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Teppachi!(テッパチ!)

2022Japan
Age GapAge GapCharacter DevelopmentDifficult AdulthoodDramaMale Centered PlotMilitaryPovertySchool SettingSlight RomanceSocial IssuesStudent Male LeadYouth

During his time in high school, Kokusho Hiroshi was a standout player in the rugby club, gaining national recognition. His aggressive and self-centered playing style led to injuries and criticism from his teammates, causing him to become isolated. After graduation, he lived without a steady job until a fight resulted in him losing his job at a construction site and being evicted for failing to pay rent. At his lowest point, he is offered a job with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, which he initially rejects but eventually decides to pursue. Despite the challenging training, Hiroshi finds his true calling in serving his country's peace and security.

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Recommendation: One More similar to Teppachi!
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One More(ワンモア)

2021Japan
Age GapDramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthFather-Daughter RelationshipMiniseriesMultiple MainsNight SchoolSingle Father Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Sorada, a single father, always wears a school uniform and attends high school part-time for a specific reason. During his own high school years, he faced a severe illness that prevented him from attending school, leading to a significant amount of time spent in a hospital room during his youth. As an adult, he overcame the illness and eventually married his childhood friend, who was also a single mother. Together, they have a 10-year-old daughter. Despite his happiness, Sorada finds himself raising their daughter alone after his wife's passing. In honor of his late wife's wishes, he decides to enroll in the school system part-time.

Recommendation: A History of Losers similar to Teppachi!
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A History of Losers(찌질의 역사)

2025South Korea
Age GapDramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyFirst LoveMiniseriesRomanceStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

This is a tale revolving around love and relationships that can lead anyone down a path of defeat. It will be a romantic comedy showcasing people's inherent vulnerabilities and the array of exhilarating moments that accompany different types of love. The realistic portrayal of individuals at their weakest points will be balanced with humor and compassion that transcends discomfort. Seo Min Gi is a freshman in college studying Korean literature. He is cautious, contemplative, and occasionally makes daring decisions. At 20 years old, his actions often result in a series of blunders and missteps. Nevertheless, due to his introspective nature and idealistic character, he always engages in self-reflection. He is a modest outsider whose sole desire is to socialize with his friends and indulge in gaming at internet cafes.

Recommendation: Scrap Teacher similar to Teppachi!
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Scrap Teacher(スクラップ・ティーチャー)

2008Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthJunior High SchoolMiniseriesMultiple MainsNice Male LeadTeacher Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nakajima, Yamada, Chinen, and Arioka portray a group of middle school students who move to a school facing potential closure and decide to help improve the skills of their ineffective teachers. (Tokyograph)

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Chastity High(恋愛バトルロワイヤル)

2024Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthFull NudityInspired By A True StoryProlonged NudityRomanceStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

Arisawa Ichika is a student at a prestigious girls' high school that caters to the children of affluent families. Despite financial struggles, her mother Chihiro works hard to ensure Ichika can attend the school. In her second year, the school merges with an all-boys institution to form Asuran Academy, a coeducational school. However, a strict new rule is implemented that forbids dating between male and female students, with expulsion as the consequence for those who break it. To enforce this rule, the student council conducts patrols around areas like love hotels in what is referred to as the "rabbit hunt," leading to several students dropping out. To help her mother pay off a large debt, Ichika starts working as a "love keeper," discreetly accepting money from rule violators and erasing any evidence. As romance becomes more complicated, Ichika, who initially had no interest in love, finds herself drawn to Maki Ryogo and begins to reconsider her feelings. After a certain event, Ichika decides to take legal action against the school to challenge the ban on romantic relationships.

