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Umechan Sensei(梅ちゃん先生)

2012Japan
1940sAsadoraChildhood Friends RelationshipDoctor Female LeadFriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionHospital SettingLifeMedicalPost World War 2Short Length SeriesShowa Era

Taking place in the war-torn neighborhood of Kamata, Tokyo in 1945, the narrative revolves around Shimomura Umeko, the youngest of three siblings. Her father works as a doctor at a university hospital. Despite her siblings' notable achievements, Umeko struggles with self-assurance. A particular event inspires her to pursue a career as a community doctor, yet she encounters numerous setbacks along the way.

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Beppin-san(べっぴんさん)

2016Japan
AsadoraFriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesShowa EraBusinessDramaFamilyWorld War 2

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Friendship, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 41% 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.

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Hanbun, Aoi(半分、青い。)

2018Japan
AsadoraChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesDramaFamilyInventor Female LeadManga Artist Female LeadMother-Daughter RelationshipRomance

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Historical, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 32% similarity match.

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

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Tora ni Tsubasa(虎に翼)

2024Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesShowa EraDiscriminationFeminismGay Supporting CharacterLGBTQ+LawLawyer Female LeadWorld War 2

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 30% similarity match.

In 1929, Japan saw the establishment of its inaugural law school specifically for women. Among the students was Inotsume Tomoko, who went against societal norms. By 1938, the first female lawyers, such as Torako, began to emerge, earning admiration nationwide. However, with the outbreak of war, opportunities for their legal expertise decreased. Fast forward seven years, Torako, who had lost everything during the war, utilized her legal knowledge to survive. With a goal of becoming a judge, she dedicated herself to creating a family court to aid children orphaned by the war and women facing difficulties, aiming to assist those facing challenges beyond politics and finance.

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Carnation(カーネーション)

2011Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesShowa EraBusinessBusinesswoman Female LeadFamilyFashion Designer Supporting CharacterFashion IndustryGrandma-Granddaughter RelationshipHeisei EraTaisho Period

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 29% 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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Till Death Tear Us Apart(愉此一生)

2017China
1940sFriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeNovel AdaptationCensored Adaptation Of Same-sex Original WorkChinese Republican EraDramaSocial Issues

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features 1940s, Friendship, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 28% similarity match.

Liu Yu Sheng comes from a wealthy background. Upon returning from studying overseas, he discovers that his family members have taken his assets and inheritance. Forced to work as a teacher at a small school to support himself, he meets an old friend, Zhou Yao Hua, who shares a strong anti-communist sentiment common in China. Despite his connections with communists, Liu Yu Sheng faces a dilemma of loyalty. Thus begins a series of challenging decisions for Yu Sheng.

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Anpan(あんぱん)

2025Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesShowa EraBased On A True StoryManga Artist Male LeadReporter Female LeadRomanceTomboy Female Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 28% similarity match.

At the onset of the Showa period, a girl named Asada Nobu, also referred to as 'Hachikin Onobu,' was darting through the streets of Kochi with astonishing speed. At the same time, Yanai Takashi, who had lost his father to disease during his childhood, was taken in by his uncle and met Nobu at the new school he attended. As the threat of war loomed, Nobu, who was enrolled in a women’s normal school, had become an ardent militarist like many of her peers. Before long, war broke out, and Takashi was deployed. He faced the devastating loss of his younger brother, Chihiro, in the conflict, while Nobu also suffered the loss of her beloved. After completing her education at the women's school, Nobu's beliefs shifted dramatically due to the war, prompting her to seek her own understanding of what was right. She became the first female reporter at a newspaper in Kochi. Following the war, Takashi left his job as a scrap collector and joined the same newspaper, where they both worked on the same magazine. Although Takashi aspired to become a manga artist in Tokyo, he was concerned about his ability to sustain himself. Nobu encouraged him, saying, "You can come later. I’ll head to Tokyo first and wait for you," after which she resigned from the newspaper and relocated to Tokyo. Takashi followed her there, and they began sharing a cramped six-tatami apartment that lacked a bath, had a communal toilet, and a hole in the ceiling requiring them to use an umbrella on rainy days, but on clear nights, they could gaze at the stars. Nobu found their circumstances intriguing, and the couple decided to marry, expressing, "I want to be with someone who can appreciate any situation."

