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Tantei☆Hoshikamo(探偵☆星鴨)

2021Japan
ComedyHardworking Male LeadInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryStalking

Hoshikamo had always dreamed of being a private investigator, and he currently operates as one. He struggles with connecting with women. In the past, he was employed at a large detective agency, but now he manages his own detective firm located in his grandmother's recycling store. Working alongside his assistant Tsugumi Karato, Hoshikamo tackles a variety of cases. Their first encounter was when Tsugumi Karato sought his help with a stalker issue.

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Recommendation: Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Kaette Kosaserareta 33pun Tantei(帰ってこさせられた33分探偵)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDetective Fiction

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 63% similarity match.

Rokuro Kurama is a fan of detective stories and mysteries, as well as a private investigator. In every installment, he aims to crack a straightforward case in under 33 minutes. However, due to his lack of sharpness, Rokuro Kurama frequently makes errors.

Recommendation: 33pun Tantei similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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33pun Tantei(33分探偵)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDetective Fiction

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 63% similarity match.

Kurama Rokuro works as a private investigator who has a passion for detective stories and mysteries. Despite his belief in ghosts and UFOs, he has a strong aversion to blood and corpses. Although he possesses keen insight and a vivid imagination, his conclusions are often based on speculation. In cases where he wrongly accuses individuals, he makes amends by sending them a gift along with an apology. His goal is to solve a seemingly simple case within a limited timeframe of 33 minutes, despite it being typically solvable within 5 minutes. His unconventional theories and ideas lead to a higher number of potential suspects and his unconventional reasoning often complicates matters. Will he ultimately be able to uncover the true culprit? - Fuji TV

Recommendation: Kimi Hannin Janai yo ne? similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Kimi Hannin Janai yo ne?(キミ犯人じゃないよね?)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Morita Sakura is an unconventional "freeter" with aspirations of becoming a mystery novel author. Throughout the series, she takes on different part-time jobs while assisting Officer Udagawa, a detective who recognizes her exceptional memory and deductive abilities. In contrast, Udagawa, who entered the police force due to his father's influence, is somewhat incompetent and often develops feelings for female suspects. --Tokyograph

Recommendation: Houkago wa Mystery Totomo ni similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Houkago wa Mystery Totomo ni(放課後はミステリーとともに)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Kawaguchi portrays Kirigamine Ryo, the vice-president of the detective club at Koigakubo Academy. Despite her self-assured demeanor while tackling school mysteries, her deductions often have inconsistencies. While she may struggle to solve cases right away, she eventually arrives at the correct answers with assistance from her peers. Hayami will take on the role of Ishizaki Hiromi, an unconventional biology teacher.

Recommendation: Tenshi wa Mop wo Motte similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Tenshi wa Mop wo Motte(天使はモップを持って)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

In the film, Kitano portrays a skilled cleaner who not only solves mysteries but also brings emotional healing to the individuals she encounters while working in an office building.

Recommendation: Ranmaru Kami no Shita wo Motsu Otoko similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Ranmaru Kami no Shita wo Motsu Otoko(神の舌を持つ男)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 57% similarity match.

Tomonaga Ranmaru, Kamekanbo Hikaru, and Miyazawa Kanji, brought together by a series of unexpected events, travel across Japan in a car to visit hot spring inns where they can eat and rest. Their main goal is to find a mysterious hot spring geisha named Miyabi.

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Fujoshi Deka(腐女子デカ)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryPolice Officer Female Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Hoshi Akiko is a law enforcement officer who is a fan of yaoi manga. She becomes excited when there is a case involving an attractive man, and she approaches solving the cases in her own distinctive manner.

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Shirato Osamu no Jikenbo(白戸修の事件簿)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

In his second year as an unemployed college graduate, Shirato Osamu (played by Chiba Yudai) is known for his kind-hearted nature and shy demeanor. Despite being overlooked by girls, his life takes an unexpected turn when he reunites with his childhood friend Kurosaki Hitoshi (portrayed by Hongo Kanata). Shirato finds himself unexpectedly popular due to some incidents, leading him into various troublesome situations. Although he would prefer to focus on finding a job, he struggles to turn away from the cases he becomes involved in.