Recommendation: Magic School similar to Teppachi!
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Magic School(마술학교)

2017South Korea
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthMagician Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Lee Na Ra has never been in a relationship and aspires to lead an ordinary life. Jay is an exceptionally talented magician, while Jun, who was adopted by an American family, is currently a medical resident. Lee Seong, the youngest in the group, specializes in astrophysics. These four individuals, each distinct from one another, attend a magic school for various personal reasons. One seeks to confess his feelings to a girl, another is pursuing the dreams of his brother, one aims to provide assistance to others, and the last is trying to grapple with concepts he finds perplexing. In a time where discussing aspirations seems like a luxury, these young men feel adrift. They encounter unexpected experiences and uncover magical moments concealed within the fabric of their everyday lives. (JTBC)

Recommendation: Guo Fang Sheng similar to Teppachi!
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Guo Fang Sheng(国防生)

2011China
DramaMilitarySchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthMilitary TrainingStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, Military, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

"Guo Fang Sheng" follows the journey of college students who initially joined Huang Hua University to pursue their individual life ambitions, and are now training as National Defence students together

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Alchemist(연금술사)

2015South Korea
Age GapDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyLove At First SightMultiple CouplesRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityWeb Series

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

The storyline will focus on the romantic experiences of a vibrant female college student in her twenties, who experiences love at first sight for an older student, prompting her to become involved in a clandestine organization.

Recommendation: Dangerous Mind similar to Teppachi!
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Dangerous Mind(危險心靈)

2006Taiwan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthJunior High SchoolTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Xie Zheng Jie, a senior student at Taipei Municipal Li Ren Junior High School, is preparing to take the national senior high school entrance exams. One day, a school inspector from Taipei Education Bureau visits Li Ren and informs them about a report regarding Mr. Zhan, a math teacher at the school. The report claims that Mr. Zhan is giving math exams during music class periods. Mr. Zhan is upset upon hearing this news, but later discovers that the report was sent by Shen Wei, one of his students. As a result, Shen Wei is transferred to a different class. Jay, as Shen Wei is also known, is then required to move his desk to the hallway and attend classes from there all day for reading comic books during lessons. Mr. Zhan contacts Jay's mother to address the issue, but ends up humiliating her in front of Jay. This leads to a physical altercation between Jay and Mr. Zhan, resulting in a strict warning from the school. Jay's family disagrees with the warning, causing a conflict with the school and adding strain to Jay's parents' marriage. Jay also faces rejection from his peers. These incidents prompt Jay to reflect on the true meaning of his daily routine and what he truly desires for his future.

Recommendation: My Sunshine similar to Teppachi!
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My Sunshine(何以笙箫默)

2015China
Age GapDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthNovel AdaptationCold Man-Warm WomanFlashback To PastLifeLovers SeparatedMisunderstandingRomanceSecond Chance RomanceStudent Female Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Zhao Mo Sheng, a bright and lively college student, falls in love with He Yi Chen, a brilliant student studying law. Their relationship blossoms, but suddenly Yi Chen ends things without explanation, leaving Zhao devastated. Following her father's orders, she moves abroad and remains in the dark about the breakup. After seven years, Zhao returns home and unexpectedly runs into Yi Chen in a bustling supermarket. As they reconnect, long-buried secrets about their past resurface. Can these former flames reignite their love?

Recommendation: A Shoulder to Cry On similar to Teppachi!
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A Shoulder to Cry On(소년을 위로해줘)

2023South Korea
Age GapDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthArcheryGay RomanceHigh SchoolLGBTQ+Love Hate RelationshipMiniseriesPsychologicalRomanceTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Lee Da Yeol, a student who feels like an outsider at school, discovers a sense of belonging in the archery club, where his talent has led to him receiving a scholarship. His peaceful life is disrupted when a misunderstanding with popular student Cho Tae Hyeon jeopardizes his scholarship. Tae Hyeon falsely accuses Da Yeol of making advances towards him, leading to persistent rumors despite Da Yeol's attempts to clear his name. Tae Hyeon takes pleasure in harassing Da Yeol, constantly following him around. Despite Da Yeol's disdain for Tae Hyeon, he begins to question his own feelings for him, uncertain of where his hatred ends and his affection begins.

