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Kurosaki Yoriko, aged 32, finds herself without a partner, without companions, and without employment. As she embarks on living independently for the first time, she discovers a whole new world around her. Follow along as this story unfolds, showcasing the minor events that take place within a 7-minute stroll from her apartment.

Is it possible for a once-popular actor to stage a successful comeback? Atsumori Daigoro, formerly hailed as the king of two-hour suspense, faces a career slump as television networks no longer produce two-hour dramas. It has been over a year since he last landed a role. One day, Yoshida Yukari, a former talent agency manager, reappears in his life. Despite being forced out of the industry seven years prior, she is determined to help Atsumori make a comeback. With her unwavering enthusiasm, she secures job opportunities for him, despite his outdated and prejudiced views. Can Atsumori reclaim his throne as the king of suspense? This heartwarming comedy follows his journey of starting anew in life. (FujiTV)

Rewritten text: Kurate Jun, a young truck driver in the predominantly male truck logistics field, navigates her daily routine with a positive attitude. She finds solace in unwinding with drinks after work to alleviate her fatigue. (brokensubs.wordpress.com)

After graduating from a prestigious university, Makoto Kusano secured a position at a large corporation, setting sail on what appeared to be a promising career path. However, his fortunes took a sharp turn when he was laid off due to the collapse of Lehman Brothers, a mere six months into his new job. Adding to his woes, his father fell ill and required costly medical treatment not covered by insurance. Compounding matters, a bank began pressuring him to repay his student loan, plunging him into dire straits. In a stroke of desperation, Makoto Kusano spotted a job offering lucrative pay, only to find out that it entailed withdrawing funds from the bank accounts of elderly victims of voice phishing scams.

Sakuradamon uses her exceptional makeup skills to conceal her true appearance, while Megurogawa has achieved a flawless face through cosmetic enhancements. Mitsue is dedicated to her work and remains reserved, whereas Chikage is a naturally beautiful woman who excels at socializing with men at drinking gatherings. This drama features a diverse cast of characters, including an elderly woman who undergoes a transformation after being influenced by a lecherous manager and her granddaughter. The story unfolds with unpredictable twists and turns as we follow these individuals' journeys.

In every populated area, there exists a community. Districts are interconnected by trains, with stations serving as meeting points for people and opportunities for love to blossom. This series consists of 10 episodes showcasing various love stories - romantic, familial, friendly, and hometown love - all centered around different train stations along the Osaka Loop line. (jdramas.wordpress)

The head of the Corporate Social Responsibility department at Kadokura Trading, 53-year-old Miyama Asako, is enthusiastic about a new project to establish schools in villages across Asia. However, she receives unexpected news from the senior managing director that she will be reassigned to the foods business as an advisor due to the company's policy of rotating managers at a certain age. Despite not having the freedom to choose her new role, Asako is fully occupied with various responsibilities and neglects her personal appearance. Through this process, she gradually recognizes the actions she needs to take to benefit society.

Kayama Hanabi, Machi Akebi, and Shiraishi Wakana became acquainted after discovering they were all deceived by a man named Yamada. Instead of harboring resentment, the trio bonded and agreed to join a matchmaking event in the future. This delightful comedy follows the journey of three women with unique characteristics who share an unusual connection. As they encounter different suitors at weekend matchmaking gatherings, the women not only find love but also experience personal growth and rediscover their vitality.

Nowadays, it appears that there are an overwhelming number of single working women in their 30s. These women have dedicated their lives to achieving their aspirations, only to find themselves alone. As they seek companionship, they discover that most eligible men have already been taken by younger women focused solely on marriage. They attempt to convince themselves that they are better off than being stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, yet they cannot shake off the feelings of solitude and loneliness. "Marry Me" narrates the journey of women in their thirties as they confront life and uncover new aspects of themselves. Sin Young, a 30-year-old unmarried reporter formerly labeled a "troublemaker," perseveres in her investigative work despite challenges. Soon Ae, also 30, works as a stewardess and is the primary provider for her family, supporting her sick father, a completely despondent aunt, and a similarly unfortunate cousin. Seung Ri is famous for her numerous romantic escapades. (DramaWiki)

