sugarless
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Tong: Memories(통: 메모리즈)

2016South Korea
ActionDramaGangHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthShort Length SeriesStreet FightWeb Series

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Drama, Gang, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 59% similarity match.

What transforms a young boy into an iconic fighter? Lee Jung Woo has always had a quick temper and dislikes being pushed around. While growing up in Busan, he learns to defend himself against bullies, ultimately becoming a local legend and the leading street fighter in Busan. His closest companion is Kwon Doo Hyun, who often finds himself overshadowed by Jung Woo. “Tong: Memories” is a South Korean web film and is regarded as the prequel to the well-known webtoon “Tong.”

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

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesMultiple Mains

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 56% similarity match.

Recommendation: Gokusen Season 2 similar to Sugarless
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Gokusen Season 2(ごくせん 2)

2005Japan
ActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaFriendshipPhysically Strong Female LeadYakuza

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Delinquent Male Lead, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 56% similarity match.

After six months, Shirokin Gakuen has shut down. Yamaguchi Kumiko now teaches a small group of children who struggle to connect with her teaching methods. Unexpectedly, she is offered a position at Kurogin Gakuen, where she becomes the teacher of a rowdy 3D class, making her previous students seem well-behaved in comparison. To keep her job, she must once again conceal her true identity as the fourth generation of the Oedo Family, a well-known yakuza group.

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The M Riders Season 6(萌學園六復活之戰)

2014Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFantasy

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

Recommendation: Sayonara, High School similar to Sugarless
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Sayonara, High School(さよなら、ハイスクール)

2022Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseries

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Ying Ye 3+1 similar to Sugarless
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Ying Ye 3+1(櫻野3加1)

2007Taiwan
ActionComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 53% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Princess Princess D similar to Sugarless
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Princess Princess D(プリンセス・プリンセスD)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Rookies similar to Sugarless
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Rookies(ROOKIES)

2008Japan
Delinquent Male LeadDramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBaseballSport ClubSportsTeacher Male Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Delinquent Male Lead, Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Koichi Kawato has recently taken on the role of teaching Japanese Literature at Futakotamagawa high school, a school known for its troubled baseball club. The club, made up of troublemakers and bullies, was banned from competitions for a year after a violent incident during a game. Kawato soon realizes that the remaining club members are more interested in women, smoking, and idleness. With his guidance, they set their sights on the Koshien high school baseball tournament. However, the journey to Koshien is filled with challenges and obstacles.

Recommendation: Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata similar to Sugarless
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Tadashii Ouji no Tsukurikata(正しい王子のつくり方)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Shiritsu Bakaleya Koukou similar to Sugarless
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Shiritsu Bakaleya Koukou(私立バカレア高校)

2012Japan
Delinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAll-Girls SchoolRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Delinquent Male Lead, Delinquent Supporting Character, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

One day, Bakada High School, known for its troublemaking boys, and Daiichi Catteleya Academy, a school for affluent girls, are combined to create Bakareya High School. Sakuragi Tatsuya, a devoted fan of Bakada High School, clashes with Shingyoji Eri, a proud alumna of Daiichi Catteleya Academy, leading to a tumultuous situation.

Recommendation: Kamen Teacher similar to Sugarless
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Kamen Teacher(仮面ティーチャー )

2013Japan
ActionDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaTeacher Male Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Delinquent Supporting Character, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Upon starting his new position at a high school, Gota Araki is designated as the homeroom teacher for the notorious 2nd Year, Class C. The students in this class are known for their violent behavior and lack of respect for authority. Despite being physically attacked by his students on his first day, Gota Araki chooses not to retaliate. He is determined to connect with the students and help them overcome their troubles, only to realize that they are more troubled than he initially thought. In a bid to make a difference, Gota Araki decides to unveil his mask. The question remains: will it be strength or compassion that leads to a positive change in his students? Inspired by the manga series "Kamen Teacher" created by Tooru Fujisawa.

Recommendation: Setoutsumi (2017) similar to Sugarless
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Setoutsumi (2017)(セトウツミ)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Shonan Junai Gumi! similar to Sugarless
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Shonan Junai Gumi!(湘南純愛組!)

2020Japan
ActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaAttempted SuicideSchool BullyingSchool Violence

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Delinquent Male Lead, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

Prior to transforming into the legendary Great Teacher Onizuka, Ekichi Onizuka and Ryuji Danma were part of the notorious motorcycle gang Oni-Baku. When not causing mischief on their bikes, this pair could be seen attending school - primarily focused on charming the ladies.