Recommendation: Honjitsu wa Taian Nari similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Honjitsu wa Taian Nari(本日は大安なり)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryRomance

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Yuka portrays Takako, a wedding coordinator faced with the challenge of managing five weddings at a single location on an auspicious day. However, her plans are jeopardized when a menacing letter arrives, insisting that all the ceremonies be called off. Determined to uncover the perpetrator, Takako races against time to ensure the weddings proceed as scheduled. As the day unfolds, the hidden secrets of each couple gradually emerge.

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Asadora Satsujin Jiken(朝ドラ殺人事件)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Niimi Miho, a member of the NHK drama team, stumbled upon a daruma doll on the set one day. She was then tasked with removing it from the filming location.

Recommendation: Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2 similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Toshi Densetsu no Onna 2( 都市伝説の女 2)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysterySupernatural

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

"Toshi Densetsu no Onna" is a comedic mystery series that follows the story of Otonashi Tsukiko, a gorgeous female detective with a fascination for urban myths. Through her unique perspective and charm, she solves a variety of cold cases that have connections to these legends. In the upcoming sequel, Tsukiko returns to Japan from her trip to New York and becomes a member of the newly established "Unscientific Incident Investigation Unit" within the Metropolitan Police Department. The first episode will explore an urban legend linked to Mount Fuji.

Recommendation: Keiji 110 Kilo similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Keiji 110 Kilo(刑事110キロ)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Taro Hanazawa, a police officer weighing 110 kilograms, serves at a police station in the picturesque city of Kyoto. Known for his keen perception, he adeptly handles the issues faced by both locals and tourists. Recognizing his skills, Section Chief Reiko Nishikiori appoints him as her assistant detective. In addition to his sharp insight, Taro's ability to connect with others, his stubbornness, and determination in solving cases also set him apart.

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Shuden Bye Bye(終電バイバイ)

2013Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDrama

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

At the stroke of midnight, Sato (played by Gaku Hamada) finds himself near Tachikawa Station, still dressed in his suit, rushing to catch the final train of the night. Along with several other commuters, Sato races towards the station, only to be split into two separate groups at a crossroad. Opting to follow the group that veers down an alleyway, Sato ultimately misses the train by a hair's breadth as it pulls away from the platform. Alone and disoriented, Sato wanders through Tachikawa Station, only to find himself in a deserted park. There, he encounters a peculiar-looking man who approaches him despite Sato's attempts to avoid conversation. Feigning intoxication, Sato's ruse is quickly uncovered by the man, leading to an unexpected night spent together.

Recommendation: Keiji 110 Kilo Season 2 similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Keiji 110 Kilo Season 2(刑事110キロ 2)

2014Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective Male Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Hanazawa Taro is currently serving as a detective in a specialized unit within the First Investigative Division of Kyoto Prefectural Police. Despite his lack of experience in investigations, he relies on his physical presence and friendly demeanor to establish connections with individuals and delve into their inner thoughts. Through his keen observation skills, he is able to quickly identify inconsistencies and successfully crack cases. Although he faced setbacks and regrets during his initial year as a detective, he has since refined his analytical abilities and deductive reasoning by engaging with a variety of suspects. His aptitude for solving crimes surpasses that of his colleagues, as he approaches investigations from a unique perspective that often goes unnoticed by others.

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Bittare!!! (2015)(びったれ!!!)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A Manga

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Tsutomu Ibu is employed at a legal document preparer's office. While he usually comes across as friendly, there are moments where he may seem naive. However, his demeanor changes drastically when he witnesses vulnerable individuals being exploited by those driven by greed. In his role as a legal document preparer, he confronts and takes action against such greedy individuals.

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Nuu-san Fushigi.(ぬーさん Fushigi.)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryShort Length Series

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Three young women move into a new home together and are surprised to find a peculiar fourth roommate who insists she is a time traveler and has a giant plush toy for a head.