A realistic portrayal of the daily struggles and triumphs of women in their thirties working in the fashion industry, highlighting their clumsiness and the ups and downs they face. (HanCinema)

Ginza is a bustling area at night, characterized by ambition and intense longing. How does an ordinary bank employee manage to steal a significant sum of money and enter the criminal underworld? What is her end game? Her most powerful tool is a sleek black notebook. (DramaWiki)

Kanbara Kiko is a single mother who is raising her 5-year-old son on her own. In order to start a lunch box business, she relocates to her grandfather's house. Despite her efforts to enroll her son Haruto in a local nursery school, she is informed by a district office staff member that he cannot start immediately. With the pressure of opening her lunch box business the following month, Kiko faces a dilemma as she struggles to find suitable supervision for her son. During this time, Fune Naraoka, the director of a kindergarten, approaches Kiko. A month later, on Haruto's first day at the kindergarten, Kiko is overwhelmed by the sight of expensive cars and designer handbags among the other mothers. The school is known for its exclusivity. Kiko recognizes Kamiya Yuki, a former classmate from middle and high school, and attempts to engage in conversation, but Yuki dismisses her, stating that the school is not for people like Kiko. Among the other mothers, including Yano Satoko, the doctor's wife, Goto Midori, a former career woman, and Odadera Marie, the most influential mother in the school, each has their own undisclosed issues.

"So I Will Make It" explores the significance of make-up in the lives of women, focusing on Kumagai Sumire who serves as a beauty consultant at a cosmetics store. She collaborates with novice beauty consultant Kondo Mei and beauty advisor Yamamoto Orikia. The series is adapted from the manga "Dakara Watashi wa Make Suru" by Hikari Shibata and Gekidan Mesuneko.

"Revitalizing Our Community" is a social drama set in a small town in Osaka, Japan. The local government is facing a financial crisis, with severely limited funds. They must decide which government sectors to reduce funding for and which to prioritize in order to sustain their town.

Teppei and Takuma, who are part of the well-known Rock group Sekitoba, along with Ryuuichi, Jun (who are both in the rival band SHADOWS), and their supporter Yuusaku, all perish in a sudden incident. To be revived, they must collaborate and complete a series of challenges set forth by the shinigami.

A noodle shop owner struggling with debt and his incredibly resourceful wife are facing financial difficulties while trying to support their five children. Despite their limited funds, they rely on humor and clever problem-solving to make ends meet. (JDorama)

A comedic story revolves around unmarried middle-aged women known as "sing lui." Heung Gwong Lam is a wealthy bachelor who prides himself on being stylish, attractive, and charming. Working as a creative director at a PR firm, he harbors guilt from past experiences and sympathizes with the "sing lui" who have been left by men and are still searching for love. Determined to transform them from "Left Behind Lady" to "My Prime Lady," he sets out to change their mindset. Things take a turn when Sing Fa Lui, who had a brief encounter with Gwong Lam, shows up at the PR company claiming to be romantically involved with the boss. Using this to her advantage, she rises to a director position, posing a threat to Gwong Lam's career. Just as he's dealing with this situation, another troubled "sing lui" enters the scene, seeking help with her love life. Gwong Lam continues to assist these women in getting their lives back on track. Through twists and turns, Fa Lui realizes Gwong Lam isn't as bad as she thought, while he discovers her genuine nature beneath the facade. Despite his own insecurities, he decides to help Fa Lui become the best version of herself and promote her to others for her happiness.

Coffee Ikaga Deshou will have a spinoff.

Kami Daisuke serves as the primary aide to influential parliamentarian Tojo Yuji. His aspiration is to enter politics and bring about change in Japan, with Tojo serving as his role model for an honest politician. Despite his busy schedule, Daisuke's wife Kumiko remains supportive of his ambitions. One day, Daisuke is shocked to discover a memo supposedly signed by him indicating acceptance of a 50 million payment from a construction firm. Tojo, believing Daisuke betrayed him by taking a bribe, distances himself from Daisuke who now faces scrutiny from both law enforcement and the media.

