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Tengoku no Koi(天国の恋)

2013Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

In "Love of the Heavens," the story revolves around a romance between a woman in her forties and men in their twenties. Itsuki Hanyu, a 41-year-old housewife, runs a used bookstore and is stuck in a troubled marriage, with her 14-year-old daughter being the only reason it hasn't fallen apart. One day, Itsuki's dormant desires are awakened when she catches Shida Motoharu trying to steal an erotic novel from her shop. Fueled by her newfound desires, Itsuki embarks on a love affair with the young man. Later on, she encounters Kunimoto Satoshi/Komato Shio, who bears a striking resemblance to a past love and brings back dark secrets from the past.

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Recommendation: Love Actually (2015) similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Love Actually (2015)(戀上黑天使)

2015China
Age GapDramaRomance

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 100% similarity match.

Ma Liang is a carefree individual who acts without considering the outcomes. His girlfriend of two years, Xiao Meng, has grown tired of this behavior and suggested they end their relationship. Ye Man Ling, a wealthy woman recently divorced, returns to China to take over her late father's company. During an awards event, Ye Man Ling and Ma Liang accidentally cross paths, sparking an unfortunate connection between them.

Recommendation: May-December Love Season 2 similar to Tengoku no Koi
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May-December Love Season 2(小丈夫)

2016China
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceFamilyFriendship

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 83% similarity match.

Yao Lan, a serious and mature woman of 33, falls deeply in love with the lively and romantic Lu Xiao Bei, who is nine years her junior. Can they navigate the obstacles in their path and find happiness together? (Viki)

Recommendation: Blind Date (2017) similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Blind Date (2017)(盲约)

2017China
Age GapDramaRomanceFamily

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 80% similarity match.

Xia Tian, a young woman who is currently single, discovers that her mother is willing to pay for her sister's wedding if she attends with a boyfriend. Determined to prove her mother wrong and ensure her sister's dream wedding, Xia Tian sets out to find a boyfriend within 258 days. This storyline is a remake of the Argentinian TV series "Blind to Dating" (Ciega a Citas) [2019]. (Viki)

Recommendation: To Grow with Love similar to Tengoku no Koi
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To Grow with Love(肥田囍事)

2006Hong Kong
Age GapDramaRomanceComedy

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 80% similarity match.

Fat Tin, a wealthy man's daughter in the Philippines, is concerned about her future due to her weight. Her father tries to arrange a marriage for her with Mak Ka Fai, but Fat Tin is uninterested and flees to Hong Kong. In Hong Kong, she faces criticism for her weight from Tai Hei, a successful designer. Despite their differences, they eventually grow closer due to unexpected events in the Philippines.

Recommendation: Musashi no Rondo similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Musashi no Rondo(ムサシノ輪舞曲)

2025Japan
Age GapAge GapOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceAdapted From A Manga

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 80% similarity match.

Since childhood, he has harbored feelings for the girl next door, who is a decade his senior. However, despite the years that have passed, he remains trapped in the role of "the younger brother who feels like family." Just when he was ready to relinquish hope, a romantic rival emerges, reigniting his determination. He resolves to pursue her more assertively! After a decade of unreciprocated affection, things finally begin to change!

Recommendation: Solitude similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Solitude(고독)

2002South Korea
DramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 75% similarity match.

Gyeong Min works as a director at a company that specializes in corporate branding. Her top priorities include her job, her daughter Jeong Ah, and her longtime friend Eun Seok. After her daughter expresses disapproval of her new romantic interest, Gyeong Min decides not to remarry. She has some modest aspirations, such as seeing Jeong Ah become independent by the age of 20 and attending night school once she takes a break from work. However, her plans are disrupted when Young Woo enters her life and begins pursuing her romantically.

Recommendation: Match Made in Heaven similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Match Made in Heaven(천생연분)

2004South Korea
DramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomance

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 75% similarity match.

The woman erupted in joy upon their meeting. Handsome and attractive, he was even five years her junior, convinced he had struck gold by encountering her. Timelessly alluring, she also enjoyed financial independence with a steady job. Initially, everything seemed ideal. However, as is often the case, every beginning must come to an end, and the once enchanting woman transformed into an ordinary married person, while the youthful prince charming began to resemble a slacker living off idleness. One morning, she awakened and declared, “I can be angry too! And I refuse to get a divorce!” It's intriguing how their tumultuous marriage endures, even though both are aware of their extramarital affairs.