Recommendation: Once and Forever: The Sun Rises similar to Teppachi!
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Once and Forever: The Sun Rises(曾少年之小时候)

2023China
Age GapDramaSchool SettingYouthNovel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipHigh SchoolLifeWeb Series

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Qin Chuan and Xie Qiao were raised in the same neighborhood and have been arguing for as long as anyone can remember. Qin Chuan is straightforward and honest, but he is always there for Xie Qiao and remains her closest friend. No matter where life takes them, they will always find a way back to each other. Theirs is a tale of young individuals pursuing their aspirations and seizing the opportunities of their time. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: The M Riders Season 5 similar to Teppachi!
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The M Riders Season 5(萌學園五異界對決)

2013Taiwan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthFantasyHigh SchoolTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Funny Princes similar to Teppachi!
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Funny Princes(온달 왕자들)

2000South Korea
Age GapDramaSlight RomanceFamilyFemale Chases Male FirstRiches To Rags

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Slight Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

After their father passed away and their company went bankrupt, four brothers who had been living a luxurious life had to quickly adjust to their new circumstances.

Recommendation: Unlock Superpowers similar to Teppachi!
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Unlock Superpowers(我靠学习解锁超能力)

2020China
Character DevelopmentSchool SettingSocial IssuesStudent Male LeadYouthHigh SchoolSchool BullyingStudent Female LeadSupernaturalSupernatural PowerTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Character Development, School Setting, Social Issues, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a student who bullies others at school but discovers unique abilities that can be enhanced through education. As the student's strength increases, they form friendships and experience a newfound purpose in life.

Recommendation: Aozakura: Boei Daigakuko Monogatari similar to Teppachi!
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Aozakura: Boei Daigakuko Monogatari(あおざくら防衛大学校物語)

2019Japan
DramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaDormitory SettingEmotionally Strong Male LeadRoommates' RelationshipStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

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

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

2022Japan
Male Centered PlotSchool SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthBromanceComedyFamily RelationshipFriendshipStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Slight Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 26% similarity match.

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

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Atashinchi no Danshi(アタシんちの男子)

2009Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaSlight RomanceSocial IssuesComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamily RelationshipHeiress LeadReverse-HaremSibling RivalrySmart Female Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Slight Romance, and Social Issues themes with a 26% similarity match.

In recent times, the definition of "homeless" has evolved. There are young individuals known as "net cafe refugees" who lack both employment and a permanent residence, instead moving between internet cafes. One such refugee is Chisato, a 20-year-old woman who lost her mother early in life to illness. She spent her youth attempting to escape the significant debt left by her father, facing nightly confrontations with debt collectors. Chisato's perspective on "family" shifted after encountering Shinzo, a man from a wealthy family dating back to the Edo period. Shinzo had adopted six handsome sons in the hopes of finding a successor, but each son possessed peculiar traits. Shinzo offered to eliminate Chisato's debt in exchange for marriage and becoming the mother of his sons. However, living with these six men under one roof would prove challenging.

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The Prince of Tennis(奋斗吧,少年!)

2019China
DramaSchool SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaBromanceChild Prodigy Male LeadCompetitionHigh SchoolSportsTeenager Male LeadTennis Player Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Slight Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Lu Xia, a tennis prodigy who grew up abroad with his parents, possesses his father's exceptional strength and talent for tennis

Recommendation: Youth Unprescribed similar to Teppachi!
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Youth Unprescribed(非处方青春)

2020China
DramaSchool SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthChasing A DreamFamily RelationshipMedicalMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Slight Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

A story of self-discovery, defiance of stereotypes, and aspirations unfolds as a group of medical students navigate through university life in a heartfelt youth drama. At the beginning of the academic year at Southeast Medical University, Wu Yue, aspiring to be a surgeon, crosses paths with seven fellow classmates. As they delve into the complexities of medicine, they uncover each other's unique traits and characteristics, which sometimes lead to conflicts. Wu Yue and Gao Yiyang's dynamic is akin to the collision of two celestial bodies. The arrival of a young girl accompanying her ailing mother to the hospital adds another layer to their lives. The realization of life's transience and the value of relationships sparks deep emotions among the eight students, who will eventually pledge their commitment to medicine together on their journey toward becoming doctors. (ChineseDrama.info)