Following the success of its initial television run, the series Angels with Broken Wings, featuring scripts by Yoshi, garnered over 1,800 messages from viewers praising the show. Now, the series is returning for a second installment! In the latest installment of the popular Deep Love series created by Yoshi, viewers can expect four stories, including one that was not featured in the first installment and three brand new stories. This series is a must-watch for young individuals facing challenges and for their parents' generation. The four nights will feature the following stories: 1st night - Impulse (starring Satomi Ishihara), 2nd night - Confederate (starring Erika Toda), 3rd night - Time (starring Rosa Katoh), and 4th night - Merchandise (starring Karina).

The series centers around Noriko Ayukawa, a teacher for a group of first-grade students. When Kento, a troubled boy from a different school, joins her class, Noriko discovers that he may actually be a gifted prodigy. Drawing from the childhood experiences of renowned inventor Thomas Edison, the story explores Noriko's journey in guiding Kento and helping him reach his potential despite his reputation as a problem child.

Derived from the manga series "Office Worker Kintaro" by Motomiya Hiroshi.

This series follows the lives of four women who are in their forties. Shifumi, an attractive woman, was known for stealing her classmate's boyfriend during high school. Despite facing criticism, she got married and had a child before eventually getting divorced. Currently, she is dating a younger man. The other three women from Shifumi's past include Makiko, a typical housewife, Neri, a doctor focused on her career, and Miwa, another housewife. Miwa is secretly involved with Keishi, Shifumi's ex-husband and the boyfriend she had stolen in the past. As the story unfolds, the hidden secrets and lies of these four women gradually come to light.

In the series, Ueno plays five different characters in five separate episodes. Each episode revolves around a different type of bag, like a guitar case or a mysterious package. The episodes are titled: 1. Guitar Case Girl 2. HOPE 3. Akira Next Door 4. While Traveling 5. One Evening, Hinata Suddenly

Narumi is a tranquil island, inspired by the real-life Hateruma Island, where the demand for medical assistance outweighs the need for law enforcement. Despite the initial reluctance of the inhabitants, Shirase Ryo, a police officer, is assigned to the island. Over time, he forms close bonds with the locals and assists them in resolving their issues and planning for the island's future. --Tokyograph

Yamato Construction Company merges with Chuo Construction Company. Yajima Kintaro comes back from Africa and puts in great effort to rescue Yamato Construction Company. However, a formidable new adversary emerges.

Married life for Onodera Mariya took an unexpected turn when her husband Tatsuya disappeared suddenly. Feeling lost, she travels to a heart-shaped island in Okinawa that Tatsuya had mentioned before. Meanwhile, Tsuruta Kameko, a midwife in Tokyo, becomes disillusioned with the attitude towards abortion and hospital births among young women. After winning a lottery, she embarks on a trip around the world but ends up in Okinawa where she discovers a need for midwives. Determined to make a difference, she decides to establish a maternity hospital on the island. The paths of these two women from different generations cross in the southern islands, where they are welcomed by the locals with open arms, embodying the Okinawan saying, "If we meet by chance, we're all brothers and sisters."

The drama series is based in a laundromat located in Atsugi, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It revolves around Nagi Nagumo, a part-time worker at the laundromat, the owner of the establishment, and the various customers who frequent the place.

Tetsuro Kagiyama, a postgraduate student, resides independently in a studio flat. He strives to address issues such as dust accumulation and the upkeep of his air conditioning unit in his living space.

Takeuchi Ryoma decides to take a break from shooting and decides to spend his leisure time visiting a spice shop. He informs the owner of his desire to prepare an extra spicy curry, prompting her to suggest some of her top spice picks. They collaborate to whip up a delicious curry just as a new customer walks into the shop. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

Bakarhythm uses an apartment in Tokyo as his workspace for writing scripts and other content. While he is working alone at his desk, he is interrupted by visits from Bananaman Himura and Wakabayashi Masayasu. Actress Mizukawa Asami, who lives nearby, also joins them. This casual gathering of showbiz friends, although uneventful, takes place in the apartment.