Recommendation: Long-Distance Relationship similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Long-Distance Relationship(异地恋)

2017China
Age GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceCar AccidentEnemies To LoversLong Distance Relationship

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 71% similarity match.

The plot of this television show explores the difficulties faced by couples who are in a long-distance relationship. Fang Zuo, a professor who has recently returned from studying in England, encounters Shi Nan, a 29-year-old woman who defies traditional gender norms. As they spend more time together, Fang Zuo discovers that Shi Nan was the one who rescued him from a car accident in the past. Over time, their relationship evolves from being adversaries to becoming romantic partners. (CdramaBase)

Recommendation: Themselves (2022) similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Themselves (2022)(뎀셀브즈)

2022South Korea
Age GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceLove TriangleMiniseriesWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 71% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love Comes after Sorrow similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Love Comes after Sorrow(슬픔 뒤에는 언제나 사랑)

2024South Korea
Age GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 71% similarity match.

A 20-year-old man, feeling emotionally wounded, unexpectedly finds himself attracted to a 40-year-old woman while at a cafe. (Vigloo)

Recommendation: A Thousand Kisses similar to Tengoku no Koi
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A Thousand Kisses(천번의 입맞춤)

2011South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceFamilyMultiple CouplesOlder Man-Younger Woman

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 71% similarity match.

A dramatic portrayal that examines the dynamics of age disparities in romantic relationships. Woo Joo Young and Jang Woo Bin navigate the complexities of a relationship involving an older woman and a younger man, while Jang Woo Jin and Joo Young's younger sister, Joo Mi, confront the significant age difference that exists between them.

Recommendation: Seijo similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Seijo(聖女)

2014Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 71% similarity match.

When he was 17 years old, his private tutor Ozawa Maria, who was a university student at the time, left him with a final message: "I will be your girlfriend once you are accepted into university and reach adulthood." She then disappeared from his life abruptly. He still occasionally dreams about her, even a decade later. They meet again after 10 years; she is now a suspect in a series of murders, and he is working as a lawyer. As their relationship is rekindled, a tumultuous and heartbreaking love story unfolds. The protagonist's emotions fluctuate between affection and disdain as he questions whether Maria is a malevolent figure or a virtuous one.

Recommendation: A Taste of First Love similar to Tengoku no Koi
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A Taste of First Love(拜托了! 姐姐)

2022China
Age GapOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

"A Glimpse of Young Love" narrates the tale of Sun Wei Yi, who faced financial ruin and shared a complicated bond with mechanic Bai Ze Liu

Recommendation: Newcomers to the Middle-Aged similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Newcomers to the Middle-Aged(人到中年)

2009China
Age GapDramaRomanceFamily RelationshipMarried Life

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Recommendation: Sad Goodbye similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Sad Goodbye(슬픔이여 안녕)

2005South Korea
Age GapDramaRomanceBrothers' RelationshipFamily

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

This tale revolves around the boundless and forgiving love shared among four brothers who, after years of animosity and conflict, come together to mend their ties and revitalize their father's business. Each brother embodies a different generation, reflecting the lives of ordinary individuals in contemporary society: Han Sung Jae, the eldest in his 50s, is kind-hearted but struggles with the responsibilities of being the family leader; Han Sang Kyu, the second brother in his 40s, is successful yet self-centered, focused solely on escaping his familial obligations; Han Sung Min, the third brother in his 30s, finds himself unemployed after a corporate downsizing; and lastly, Han Jung Woo, the youngest sibling, recently graduated from college and currently seeking work. The experiences of these four brothers illustrate the challenges faced by the jobless across various generations. Additionally, this series explores the true essence of marriage, showcasing how couples of different ages strive to maintain their relationships and prevent divorce.

