Tsubaki Bunguten - Asian drama recommendation
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Tsubaki Bunguten(ツバキ文具店)

2017Japan
BusinessFriendshipGrandma-Granddaughter RelationshipLifeMiniseriesSlight Romance

Upon returning to Kamakura after an 8-year absence, Hatoko discovers that she has inherited her grandmother's stationery store, Tsubaki Bunguten. To her surprise, the store is not actually a stationery shop, but a notary public that specializes in writing letters on behalf of clients. Despite being new to the business, Hatoko quickly improves her letter-writing skills, effectively conveying her clients' emotions to the recipients. As she immerses herself in her work, Hatoko finds fulfillment and happiness, motivating her to make positive changes in her life.

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Recommendation: Money's Fool similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Money's Fool(マネーの馬鹿)

2021Japan
BusinessFriendshipLifeMiniseriesComedy

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 57% similarity match.

A series of discussions focused on financial matters. In light of the emergence of negative interest rates, it is essential to strategize on how to grow your savings. Endlessly saving money is not a sustainable solution, especially with uncertainties around retirement funds and job security. In this challenging environment, everyone faces their unique financial circumstances. The narrative revolves around three youths grappling with personal financial challenges hindering their saving efforts.

Recommendation: Teinen Joshi similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Teinen Joshi(定年女子)

2017Japan
BusinessFriendshipLifeMiniseriesComedyDrama

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 50% similarity match.

The head of the Corporate Social Responsibility department at Kadokura Trading, 53-year-old Miyama Asako, is enthusiastic about a new project to establish schools in villages across Asia. However, she receives unexpected news from the senior managing director that she will be reassigned to the foods business as an advisor due to the company's policy of rotating managers at a certain age. Despite not having the freedom to choose her new role, Asako is fully occupied with various responsibilities and neglects her personal appearance. Through this process, she gradually recognizes the actions she needs to take to benefit society.

Recommendation: Yareta Kamo Iinkai similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Yareta Kamo Iinkai(やれたかも委員会)

2018Japan
BusinessFriendshipLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaComedy

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 50% similarity match.

The focus of the story is on a group known as the "committee," consisting of a fighter, a musician, and a business leader, who hear the tales of individuals seeking their advice. These individuals share their experiences related to their romantic relationships, particularly instances where they believed they were close to engaging in sexual activity but ultimately did not. Subsequently, the committee provides their assessment on whether the individuals would have proceeded with sex if circumstances had been altered.

Recommendation: Kono yo ni Tayasui Shigoto wa Nai similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Kono yo ni Tayasui Shigoto wa Nai(この世にたやすい仕事はない)

2017Japan
BusinessFriendshipLifeMiniseriesNovel AdaptationInvestigationMystery

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kasumi lands a position as a teacher at a primary school, realizing a long-held aspiration. However, her intense dedication to her work leads to burnout, prompting her to resign at the age of 28. In search of new employment, Kasumi takes on temporary roles and crosses paths with enigmatic colleague Masakado from Hello Work.

Recommendation: Honjitsu wa, Ohigara mo Yoku similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Honjitsu wa, Ohigara mo Yoku(本日は、お日柄もよく)

2017Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesSlight RomanceNovel AdaptationDramaPolitical

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, Miniseries, and Slight Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Kotoha Ninomiya is employed in the general affairs division of a sweets company. Unexpectedly, she is instructed to switch to the public relations department, where she struggles. To add to her troubles, Kotoha Ninomiya discovers that Atsushi Imagawa, whom she has hidden feelings for, is preparing to wed another woman. The two have been close friends since childhood. Devastated, she attends Atsushi's wedding ceremony. During the event, she is touched by Kumi Kuon's congratulatory speech. Kotoha Ninomiya is renowned for her exceptional skills as a speechwriter.

Recommendation: The Life Heritage similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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The Life Heritage(日本テレビcultureスペシャル「生命遺産 生命のチカラ」)

2005Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesFamily

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 43% similarity match.