Recommendation: Mei Tantei wa Kimida similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Mei Tantei wa Kimida(名探偵は君だ)

2021Japan
InvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDetective Fiction

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

This new mystery drama offers viewers the chance to engage in deductive reasoning like a sleuth by analyzing different clues. Takahashi, the detective, takes on the challenge presented in a mysterious letter from a key figure in the case, portrayed by guest stars like Yuriyan Retriever and BOYS AND MEN. As the story unfolds, Takahashi unravels the mystery with the help of the audience.

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Detective Alice(수사관 앨리스)

2015South Korea
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionInvestigator Female LeadWeb Series

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Cheon Yeon Ju is a young woman dedicated to solving criminal cases

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Gate on the Horizon: Goth(ゲート・オン・ザ・ホライズン〜GOTH〜)

2025Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryYouth

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Taku, who has an exceptional memory for everything he observes, makes an effort to keep a low profile to avoid becoming overwhelmed by the influx of information. Since music doesn't linger in his mind, he frequently hums melodies to help sort through his thoughts. His classmates, Mick and Yoji, often join in by either rapping or harmonizing with him, creating a playful atmosphere. One day, the trio encounters a group of troublemaking high school students called the Nakayama Koza Union, led by their powerful leader, Ganaha Ryu. As tensions rise, Taku’s father, Takita Hiroki, along with his twin sibling, Angama—also known as Takita Koichi—arrive just in time to intervene. For an unexpected reason, they find themselves engaged in a rap battle, where Taku’s father and his twin, along with Ganaha Ryu’s younger brother, Ganaha Rui, commonly referred to as Beam-kun, start competing in rap. Beam-kun delivers a commanding performance, and when Taku is criticized for his rapping not qualifying as real rap, the audience and members of the Nakayama Koza Union hurl insults, igniting a brawl. Mick fights valiantly like a warrior, but ultimately, both he and Yoji are outnumbered and find themselves in a precarious situation. At that critical moment, Taku unexpectedly begins to sing, and his captivating voice captures everyone's attention. The fighting halts, and the spectators, touched by his spontaneous song, start to weep. Because of Taku’s performance, Ganaha Ryu recognizes him, leading to Taku, Mick, and Yoji gaining new allies…

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Akutotachi wa Senri o Hashiru(悪党たちは千里を走る)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel Adaptation

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 50% similarity match.

Takasugi Atsuro used to work as a drama director at a production company until his boss stole his proposal and belittled him, leading him to quit in anger despite being in debt. Together with his broke assistant director Sonobe Yuto, they hatch a plan to kidnap a wealthy family's dog. However, their scheme is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a mysterious woman named Mikami Natsuko and the child of the targeted family, Shibui Takumi. Takumi proposes that they should kidnap him instead. Later that night, a man claiming to be John Lennon calls and accuses Takasugi of kidnapping Takumi. The true motive behind this mysterious turn of events remains unclear.

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Tantei Kazoku(探偵家族)

2002Japan
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryBusinessDetective FictionFamilyInvestigator Female Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

According to an old saying, the first generation establishes a business while the second generation may lead to its downfall. After the Tanaka Family's father, who worked as a private investigator, passes away, the eldest daughter Sayuri must determine the fate of the family detective agency. With her younger siblings showing no interest in continuing the business, Sayuri is on the verge of closing it down until her long-lost elder brother, Ichiro, makes a return. Despite now being a struggling single father working as a truck driver, Ichiro decides to take over the business and uphold the family legacy, despite having minimal experience aside from childhood games of cops and robbers. As the new "president" of the agency, Ichiro moves back into the family home after many years away. Can the Tanaka Clan revive the business together, or does Ichiro have different intentions for the company? (NTV)

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Hello Harinezumi(ハロー張りネズミ)

2017Japan
ComedyInvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryAdapted From A MangaDetective Agency SettingDetective FictionEccentric Male Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 45% similarity match.

Located in Shimo Akatsuka within Tokyo's Itabashi ward, the Akatsuka Detective Agency operates discreetly above a small snack shop owned by their landlord. Founded by the unconventional chief Kaze Kaoru and her two investigators, Goro and Gure, the agency specializes in handling unusual cases that others shy away from. Their guiding principle is to be both empathetic and intrusive, leading them to immerse themselves in peculiar situations with their clients. While they are sometimes driven by the prospect of selling a sensational story to the media, they also take on pro bono work. Despite their rough demeanor and constant struggle to make rent, the team always manages to find innovative solutions by approaching mysteries with passion, even when success is uncertain. Their ranks are later joined by Ranko, initially a client, as well as other companions they encounter on their adventures.