Recommendation: Golden Apple similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Golden Apple(황금사과)

2005South Korea
Age GapDramaRomanceFamilyMultiple Couples

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Kim Kyung Sook, Kyung Ku, and Kyung Min's father, a widowed farmer, wed Keum Shil's mother when Keum Shil was just six years old. The union was far from joyful, as Keum Shil's mother maintained an affair with Park Byung Sam, a wealthy landlord in the village who was campaigning for a parliamentary seat. Following the election, her body was found in the river, and Kyung Sook's father was falsely accused of her murder. The police coerced him into confessing, and he tragically died in custody before facing trial. In reality, Park Byung Sam was Keum Shil's biological father and instructed his brother-in-law to adopt her, securing him a position at the Intelligence Office in Seoul. Meanwhile, Kyung Sook relocated to Seoul, dedicating herself to raising her brothers. She promised to exonerate her father and track down the true murderer. Despite her love for Park Jong Kyu, Park Byung Sam's son, he was not the culprit. Who was responsible, and what were their motives?

Recommendation: The Love We Couldn't Keep similar to Tengoku no Koi
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The Love We Couldn't Keep(我们不能在一起)

2024China
Age GapDramaRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Tang Wei Wei, who has always avoided romantic entanglements, finds herself developing feelings for intern Li Shu after a string of amusing mix-ups. However, her newfound happiness is short-lived when she discovers that Li Shu is actually the younger sibling of her deceased former lover and has ulterior motives for being in her life.

Recommendation: How to Marry a 40ish Old Woman in 90 Days similar to Tengoku no Koi
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How to Marry a 40ish Old Woman in 90 Days(40女と90日間で結婚する方法)

2009Japan
Age GapAge GapOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceComedyShort Length Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

A woman in her forties working as a beautician catches the eye of a young man in his early twenties who works a regular job and soon they develop romantic feelings for each other.

Recommendation: 30 Kin Sore wa 30-sai Miman Okotowari no Koi similar to Tengoku no Koi
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30 Kin Sore wa 30-sai Miman Okotowari no Koi(30禁 それは30歳未満お断りの恋。)

2020Japan
Age GapAge GapOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceAdapted From A MangaMiniseries

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Moriyama Shino, aged 30, enjoys her job but is lacking a romantic relationship. She desires to find a partner her age to date and eventually marry. Unexpectedly, Sato Mayuki, who is 9 years younger, confesses his feelings to her. Impressed by his honesty, she agrees to date him temporarily while she continues her search for a potential spouse. This story is adapted from a manga with the same title.

Recommendation: Joosama ni Sasagu Kusuriyubi similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Joosama ni Sasagu Kusuriyubi(女王様に捧ぐ薬指)

2023Japan
Age GapAge GapOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Haneda Riku, a 20-year-old university student with dreams of becoming a novelist, is surprised by his older sister Ayaka's sudden marriage. However, his attention is piqued when he comes across a flyer advertising a New Writer Discovery Contest with a grand prize of 1 million yen. Despite his lack of experience in love, Riku decides to participate in the contest. Seeking advice, he turns to his friend Mochizuki Rei, known as the most popular guy at school, who suggests he try a matching app to help him with the theme of love.

Recommendation: Coffee Cat Mama similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Coffee Cat Mama(貓屎媽媽)

2013Hong Kong
Age GapDramaRomanceComedyOlder Man-Younger Woman

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

In order to honor her deceased father's wishes, BIN KWAI WOR established a unique coffee shop where she crossed paths with BAO CHI TAI, known as "Tai Chi Bao" (Raisin Bread). TAI, a single father with an 8-year-old son, dreams of becoming the coffee king of Hong Kong. As TAI learned the art of latte-making from WOR, their feelings for each other blossomed, despite facing numerous obstacles. The biggest challenge they faced was overcoming the disapproval of WOR's two mothers, her biological mother MA SZE NGA and stepmother SO MEI, who were against their relationship. With so many hurdles to overcome, how will TAI and WOR navigate their love story and brew a strong and fragrant cup of coffee together?

Recommendation: Queen of Ahyun similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Queen of Ahyun(아현동 마님)

2007South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceFamilyLawMelodramaProsecutor Female Lead

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

Wang Hee Ji will portray a public prosecutor who encounters and develops a romantic relationship with a fellow prosecutor who is 12 years her junior.