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My Boss, My Hero(マイ★ボス マイ★ヒーロー)

2006Japan
Character DevelopmentDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyFather-Son RelationshipFriendshipHidden IdentityHigh SchoolOrganized CrimeStudent Supporting CharacterYakuza

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Sakaki Makio, also known as "Tornado", is a rugged 27-year-old who dropped out of high school. Despite not excelling academically, his father insists he return to school to earn his diploma. With the help of a friend who is the principal of a nearby school, Makio is enrolled. Failing to graduate means losing the opportunity to become the boss to his younger brother, Mikio. Makio must also pretend to be a 17-year-old while at school to keep his true identity a secret. Any slip-up could jeopardize his chances of both finishing high school and taking over as boss. Initially struggling with his violent tendencies, Makio gradually discovers the value of education beyond exams and textbooks.

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Rookies(ROOKIES)

2008Japan
DramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthBaseballDelinquent Male LeadSport ClubSportsStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

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Tumbling(タンブリング)

2010Japan
DramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthBromanceGay Supporting CharacterGymnasticsLGBTQ+SportsStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

A chaotic situation arises at a nearby high school when a sophisticated men's tumbling and rhythmic gymnastics club is unexpectedly joined by a group of the school's toughest boys, proving their skills to everyone. "Tumbling" sheds light on the unique sport of men's rhythmic gymnastics from Japan, delivering a heartwarming and motivating story about friendship, aspirations, and the rewards of dedication. The question remains: will they all master tumbling by the end of their intense journey? (TBS)

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Gekikoi(激恋)

2010Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthLifeMiniseriesRomanceStudent Female Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Miyuu lost faith in men after her father cheated with another woman. Nevertheless, she found herself falling in love with someone despite her lingering distrust.

Recommendation: 49 similar to Teppachi!
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49(49)

2013Japan
DramaSchool SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthComedyFamily RelationshipFriendshipSpirit PossessionStudent Supporting CharacterSupernaturalTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Slight Romance, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Dan, a freshman in high school, struggles academically and athletically and prefers to spend his leisure time at home. However, one day, his deceased father's spirit inhabits Dan's body. His father, who had excelled in various areas, now bestows his talents upon Dan. As a result, Dan excels in basketball, gains popularity, and even starts dating a well-liked girl at school. His newfound success and mature perspective begin to influence his classmates, who are initially surprised by his transformation. Eventually, his friends uncover the truth behind his sudden change.

Recommendation: Koeharu! similar to Teppachi!
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Koeharu!(声春っ!)

2021Japan
Character DevelopmentDramaSchool SettingYouthChasing A DreamFemale Centered PlotMiniseriesVoice Actress Female Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Based in a voice acting academy, the story follows the journey of young women as they pursue their aspirations.

Recommendation: I Am Your Teacher similar to Teppachi!
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I Am Your Teacher(아이 엠 샘)

2007South Korea
Age GapAge GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative centers around the tensions between inexperienced educators and the challenges faced by high school students. Jang Yi San is a shy and ineffective homeroom teacher assigned to instruct Eun Byul, the sole daughter of a notorious mob boss. Eun Byul has just enrolled at MyungMoon High and lacks the motivation to excel.

Recommendation: Taiyou no Kisetsu similar to Teppachi!
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Taiyou no Kisetsu(太陽の季節)

2002Japan
Character DevelopmentDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthNovel AdaptationCar AccidentMelodramaMusicPianist Female LeadRich Woman-Poor ManRomanceUniversity

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tatsuya, a troubled college student, used to be a kind person but now carries a heavy grudge, the reason for which remains a mystery. This grudge is likely related to his father and the poverty he faces. Strangely, he has befriended the wealthiest student in school, whom he is secretly planning to harm. He feels compelled to vandalize the rich student's new car and pursue his fiance. The plot thickens when Tatsuya meets a young composer and pianist who has a limp from a past car accident. Unbeknownst to him, she is also wealthy. Living in a restrictive home with a disapproving pianist mother, the obedient young woman starts to change after encountering Tatsuya, who, in turn, appears to rediscover his compassion through their interactions.

