Suna no Utsuwa (2004) - Asian drama recommendation
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Suna no Utsuwa (2004)(砂の器)

2004Japan
Novel AdaptationComposer Male LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMusicMusician Male LeadMysteryPianist Male LeadSchool ViolenceStage Actress Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Rising musician and composer Waga Eiryo harbors a mysterious past that he will do anything to keep hidden

Asian dramas like
Suna No Utsuwa 2004

Recommendation: Specialist (2016) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Specialist (2016)(スペシャリスト)

2016Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

A decade ago, Takuma Yoshito was arrested and charged with attempted murder. Despite receiving a 15-year prison sentence, evidence later revealed that he was wrongly accused, leading to his exoneration. Subsequently, Takuma was reinstated to the Kyoto Prefectural Police due to his expertise in criminal psychology. He then transferred to Tokyo, where he joined a newly formed unit without a designated name. Motivated by the tragic death of a significant individual, Takuma decides to join the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department to uncover a major conspiracy. He partners with a young female detective named Maria, who harbors a secret and happens to be the niece of the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency.

Recommendation: Mikkoku wa Utau similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Mikkoku wa Utau(密告はうたう)

2021Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathDeath Of A Co-workerMiniseriesTorture

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Sara Masaki, a detective in Investigation Team 1 at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, faces the tragic loss of his colleague, Detective Saito Kota, during a murder investigation. Following this, Masaki is reassigned to Personnel Department 1 within the Inspection Division, still grappling with the death of his coworker. Despite his grief, Masaki encounters hostility from his coworkers. When a mysterious letter arrives at the personnel department accusing Detective Minaguchi Nako of leaking confidential information, Masaki launches his own investigation. This leads him to delve into the unresolved case of his colleague's death.

Recommendation: The Twelfth Second similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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The Twelfth Second(第十二秒)

2021China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathDeath Of A WifeDisappearanceRomance

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Detective Zhao Yi Chen's pregnant wife, Hu Jia Ying, vanishes suddenly, leaving only an 11-second distress call. Nearly a decade later, he is led to a stranger's house by a letter, discovering that his wife passed away a year prior and left behind a silent 9-year-old daughter. The series delves into Zhao Yi Chen's emotional journey with Hu Jia Ying and his quest to unravel the mysterious circumstances surrounding her death, unveiling shocking revelations about her past.

Recommendation: The Doll Master (2017) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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The Doll Master (2017)(人偶师)

2017China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathMurder

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

In reality, every individual on this planet is like a marionette, with invisible strings controlling their actions. Two decades ago, the renowned psychologist Ouyang Qiu, along with his friend and colleague Ruan Haotian, traveled to Dawn City for a confidential research project. Tragically, Ouyang met his demise by falling from a building, while Dr. Ruan vanished under mysterious circumstances. Subsequently, the project was abruptly terminated. Fast forward twenty years, Ouyang Qiu's son, Ouyang Yiming, has grown up and joined a specialized SCI Team as an agent. When a gruesome mutilation case arises in Dawn City, Ouyang Yiming takes it upon himself to investigate. However, just as he nears a breakthrough, the perpetrator takes their own life, prompting Ouyang to delve deeper into the mystery. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes apparent that Pandora's Box is on the verge of being opened... (Q1Q2)

Recommendation: Hanzai Shokogun Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Hanzai Shokogun Season 2(犯罪症候群 Season 2)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseriesRevenge

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Season 2 of the show centers around Kaburagi, who was in a relationship with Muto's sister in the past

Recommendation: Galileo Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Galileo Season 2(ガリレオ)

2013Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPhysicsProfessor Male Lead

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 44% similarity match.

Manabu Yukawa, the brilliant physicist, is known for his exceptional talents and flawless character. Despite his good looks, athletic abilities, and sharp intellect, he has a disdain for children and can exhibit unreasonable behavior, earning him the nickname "the eccentric Galileo" among his peers. How will the clever Galileo tackle the otherworldly puzzles presented to him this time? Misa Kishitani, a detective with the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's investigation unit, prides herself on her intelligence but also has a sadistic streak. A new addition to the TV series, her role will take on the responsibilities previously held by Kaoru Uchiumi. Taken from the novels "Galileo no Kunou", "Seijo no Kyuusai", "Kyozou no Doukeshi", and "Kindan no Majutsu" by Higashino Keigo.