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TOP Secret (2017)(機密訊號)

2017Taiwan
InvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryCrimeDetective Fiction

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

After a classified program is exposed, investigator Huang Zi Rong is tasked with locating it and preventing it from falling into the wrong hands. During his search for the leak, he encounters Li Juan, an ordinary woman. Although she is released due to a lack of evidence, she is later found dead, suspected to have taken her own life. Police officer Jiang Zheng Da notices Huang Zi Rong near the crime scene and grows wary of him, but the situation becomes more complicated when Li Juan's roommates are targeted for something she left behind. Jiang Zheng Da is forced to collaborate with Huang Zi Rong in order to uncover the truth and apprehend the perpetrator.

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Ranpo R(乱歩R)

2004Japan
InvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionPsychological

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

The story follows Akechi Kogoro, who comes from a long line of renowned detectives. Despite inheriting his grandfather's sharp deductive skills, Akechi is portrayed as timid and somewhat cowardly, adding a relatable aspect to his character as a detective. Despite his reluctance, Akechi always finds himself confronting criminals and solving cases. (YTV) Based on a novel by Edogawa Ranpo.

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7 Mannin Tantei Nitobe(7万人探偵ニトベ)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryAmateur Detective Female LeadDetective Fiction

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Nitobe Tsugumi is known as the "70,000 People Detective" because she has a network of 70,000 friends online who help her solve challenging cases using their collective brain power. (DramaWiki)

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Last Mail 2(ラストメール2)

2009Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDramaSupernatural

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

After his grandfather's death, Kazuki Yamada reluctantly takes on a position at a company called "In any case, we'll handle it," where he fulfills various tasks for temporary employees. When he receives a text message from an unknown sender asking him to "make everyone smile for me," he mistakenly believes it is a job request. Upon arriving, he realizes the situation is not what he anticipated. Teaming up with his childhood friend and colleague, Shizuka Hasegawa, they work together to fulfill the final wishes of deceased individuals.

Recommendation: Tokumei Tantei Season 2 similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Tokumei Tantei Season 2(匿名探偵 2)

2014Japan
InvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryDramaPlayboy Male Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

A mysterious detective rents a room in a building that houses questionable strip clubs. Despite not being a professional investigator, he takes on various tasks for money, acting as a mediator. His usual gigs involve working at a strip club and handling minor cases like stalking and debt collection to make ends meet. Interestingly, he only accepts requests from women. This tough, unsentimental investigator, who enjoys bourbon and jazz, avoids modern technology like phones and emails. Although he is not lacking in female companionship, he has a strict rule of not getting involved with the same woman twice. He is known for his kindness towards women, which often leads him into unnecessary conflicts with those who fail to compensate him.

Recommendation: Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2 similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2(捜査会議はリビングで おかわり!)

2020Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFamilyRomance

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

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Spy Meshi: Ikoku Gourmet Sennyu Ki(スパイめし~異国グルメ潜入記~)

2022Japan
InvestigationInvestigator Male LeadMiniseriesMysteryFoodForeigner Supporting Character

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Investigator Male Lead, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Public safety officers Kijima and Nakajo are conducting an investigation in various foreign communities in Japan to locate a foreign individual carrying a red bag filled with confidential information

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The Secret of the Grand Mansion: The Missing Girls(대저택의 비밀: 사라진 소녀들)

2021South Korea
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryFriendshipShort Length Series

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

In "The Mystery of the Grand Mansion: The Vanished Girls," viewers will follow the journey of ten WJSN members - Seola, EXY, Bona, Soobin, Luda, Dawon, Eunseo, Yeoreum, Dayoung, and Yeonjung - as they find themselves stranded on a desolate planet following a mysterious incident on their way to a prestigious event. As they stumble upon the Grand Mansion, their curiosity is piqued by signs of someone's presence inside.