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The Secret of Secret(비밀의 비밀)

2019South Korea
DramaSchool SettingSocial IssuesStudent Male LeadYouthDiscriminationHidden IdentityMultiple MainsShort Length SeriesSportsStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Social Issues, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

"The Secret of Secret" explores the bravery of its protagonists as they strive to mend emotional scars and advocate for human rights amidst discrimination. (HanCinema)

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The Moment the Heart Shines(하트가 빛나는 순간)

2021South Korea
Character DevelopmentDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthHigh SchoolInnocent Female LeadPopular Male LeadRomanceSocial MediaStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

Portrays the lives of teenagers in today's digital age and explores an exciting high school romance. (Naver)

Recommendation: Student Abroad similar to Teppachi!
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Student Abroad(小留学生)

2005China
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthFamily RelationshipStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot centers around the experiences and daily lives of Chinese students Liu Xin, Xiong Li, Wen Xiao Xiao, Qiu Zhi Wen, and additional characters while studying in Canada. It portrays the poignant narrative of a cohort of Chinese adolescents navigating their formative years amidst the influences of a foreign culture. (DramaWiki)

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Hakuouki SSL: Sweet School Life(薄桜鬼SSL ~sweet school life~)

2015Japan
Age GapAge GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyNice Female LeadRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

As the cherry blossoms swirled gently in the air, Chizuru Yukimura arrived at the entrance of a prestigious academy that had previously only admitted male students. This year, Hakuou Academy welcomed its first co-educational class, with Chizuru being the sole female student among them. And so, her first year at the academy commenced.

Recommendation: Love under the Moon similar to Teppachi!
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Love under the Moon(山月不知心底事)

2019China
Age GapCharacter DevelopmentDramaYouthEnemies To LoversHigh School To Working LifeLifeLong Distance RelationshipLovers SeparatedRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Character Development, Drama, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

During the late 1990s, childhood sweethearts Xiang Yuan and Ye Qian Ze had to separate temporarily. Xiang Yuan received financial support from the Ye Family to study at a university in Shanghai, while Ye Qian Ze continued with his life. Following a misunderstanding, the two lovers went their separate ways, with one in Shanghai and the other in London.

Recommendation: Kingyo Club similar to Teppachi!
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Kingyo Club(金魚倶楽部)

2011Japan
DramaSchool SettingSocial IssuesStudent Male LeadYouthCyberbullyingMiniseriesOlder Man-Younger WomanRomanceSchool ClubStudent Female LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, School Setting, Social Issues, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the adapted version of the mobile novel "Kingyo Club" by Tachibana Hana, Irie portrays Hiiragi Haru, a senior in high school who shows little interest in relationships or pursuing further education. Instead, he leads a carefree lifestyle until he intervenes to help a younger student, Harukawa Koto, who is being bullied. Together, they establish a private "goldfish club" and as their bond grows stronger, so does the intensity of the harassment towards Koto.

Recommendation: Saba Doru similar to Teppachi!
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Saba Doru(さばドル)

2012Japan
Age GapAge GapDramaSchool SettingSlight RomanceComedyEntertainment IndustryHidden IdentityIdol Female LeadMusicOlder Woman-Younger ManStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Female Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, and Slight Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot centers on Usa Shijimi, a 38-year-old high school teacher specializing in classical literature. Despite facing hostility from her students, they are unaware of her secret double life. Outside of school, she assumes the persona of Watanabe Mayu, a widely adored 17-year-old idol, by lying about her age. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Sugarless similar to Teppachi!
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Sugarless(シュガーレス)

2012Japan
DramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthActionComedyDelinquent Male LeadDelinquent Supporting CharacterGangHigh SchoolStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Drama, Male Centered Plot, School Setting, Student Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Ashita, Mama ga Inai similar to Teppachi!
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Ashita, Mama ga Inai(明日、ママがいない)

2014Japan
Character DevelopmentDramaPovertySocial IssuesYouthChild AbandonmentChild Female LeadFamilyHardworking Female LeadLifeMiniseriesOrphanage SettingSmart Female LeadTearjerker

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Poverty, Social Issues, and Youth themes with a 24% similarity match.