Recommendation: National Heroes similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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National Heroes(国门英雄)

2011China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Centers on the inquiry into the "506 Extraordinary Magnesium Smuggling Case"

Recommendation: Detective Cheng Xu similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Detective Cheng Xu(侦探成旭之龙城岁月)

2008China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Yi Shuang Xiu Hua Xie(一双绣花鞋)

2003China
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 43% similarity match.

Prior to the liberation of Chongqing, Ye Da Long led a team from the PLA on secret missions in the area. Following the downfall of the national army, possessing the hidden spy list became crucial in controlling the underground network of Chongqing. Military special agent Ji Yu Tang has been feeling uneasy recently after discovering a pair of embroidered shoes in his boss Lin NanXuan's coffin during the funeral. Shen Chao took over as the head of public security after the liberation of the mountainous city of Chongqing.

Recommendation: Ryojin no Ono similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Ryojin no Ono(両刃の斧)

2022Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathMiniseriesMurderPolice Officer Male LeadRevenge

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 42% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Conspirators similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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The Conspirators(同谋者)

2016China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

Lei Ming, a detective working in the Republic of China, uncovered a puzzling case involving theft and vandalism three decades ago, which ended up implicating him in the investigation.

Recommendation: Paranormal Mind similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Paranormal Mind(開腦儆探)

2015Hong Kong
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerSci-FiSupernaturalSupernatural Power

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

In a detective series with a supernatural theme, the focus is on exploring mysterious cases using scientific concepts and realistic methods instead of traditional ghosts and spirits. The story follows Hung Gei Yuen, a former high-ranking police inspector who gains the unique ability to enter other people's subconscious after the tragic death of his son, which he believes was a murder hidden within the depths of the mind. As he delves into the hidden subconscious, he also grapples with a split personality, all while trying to uncover the truth behind his son's death. Each character in the series possesses a special ability, despite being considered abnormal or weird by society, they use these abilities to solve various enigmatic cases without letting it affect their self-esteem.

Recommendation: Quiz similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Quiz(QUIZ)

2000Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerFamilyGameKidnapping

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

A mother's son is taken, with the only hint being a message that begins with "This is a test." The story unfolds rapidly and with flair as lead detective Kaoru Kiriko from the Special Investigation Team follows a series of challenging puzzles that appear to taunt the authorities. Kaoru, with her sharp instincts, matches wits with the kidnapper, but as she gets nearer to the truth, she realizes she is the one being pursued, not the pursuer.

Recommendation: Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru(櫻子さんの足下には死体が埋まっている)

2017Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerEccentric Female LeadMiniseriesOsteologist

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 41% similarity match.

Upon their first encounter, Shoutarou Tatewaki is certain that meeting Sakurako Kujou will have a lasting impact on his life. Initially suspecting her involvement in a local disappearance, he soon discovers her expertise in analyzing bone specimens. Sakurako possesses an extensive collection of reconstructed animal bones, yet she longs for more human remains, much to the disapproval of those around her. As Shoutarou joins the peculiar osteologist on various unsolved cases involving decomposing bodies, they find themselves entangled in a series of mysterious incidents. Could there be a larger enigma unfolding in their lives? "Sakurako-san no Ashimoto ni wa Shitai ga Umatteiru" follows the unlikely duo as they demonstrate that while bones reveal how one perished, it is only through people that their life stories can be told.

Recommendation: A League of Nobleman similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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A League of Nobleman(君子盟)

2023China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerBromanceFriendshipHistoricalPoor Male LeadScholar Male LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Zhang Ping, a destitute orphan from a rural area, relocates to Beijing with the intention of taking the civil service exam. However, he finds himself selling noodles on the streets instead. Despite his simple demeanor, Zhang Ping possesses a sharp mind and a knack for solving puzzles. On the other hand, Lan Jue, a refined government official with a mysterious background, is looking into a case. Their paths cross, and after some initial misunderstandings, Zhang Ping assists Lan Jue in solving the case, inadvertently discovering his hidden past. This marks the beginning of a unique partnership where the two men, despite their differences, join forces to unravel mysteries, such as uncovering the truth behind Lan Jue's father's death and exposing corruption in the royal court.