Recommendation: Spicy Teacher (2000) similar to Sugarless
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Spicy Teacher (2000)(麻辣鮮師)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Gokusen Season 3 similar to Sugarless
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Gokusen Season 3(ごくせん 3)

2008Japan
ActionComedyDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthOrganized CrimePhysically Strong Female LeadSignature MoveTeacher Female LeadVice Principal Supporting Character

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Comedy, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Sawatari Goro is currently serving as the vice principal at Akado High School

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Suikyuu Yankees(水球ヤンキース)

2014Japan
ComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterRomanceSport ClubSportsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Delinquent Male Lead, Delinquent Supporting Character, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, and Teenager Supporting Character themes with a 47% similarity match.

Having spent his childhood overseas, Inaba Naoya has a deep admiration for Americans, especially the Yankees, as one of them once came to his rescue when he was young. Upon returning to Japan for his final year of high school, he deliberately selects a neglected school known for its rowdy and rebellious students. It doesn't take long for him to understand the significance of water polo within the school community. Determined to give his classmates a sense of direction, he takes it upon himself to revive the water polo club.

Recommendation: Men's Kou similar to Sugarless
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Men's Kou(メンズ校)

2020Japan
ComedyDramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBoarding SchoolIsland SettingMultiple MainsPrivate SchoolRomance

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Seihou Private High School, also known as Alcatraz, is a prestigious boarding high school with a 35-year history. Situated on a secluded island, access to the school is limited to two boat trips per day, making it nearly impossible to reach on foot. The isolated setting is ideal for academic focus, but a group of friends grows restless at the thought of losing their youth and decides to escape in search of freedom. (DramaWiki)

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Ao Haru Ride Season 2(アオハライド Season 2)

2024Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipMiniseriesRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Guilty Secret similar to Sugarless
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The Guilty Secret(다시 만난 너)

2019South Korea
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadWeb Series

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

It narrates the story of a 17-year-old boy and girl who share a friendship filled with their own hidden truths. (Kpopmap)

Recommendation: To Be a Better Girl similar to Sugarless
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To Be a Better Girl(无法直视)

2021China
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

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Ketai Sosakan 7(ケータイ捜査官7)

2008Japan
ActionDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterFriendshipSci-FiTokusatsu

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Action, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, and Teenager Supporting Character themes with a 47% similarity match.

In the debut episode, high schooler Keita is revealed to be a covert "network investigator" working for a mysterious group. After transferring to a new school in Tokyo, Keita becomes dissatisfied with his new surroundings. When his close friend from his previous school arrives in Tokyo, they decide to flee together. During their escape, they encounter a hostile robot at a construction site, only to be rescued by a man named Takimoto and his peculiar companion - a cell phone that possesses limbs and advanced cognitive abilities. This innovative Buddy Keitai cell phone, equipped with "human-like intelligence features," is scheduled for release in Japan in April.

Recommendation: Black School Rules (2019) similar to Sugarless
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Black School Rules (2019)(ブラック校則)

2019Japan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFriendshipMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Hulu's unique drama series original content

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 3 similar to Sugarless
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The M Riders Season 3(萌學園三魔法號令)

2011Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Confucius (2012) similar to Sugarless
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Confucius (2012)(智勝鮮師)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Neverland (2001) similar to Sugarless
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Neverland (2001)(ネバーランド)

2001Japan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthNovel AdaptationFriendshipSupernatural

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 47% similarity match.

Seiran Gakuen is a prestigious private boys' high school. As summer break begins, Yoshikuni, Mitsuhiro, Kanji, and Iwatsuki have all chosen to stay at the school's Shoraikan dormitory instead of going home for various reasons. Yoshikuni, who is in a relationship with Hiroko, decides to distance himself from her without giving a clear explanation. This leaves Hiroko feeling unsatisfied and confused. During a trip to buy dinner supplies, Yoshikuni and Mitsuhiro encounter Osamu, a day student, and later run into Hiroko and her friend Aki. Aki questions Yoshikuni's sudden change in behavior towards Hiroko, leading to an emotional outburst from Hiroko. The commotion is witnessed by Takagi, a dormitory resident from the neighboring building. In the following days, Mitsuhiro's step-mother Keiko pays a visit to the Shoraikan dormitory, where Mitsuhiro behaves coldly towards her, displaying a side of himself that is unfamiliar to her.

Recommendation: 90's Beijing Fantasy similar to Sugarless
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90's Beijing Fantasy(我的青春也燦爛)

2018China
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouth1990sFamily RelationshipStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

A sentimental story about teenagers transitioning into adulthood at a high school in the early 1990s. The narrative unfolds in two timelines - one in the past and one in the present. Xisi High School serves as the backdrop for this tale, focusing on six students who start off as strangers but eventually become close friends. Together, they navigate the challenges of youth and embark on a journey towards the future hand in hand. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: 15 Sai no Blues similar to Sugarless
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15 Sai no Blues(15歳のブルース)

2005Japan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBullied Male LeadDivision 1Dysfunctional FamilyMiniseries

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Boys Este similar to Sugarless
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Boys Este(BOYSエステ)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