Recommendation: Fighting Youth similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Fighting Youth(正青春)

2021China
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceBusinessCosmetic IndustryOffice SettingWorkplace Setting

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

This drama follows the journey of Zhang Xiao Yu, a fresh face in the corporate world, as she impresses Lin Rui, the sales division director at a well-known cosmetics company, with her exceptional skills. Lin Rui has gained recognition from the board of directors at SW, a cosmetics company based in France, for her numerous accomplishments as the sales director. She is on track to succeed her boss, Shu Wan Ting, but faces obstacles along the way. To protect her position, Shu Wan Ting enlists Fang Jing, Lin Rui's competitor, to oversee a new department. Zhang Xiao Yu enters the picture as Lin Rui's secretary and becomes entangled in the office politics. Despite the challenges she faces, Zhang Xiao Yu flourishes in her career and finds love amidst the chaos.

Recommendation: Uragiri no Machi similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Uragiri no Machi(裏切りの街)

2016Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceFamilyInfidelityLifeMiniseries

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

Hashimoto Tomoko, aged 42, leads a mundane life as a typical homemaker. One fateful day, she crosses paths with Sugawara Yuichi, a part-time worker 15 years her junior. Yuichi is in a relationship with Suzuki Satomi, who lives with him, while Tomoko is married to Koji. Despite being fully aware of their respective partners, Tomoko and Yuichi engage in frequent encounters in a narrow street near the Chuo train line without any clear intentions, ultimately leading to a physical relationship. These rendezvous serve as a temporary escape from the relentless monotony of their lives, filling the emotional void within them. However, an unforeseen event begins to shake Tomoko and Yuichi, unraveling an incredibly harsh reality that lies ahead for them.

Recommendation: Tomorrow Is Another Day (2014) similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Tomorrow Is Another Day (2014)(再戰明天)

2014Hong Kong
Age GapAge GapDramaPrison Setting

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, and Drama themes with a 60% similarity match.

Senior correctional officer Man Sheung Shing oversees prisoner discipline at Stanley Prison, facing daily challenges and immense pressure. His subordinate, Kiu Ching Kiu, frequently disregards rules and forms close relationships with prisoners, causing tension between them. Yiu Ngoi Ka, a colleague at Lo Wu Correctional Institution, has a long-standing acquaintance with Sheung Shing and despite their age gap, she confesses her feelings for him, only to be rejected. The complex relationships and looming riot put Sheung Shing and his colleagues in perilous situations inside and outside the prison walls.

Recommendation: Li Da Bao's Ordinary Days similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Li Da Bao's Ordinary Days(李大宝的平凡岁月)

2017China
Age GapRomanceFamily

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap and Romance with a 60% similarity match.

Upon completing middle school, Li Da Bao sought employment to provide for his family following his father's passing. He now works as a technician at a textile factory, repairing machinery. When Zhang Duo Duo, a performer in a song and dance troupe, encounters trouble at a spinning and weaving workshop, Da Bao comes to her rescue. After accompanying her to the troupe to report the incident, he unintentionally interrupts Duo Duo while she is changing clothes. In order to avoid any misunderstandings, Duo Duo decides to marry Da Bao.

Recommendation: The Silicon Waves similar to Tengoku no Koi
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The Silicon Waves(赤热)

2024China
Age GapRomanceBusiness

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap and Romance with a 60% similarity match.

A group of skilled individuals, inspired by their country's policies, embraced the trend of returning home and innovated their own technology from the ground up. They consistently enhanced their technology to support China's goal of self-sufficiency in advanced technology. Zhang Hai Chao and Li Dong Sheng, who were classmates, united technical experts worldwide to overcome obstacles and surpass challenges in the capital market led by Huang Zhong Kai. The reunion of these individuals promises to bring about a new wave of progress.

Recommendation: Tender Hearts similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Tender Hearts(우리가 남인가요)

2001South Korea
DramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceMelodrama

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 60% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the romantic relationship between Yoon Ju, a woman aged 32, and Dong Guk, a man aged 27. Despite facing disapproval from their families due to the 5-year age gap, a bigger issue arises regarding the possibility of Yoon Ju being Dong Guk's biological half-sister.