A young student in elementary school grapples with the concept of his existence. A enigmatic woman possessing the "ability of life", along with a boy burdened by inner turmoil. This narrative of adolescent experiences is one that resonates with many. The internal battle of emotions is portrayed in a poignant drama featuring talented actors Kamiki Ryunosuke and Ryoko Hirosue, who deliver a compelling story of finding peace in accepting one's own existence.

Recommendation: Kimitachi ni Asu wa nai similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Kimitachi ni Asu wa nai(君たちに明日はない)

2010Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 43% similarity match.

Murakami Shinsuke is an expert in corporate consulting specializing in personnel restructuring. He strategically guides employees towards voluntary retirement through one-on-one interviews. The storyline revolves around workers who are compelled to reflect on the significance of their jobs in the midst of impending layoffs. -- NHK

Recommendation: Hondana Shokudo similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Hondana Shokudo(本棚食堂)

2015Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesFood

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 43% similarity match.

Sanada Nishiki and Yamada Jiro, a male pair, are the creative minds behind Himekawa Rosanna, a well-known writer of girls manga. They were mentored by an editor known as "the Monster" and entered the world of girls manga writing. Despite their success, their true passion lies in creating manga centered around gourmet food. Their home office boasts a secret library filled with novels, essays, and manga featuring delectable dishes. When faced with looming manga deadlines, they often retreat into the world of gourmet cuisine within the pages of their books, temporarily forgetting about their responsibilities as they indulge in cooking.

Recommendation: Tokyo Dara Dara Musume similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Tokyo Dara Dara Musume(東京ダラダラ娘)

2017Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A Manga

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Sumu Sumu (2017) similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Sumu Sumu (2017)(住住)

2017Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesComedy

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 43% similarity match.

Comedians Bakarhythm and Wakabayashi Masayasu reside on the identical level of a residential complex in Tokyo. One morning, they come to know that Nikaido Fumi also resides in the same building. Before they know it, she becomes a part of their circle, and the trio form a strong bond, supporting each other through their concerns and troubles.

Recommendation: Salaryman Kintaro Season 4 similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Salaryman Kintaro Season 4(サラリーマン金太郎4)

2004Japan
BusinessFriendshipLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaComedyDramaOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 40% similarity match.

After the passing of his mentor, Ryunosuke Yamato, Kintaro decides to leave behind the corporate world in Japan. He goes back to his hometown and starts a new life as a fisherman with his wife, Masumi, and their two children. Unexpectedly, Ryunosuke's cousin, Momotaro Shimazu, pays him a visit. Momotaro asks Kintaro to return to Yamato Construction and team up with Ryunosuke's son, Ryuhei, to remove the current management. The current president, Takatsukasa, has succumbed to pressure from ex-bureaucrat Enjoji and is getting involved in shady dealings. Motivated by his sense of honor, Kintaro decides to step back into his role as a salaryman to save Yamato Construction and ensure justice is served!

Recommendation: Koibumi Biyori (2014) similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Koibumi Biyori (2014)(恋文日和)

2014Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaRomance

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

The central theme of the series revolves around the desire for everyone except one person to erase any memory of the protagonist. The story takes place in a progressive high school where ten different love stories unfold, all centered around the exchange of love letters.

Recommendation: Shitamachi Rocket (2011) similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Shitamachi Rocket (2011)(下町ロケット )

2011Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Tsukuda Kohei used to lead the development of a space rocket but left the Space and Astronautical Science Agency due to the rocket launch failure. He now manages Tsukuda Manufacturing, a small factory in the historic downtown area. On the other hand, Teikoku Heavy Industries unveiled plans for a homegrown rocket launch during a press event. However, the project hit a snag when Zaizen Michio, the Aerospace Division's chief, discovered that the patent for the crucial engine component technology had already been filed by Tsukuda Manufacturing. In a desperate attempt to secure the patent, Zaizen offered Tsukuda 2 billion yen. But...

