Toto Nee-chan - Asian drama recommendation
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Toto Nee-chan(とと姉ちゃん)

2016Japan
AsadoraBusinessDeath Of A FatherDramaEditor Female LeadFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionLifePublishing House SettingShort Length SeriesSisters' RelationshipWorkplace Setting

Tsuneko Kohashi, the oldest daughter in the Kohashi family, was just 11 years old when her father, Takezo, passed away from tuberculosis. Embracing her father's belief in the value of everyday life, she took on the role of a parental figure for her mother, Kimiko, and her two younger sisters, Mariko and Yoshiko, earning her the nickname "Toto One-chan." Leading her family through challenging times, Tsuneko worked hard to support them as the head of the household. In the aftermath of the war, Tsuneko, Mariko, and Yoshiko collaborated to launch a lifestyle magazine in a war-torn Tokyo, catering to female readers. Named "Your Life," the magazine featured practical articles and quickly gained popularity. Thanks to the expertise of editor Hanayama Isaji, "Your Life" became an indispensable resource for women during the era of rapid economic growth.

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Kokoro (2003)(こころ)

2003Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadLifeShort Length SeriesBusinesswoman Female LeadFlight Attendant Female LeadMarried Female LeadRestaurateur Supporting Character

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Family Relationship, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 39% similarity match.

Suenaga Kokoro, an international flight attendant, resides in Tokyo with her mother and grandmother who run a traditional restaurant in a bustling downtown area where customs and traditions are deeply rooted, and residents have a strong sense of community. This narrative chronicles a challenging year in Kokoro's life as she transitions from a single woman to a wife, stepmother, widow, and entrepreneur deeply connected to her family and neighbors. Kokoro shares their challenges and aspirations as she faces her own hardships and prospers despite adversity. While the internet is replacing traditional communities, places like Asakusa and individuals like Kokoro strive to preserve their warmth and values. Though Kokoro's world is distinctly Japanese, people worldwide will relate to her emotions of joy and sorrow as they are captivated by this touching story of love and loss, resilience and perseverance.

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Beppin-san(べっぴんさん)

2016Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesFamilyFriendshipShowa EraWorld War 2

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 39% similarity match.

Sumire, a girl born in the affluent area of Kobe during the early Showa era, dedicated herself to creating children's clothing as a means of livelihood following the destruction of war. Eventually, she went on to open the first children's goods store in Japan.

Recommendation: Welkame similar to Toto Nee-chan
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Welkame(ウェルかめ)

2009Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaLifeShort Length SeriesFamily

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

The 81st NHK Asadora introduces a new series titled Welkame. The plot follows Nami, a young woman who grew up in a minshuku. After moving to Tokyo for a job at a magazine company, she unexpectedly loses her position and is forced to return to her hometown, where she must navigate relationships with her family and old friends.

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Gegege no Nyobo(ゲゲゲの女房)

2010Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesAdapted From An AutobiographyComic IndustryDisabilityFamilyRomance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Historical, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

The narrative focuses on the experiences of a married couple, as narrated by Mura. (Tokyograph) Based on the memoir "Gegege no Nyobo" penned by Mura Nunoe, the spouse of manga artist Mizuki Shigeru. Presented as the 82nd NHK Asadora.

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Scarlet(スカーレット)

2019Japan
AsadoraDramaHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesFamilyPotteryRomance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Historical, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kawahara Kimiko, the oldest of three sisters, was born in Osaka in 1937. When she was nine years old, her family relocated to Shigaraki in Shiga Prefecture. Surrounded by the local Shigaraki pottery, Kimiko developed a passion for ceramics and aspired to become a ceramics artist. Despite the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry, she persevered and built a groundbreaking career in ceramic arts, from her early years to her marriage.

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Ryosangata Riko: Saigo no Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki(量産型リコ -最後のプラモ女子の人生組み立て記-)

2024Japan
BusinessDramaLifeSisters' RelationshipWorkplace SettingFamilyMiniseriesOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Life, Sisters' Relationship, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

Komukai Riko, the second daughter in the family, has an older sister known for her strength and a younger sister who is more carefree. After briefly working in Tokyo, Riko returned to her parents' home following her grandfather's passing. While sorting through her belongings on the rooftop where the family gathered for the first time in four years, Riko discovered an unfinished plastic model. With the guidance of Yassan, she visited the Yajima model shop frequented by her grandfather and decided to try her hand at building her first plastic model. Feeling a deeper connection to her grandfather and family, Riko made the decision to spend the summer at her parents' house to fulfill her grandfather's unaccomplished wishes.