Recommendation: Rong Yao Zhi Xia similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Rong Yao Zhi Xia(荣耀之下)

2024China
Age GapDramaRomanceRevengeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

"I've returned to a place of torment

Recommendation: Enjoy Life similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Enjoy Life(살맛납니다)

2009South Korea
Age GapDramaRomanceFamilyMultiple CouplesMultiple Mains

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

A narrative centered on the romantic lives and marriages of six couples, each categorized into one of six distinct types of marital dynamics!

Recommendation: Because·Love similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Because·Love(因為·愛)

2016China
Age GapDramaRomanceBlindnessDisabilityUnrequited Love

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

According to the initial plot summary available online, the main male character is an advertising executive who enjoys riding motorcycles and rollerblading. At one point, he experiences a temporary loss of vision. The female protagonist, on the other hand, becomes deaf at the age of 18. Despite the challenges she faces, she remains determined and resilient. When she encounters true love, she must confront her feelings. Even though she has a long-time companion whom she believes will be with her forever, she must decide how to navigate this new relationship.

Recommendation: Pearl Earrings similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Pearl Earrings(珍珠耳环)

2016China
Age GapDramaRomanceChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

During the summer of 1920, there was a devastating flood that affected four counties, including Wenling and Zhejiang. In the midst of this chaos, some individuals sought to profit while others struggled to survive. Lin Bi Jun, a skilled female locksmith, escaped to Suzhou with her adoptive father in order to stay alive. Known for her intelligence and knack for fixing and unlocking things, Lin Bi Jun believed she and her father could build a comfortable life in Suzhou. However, her plans took a drastic turn when she was framed and faced execution. In a twist of fate, Lin Bi Jun found herself awakening in a luxurious room with a wealthy man in the north. As she delved deeper into the situation, she discovered a plot involving her sister and a foreigner to smuggle valuable minerals overseas for profit. Influenced by Marxist ideas from a progressive youth named Qian Zhong Jie, Lin Bi Jun was determined to protect the town's resources from exploitation. Through a series of events, she was able to persuade her sister to change her ways and together they worked to safeguard the town's valuable minerals.

Recommendation: Bu Qi Er Yu Ai Shang Ni similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Bu Qi Er Yu Ai Shang Ni(不期而遇爱上你)

2023China
Age GapDramaRomanceFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

To show gratitude towards the person who saved him, CEO Song Yan decides to propose to Jiang Lan. At the same time, Jiang Zi, the illegitimate daughter of the Jiang family, uses her newfound status to embarrass Jiang Lan and her family whenever they cross paths.

Recommendation: Reblooming Blue similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Reblooming Blue(另一种蓝)

2024China
Age GapDramaRomanceReturn To HometownStrong Female LeadWeb Series

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Chen Xiao Man has been diligently working in the city to save money for investing in her family's porcelain business. Unfortunately, she loses her job and is forced to return to her hometown. Around the same time, Chen Xiao Man's boss, Ke Yan, faces a major setback. In an attempt to turn their situations around, Ke Yan travels to Chen Xiao Man's hometown to seek advice from a renowned investor who has been living in seclusion. This leads to a reunion between Chen Xiao Man and Ke Yan, where he encourages her to pursue entrepreneurship under his guidance.

Recommendation: Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Totsuzen Desu ga, Ashita Kekkon Shimasu(突然ですが、明日結婚します)

2017Japan
Age GapDramaRomanceAdapted From A MangaComedyMiniseries

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Career-driven woman Takanashi Asuka has a traditional aspiration of getting married and being a homemaker. When her longtime boyfriend ends their relationship to focus on his career, she crosses paths with Nanami Ryu, a well-known news anchor at PTV. Asuka and Ryu hit it off, despite his aversion to marriage. Their conflicting desires in life make a romantic relationship seem unlikely, especially since Nanami believes marriage restricts personal freedom and serves as a mere escape for women. "I have no interest in getting married," he declared. Despite their differing views on marriage, Asuka views Nanami as an ideal partner. Thus, the 'Battle of Values' commences.