Recommendation: Keiji no Genba Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Keiji no Genba Season 2(刑事の現場2 )

2009Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

This tale follows a young detective and a seasoned detective who hold contrasting values, as they strive to maintain their professional integrity. Keigo is partnered with Umeki, an adept but obstinate detective on the verge of retiring. The story unfolds as the young detective navigates his career while clashing with Umeki, questioning whether to show compassion towards criminals or to treat them with animosity.

Recommendation: Keiji no Genba similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Keiji no Genba(刑事の現場 )

2008Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

In a television series, a new police officer joins forces with an experienced detective to form a strong bond while facing challenges together. Keigo begins working at a nearby police precinct and is paired with Shoichi, a seasoned detective who is reserved but kind-hearted and nearing the end of his career. The show depicts the growth of the young detective as he navigates his career alongside the veteran detective and others involved in their cases.

Recommendation: Chase (2010) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Chase (2010)(チェイス~国税査察官~)

2010Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Haruma Sosuke, an experienced tax inspector, and Murakumo Shuji, a proficient consultant specializing in tax evasion. Haruma believed that his simple life and the world of tax evasion were unrelated, until one day their paths crossed...

Recommendation: Jikken Keiji Totori 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Jikken Keiji Totori 2( 実験刑事トトリ 2)

2013Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Totori Hiroshi, formerly a professor specializing in bionomics, made a career change by taking the MPD mid-career recruitment exams. Upon successfully passing the exams, he was delighted to be placed in Division 1. Despite a year having gone by, Totori's partner, Yasunaga Teppei, continues to struggle with the fact that Totori, as a rookie, is older and more experienced than him.

Recommendation: 64 (2015) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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64 (2015)(64)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Tokuso 9 Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Tokuso 9 Season 2(特捜9 season2)

2019Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Tokuso 9 Season 4 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Tokuso 9 Season 4(特捜9 season4)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kami no Tsuki similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Kami no Tsuki(紙の月)

2014Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Honcho Azumi Season 5 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Honcho Azumi Season 5(ハンチョウ~警視庁安積班~ シリーズ5)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerPolice Department Setting

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Assistant Inspector Azumi Tsuyoshi has been reassigned to the Tokyo Metropolitan Police, known for its central role in handling criminal cases. While Azumi excelled at his previous precinct, he now finds himself struggling to keep up with the high-caliber officers at the elite police headquarters.

Recommendation: Forensic Heroes similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Forensic Heroes(法證先鋒)

2006Hong Kong
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceMultiple MainsRomance

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

The plot centers on a string of criminal activities that require investigation. Tim Sir comes under suspicion following the murder of his wife, leading to a quest for the truth. Tim Sir, a skilled forensic analyst, excels in his field. Despite his wife Charlie becoming paralyzed from an accident, their bond remains strong as Tim Sir diligently cares for and cherishes her, earning the admiration of his brother-in-law and colleague in forensics, Sam. The situation takes a tragic turn with Charlie's cancer diagnosis, ultimately resulting in her sudden death from consuming poisonous food. This raises doubts from Nicole in the major crimes division.

Recommendation: Hoso Kyoku Senkyo similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Hoso Kyoku Senkyo(放送局占拠)

2025Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerActionDetective Supporting CharacterDoctor Supporting CharacterNews Station Setting

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

A year has gone by, and Musashi Saburo has become an investigator at BCCT. Alongside his teammates, he is looking into a masked armed group that has taken 500 hostages while seizing control of a broadcasting station.

Recommendation: Shinhannin similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Shinhannin(真犯人)

2018Japan
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller1980sDeathMiniseriesMurder

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 39% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Ten Deadly Sins similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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The Ten Deadly Sins(十宗罪)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseActionHorror

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, and Suspense themes with a 38% similarity match.

Hua Long, Su Mei, Bao Zhan, and Professor Liang form the SIG (Special Investigation Group), specializing in solving complex homicide cases. As they work on unraveling these difficult investigations, each member encounters personal risks, deceit, and personal development. This narrative is inspired by the book "The Ten Deadly Sins" written by Zhi Zhu.