Recommendation: Engimono: Ishikawaken Gosanshi similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Engimono: Ishikawaken Gosanshi(石川県伍参市)

2005Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesDramaYouth

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kurumi Yohin Ten similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Kurumi Yohin Ten(くるみ洋品店)

2011Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesDramaShort Length Series

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: Jimi ni Sugoi! Kouetsu Girl Kouno Etsuko...ga Inai Suiyoubi similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Jimi ni Sugoi! Kouetsu Girl Kouno Etsuko...ga Inai Suiyoubi(地味にスゴイ!校閲ガール・河野悦子 …がいない水曜日)

2016Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesComedyShort Length Series

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yoneoka and Fujiiwa collaborate on editing a novel in the tranquil office of the proofreading department while Etsuko is on her yearly break. The storyline of the novel starts to play out vividly in their minds, leading to continuous critique from the two proofreaders as the dramatic scenes unfold.

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Zenryoku Shissou(全力失踪)

2017Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesDramaFamily

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Isoyama Takeshi, a temporary worker at a company, receives news from his employer that he will remain on a fixed-term contract with no possibility of becoming a permanent staff member. At home, his wife Seiko and 12-year-old daughter Nanami often criticize him. Adding to his troubles, a real estate investment he made secretly ends up with unexpected consequences, leaving him struggling to keep up with mounting interest payments. Encountering a mysterious elderly woman, he hatches a plan to vanish for 7 years in order to be legally declared dead and start anew.

Recommendation: Machikouba no Onna similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Machikouba no Onna(マチ工場のオンナ)

2017Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesDramaFamily

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Arimoto Hikari, a 32-year-old woman who is married with a son, visits her father Taizo after he collapses from overworking. The doctor informs Hikari that her father only has 4 days to live. Despite her initial resistance, Hikari decides to take over her father's company as he had originally intended for her. However, she encounters challenges such as her husband traveling to America for work and facing opposition from some employees like Katsumata and Junzo. This story is inspired by Suwa Takako's novel "Machi Koba no Musume."

Recommendation: Marumaru na Hito no Matsuro similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Marumaru na Hito no Matsuro(◯◯な人の末路)

2018Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesBromanceComedy

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Totsuka Kenta unexpectedly came into money through investing in cryptocurrency; Youichi Mano operates a dry-cleaning business known for its customer service; Toshiki Hagiwara dreams of leaving city life behind for a more relaxed lifestyle in the countryside; Takeyuki Wada struggles to find stable employment and resides in questionable living arrangements. These four men, all 29 years old, are facing crucial decisions that will shape their futures. What paths will they choose and what awaits them down the road? (Sony GEM)

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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
BusinessLifeMiniseriesDramaWorkplace Setting

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% 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.

Recommendation: Our Friendship 0.5cm similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Our Friendship 0.5cm(우리 우정 0.5센치)

2019South Korea
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

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Days We Stared at the Sun(他們在畢業的前一天爆炸)

2010Taiwan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesDramaYouth

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Chen Hao Yuan is a diligent student known for his calm demeanor. In contrast, his close friend, Hong Cheng Yi, has a troubled past involving juvenile detention for a bank robbery. Despite their differences, they worked together to support a classmate struggling with addiction, uncover a teacher's hidden secrets, and investigate the disappearance of bees linked to an impending apocalypse in 2012. Their carefree outlook on life shifted to anger when they learned that a dishonest politician was behind the hardships faced by both of their families. (Dramawiki)

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Hotel Saltwater(鹽水大飯店)

2024Taiwan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesFamilyRomance

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Li Wen Qin, a young person from Qiaotou, was arrested for participating in the Formosa Magazine Parade on December 10, 1979. While in prison, he discovered innovative ways to sustain himself, such as mixing saltwater with rice and consuming it along with memories of his lover, A Chun, moments shared with loved ones, and his unwavering desire for democracy. Despite the harsh conditions of the prison, known as the "Hotel Saltwater," Wen Qin and his fellow inmates held onto their spirits that yearned for freedom.