Recommendation: Daring Women similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Daring Women(당돌한 여자)

2010South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaRomanceDeathDeath Of A HusbandOlder Man-Younger Woman

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Ji Soon Young experiences the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Wang Se Joon, due to a tragic accident. Left to care for their adopted daughter on her own, she encounters Han Kyu Jin and falls in love with him. Unbeknownst to her, Kyu Jin is the father-in-law of her former sister-in-law, Wang Se Bin. Their lives take a significant turn when Soon Young weds Kyu Jin, making her Se Bin's mother-in-law. Now, they must navigate their new family dynamics while striving to get along with one another.

Recommendation: I Want to Die Alone similar to Tengoku no Koi
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I Want to Die Alone(ひとりでしにたい)

2025Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManAdapted From A MangaComedyMiniseries

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, and Older Woman-Younger Man themes with a 57% similarity match.

Yamaguchi Narumi is flourishing in her life as a single woman—until the unexpected and solitary death of her respected aunt, a successful career woman, profoundly unsettles her. In a state of anxiety, she plunges into matchmaking, but her efforts lead to failure. When her younger coworker Nasuda Yuya candidly remarks, "Believing that marriage offers security? That’s so old-fashioned!" Narumi undergoes a significant transformation—from konkatsu (marriage searching) to shukatsu (preparing for end-of-life). This is the unfiltered, emotional journey of a woman in her late 30s grappling with societal expectations, personal insecurities, and moments of profound appreciation—all aimed at achieving a single, vital objective: to live well in order to die well.

Recommendation: Snowman similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Snowman(눈사람)

2003South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaRomanceForbidden LoveOlder Man-Younger WomanUnrequited Love

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Initially reluctant, Seo Yun Wook and Han Pil Seung eventually develop a strong bond as sister-in-law and brother-in-law. They rely on each other for support, mischief, and companionship. Seo Yun Jung, Pil Seung's spouse, is pleased with their close relationship, but tensions arise when Wook starts to develop romantic feelings for Seung. After Wook confesses her love, their relationship becomes strained. Despite both ending up in the same police department, they make efforts to avoid each other, leading Jung to uncover the truth. Cha Sung Joon, a wealthy hotel owner's son and Wook's friend, is aware of her feelings for her brother-in-law but refuses to give up on his own affections. Wook eventually starts dating Cha in an attempt to move on from Seung, but tragedy strikes when Jung passes away. Wook's complicated feelings for her brother-in-law put her in a difficult predicament, raising questions about the nature of love within a family.

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Himitsu wo Motta Shonentachi(秘密を持った少年たち)

2023Japan
Age GapOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceEroticSuspenseThriller

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Three years ago, Mitsuishi Reiya transformed into a nocturnal creature in order to save his childhood friend Yoshino Yuki, whom he secretly loved. He encounters other boys who also hide their nocturnal identities, coming together to form a band called 404 not found at a live house. Despite their bloodlust, they strive to avoid attacking others and channel their passion into music. Each member has a challenging past of navigating the night, using their powerful music to express their shared sense of isolation. However, Reiya finds himself targeted by Kurose Takumi, the leader of the night hunters who despises their way of life.

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Viva Femina(耀眼的你啊)

2023China
Age GapDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceComedyFamily RelationshipFemale Centered PlotFriendshipSismance

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 56% similarity match.

The tale of three women with contrasting personalities who unexpectedly become friends and support each other through life's challenges, discovering their self-worth along the way. Kang Zi You, who recently returned to China from the United States, works as a sales executive director at an aesthetic medical clinic owned by her close friend Lin Qian Yu. Despite excelling in her career, Kang Zi You struggles with personal organization and relies on her daughter Kang Ni for support. Kang Ni, a skilled homemaker with a passion for cooking and table setting, cares for her mother while longing for independence. The arrival of a new doctor, Nie Yun Ze, disrupts the women's routine but also brings Kang Zi You and Nie Yun Ze closer despite their differences. Meanwhile, Lin Qian Yu's marital problems compel Kang Zi You to work with her ex-husband's wife, Meng Yu Shan, to find a solution.