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Accoucheul(产科男医生)

2014China
FriendshipHospital SettingLifeMedicalDramaFamily

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Friendship, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 27% similarity match.

Life, the son of a renowned obstetrician and gynecologist, struggles with his career choice and conflicts with his father. He also holds a grudge against his father's female protégé, Zheng Zheng. Meanwhile, the new male director, Dong Su Xian, finds fulfillment in his work of bringing new life into the world, despite facing personal challenges in his marriage with Qian Lei. As the characters navigate the complexities of their personal and professional lives, they learn valuable lessons about love, responsibility, and the miracles of obstetrics and gynecology. Ultimately, they find happiness and fulfillment in their work and relationships.

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Healer of Children(了不起的儿科医生)

2020China
Doctor Female LeadFriendshipHospital SettingLifeMedicalDoctor Male LeadDramaHardworking Female LeadPediatrician Female LeadPediatrician Male LeadRomanceTeamwork

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Friendship, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 25% similarity match.

Jiao Jia Ren was rescued by pediatrician Gu Li Feng during her childhood, and later decided to pursue the same career path. Recognizing her potential, Gu Li Feng, who is now the director of the leading children's hospital in the city, goes out of his way to bring her on board as a registrar. Working alongside a team of highly skilled specialists at her new job, Jiao Jia Ren finds herself no longer at the top of her game and puts in extra effort to bridge the gap in expertise. Together with her colleagues Deng Ziang, Gu Jia Ren, and Wang Hang, they encounter numerous challenges both in treating patients at the clinic and in their personal lives. Through these experiences, they grow and develop into capable professionals dedicated to the well-being of children.

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Kids' Lives Matter(星空下的仁醫)

2021Hong Kong
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingLifeMedicalDoctor Male LeadMale Chases Female FirstPediatrician Male Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 25% similarity match.

Two decades ago, a disagreement arose between two young doctors working in pediatrics during a surgical procedure. Since then, Fong Chung Yan has risen to the position of pediatric surgeon at the prestigious Princess Anne Hospital, while Hui Kam Fung, who values preserving life above all else, now works at a lesser-known hospital. Their paths cross again when they are brought together for a liver transplant. Chung Yan devises a plan to recruit Kam Fung to join him at Princess Anne Hospital, where they reunite with their former colleague, cardiothoracic surgeon Cheung Yi Sam. Meanwhile, Mak Hoi Kei, the head of the surgery department, is determined to assemble the perfect team to establish Hong Kong's first pediatric center. Through facing life-and-death situations with young patients, Chung Yan and Kam Fung are able to put aside their past differences. During this time, specialist Man Pak Wui and intern Lin Cheuk Ying stumble upon evidence of a major medical mistake made during the operation from twenty years ago. Determined to seek the truth, everyone bands together to uncover the secrets of the past.

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Shoni Kyumei(小児救命)

2008Japan
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingLifeMedicalFamilyMiniseriesPediatrician Female Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 25% similarity match.

Due to the recent reduction in pediatric services, pediatrician Aoyama Sora has taken a stand against the hospital administration in order to revive and enhance the pediatric specialty.

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Hanako to Anne(花子とアン)

2014Japan
AsadoraHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesShowa EraNovel AdaptationBased On A True StoryBoarding SchoolPublishing Editor Male LeadPublishing House SettingSupportive SiblingTranslator Female Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Life, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 25% similarity match.