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Shitamachi Rocket(下町ロケット)

2015Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesNovel AdaptationDrama

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

Kohei Tsukuda used to work for the Aerospace and Science Exploration Agency before taking over his father's small factory, Tsukuda Industries. Despite facing challenges in his relationship with his daughter Rina, Tsukuda Industries has seen some improvement in its operations. However, Tsukuda's focus on developing a rocket engine has led to a decline in business. The situation worsens when a major client suddenly decides to stop working with Tsukuda Industries and the company gets sued by a competitor, Nakashima Industries, for patent infringement. This results in damage to Tsukuda Industries' reputation and financial struggles with banks. In the midst of these difficulties, Teikoku Heavy Industries offers to purchase a patent held by Tsukuda Industries for 2 billion yen.

Recommendation: Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame Season 3 similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Asu no Hikari wo Tsukame Season 3(明日の光をつかめ-2013夏)

2013Japan
FriendshipLife

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Recommendation: FEHD Drama similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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FEHD Drama(環顧日常)

2021Hong Kong
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Created in collaboration between the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) of The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), this series delves into topics such as food safety, sanitation services, license administration, and eco-friendly burials

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Caseworker's Diary(健康で文化的な最低限度の生活)

2018Japan
BusinessLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaDramaSocial Issues

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Emiru Yoshitsune, a 22-year-old newcomer in the field of social work, is tasked with assisting individuals in need of public aid

Recommendation: Machinami Terasu Yatsura similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Machinami Terasu Yatsura(街並み照らすヤツら)

2024Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Takeno Seigi, the proprietor of the dessert cafe "Koi no Mi" situated in a struggling commercial area on the brink of failure, opts to orchestrate a simulated theft alongside his companions in order to safeguard his cherished establishment and loved ones

Recommendation: Oh, Yeojeong: Summer similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Oh, Yeojeong: Summer(오, 여정 : 여름)

2018South Korea
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesRomanceSummer SettingWeb Series

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

A narrative concerning Yeo Jung's summer vacation, during which she traveled solo after a friend's unexpected withdrawal from joining her

Recommendation: The Swimsuit Saga similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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The Swimsuit Saga(乘风踏浪)

2024China
BusinessLifeSlight RomanceComedyDramaFamily

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business, Life, and Slight Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Threat of Love similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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The Threat of Love(Loving You 我愛你)

2000Hong Kong
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesDramaFamilyRomance

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Ten episodes featuring a consistent cast, each presenting a unique storyline centered around various types of love relationships such as heterosexual, familial, LGBTQ+, and platonic.

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Kyoushuujoo Monogatari(教習所物語)

2000Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Abe Riji, a habitual offender of driving while intoxicated, has had his driver's license revoked. In order to fulfill his requirement of attending driving school, Riji opts for the most expedient, cost-effective, and uncomplicated option available. However, his plans are disrupted when the school enlists the help of the strictest instructor in the country, Takanashi Miyuki, to enhance its reputation. Tasked with guiding Riji and a group of other troublemakers, Miyuki faces a challenging endeavor. Yet, with perseverance and a stroke of luck, she just might succeed in steering them towards the right path.

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O.L.B.B.(OLヴィジュアル系)

2000Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesAdapted From A MangaComedyDrama

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Sakuradamon uses her exceptional makeup skills to conceal her true appearance, while Megurogawa has achieved a flawless face through cosmetic enhancements. Mitsue is dedicated to her work and remains reserved, whereas Chikage is a naturally beautiful woman who excels at socializing with men at drinking gatherings. This drama features a diverse cast of characters, including an elderly woman who undergoes a transformation after being influenced by a lecherous manager and her granddaughter. The story unfolds with unpredictable twists and turns as we follow these individuals' journeys.