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Teiichi no Kuni - Gakuseigai no Kissaten(帝一の國~学生街の喫茶店~)

2017Japan
ComedyHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesMultiple MainsShort Length Series

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

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Aozakura: Boei Daigakuko Monogatari(あおざくら防衛大学校物語)

2019Japan
DramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaDormitory SettingEmotionally Strong Male LeadRoommates' Relationship

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kondo Isami, a high school senior, is faced with a difficult decision due to his family's financial struggles. Upon discovering the government-run Defence Academy, he sees an opportunity to pursue his education without the burden of fees and even receive a monthly allowance. Excited about this chance, Kondo enrolls in the academy after graduating from high school and befriends Matsuhira Yosuke, Okita Soji, Harada Tadashi, and Takei Tomoaki. However, his excitement fades as he encounters a change in attitude from senior students like Sakaki Ryuya and Nishiwaki Takashi, who start implementing strict rules and coaching after the entrance ceremony.

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Moshimo, Ikemen Dake no Koukou ga Attara(もしも、イケメンだけの高校があったら)

2022Japan
ComedyMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthBromanceFamily RelationshipFriendshipSlight Romance

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in Binan Gakuen, a prestigious private high school known for its exceptionally attractive student body. The school is determined to emerge victorious at the National Ikemen Contest for high school students. (News Yahoo)

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Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi.(春は短し恋せよ男子。)

2023Japan
High SchoolMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthAdapted From A MangaFirst LoveMiniseriesRomance

Like Sugarless, this drama also features High School, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

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School 3(학교3)

2000South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthLifeStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTransfer Student Male Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% 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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The M Riders Season 2(萌學園二聖戰再起)

2010Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

The malevolent evil powers are on the rise once more. To safeguard their school, the principal opts to recruit a vampire teacher. At the same time, Lan Bao faces his own challenges. Can the five warriors defend the school without the support of Princess Nai Ya? This fresh season introduces new allies and adversaries.

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The M Riders(萌學園之萌騎士傳奇)

2010Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

A school welcomes children with special powers and helps them harness their unique abilities. As they settle into the academy, they discover that sinister beings are threatening Earth, prompting the school to assemble a team of five M Riders to combat this threat. The team consists of Ai Rui Ke, Princess Nai Ya, Mi Ya Xing, and two new students, Li Yan Jian Ni and Lan Bao.

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The M Riders Season 4(萌學園四時空戰役)

2012Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthFantasyMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

Two individuals from the M Riders group have gone missing, along with several students. A significant battle is on the horizon, necessitating the collective strength of the entire M Riders army to emerge victorious. The question remains: when will Princess Nai Ya make her appearance?

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My Teacher Is Xiao He(我的老師叫小賀)

2016Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadTeacher Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

At Qi Ying High School, class 2B has a reputation for being a challenging group of students with academic struggles. He Qian Dai, who later earned the nickname Teacher Xiao He, becomes their homeroom teacher one day. Despite her lack of experience, she quickly establishes herself as a mentor and friend to the students in class 2B. Through a series of mistakes, misunderstandings, and friendships, Teacher Xiao He helps the students in class 2B to grow and form strong bonds. As a result, the other teachers at Qi Ying begin to see both Teacher Xiao He and the supposedly "trouble-making" students in a new and positive light.

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High Position(ハイポジ 1986年、二度目の青春)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

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Strawberry Seminar(いちごゼミナール)

2009Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthStudent Female LeadTeenager Female Lead

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Ojiisan Sensei Netto Hen(おじいさん先生 熱闘篇)

2007Japan
ComedyGangHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthTeacher Male LeadTeacher Supporting Character

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Gang, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

In this amusing school comedy, the main character is not a youthful and lively teacher or a trendy student. Instead, it is an elderly man with hearing difficulties who finds himself in a challenging situation at the deteriorating Emperor Gakuen high school, a hub for troublemakers. When he is placed in charge of the senior class 3-D, the delinquents find it hard to continue their mischief at their usual pace due to the old man's slow reactions. Despite their efforts to push him to the limit in each episode, the old man always manages to come back to life at the riverbank of the Acheron after facing near-death situations. What will happen next in this elderly man's school journey? Join in on the laughter, tears, and relaxation as this laid-back old man navigates through the chaos of this simple school comedy.

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Yoru no Sensei(夜のせんせい)

2014Japan
ComedyDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting CharacterYouthMiniseriesTeacher Female Lead

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, High School, School Setting, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 44% similarity match.

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

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High School Big Bang(我成了他的班主任)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

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The Day I Skipped School for You 3(教室的那一间第三季)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

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Who's Your Daddy?(我和我爸的十七岁)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

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Prison School(監獄学園 -プリズンスクール-)

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

Like Sugarless, this drama also features Comedy, High School, School Setting, Student Male Lead, Student Supporting Character, Teenager Male Lead, Teenager Supporting Character, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

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