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The Last Cop Season 2(ラストコップ 2)

2016Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryDetective FictionDetective Male Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

In June 2015, Kyogoku suddenly awoke from a 30-year coma following an accident during an investigation

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Mousou Sousa(妄想捜査)

2012Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kuwagata Koichi works as an associate professor in the Department of Literature at a lesser-known university. Despite being labeled as a skilled detective by society, he doesn't possess the typical qualities of a famous figure. While he may seem calm and composed on the outside, he harbors intense emotions within. Praise lifts his spirits, while criticism brings him down. His unconventional behavior attracts a series of challenges and mishaps, leading to a life filled with setbacks. However, he decides to turn over a new leaf, leaving behind his troubled past and embracing a more stylish lifestyle by tackling crises effortlessly in his role at the university. He tackles difficult problems with his ever-evolving creative ideas. His only confidante in his unconventional thought process is Shinno Hitomi, a sophomore studying literature at the university.

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Hoiku Tantei 25-ji - Hanasaki Shinichiro wa nemurenai!!(保育探偵25時~花咲慎一郎は眠れない!!~)

2015Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Shinichiro Hanasaki used to work as a detective for the police department, but now he runs a nursery called "Smiling Garden." In order to assist underprivileged families and single parents by offering affordable childcare, he operates on a very tight budget. To generate extra income, he decides to open a private detective agency at night. This storyline is based on the novel series "Hanasaki Shinichiro" by Shibata Yoshiki.

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Keishicho Zero Gakari Season 5(警視庁ゼロ係SEASON5)

2021Japan
ComedyInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryNovel AdaptationEccentric Male Lead

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 44% similarity match.

Recommendation: Strike it! Painters similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Strike it! Painters(罢工吧!画手)

2017China
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Discover the mysteries concealed within the artist's protest and uncover the reasons behind the adolescents' escapade through the dimensional barrier

Recommendation: Joshidaisei Kaikeishi no Jikenbo similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Joshidaisei Kaikeishi no Jikenbo(女子大生会計士の事件簿)

2008Japan
ComedyInvestigationMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hagure Keiji: Junjoha Series 18 similar to Tantei☆Hoshikamo
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Hagure Keiji: Junjoha Series 18(はぐれ刑事純情派 シリーズ18)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

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IT Champions(IT行者)

2014Hong Kong
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

The IT industry is reserved for a select group of individuals who possess exceptional intelligence and skills. These individuals are responsible for creating innovative technologies, improving network systems, designing captivating video games, and developing business solutions. Every day, they face difficult challenges in the field of information technology and devise solutions that enhance our lives and provide entertainment.

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Destination Nowhere()

2017Hong Kong
ComedyInvestigationMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

CID officer Man Kiu Pak, a small man who stumbled into success, is promoted to inspector for his heroic actions. Meanwhile, reporter Gai Wing Yin, who appears to have a perfect life, is struggling financially and caught between her daughter and second husband. The honest but naive thief Cheung Hak finds himself resorting to desperate measures to make a living, including a botched kidnapping with his partners Lau Chau and Kwan Kai. Their kidnapping target turns the tables on them and forces them to kidnap her mother instead. As they try to cover up their mistakes, more errors ensue, leading to a web of suspicion and misunderstanding. The absurdity of real life unfolds in a suspenseful and darkly humorous plot that keeps viewers hooked.

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Nothing Special Force(雜警奇兵)

2017Hong Kong
ComedyInvestigationMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Comedy, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

The ME unit is known for handling a variety of cases that fall under the category of "miscellaneous". These include matters such as nuisance complaints, liquor license issues, non-criminal deaths, and other miscellaneous cases. Inspector Ben Wong, who works in the ME unit, prefers the slower pace of life. His interactions with the impatient and pregnant Mandy Wong lead to conflicts. Another member of the unit, former undercover agent C Kwan, has been coasting along for years. Will his reunion with his first love Jacqueline Wong reignite his passion for his work? As the ME unit deals with strange and unusual cases, there is a mix of laughter and tears.