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Rogai no Hito(老害の人)

2024Japan
LifeMiniseries

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Recommendation: Konkatsu Rikatsu similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Konkatsu Rikatsu(コンカツ・リカツ)

2009Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

A tale of women in their forties seeking marriage and going through divorces unfolds. Nanami, a 39-year-old woman uninterested in marriage, sets out to find a partner to appease her mother. She encounters her old rival Rikako, who moves in with her son after her husband files for divorce. Together, they embark on a journey to fulfill their desires for both a blissful marriage and a smooth divorce. (NHK)

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Warau Manekineko(笑う招き猫)

2017Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesNovel AdaptationComedyShort Length Series

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hitomi Takashiro and Akako Honda form the comedy duo Akako to Hitomi, which they established approximately five years ago. Despite their lack of widespread popularity, they continue to entertain a small, loyal audience with their Manzai performances at a local theater. Their fortunes take a turn when they apprehend a middle school student attempting to steal Hitomi's bicycle, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the female comedy duo. (

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Chance (2010)(チャンス)

2010Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Taro no Tou similar to Tsubaki Bunguten
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Taro no Tou(TAROの塔)

2011Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative of Taro Okamoto, a renowned Japanese artist known for his avant-garde works in the 20th Century. Commemorating his 100th birthday in 2011, the film showcases his challenges in creating his iconic piece "The Tower of Taro," which became a symbol of the Osaka Expo in 1970, as well as his unconventional interactions with his family.

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Osozaki no Himawari(遅咲きのヒマワリ)

2012Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesSlight RomanceCharacter DevelopmentCheerful Male LeadCountryside SettingDoctor Female LeadDramaReturn To Hometown

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, Miniseries, and Slight Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

The story takes place along the picturesque Shimanto River in Kochi prefecture, focusing on a group of seven individuals and the twists and turns in their lives. Ikuta portrays Joutarou, a representative of Japan's struggling youth known as the "lost generation." This term describes those who graduate without job opportunities, leaving them with uncertain futures. Despite briefly securing a job, Joutarou is soon laid off due to company downsizing and faces a breakup with his girlfriend. Disillusioned with his circumstances, he stumbles upon a community group dedicated to revitalizing the Shimanto River region in Kochi.

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Soup Curry(スープカレー)

2012Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

A group of five friends who attended the same university are now in their forties. One friend manages the women's clothing section at a department store, while another friend is an aspiring actor. The group also includes a teacher at a cram school, a chef who appears on TV shows, and an entrepreneur who specializes in event planning. Despite their diverse careers, they each navigate through their daily lives, chase their aspirations, value their friendships, cherish their families, and occasionally feel overshadowed by ambitious and lively young individuals.

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Europe Kikaku no 26 Seiki Fox(ヨーロッパ企画の26世紀フォックス)

2014Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

"26th Century Fox" is a small film production company situated on the rooftop of a tall building. Fumiko Sawano recently started working at 26 Century Fox and initially mistook it for the well-known Hollywood company "20th Century Fox." She is apprehensive about her job at the company due to their lack of successful films. Despite having a limited budget, 26th Century Fox produces special effects movies without relying on CG. The company may have financial constraints, but they possess ambitious visions and innovative ideas. Fumiko actively participates by watching films created by her colleagues and even making appearances in some of them.

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Gifu Need You(岐阜にイジュー!)

2017Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Miharu and Hana are dissatisfied with their urban lifestyle and choose to begin anew in Shirakawa, a quaint town located in Gifu Prefecture, Japan. Adjusting to rural living presents its challenges for the couple.

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Napoleon no Mura(ナポレオンの村)

2015Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Eiji Asai works as a government official assigned to Kagura Village in Hoshikawa City. The majority of the village's population is over the age of 65, with an average yearly income of 870,000 yen. Asai is working to motivate both the public officers and residents in efforts to revitalize the village.

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Shingari - Yamaichi Shoken Saigo no Seisen(しんがり 山一證券 最後の聖戦)

2015Japan
BusinessMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

In November 1997, Yamaichi Securities, one of Japan's major brokerage firms, made the decision to shut down voluntarily. The company's leadership was unaware of around 260 billion yen in undisclosed debt until shortly before the closure. This hidden debt was in violation of regulations. Due to its size and lack of financial stability and support from banks, the Finance Ministry decided that instead of filing for bankruptcy, Yamaichi Securities should opt for a voluntary shutdown. Employees from certain departments, known as "outliers" within the company, remained dedicated to uncovering the truth and repaying customers even as the company faced collapse. These individuals were considered the last line of defense for the troubled brokerage.