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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Doctor Y - Gekai Kaji Hideki(ドクターY~外科医・加地秀樹~)

2016Japan
Hospital SettingLifeMedicalShort Length SeriesDoctor Male LeadMiniseriesSurgeon Male Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Hospital Setting, Life, Medical, and Short Length Series themes with a 25% similarity match.

Surgeon Kaji Hideki, known as the "laparoscope magician," is talented but driven by greed. His career has been hindered by his prioritization of money over status and power, resulting in a slower progression compared to his colleagues. Following a demotion for assisting in a surgery led by Daimon Michiko, whom he refers to as a demon, Kaji is relocated to Teito Medical University Hospital's Oarai 8th Branch Hospital in Oarai, Ibaraki Prefecture. Despite being hailed as a top doctor from Tokyo, Kaji encounters a moral dilemma when faced with treating Mifune Haruka, the daughter of a politician, for appendicitis, and Tanami Shigeo, an elderly man with an incurable illness whom Kaji previously helped. This situation prompts a clash with rookie surgeon Misaki Kenta, who believes that wealth should not determine the quality of medical care. The question remains: what choice will Kaji ultimately make?

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Hiyokko(ひよっこ)

2017Japan
AsadoraFriendshipLifeShort Length SeriesShowa EraComedyDramaFamilyNice Female LeadRomanceShop Owner Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Friendship, Life, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yatabe Mineko, a 17-year-old girl, was raised in a family of seven in a mountain village located in northeastern Ibaraki Prefecture. Her father, Minoru, left for Tokyo to seek employment and earn extra income, but failed to return for the New Year. Determined to find him, Mineko convinces her family to allow her to go to Tokyo and promises to send money back home. In the autumn of 1964, Mineko, along with her childhood friends Tokiko and Mitsuo, secures jobs at a small factory in a working-class neighborhood of Tokyo. Despite facing challenges and moments of disappointment in her search for her father, Mineko starts to build a life in Tokyo through various encounters with locals, friends, and colleagues. The question remains: will she succeed in reuniting with her father?

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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

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 24% similarity match.

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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Gochisosan(ごちそうさん)

2013Japan
AsadoraHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesShowa EraCharacter DevelopmentFoodHardworking Female LeadMarried Female LeadMeiji PeriodNice Female LeadTaisho PeriodWorld War 2

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Life, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 24% similarity match.

Uno Meiko, the protagonist of a food-centric series, hails from a family that owns a western-style eatery in Tokyo. After tying the knot, she relocates to Osaka with her spouse, where she grapples with the contrasting cultures of the two cities while navigating her roles as a mother and wife.

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Nijiiro Karute(にじいろカルテ)

2021Japan
Doctor Female LeadFriendshipHospital SettingLifeMedicalCo-workers' RelationshipComedyDoctor Male LeadIllnessNurse Male LeadRural LifeTerminal IllnessVillage Setting

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Friendship, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kureno Masora, a youthful physician, was contentedly employed at a bustling hospital in Tokyo. Upon discovering her own illness, she made the decision to persist in her medical career while concealing her condition at a clinic situated in a quaint village known as "Niji no Mura". Through this experience, Masora encounters captivating villagers and gains insight on embracing life with vigor.

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Radiation House Season 2(ラジエーションハウスII~放射線科の診断レポート~)

2021Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDoctor Female LeadFriendshipHospital SettingMedicalAdapted From A MangaDoctor Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryRadiologist Female LeadRadiologist Male LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Doctor Female Lead, Friendship, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

Based on the manga series "Radiation House," created by Yokomaku Tomohiro and illustrated by Mori Taishi.

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Ranman(らんまん)

2023Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShowa EraBotanyChasing A DreamDeathDramaGenius Male LeadInspired By A True StoryMeiji PeriodTaisho Period

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Showa Era themes with a 24% similarity match.