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M no Higeki(Mの悲劇)

2005Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

When Ando Mamoru was a young boy, he had a frightening encounter with a burglar at his home. This traumatic experience influenced his decision to join a security company, where his strong instinct for danger led to quick promotions. As he prepares for his upcoming engagement to Yuki, the daughter of the company's director Shimaya, Mamoru is filled with happiness. However, during a train ride to an important business meeting, he crosses paths with a woman dressed in mourning attire named Aihara Misa, sparking a series of unexpected events. Though Mamoru does not recognize her, Misa harbors a deep resentment towards him, setting off a chain of unfortunate events in Mamoru's life.

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Takeru: Shinjin Sousakan Fairu(タケル 新人捜査官ファイル)

2009Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

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Fake Kyoto Bijutsu Jiken Emaki(フェイク 京都美術事件絵)

2011Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in Kyoto and follows Urasawa Yu, a 40-year-old part-time university lecturer who excels at deciphering people's intentions in art-related scenarios and authenticating historical artworks. Despite her social awkwardness, her exceptional judgment allows her to uncover the truth behind different events occurring in her surroundings. (Tokyograph)

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Nichome no Homuzu(二丁目のホームズ)

2013Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Difficult cases occur in the 2-chome district, where a unique individual fights against wrongdoing. Presenting themselves as male, but with a feminine spirit, the detective known as Holmes of 2-chome unravels the enigmas.

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Tokusou(トクソウ)

2014Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Special prosecutors are known for their significant investigative powers. Oda Toshiya has recently joined the team led by Onizuka Tsuyoshi, the deputy of the Special Investigation Department, after transferring from the Chiba Public Prosecutors Office. Onizuka's specialized unit is currently focusing on a bribery case involving Dainippon Construction, a prominent construction company responsible for building a dam, and a prefectural governor. Oda has concerns about Onizuka's investigation methods and decides to conduct his own search. Eventually, he discovers a subcontractor involved in the case.

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Chi No Shio(地の塩 )

2014Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Archaeologist Kensaku Kamimura uncovers a groundbreaking find that challenges historical beliefs. His discovery in the village of Shiona suggests that humans inhabited Japan during a previously unrecognized period. The revelation attracts attention to the area, drawing new visitors. Editor Rina Sakuma collaborates with Kensaku to document his findings in educational textbooks. As they spend time together, Rina finds herself drawn to Kensaku. Meanwhile, the remains of a missing female student are unearthed at the excavation site where Kensaku is working, sparking Detective Taichi Yukinaga to reopen the cold case. A scholar approaches Rina with claims that Kensaku's discovery has been tampered with.

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Utenai Keikan(撃てない警官)

2016Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

One day, Inspector Shibasaki Reiji from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department's General Affairs Department is held accountable for the mysterious suicide of a subordinate and demoted to a local police station, despite being considered one of the top candidates in the police force. Reiji was instructed by his superior, Nakata, to allow his subordinate Kazuhiko Kido to participate in shooting training, even though Kazuhiko had a history of depression. Following Nakata's orders, Reiji gave Kazuhiko a handgun, which led to Kazuhiko taking his own life. Despite being questioned about the incident, Nakata denied ever giving such instructions regarding Kazuhiko. As Reiji shows love to his family, he is not afraid to use intimidation tactics on his colleagues to advance in his career. After realizing that he was framed, Reiji comes up with a plan to uncover the truth and get back on track in his career.

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Nippori Charlies(日暮里チャーリーズ)

2020Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.

Led by the enigmatic Charlie, three individuals residing in the "Dark Knight" mansion offer their services to clients free of charge. Yanaka, the playwright, gathers intel, while Imosaka uses his captivating magic skills. Kishi, a master of disguise, can assume a hundred different personas. Will Kishi and his team be able to resolve their clients' issues? And what secrets lie behind Kishi's true identity?

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Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira(警視庁強行犯係 樋口顕)

2021Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

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Keishicho Kyokohangakari Higuchi Akira Season 2(警視庁強行犯係 樋口顕 Season2)

2022Japan
InvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tantei☆Hoshikamo, this drama also features Investigation, Miniseries, and Mystery themes with a 43% similarity match.