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Dondo Hare(どんど晴れ)

2007Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaFamily RelationshipLifeShort Length Series2000sCheerful Female LeadEngaged Female LeadFamily BusinessHeisei EraIn-Laws RelationshipInn Setting

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Natsumi, a 23-year-old woman from Yokohama, is training with her father, a master baker, to become a pastry chef. She lives with her parents and younger brother. During a trip to Iwate Prefecture with her boyfriend Masaki for his grandmother Katsuno's 77th birthday, Katsuno falls ill and asks Masaki to return to run the ryokan she manages in Morioka City. Natsumi decides to stay in Yokohama while Masaki goes back to Morioka, but surprises him later by expressing her desire to become the ryokan's manager. Will Natsumi's journey be as smooth as the title suggests?

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Audrey(オードリー)

2000Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaFamily RelationshipLifeShort Length SeriesActress Female LeadChasing A DreamEntertainment IndustryFilm IndustryMother-Daughter RelationshipReturn To HometownStepmother-Stepdaughter Relationship

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Mizuki is an aspiring actress who is still striving to achieve her dream. Despite facing the challenges of her ordinary life, she holds onto her passion for the spotlight. Despite her family's warnings, she manages to land a role with a film company in Tokyo. She goes through the ups and downs of starting out in the industry, but is devastated when the company shuts down. Mizuki returns home, but her determination to succeed remains strong.

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Days with Ambition and Pride(铁马豪情的日子)

2023China
DramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeWorkplace SettingChinese Republican EraFactory Worker Female LeadFactory Worker Male LeadFactory Worker Supporting Character

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

Tale of laborers at the railway factory in Changxindian, situated in the southwest of Beijing during the early years of the Republic of China. Kang Ben Shan, Wang Ran Qiu, Wan Cheng Shun, and other Changxin residents who were raised in the lower parts of the ancient town aspire to become skilled craftsmen, repairing complex machines and constructing top-notch trains. With the guidance of the party, they rallied the workers together, established workers' clubs, safeguarded key technical personnel, resisted Japanese encroachment, apprehended Kuomintang operatives, and devoted themselves to the nation's journey towards independence, prosperity, and industrial advancement.

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Manten(まんてん)

2002Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaLifeShort Length SeriesFamilyOuter SpaceRomanceSpace Travel

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

The 67th NHK Asadora Drama follows the story of Manten, a young woman who grew up on a small island in southern Japan surrounded by nature. Inspired by her father, who disappeared at sea when she was eight years old, Manten holds onto his dream of space exploration. At eighteen, Manten faces pressure from her mother to decide on a career path or start paying rent, while also dealing with a declaration of love from a childhood friend. Despite these challenges, Manten remains determined to pursue her dream of joining Japan's National Space Development Agency, NASDA. However, she realizes that achieving this goal will require hard work and dedication, including obtaining a college education and gaining three years of experience in the field. As Manten navigates the complexities of life and love, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of space travel, making unlikely friendships along the way.

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Teppan(てっぱん)

2010Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaLifeShort Length SeriesFamilyFoodRestaurantRestaurateur Female Lead

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 28% similarity match.

Akari's biological mother hails from Osaka. In order to delve deeper into her roots, she relocates to Osaka to reside with her grandmother. It is revealed that Akari's grandmother shut down the okonomiyaki eatery following the departure of Akari's adolescent mother. Subsequently, Akari takes it upon herself to revive the okonomiyaki restaurant and launch the business independently.

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Carnation(カーネーション)

2011Japan
AsadoraBusinessHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesBusinesswoman Female LeadFamilyFashion Designer Supporting CharacterFashion IndustryGrandma-Granddaughter RelationshipHeisei EraShowa EraTaisho Period

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the experiences of Koshino Ayako, a renowned fashion designer who died in 2006 at 92 years old. In addition to her thriving career in Japan, she also managed to raise three daughters who went on to achieve global recognition as designers themselves. These daughters are Hiroko, Junko, and Michiko.

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Juhan Shuttai!(重版出来!)