Mantaro hails from a wealthy family in Kochi that is involved in the brewery business. Due to his fragile health, he becomes a victim of harassment. Since childhood, he has held a deep interest in flora and chooses to leave school in order to pursue a degree in botany at Teikoku University in Tokyo. He takes on the role of a research assistant with the aspiration of compiling a comprehensive encyclopedia on Japanese plants, dedicating himself to achieving this goal.

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Radiation House(ラジエーションハウス〜放射線科の診断レポート〜)

2019Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDoctor Female LeadFriendshipHospital SettingMedicalCold Female LeadDoctor Male LeadDramaInvestigationMysteryRadiologist Female LeadRadiologist Male LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Doctor Female Lead, Friendship, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

Igarashi Iori, a skilled radiographer, holds the belief that CT and MRI images hold the key to uncovering the true nature of patients' conditions. Alongside radiologist Amakasu An, they collaborate in the radiology department of a hospital to diagnose the ailments and injuries affecting their patients. This information is based on the manga series "Radiation House" authored by Yokomaku Tomohiro and illustrated by Mori Taishi. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

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The Master of the House(大当家)

2014China
FriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican EraDramaFamilyRomance

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Friendship, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 24% similarity match.

Cheng Yue Liang, a man with autism, is saved by his stepmother in a crucial accident after his father dies during the war with Japan in the 1940s. The narrative explores their tumultuous lives and close familial bond. The drama features acclaimed screenwriter Cheung Wah Biu, known for works like 'Moonlight Resonance', 'Rosy Business', 'No Regrets', and the 80s trilogy 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes'.

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Leave It to the Nurses Season 4(ナースのお仕事4)

2002Japan
FriendshipHospital SettingLifeMedicalDoctor Male LeadNurse Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Friendship, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 24% similarity match.

Following their long-awaited honeymoon, Izumi Asakura and Kentaro Takasugi finally come back to their home. With seven years of experience in nursing under her belt, Izumi considers herself a seasoned professional. However, her confidence takes a hit when a new nurse arrives on the scene, showcasing exceptional skills in her work.

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Scarlet(スカーレット)

2019Japan
AsadoraHistoricalLifeShort Length SeriesDramaFamilyPotteryRomance

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 24% 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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Stand by Me(抉择)

2023China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesBodyguard Male LeadBromanceBusinessman Male LeadChinese Republican EraComedyDramaInvestigationMysteryWeb Series

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Short Length Series themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the year 1936 in Shanghai, Huang Wei Jie, a member of a patriotic group, encountered Feng Guan Yu, a patriotic entrepreneur, while on a mission. The two had been childhood companions who drifted apart because of a misunderstanding. Feng Guan Yu compelled him to serve as his protector. Despite their frequent disagreements, when confronted with a shared challenge, the two unite with a sense of justice and courageously dedicate themselves to the cause of patriotism.

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Massan(マッサン)

2014Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShowa EraBased On A True StoryBusinessForeigner Female LeadInterracial RelationshipLanguage BarrierMeiji PeriodRomanceTaisho PeriodXenophobia

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Showa Era themes with a 23% similarity match.

The film is inspired by the real-life tale of Taketsuru Masataka and his spouse Rita Cowen. Masataka holds the distinction of being the inaugural Japanese individual to craft whisky within Japan upon establishing his distillery in Hokkaido in 1934. The film's title is derived from Rita's affectionate moniker for Masataka.

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Toto Nee-chan(とと姉ちゃん)

2016Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShort Length SeriesBusinessDeath Of A FatherDramaEditor Female LeadFamily RelationshipHardworking Female LeadPublishing House SettingSisters' RelationshipWorkplace Setting

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Short Length Series themes with a 23% similarity match.

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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Warotenka(わろてんか)

2017Japan
AsadoraHistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesShowa EraBusinessComedyDramaInspired By A True StoryMeiji PeriodPharmacy SettingRomanceSlice Of LifeWorld War 2

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Historical, Historical Fiction, Short Length Series, and Showa Era themes with a 23% 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.