After Maki's mother commits assault, Maki is placed temporarily in the children's orphanage, Kogamo no Ie. Post, a young girl who has lost her parents, is a strong and positive leader at the orphanage. Piami and Bonbi also look up to Post. Despite their different backgrounds, these girls appear indifferent and not sad. Post explains that they have abandoned everything from their past, including their names, to find happiness. She advises Maki to let go of the past and embrace bravery as their only protection in the harsh world. However, Maki remains hopeful that her mother will come back for her.

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Men's Kou(メンズ校)

2020Japan
DramaMale Centered PlotSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthBoarding SchoolComedyIsland SettingMultiple MainsPrivate SchoolRomanceStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

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

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Murai no Koi(村井の恋)

2022Japan
Age GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyHigh SchoolOtaku Female LeadRomanceSerious Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterStudent-Teacher RelationshipTeacher Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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Murai is a quiet high school student who goes unnoticed with his long hair and unique walk. Despite not fitting traditional beauty standards, he musters up the courage to confess his feelings to Tanaka, a devoted gamer who only has eyes for her virtual characters. Unfortunately, Tanaka turns him down. The next day, Murai returns to school with a complete transformation - a new haircut and hair color, mimicking Tanaka's favorite character. Determined to win her over, Murai will go to great lengths to capture her attention and affection. (mangaupdates)

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Cool Doji Danshi(クールドジ男子)

2023Japan
Age GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthAdapted From A MangaAnxietyCafé SettingComedyLifeOffice Worker Male LeadTeenager Male LeadWaiter Male LeadWriter Male Lead

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The plot revolves around four characters who are notorious for their clumsiness

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Brave to Love(愛情白皮書)

2019Taiwan
Age GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthBisexual Male LeadHardworking Male LeadLifeRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterWorkplace SettingYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

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Cheng Mei, Gua Ju, Qu Shou, Xing Hua, and Song Gang became friends while participating in a student organization at university. Despite experiencing heartbreak due to romantic relationships, they remained close as they transitioned from students to working professionals. Throughout their journey, they encountered obstacles related to various issues such as same-sex relationships, workplace harassment, women's empowerment, infidelity, and relationships with significant age gaps. As they navigate through these challenges, they rely on their friendship to support each other and find solutions to the problems they face in love and life. (Viki)

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Hello My Girl(侬好,我的东北女友)

2022China
Age GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyCountryside SettingRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

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Yang Yi Shan, a young man raised in Shanghai, fled from his aunt to seek independence and enrolled in a school located in the distant northeast region

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Stand by Me(那些回不去的年少时光)

2023China
Age GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouth1990sWeb Novel AdaptationLifeRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

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Raised in the 1990s, Luo Qi Qi had a unique academic experience

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Romance(로망스)

2002South Korea
Age GapDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadComedyHigh SchoolMale Chases Female FirstOlder Woman-Younger ManRiches To RagsRomanceStudent-Teacher RelationshipTeacher Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Teppachi!, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, School Setting, and Student Male Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Unexpected and overwhelming love captures our hearts and pulls us into a whirlwind of passion, leaving us no choice but to surrender. This captivating story delves into the forbidden romance between a teacher and a student. Chae Won and Kwan Woo cross paths for the first time at a flower festival in a quaint seaside village. They are instantly drawn to each other, unaware that Chae Won is actually Kwan Woo's high school teacher. Their second encounter takes place in the classroom, where they both come to terms with the reality of their situation, feeling bewildered and embarrassed. As their love story unfolds, it intertwines with Kwan Woo's touching journey to success, evoking strong emotions in the audience.

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Lesson in Love(第9節課)

2022Taiwan
Age GapAge GapSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthControlling ParentForbidden LoveMelodramaMysteryOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceStudent-Teacher RelationshipTeacher Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

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A female teacher, who was new to the school, found herself the victim of bullying from a gifted troublemaker student. However, their clashes took a romantic turn, leading to a secretive affair where emotions were toyed with carelessly.