2016Japan
BusinessDramaEditor Female LeadLifePublishing House SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaCo-workers' RelationshipComedyComic IndustryEmotionally Strong Female LeadManager Supporting CharacterManga Artist Supporting CharacterOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Editor Female Lead, Life, Publishing House Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kokoro Kurosawa, who once aspired to join the Olympic Judo Team, decides to abandon her dream after getting injured

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Warotenka(わろてんか)

2017Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesComedyInspired By A True StoryMeiji PeriodPharmacy SettingRomanceShowa EraSlice Of LifeWorld War 2

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Short Length Series themes with a 27% similarity match.

Taking place from the late Meiji era to the post-World War II period in Osaka, the story follows Fujioka Ten, inspired by Yoshimoto Sei, the founder of Yoshimoto Kogyo and a female comedy show promoter. Ten comes from a family involved in the drug wholesale business in Kyoto and falls in love with Kitamura Tokichi, the son of a family in the rice industry. Despite her parents' disapproval, Ten marries Tokichi, a passionate comedy enthusiast. Together, they manage a vaudeville theater, with Ten becoming the first woman in Japan to turn comedy into a profitable venture, turning Osaka into a hub for comedy.

Recommendation: Today's Webtoon similar to Toto Nee-chan
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Today's Webtoon(오늘의 웹툰)

2022South Korea
BusinessDramaEditor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadLifeWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaCheerful Female LeadCo-workers' RelationshipComedyFormer Athlete Female LeadManhwa Artist Supporting CharacterNice Female LeadWebtoon Artist Supporting Character

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Editor Female Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Formerly a member of the National Judo Team, Ma Eum dedicated her life to the sport. However, a severe injury during a challenging match shatters her dreams of continuing in judo. Struggling to come to terms with the end of her professional judoka career, Ma Eum embarks on a new journey. Transitioning to a non-sports job in a webtoon editorial department proves to be a difficult adjustment for Ma Eum. Feeling disconnected from her colleagues and out of place due to her athletic background, she faces challenges in adapting to her new role. Despite her initial struggles, with time and support from coworkers Koo Jun Yeong and Seok Jin Hyung, Ma Eum gradually finds her place in her new life. As she overcomes obstacles and begins to settle into a routine, Ma Eum starts to chase a new aspiration. The question remains whether she possesses the strength to turn this new dream into reality.

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Incomparable Beauty(无与伦比的美丽)

2023China
BusinessDramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadLifeWorkplace SettingAge GapBusiness FailureDifficult AdulthoodFashion IndustryMultiple MainsOffice SettingRomanceWeb Series

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Family Relationship, Hardworking Female Lead, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around three pairs of individuals in their twenties, thirties, and forties, exploring authentic themes that highlight the challenges faced by young adults in their family and professional lives. Among them are Xu Yao, a Beijing resident who experienced a breakup following a business setback, and Yu Jia En, a single woman from Beijing who has maintained her independence for a decade. Zhang Qing, a girl from a small town, enjoys a vibrant and picturesque life, while Li Nian Huan, who faced a setback during pregnancy, Hao Chen Shi, a rebellious young man, and Zhao Ang also navigate their own personal crises. As these characters confront various obstacles and uncertainties, they redefine the essence of life's "beauty" through their growth and resilience.

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Junjo Kirari(純情きらり)

2006Japan
AsadoraDramaHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesSisters' RelationshipNovel AdaptationArtist Supporting CharacterFamily BusinessJazzMother-in-law - Daughter-in-law RelationshipMusicPianist Female LeadWorld War 2

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Historical, Life, Short Length Series, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 27% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture during the time period of the Second World War. At the start of the story in 1928, the protagonist, Sakurako, is a lively seven-year-old girl with a passion for becoming a jazz pianist, with music playing a significant role throughout the storyline.

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Song Hu Feng Yun(淞沪风云)

2009China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican Era

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Feng Yu Diao Hua Lou(风雨雕花楼)

2010China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican Era

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 27% similarity match.

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Su Dong Po (2012)(苏东坡)

2012China
DramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeSong Dynasty

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 27% similarity match.

A biographical series depicting the life of the renowned poet and statesman Su Dongpo, also known as Su Shi. The show will follow Su Shi's journey over six decades, starting from his early days traveling to the capital of the Song Dynasty to participate in the civil service exam alongside his younger brother, up until his passing.