Recommendation: Xenos similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Xenos(クセノス)

2007Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadReporter Male Lead

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Ishibashi Naoto, a successful journalist, recently tied the knot with his girlfriend, Saki, whom he had only met a month prior. However, after embarking on married life, strange occurrences unfold. Saki vanishes without a trace, and Naoto's investigation reveals that her identity is a fabrication. As Naoto delves deeper into the mystery, he starts receiving menacing messages from an unknown source. Feeling helpless, Naoto seeks out Yoshino Mariko, a detective who may have the key to unlocking the truth.

Recommendation: Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Kyoto Ninjou Sousa File(京都人情捜査ファイル)

2015Japan
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerFormer Detective Male LeadMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

A specialized division within the police force, known as the Crime Victims Support Unit, provides assistance to individuals and their families who have been affected by a crime. They offer support, answer questions, assist with funeral arrangements, and handle media inquiries. Unlike other units, they do not have the authority to conduct official investigations, which can make it challenging to uncover the truth for those seeking answers. TogakureTetsuya, a former detective from the First Investigative Division of the Kyoto Prefectural Police, takes it upon himself to conduct independent investigations.

Recommendation: Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Namonaki Fukushuusha ZEGEN(名もなき復讐者 ZEGEN)

2019Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseriesRevenge

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

The series follows the story of the main character "Zegen" as he pursues vengeance following his wife's tragic death. Li Xue Lan arrives in Japan to seek employment to cover her husband's medical expenses back in China. With Zegen's help, she starts working at a massage parlor in Kawasaki. Worried about her situation due to her temporary visa, he suggests a fake marriage with an older man. Inspired by Jou Tomioka's novel.

Recommendation: Tokuso 9 Season 3 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Tokuso 9 Season 3(特捜9 season3)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseriesPolice Department Setting

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Nine months have passed since the departure of the former leader of the Special Investigations Unit. Asawa Naoki and his team no longer receive assistance requests from the First Investigation Division, but they continue to be involved in tasks like ensuring security. The impact of Mihara Tatsuro, the ex-chief of criminal investigations who harbored resentment towards the Special Investigations Unit and was removed from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, lingers within the organization.

Recommendation: Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Voice: 110 Emergency Control Room Season 2(ボイスII 110緊急指令室)

2021Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerMiniseriesStrong Female Lead

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

Detective Shogo Higuchi and Leader Hikari Tachibana of the Emergency Command Center collaborate closely to rescue victims and apprehend wrongdoers promptly. Their current adversary is a malevolent individual displaying intense rage, reflecting the frustrations of certain youths towards society. These younger individuals perceive the criminal's actions as a form of self-expression rather than just criminal behavior.

Recommendation: Shin Kuko Senkyo similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Shin Kuko Senkyo(新空港占拠)

2024Japan
Detective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerActionMiniseries

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 38% similarity match.

A recent incident involving a significant takeover has taken place in an undisclosed location within Kanagawa Prefecture

Recommendation: Interlaced Scenes similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Interlaced Scenes(错位)

2024China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadFictional WorldMurderWeb Series

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Detectives Jiang Guang Ming and Shi Luo are tasked with investigating a case that appears to mirror the crime scene described in a novel penned by Gu Yu Ming. As they delve deeper into the investigation, the lines between fiction and reality blur. Could this uncanny resemblance be purely coincidental?

Recommendation: Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 2(コールドケース2 〜真実の扉〜)

2018Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathDetective Female LeadFlashback To PastMultiple MainsMurder

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Reboot of the American television show "Cold Case" from 2003.

Recommendation: The Lies Within similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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The Lies Within(모두의 거짓말)

2019South Korea
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerCar AccidentEmotionally Strong Female LeadPoliticalSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Jo Tae Sik was once a passionate detective, but he now seeks a different path in life. He yearns for a tranquil and simple lifestyle. To achieve this, Jo Tae Sik requests a transfer to a police substation located in a remote village with few inhabitants. At the same time, he becomes involved in investigating the death of Lawmaker Kim Seung Cheol, who passed away in a car accident. However, Jo Tae Sik suspects that the circumstances surrounding the accident may not be straightforward. Subsequently, the lawmaker's son-in-law goes missing. Kim Seo Hui, the youngest daughter of the deceased lawmaker, finds herself in distress as her husband vanishes. Their marriage was intended to benefit their families, but their bond has been troubled. Determined to uncover the truth behind her father's demise and locate her missing spouse, Kim Seo Hui enters the political arena. Together, Jo Tae Sik and Kim Seo Hui begin to unravel a conspiracy and strive to expose the truth.