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Haikei, Minpaku-sama(拝啓、民泊様。)

2016Japan
BusinessMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Yamashita Kanta unexpectedly loses his job at a gaming company, leading to tension with his wife Saori, who works at the Labour Standards Supervision Office and can be intimidating when upset. In response, Kanta decides to venture into the popular trend of starting a bed and breakfast business. However, the new venture encounters numerous challenges initially. To make matters worse, Kanta's layoff is revealed at a particularly difficult moment, putting his marriage at risk. The question remains: will the bed and breakfast succeed?

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Megabank Saishu Kessen(連続ドラマW メガバンク最終決戦)

2016Japan
BusinessMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Tozai Teito EFG Bank was established as a large financial institution through the amalgamation of Tozai Bank, EFG Bank, and Teito Bank under the supervision of the Financial Services Agency. Following the merger, former members of Teito Bank have assumed leadership roles, maintaining a hierarchical structure within the organization. Despite not originating from Teito Bank, Katsura Mitsuyoshi, a skilled trader, has risen to the position of Managing Director of the forex department due to his expertise. Conversely, Nihei Shohei, hailing from the general affairs department of Meikyo Bank (the predecessor of EFG Bank), strives diligently in his role, refusing to succumb to the established hierarchy. Unexpectedly, Tozai Teito EFG Bank faces a crisis of bankruptcy after engaging in clandestine discussions with government officials and experiencing a sharp decline in Japanese government bonds. Collaborating with Nihei, Katsura battles against foreign investors seeking to acquire the bank and conniving bureaucrats to ensure the company's survival. The outcome of their efforts remains uncertain.

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Sakurazaka Kinpen Monogatari(桜坂近辺物語)

2016Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesCar SettingDramaRomance

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative takes place inside four vehicles trapped in a congested traffic jam.

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Kongai Renai ni Nita Mono(婚外恋愛に似たもの)

2018Japan
FriendshipLifeMiniseriesMultiple MainsOlder Woman-Younger ManSismance

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Friendship, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Five women aged 35, each with unique backgrounds and personalities - a well-known figure, a homemaker, a single mother dealing with a rebellious child, a highly successful individual admired by many, and a writer experiencing a decline in popularity - cross paths as fans of the recently debuted idol group Snow White. Their chance meeting leads to the formation of friendships and prompts them to reflect on their own lives.

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Last Chance(ラストチャンス 再生請負人)

2018Japan
BusinessMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Business and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

Employed at a financial institution, Tetsuo Kashimura leads a comfortable life. However, his situation takes a turn for the worse when his bank merges with another one, leading to challenges at work. Witnessing his colleagues resign, Tetsuo decides to follow suit and leave his job. In his search for new opportunities, he crosses paths with Tomoya Yamamoto, the head of an investment firm, who discusses the possibility of reviving a chain of restaurants.

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Home Sweet Tokyo Season 2(Home Sweet Tokyo: Season 2)

2018Japan
LifeMiniseries

Like Tsubaki Bunguten, this drama also features Life and Miniseries with a 33% similarity match.

After his Japanese mother-in-law passes away, Bryan Jenkins, an Englishman, relocates to Tokyo with his family to live with his father-in-law. While his wife commutes to work in the city, Bryan navigates the role of a stay-at-home parent in Japan. From learning the basics of the Japanese language to experiencing the unique traditions of Valentine's Day in the country, Bryan encounters a range of surprises, including the supernatural myths prevalent in Japanese horror stories. Amidst the laughter, love, and cultural misunderstandings, follow Bryan's journey as he strives to ensure the safety and happiness of his family in Tokyo as a foreigner.