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Kurumi Yohin Ten(くるみ洋品店)

2011Japan
BusinessDramaLifeShort Length SeriesMiniseries

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In a run-down shopping district, Shinoda Mariko stars as the owner of a clothing store with a unique talent for instantly knowing a customer's clothing size. The narrative will revolve around her interactions with various patrons. (Credit: JapanBullet)

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Ryosangata Riko: Mo Hitori no Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki(量産型リコ -もう1人のプラモ女子の人生組み立て記-)

2023Japan
BusinessDramaLifeWorkplace SettingMiniseries

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Komukai Riko embarks on the "Dream Crazy" project with her university peers Shinji and Asai. She presents her service idea to Inuzuka from the startup support program "Dog Run", but faces a setback when her proposal receives a critical evaluation. Additionally, she questions the term "mass production type" used by Nakano Kyoko, a member of Dog Run. Riko is encouraged to explore new ideas and stumbles upon a model shop while taking a different route than usual. With the encouragement of the shop owner, Yassan, she decides to try her hand at creating plastic models.

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Wakaba(わかば)

2004Japan
AsadoraBusinessDeath Of A FatherLifeShort Length SeriesDeathEarthquakeFamilyGardeningYouth

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Death Of A Father, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 26% similarity match.

The 71st Asadora is called Wakaba, which follows the story of a young woman who fulfills her father's desire by becoming a landscape gardener. Wakaba, originally from Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, enjoyed a happy life with her family until the devastating Great Hanshin Earthquake struck in 1995. After losing her architect father in the disaster, Wakaba, along with her mother and brother, relocates to Obi, an ancient castle town in Nichinan, Miyazaki Prefecture, where her grandmother, uncle, and aunt reside. Surrounded by Obi's lush natural surroundings, Wakaba discovers the healing power of plants and decides to return to Kobe to help rebuild the city with abundant greenery.

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Imo Tako Nankin(芋たこなんきん)

2006Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaLifeShort Length Series1960sComedyFamilyMarried Female LeadWriter Female Lead

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 26% similarity match.

The 75th NHK Asadora is titled Imo Tako Nankin and is set in 1962 Osaka. The series is inspired by an essay written by Tanabe Seiko, an acclaimed writer, which reflects on her own life. The main character, Hanaoka Machiko, is a 37-year-old single woman who works at a hardware store in Osaka City and also pursues writing. After falling ill from overwork, Machiko meets and falls in love with Tokunaga Kenjiro, a doctor who treats her. They eventually marry, but Kenjiro comes with a large extended family, including his five children, brother, sister, and parents. The drama follows Machiko as she navigates her new family dynamics while continuing to pursue her career as a novelist in a humorous and heartwarming manner.

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Girls Fighting Fate(橘祥如意)

2025China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraFamilySlight RomanceWeb Series

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 26% similarity match.

Xiu Ju, a resourceful young lady born into poverty, supports her ailing mother by selling handmade items while studying in secret. She develops feelings for the compassionate Shen Yan Zhou, but circumstances lead her to marry his elder brother, Shen Yanqing, in order to settle a debt and care for her mother. Caught between love and duty, Xiu Ju grapples with a complex array of emotions within the Shen family. Will she find a way to be with the man she truly loves?

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Mother Married for Me(妈妈为我嫁)

2008China
DramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican EraRomance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 25% similarity match.

The drama narrates the tale of Hong Pei Shan, the Hong family's adopted daughter-in-law, who defied traditional practices and challenged destiny due to her romance with the Hong family's adopted son in the era of the Republic of China

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The Story Of Zheng Yang Gate(正阳门下)

2013China
DramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican EraRomance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 25% similarity match.

The melodrama depicts the journey of Han Chun Ming, a once educated young man. Upon his return to the city from a rural village, Han Chun Ming explores various avenues to sustain himself, such as running a street vendor stall. Through his perseverance and dedication, Han Chun Ming manages to save up enough money to start his own business and capture the affection of his desired romantic partner.

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A Scholar Dream of Woman(碧血书香梦)

2015China
BusinessDramaFamily RelationshipHistoricalHistorical Fiction1920sChinese Republican EraFamilyPower StruggleRich Male LeadSmart Female Lead

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Family Relationship, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 25% similarity match.

During the Early Republic era, around 1911, Chen Bi Yun, a talented individual from the southern region, is determined to fight for her education rights. To uncover the truth surrounding her father's passing, she sacrifices her own happiness by marrying into the Xuan family, prominent owners of the largest library. However, this decision leads her into complex power dynamics within the family, rather than bringing her closer to her beloved books. Can she navigate these challenges and secure the opportunity to pursue her academic aspirations?