Sugisaki Hana, a well-known actress with a hectic schedule, finds herself with unexpected free time during a break from filming. Curious creators have taken the opportunity to explore a different side of Sugisaki Hana during her downtime. One day, while on a break from shooting, Sugisaki Hana discovers that her washing machine is out of order. With no other option, she heads to the laundromat, where she realizes she only has 1,000 yen bills and no change. As she steps outside to find some change, she comes across musician Mizuki (played by Kamishiraishi Moka) performing on the street. Intrigued, Hana purchases Mizuki's CD for 1,000 yen, leaving her with no money for the laundromat. She attempts to borrow some change from Gonda, a fellow customer, but...

Jumonji Yuzo, a former child actor who once enjoyed success, now faces challenges in his acting career and takes on a part-time job at a supermarket to make ends meet. Inspired by his supervisor's advice, he begins to imagine the lives of customers based on the items in their shopping baskets. He is joined by colleagues Handa, who enjoys observing people, and Okazaki Megumi, a hardworking individual who holds Yuzo to high standards despite his lack of motivation.

Murata Motoki, a remote worker, decides to end his relationship with his controlling girlfriend who constantly bombards him with questions. In a similar situation, Eguchi Tomoka breaks up with her boyfriend who imposes strict rules on her behavior. Motoki and Tomoka meet at an offline event for an online game and find comfort in their relationship where they can freely discuss intimate topics. They develop a unique bond and begin a carefree and unrestricted relationship as Freedom Friends (FuriFure).

A touching tale unfolds as Maijo Suguru, who faces challenges in forming connections, experiences personal growth alongside the friends he encounters in the world of dance! (Japanese = fujitv

Once she transitions into teenage motherhood, she has to confront the daily challenges of being a spouse and a parent while attempting to enjoy her youth.

A brief narrative about adolescents employed at a customer service center and interacting with actual clients.

The narrative focuses on two girls along with their boyfriends. They must contend with witnessing their girlfriends' anger in various scenarios.

A humorous story centered on individuals confronted with unexpected mortality who are granted additional moments to enjoy life before their end.

In this eccentric, surreal online series, a man and his fictitious companion explore his profound reflections during showers about existence, romance, and washing methods. (AsianCrush)

Umika, a gentle and reserved student, struggles with social interactions and harbors a secret desire to encounter beings from distant worlds. However, her mundane school routine undergoes a fantastical transformation upon encountering Yu, a mysterious transfer student possessing telepathic abilities. (girlsloveupdate on Instagram)

Based on the manga series "Happy!" by Nobuko Hama.

After the passing of his mentor, Ryunosuke Yamato, Kintaro decides to leave behind the corporate world in Japan. He goes back to his hometown and starts a new life as a fisherman with his wife, Masumi, and their two children. Unexpectedly, Ryunosuke's cousin, Momotaro Shimazu, pays him a visit. Momotaro asks Kintaro to return to Yamato Construction and team up with Ryunosuke's son, Ryuhei, to remove the current management. The current president, Takatsukasa, has succumbed to pressure from ex-bureaucrat Enjoji and is getting involved in shady dealings. Motivated by his sense of honor, Kintaro decides to step back into his role as a salaryman to save Yamato Construction and ensure justice is served!

Emi works as a lighting technician at a company that specializes in lighting. Due to her predominantly male colleagues, she has adopted a more tomboyish behavior. Emi is not interested in typical girly things like fashion and has a cynical view on love. Despite this, she harbors feelings for her ex-boyfriend, who is also her coworker. Mako is a diligent office worker who is somewhat clumsy and hesitant to pursue romantic relationships. She had never been intimate with anyone until she developed feelings for a colleague. Saki is a stunning and confident young woman with aspirations of becoming a journalist. However, she ends up working as a hostess in a bar to support her family. Saki fabricates stories about working at a prestigious publishing company to her family. She becomes romantically involved with a married man who is kind and supportive.