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One Thousand Teardrops(一千滴眼泪)

2008China
DramaRomance

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Drama and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

On the day of Shen Xin Yi's wedding, her parents tragically take their own lives, her family's entire wealth is seized, and her fiancé leaves her. In a gesture of concern for Xin Yi's well-being, Lin Xiao You, Xin Yi's adopted sister, accidentally injures herself during a dance competition, crushing her dream of becoming a professional dancer. Despite these sudden hardships, both young women remain resilient and face the uncertain future with courage. A simple game leads Xin Yi and Xiao You into a dark whirlwind involving the wealthy patrons of Gold Coast Hotel. Xin Yi finds herself falling for the charming Jiang Hao Tian, who harbors a secret connected to the death of Xin Yi's father that could threaten their relationship. Meanwhile, Xiao You develops feelings for Meng Shao Bai, who only has eyes for Xin Yi...

Recommendation: Where Is Happiness? (2007) similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Where Is Happiness? (2007)(幸福在哪裡)

2007China
DramaRomance

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Recommendation: A Poem for the Oak similar to Tengoku no Koi
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A Poem for the Oak(相思树 )

2008China
DramaRomance

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Xiao Xiao Mu, a young woman from a rural area in Yunnan, has moved to Shanghai for work. She is determined to earn money to repay a debt she owes to Kang Kai, a kind man she deceived when she was 14 to fund her brother Xiao Xiao Pu's education. While attending a speech by Shang Jie, a popular radio host and her idol, at Xiao Pu's college, Xiao Mu unexpectedly encounters Kang Kai, who is engaged to Shang Jie. After falling victim to a theft by street criminals, Xiao Mu is taken in by Shang Jie and eventually hired as a personal assistant. She becomes a constant presence in Kang Kai's life, providing unwavering support. Xiao Mu admires Kang Kai's sense of responsibility and empathy towards others, leading her to develop feelings for him. However, Kang Kai only sees her as a younger sibling.

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When Love Has Gone(当爱已成往事)

2009China
DramaRomance

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Recommendation: It Will Be Difficult to Love similar to Tengoku no Koi
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It Will Be Difficult to Love(想爱都难)

2008China
DramaRomance

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Recommendation: Love at Sun Moon Lake similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Love at Sun Moon Lake(愛在日月潭)

2009China
DramaRomance

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After his great-aunt's passing, Jiang Zhong He embarks on a journey to trace his family lineage following a 50-year separation and unrequited love between his great-aunt and great-uncle. Armed with his great-aunt's indigenous wooden totem necklace gifted by his great-uncle, Jiang Zhong He encounters An An in Taiwan, who also possesses the same necklace. An An is a dedicated princess of the Taiwanese Aborigine community, shouldering the responsibility of supporting a local orphanage through her profession while seeking corporate sponsors. Despite being in a relationship with her wealthy boyfriend Meng Ting, An An finds herself drawn to Jiang Zhong He as they bond over time. However, societal expectations and personal reservations prevent them from pursuing their growing affection further.

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The Coming and Going(船来船往)

2009China
DramaRomance

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In a picturesque coastal city in Fujian, a cozy inn has thrived thanks to the government's promotion of the "three links" across the strait. Apart from offering convenience to visitors from both sides of the strait, the inn has also been the setting for numerous heartwarming stories.

Recommendation: Beauty in North similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Beauty in North(北方有佳人)

2009China
DramaRomance

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Recommendation: Sheng Nv De Jia Yi similar to Tengoku no Koi
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Sheng Nv De Jia Yi(剩女的嫁衣)

2009China
DramaRomance

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The plot revolves around Zhang Ke Ke, a mature single woman who uncovers her fiancé's infidelity just before their wedding. Despite the breakup, the wedding proceeds as planned, and Zhang Ke Ke ends up marrying Ma Shang, a skilled IT professional, in a quick marriage arranged with the assistance of her father.

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A Husband and Wife(夫妻一场)

2009China
DramaRomance

Like Tengoku no Koi, this drama also features Drama and Romance with a 50% similarity match.

The storyline mainly revolves around the complicated marriage of Ning Xiao Yan and Qiu Li, showcasing the lives of five Chinese couples spanning two different eras. These couples from different generations experience intense conflicts due to their distinct perspectives on marriage influenced by their backgrounds and life experiences.