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Jin Mao Xiang(金茂祥)

2005China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionQing DynastyRomance

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Love Actually(人间至味是清欢)

2017China
BusinessDramaFamily RelationshipLifeWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipGenius Male LeadLove TriangleRomanceTime SkipWorkplace Romance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Business, Drama, Family Relationship, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Ding Ren Jian, a man who is married and has a child, experiences a sudden job loss. He then begins working for Zhai Zhi Wei, a young IT prodigy. Zhai Zhi Wei becomes interested in An Qing Huan, an older woman employed at his father's restaurant chain. Initially meeting with conflict, Ding Ren Jian and An Qing Huan quickly form a close friendship. As Ding Ren Jian faces the loss of his wife and his life falls apart, An Qing Huan offers support, strengthening their bond.

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Watashi no Aozora(私の青空)

2000Japan
AsadoraDramaLifeShort Length SeriesFamilyMelodrama

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 25% similarity match.

The 62nd NHK Asadora Drama titled Watashi no Aozora is set in Oma-cho, Aomori and Chuo-ku, Tokyo. The series follows the journey of Kitayama Nazuna, a young mother, and her son Taiyo from Ohma, a small town in Aomori. Taiyo's father, Murai Kento, had dreams of becoming a professional boxer but had to give up due to a detached retina. Unaware of Nazuna's pregnancy, Kento left for America with another woman for eye treatment. After a successful operation, he returned to boxing but faced challenges in achieving success. Meanwhile, Nazuna gave birth to Taiyo and moved to Tokyo in search of Kento. Their paths cross by chance, leading Kento to try to reconnect with his newfound family. The series delves into their journey as they navigate the complexities of forming a family together.

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Honmamon(ほんまもん)

2001Japan
AsadoraBusinessDramaLifeShort Length SeriesChef Female LeadFamilyFoodRestaurantRestaurateur Supporting CharacterRomance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Asadora, Business, Drama, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yamanaka Konoha, an 18-year-old girl from the rural Kumano area of Wakayama prefecture, comes from a family that relies on forestry for their livelihood. Konoha's mother, Senri, is a teacher of traditional farming methods and local history to tourists, while her father, Ichiro, dreams of opening a restaurant in Osaka. Konoha was raised in the forested hills by her grandfather, Sadamichi, who taught her ranger skills and meditation techniques. With a natural talent for tasting food, Konoha decides to pursue a career as a chef after her grandmother's passing. She joins her father in leaving Kumano for Osaka, where she plans to learn the art of cooking while Ichiro works towards opening his own restaurant.

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Jun & Ai(純と愛)

2012Japan
AsadoraBusinessLifeShort Length SeriesHotel SettingRomance

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The narrative revolves around a girl named Jun Kano, who grew up in Miyakojima, Okinawa. After securing a job at a prestigious hotel in Osaka, she crosses paths with a man named Itoshi Machida (Itoshi meaning love in kanji), whose sibling has recently died. Despite their contrasting personalities, they develop romantic feelings for each other.

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Issue Makers(이슈메이커스)

2019South Korea
DramaEditor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadShort Length SeriesWorkplace SettingComedyFriendshipMiniseriesSlight RomanceWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Toto Nee-chan, this drama also features Drama, Editor Female Lead, Hardworking Female Lead, Short Length Series, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Eun Hye, formerly a well-known editor at one of Korea's leading women's magazines, decided to leave her position and founded a start-up called Issue Makers. Even though it has been two years since the company was launched, it has not achieved significant progress, with only its website to show for its efforts. However, Eun Hye receives a life-changing opportunity to expand into international markets. As Issue Makers prepares to unveil its inaugural magazine in Vietnam, the atmosphere in the office becomes increasingly busy and chaotic. Follow along as Eun Hye and her colleagues navigate their hectic schedules, nurture their friendships, manage their romantic lives, and pursue their aspirations.

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A Generation of Craftsmen(一代匠师)

2023China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican EraRomance

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Half a Lifelong Romance(情深缘起)

2020China
DramaFamily RelationshipHistoricalHistorical FictionSisters' RelationshipNovel AdaptationChinese Republican EraEngineer Male LeadMelodramaRomanceTime Skip

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Taking place in Shanghai during the Republican era, Gu Man Zhen is employed as a factory assistant, while Gu Man Lu works in a nightclub to provide for their family. Gu Man Zhen develops feelings for Shen Shi Jun, a wealthy young engineer who is already promised to another. Meanwhile, Gu Man Lu marries Zhu Hong Cai, who is infatuated with her younger sister. Years later, Gu Man Zhen and Shen Shi Jun reunite, both married, and strive to navigate societal expectations without sacrificing their chance at happiness.