Recommendation: Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 3 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Cold Case: Shinjitsu no Tobira Season 3(コールドケース3 ~真実の扉~)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadFlashback To PastMiniseriesMultiple MainsPolice Department Setting

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

Updated version: Revamp of the American television show "Cold Case" that originally aired in 2003.

Recommendation: The Truth (2020) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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The Truth (2020)(凶案现场)

2020China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathMurderRevengeSmart Male LeadWeb Series

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

The ongoing investigation into a homicide from a decade ago exposes the depths of human depravity and reveals a carefully orchestrated act of vengeance. Feng Lang, a brilliant detective, uncovers a disturbing plot linked to a pharmaceutical company from the past while working on various cases. Teaming up with the youthful officer Fan Yun and a team of investigators, they must use their intellect and determination to unravel the enigma.

Recommendation: Memory Lost Season 3 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Memory Lost Season 3(美人为馅3)

2016China
Novel AdaptationDetective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerActionAge GapAmnesiaFriendshipRomance

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 37% similarity match.

The second season concludes with the alphabet syndicate members unveiling themselves individually. However, there remains a mysterious figure whose whereabouts and identity are still unknown. Despite numerous deaths linked to the other members, there is no evidence of his involvement in any crimes. Han Chen and Su Mian are both aware of his presence, hinting at his elusive nature.

Recommendation: Century Lao Che similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Century Lao Che(百年老宅)

2009China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Be Irreconcilable similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Be Irreconcilable(势不两立)

2014China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Two Women in the War similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Two Women in the War(兩個女人的戰爭)

2016China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Double Characters similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Double Characters(夜行人)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

Recommendation: Summer Heat (2006) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Summer Heat (2006)(心慌、心郁、逐個捉)

2006Hong Kong
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

Recommendation: Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 4 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Keishichou Sousa Ikkachou Season 4(警視庁・捜査一課長 2020)

2020Japan
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaInvestigationMystery

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Drama, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 36% similarity match.

Junichi Oiwa, head of the non-carrier top-notch investigator team comprising more than 400 skilled detectives, is the newest addition to this lineup dedicated to resolving challenging cases. Joining him are familiar faces like Hirotaro Honda, Knights Nobuyuki Hanawa, Hiroki Suzuki, and Akio Kaneda. The narrative also delves into the most recent updates from Tokyo and unveils previously undiscovered corners of the city.

Recommendation: Double Characters Season 2 similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Double Characters Season 2(夜行人二)

2017China
DramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Wind Chime similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Wind Chime(示铃录)

2016China
Novel AdaptationInvestigationMysterySuspenseThriller

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 36% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Ji Tang Tang, who uses her unique abilities and specialized tools to unravel mysteries on behalf of the deceased. Once a cheerful girl surrounded by loving parents, she tragically lost them one fateful night. Fearing connection with others, she has roamed alone for four years, growing into a strong and self-reliant individual unafraid of danger. Yue Feng, a righteous companion, stands by her side as she navigates through her adventures. Extracted from Wei Yu's novel "The Voice of Death" ( ).

Recommendation: Double Tap (2021) similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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Double Tap (2021)(双探)

2021China
Detective FictionDetective Male LeadInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerInspired By A True StoryKidnappingWeb Series

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Detective Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

Li Hui Yan, a clever police detective in Beijing, constantly struggles with financial difficulties while residing in a humble traditional community with his teenage son

Recommendation: To Get Unstuck in Time similar to Suna no Utsuwa (2004)
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To Get Unstuck in Time(隔世追兇)

2004Hong Kong
Detective FictionDramaInvestigationMysterySuspenseThrillerRomanceSupernaturalTime Rift

Like Suna no Utsuwa (2004), this drama also features Detective Fiction, Drama, Investigation, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 35% similarity match.

The series follows Ho Tin Kwong, a police officer who stumbles upon his late father's old cellphone during a stormy day. To his astonishment, after being struck by lightning, Tin Kwong realizes that the phone can communicate with his father from 20 years ago, before he passed away in a mysterious unsolved crime. With his father's assistance, they work together to revisit old cases and solve them across the 20-year gap in time.