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Sixteen Shoukougun(シックスティーン症候群)

2020Japan
Character DevelopmentDramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthChildhood Friends RelationshipEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipMale Chases Female FirstPlayboy Male LeadPsychologicalRomanceStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting Character

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The narrative revolves around four adolescents navigating their past struggles and valuing companionship. Azuma Ibuki and Otazawa Mei form an unlikely duo. Azuma, known as a tomboy prince among her peers, contrasts with Mei, who is often referred to as the princess. Asada Mutsumi is a smooth-talking flirt who underestimates girls. Sakurai Nao is a target of bullying but chooses to ignore it, refusing to defend himself. When their paths cross, how will their lives change? Derived from the manga "Sixteen Syndrome" by Konatsu.

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Childhood Sweethearts Pianist(竹马钢琴师)

2019China
Age GapDramaSchool SettingYouthNovel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipFemale Chases Male FirstFirst LoveFriendshipMusicPianist Male LeadRomanceWeb Series

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Yang Chu Mo, a cheerful and outgoing young woman, was fortunate enough to gain acceptance into Xingchen Music College, a prestigious art university. It was there that she crossed paths with Mu Liu Nian, a well-known figure at the school. To her surprise, she realized that he was the boy next door whom she had admired since childhood. Eager to reconnect, she played a piano piece for him, only to be met with his criticism of her skills. Despite their musical differences, Yang Chu Mo was determined to team up with Mu Liu Nian for a piano competition with a prize of 10,000 yuan. However, her request was turned down. Desperate to win back his affection, she decided to express her feelings through her music.

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The Four Horsemen(澀世紀傳說)

2015China
School SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadYouthBromanceFantasyFriendshipMartial ArtsSlow Burn Story

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Roland Academy is an ancient and prestigious institution attended by the offspring of affluent and influential individuals. Upon receiving an anonymous letter informing three groups of former students that the school is at risk of closure due to external interference, they decide to send their own children to look into the matter.

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Stand by Me Season 2(一起同过窗第二季 / Yi Qi Tong Guo Chuang Di Er Ji)

2017China
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthComedyFriendshipMultiple MainsStudent Female LeadUniversity

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As summer fades away and old classmates depart while new ones arrive, the dynamics of friendship shift. Another year unfolds at the university, deepening the bond among a group of nine friends. Leaving behind the naivety of their freshman year, Lu Qiao Chuan, Zhong Bai, Ren Yi Fan, and their peers embark on their second year. Yi Xin's departure to America for studies serves as a catalyst for Shi San to excel academically. The arrival of new student Xu Lian Qiao in the electrical engineering class brings a sense of mystery with her. When the original teacher of the class departs, the once-disjointed group of students in the class begins to come together.

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The M Riders Season 6(萌學園六復活之戰)

2014Taiwan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthFantasyHigh SchoolStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

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Juken no Kamisama(受験の神様)

2007Japan
DramaSchool SettingStudent Male LeadYouthChild Male LeadElementary SchoolFamily RelationshipMiniseriesTutor Female Lead

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Umezawa Isamu, a 35-year-old employee at a prominent trading company, is a single father to his son Hiroshi, a sixth-grade student who enjoys playing baseball but dislikes studying. Following his wife's sudden decision to divorce him five years ago, Isamu has been struggling to balance his work responsibilities with household duties. In an attempt to find a preparatory school for Hiroshi's junior high entrance exams, Isamu discovers that most schools have already closed their applications. Desperate for a solution, he learns about the legendary "Goddess of Exams." This mysterious figure, known as Sugawara Michiko, reportedly aced entrance exams for 17 prestigious junior high schools two years ago and guarantees success for those she tutors. Determined to secure Michiko's help for Hiroshi, Isamu embarks on a frantic search to find her. Upon finally locating Michiko, Isamu pleads for her assistance, only to be met with her demanding condition: "If you want me to tutor your son, kneel down before me and beg."