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The Ideal City(理想之城)

2021China
BusinessDramaHardworking Female LeadLifeWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationArchitecture IndustryCharacter DevelopmentConstruction IndustryEngineer Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Violence

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The narrative follows the experiences of a cost engineer working in an architectural company and her development in a predominantly male-dominated field in China. Su Xiao, at the height of her professional success, falls in love with Xia Ming but faces setbacks that lead to her suppression and demotion. With the support of her father, she rebuilds her self-assurance, endures immense challenges, and advocates for her career advancement. (Baidu)

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Legacy (2022)(传家)

2022China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionSisters' Relationship1920sChinese Republican EraDeathFamilyFamily FeudSmart Female LeadWar

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Taking place in the late 1920s, the story revolves around the trio of daughters belonging to Xinghua, a prominent figure in the Shanghai department store industry. They engage in a fierce competition amongst themselves to ascertain the rightful successor who will secure the family's ongoing success.

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Pride and Price(盛装)

2022China
BusinessDramaEditor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadWorkplace SettingAmbitious Female LeadFemale Centered PlotPower StruggleSmart Female LeadStrong Female LeadSuccessful Female LeadSuicide

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The unexpected departure of the editor-in-chief at Blossom magazine leads to significant changes within the publication

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Hanbun, Aoi(半分、青い。)

2018Japan
AsadoraDramaHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyFriendshipInventor Female LeadManga Artist Female LeadMother-Daughter RelationshipRomance

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Nireno Suzume was born in 1971 in Gifu Prefecture to parents who operated a small eatery in a rural town

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Stay Young Stay Passion(珠江人家)

2023China
DramaFamily RelationshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChef Male LeadChinese Republican EraFoodMultiple MainsMusicMusician Female LeadOpera Singer Female Lead

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The narrative begins with the unsuccessful rebellion in 1927, where Communist Party members Chen and his spouse sacrificed their lives to protect their fellow revolutionaries. Following their deaths, their three children excelled in the fields of Cantonese medicine, cuisine, and opera, gaining recognition throughout Guangzhou. Despite facing challenges during wartime, the siblings remained committed to their goals. After the crackdown on revolutionaries in Guangzhou on April 15, 1927, Chen and his wife, members of the CCP underground, bravely lost their lives, leaving their three children to be taken in by ordinary citizens. The eldest son, Chen Shan He, trained in medicine, while the second son, Chen Qing Wei, pursued a career as a chef, and the youngest daughter, Chen Li Xia, became an opera singer. Guided by their mentors, they became renowned in their respective fields. As they prepared to avenge their parents' deaths, war erupted in Guangzhou, altering their paths significantly. Chen Shan He fought against Japanese merchants for seven years to safeguard traditional Chinese medicine secrets and combat Japan's biological weapons. Chen Qing Wei, refusing to betray his country, moved to Hong Kong to promote Cantonese cuisine before returning to Guangzhou to assist his brother in aiding the people. Meanwhile, Chen Li Xia led her opera troupe during the war, honing her skills and navigating the challenges of their reality. Despite the hardships of war, the siblings remained steadfast in upholding their values and passing down their expertise.

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Be Her Resilience(以她之韧)

2025China
BusinessHistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesSisters' RelationshipChinese Republican EraConspiracyFamilyFriendshipRevengeSismanceWeb Series

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In 1930s Yuncheng, estranged half-sisters Song Jia Yu and Huo Ran, connected by their differing backgrounds and familial intrigues, transition from adversaries to partners. Utilizing their business savvy and underworld strategies, they work together to expose their father's deceit, restore their mother's heritage, and convert the oppressive Huo estate into a haven for women’s education and healthcare, ultimately carving out their own future as a new era begins.

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Twinkle Twinkle(반짝반짝 빛나는)

2011South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadPublishing House SettingWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipCheerful Female LeadCold Man-Warm WomanIdentity SwapLove TriangleRomanceSwitched At Birth

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This drama narrates the journey of Han Jung Won, a dedicated career-driven woman who is resolute in forging her own path in life, independent from her affluent family that has built a significant fortune through their publishing business. Her world is shattered by a mistake made by another, leading her to encounter various challenges as she strives to regain her footing.

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Hanako to Anne(花子とアン)

2014Japan
AsadoraHistoricalLifePublishing House SettingShort Length SeriesNovel AdaptationBased On A True StoryBoarding SchoolPublishing Editor Male LeadShowa EraSupportive SiblingTranslator Female Lead

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The story revolves around Hanako Muraoka, a translator who lived through the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods. Muraoka later translated the novel "Anne of Green Gables" by Canadian writer Lucy Maud Montgomery. This information was derived from the book "An no Yurikago Muraoka Hanako no Shogai" authored by Eri Muraoka, Hanako Muraoka's granddaughter. The English version of the book is titled "Anne's Cradle: The Life and Works of Hanako Muraoka."

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The Prince's Education(上书房)

2008China
DramaHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeHistorical FigureQianlong EmperorQing Dynasty

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This series follows the life of a young Prince named Hong Li, who later becomes Emperor Qian Long. Despite being the obvious choice to succeed his father Yong Zheng, Hong Li faces challenges and hardships on his journey to maturity. With a sincere and direct approach, he tries to use his education to improve the state's affairs. Surprisingly, this approach displeases Yong Zheng, leading the 3rd and 5th Princes, guided by their teacher Mr. Tian, to win over Yong Zheng and influence his decision to pass the throne to someone else.

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The Wolf Warriors(百战天狼)

2017China
BusinessDramaHistoricalHistorical FictionActionChinese Republican EraCrime

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She and Their Stories(她和她们的故事)

2020China
BusinessDramaLifeWorkplace SettingDivorced Female LeadFemale Centered PlotSocial Issues

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According to Xiaomi, a worker at the beauty salon, the movie depicts the struggles for survival faced by three women with varied ages and professions: Anna, an online influencer; Bella, and Gina, a corporate executive. The film, as narrated by the knowledgeable store manager Yilan, exposes numerous deceitful practices in workplaces, gender discrimination, and other societal norms. It utilizes urban micro-dramas to portray the challenges women encounter in the professional world.

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Bakebake(ばけばけ)

2025Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesBased On A True StoryCultural ConflictForeigner Male LeadLanguage BarrierMeiji PeriodRomanceTeacher Male LeadWriter Female Lead

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Set during the Meiji period in Matsue, Toki is an unconventional girl hailing from a once-respected samurai lineage that now faces financial hardship due to her father's unsuccessful venture. In order to support herself, she takes a job as a maid for a foreign English instructor of Greek-Irish heritage, who has always felt like an outsider after being left alone as a child. Despite their cultural disparities and the challenges of language, Toki and her employer connect through their mutual passion for ghost stories and their similar life challenges. Together, they embark on a unique adventure filled with odd characters and, naturally, an abundance of supernatural narratives. This tale is inspired by the real-life story of Koizumi Setsuko, the spouse of Koizumi Yakumo, originally known as Patrick Lafcadio Hearn.

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The Ordinary Glory(平凡的荣耀)

2020China
BusinessDramaHardworking Female LeadLifeWorkplace SettingBusiness IndustryCity SettingEmotionally Strong Male LeadFriendshipOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadPoor Male LeadSmart Male Lead

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In a tale set in a corporate environment, a manager faces disappointment after repeatedly missing out on a promotion, while dealing with a new intern. The duo endeavors to succeed in the financial industry of Shanghai. Wu Ke Zhi, a manager at a financial institution, possesses a sharp investment acumen but struggles due to a noticeable flaw. His rigid demeanor has hindered his ability to advance within the company and build strong relationships with his superiors. Consequently, he finds himself at a standstill in his career progression. Unexpectedly, a novice intern named Sun Yi Qiu joins Wu Ke Zhi's team. Despite lacking formal education and relevant experience, Sun Yi Qiu impresses during a crucial moment by persuading a key client to stay. This success grants Sun Yi Qiu the opportunity to complete his probation and sparks a compelling narrative of mentorship between the manager and intern.

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Agency(대행사)

2023South Korea
BusinessDramaHardworking Female LeadLifeWorkplace SettingCold Female LeadGender InequalityMental IllnessOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadOrphan Female LeadSuccessful Female LeadTeamwork

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A workplace series follows the journey of a woman who rises to become the first female executive in her team, climbing the career ladder to the top position