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Natsuzora(なつぞら)

2019Japan
AsadoraFriendshipHistoricalLifeShowa EraAgriculture IndustryComedyDramaFarm SettingMixed Live Action-AnimationOrphan Female LeadRomanceSculptor Supporting CharacterWar

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Friendship, Historical, Life, and Showa Era themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative takes place in the era of rapid economic growth in the Showa period. After losing her parents in the war, Natsu relocates to the Tokachi region in Hokkaido with her foster father, a dairy farmer. During her childhood, Natsu befriends a classmate who impresses her with a stunning horse drawing, sparking her interest in animated films. Following her graduation from high school, Natsu makes the move to Tokyo to pursue her ambition of working as an animator in the emerging animation industry.

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Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju(昭和元禄落語心中)

2018Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShowa EraDramaEntertainment IndustryMaster-Disciple RelationshipMiniseriesMulti-GenerationalOrphan Male LeadRakugoRivalryRomance

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Showa Era themes with a 23% similarity match.

In the Showa period, Yakumo delves into the world of rakugo and develops a competitive yet friendly relationship with the talented yet impulsive Yurakutei. They both become students and their rivalry continues throughout their lifetimes. The situation becomes tense when Yakumo falls in love with Geisha Miyokichi, who Yurakutei ends up marrying. Tragedy strikes when both individuals pass away under mysterious circumstances, possibly by suicide. Yakumo takes in their daughter, Konatsu, while grappling with guilt over their deaths in secret. As Konatsu grows older, she holds a grudge against Yakumo, and with the help of Yakumo's student Yotaro, she discovers the truth behind the tragic incidents.

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Legendary Hotel(大饭店传奇)

2021China
FriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican EraComedyDramaHotel SettingWeb Series

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Friendship, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 22% similarity match.

The heir of a struggling hotel owner endeavors to rejuvenate his family's legacy by renovating a derelict theater. Zhu Yi Qun and his loyal servant Shen Mo Ren seek refuge in Fengtian City, where they cross paths with Ma Hu Lu, Yang Si Rui, Gu De Bai, Da Xi, Liu San Yuan, and others, leading to a series of comical mishaps as Zhu Yi Qun embarks on his hotel industry venture. Just as things are looking up for the hotel's occupants, a major conspiracy begins to unravel.

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Leave It to the Nurses Season 3(ナースのお仕事3)

2000Japan
FriendshipHospital SettingLifeMedicalDoctor Male LeadFemale Centered PlotNurse Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Friendship, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 22% similarity match.

In part 3, the focus shifts to the most challenging aspects of women's lives, including marriage, childbirth, and balancing work with child-rearing.

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Churasan( ちゅらさん )

2001Japan
AsadoraLifeMedicalShort Length SeriesDoctor Male LeadDramaFamilyNurse Female LeadRomance

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Asadora, Life, Medical, and Short Length Series themes with a 22% similarity match.

The NHK Asadora Renzoku Drama titled Churasan tells the story of Kohagura Eri, a young woman born on Kohamajima Island in Okinawa on May 15, 1972, the day Okinawa was returned to Japan from the U.S. When Kamimura Shizuko and her two sons, Kazuya and Fumiya, visit Eri's family's small inn, they are warmly welcomed by her fun-loving yet quirky family. Eri is surprised to learn that Kazuya is terminally ill, prompting Shizuko and her sons to spend their final days together in the beautiful Okinawan nature. After Kazuya's passing, Fumiya and Eri make a promise to marry in the future. Eventually, Fumiya and his mother leave the island to return to Tokyo. Years later, Eri works as a nurse and Fumiya as a doctor at the same hospital in Tokyo, where they are reunited.

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Zou Xi Kou(走西口)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican Era

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 21% similarity match.

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A Hero without a Name(川流)

2024China
1940sHistoricalHistorical FictionChinese Republican Era

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features 1940s, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 21% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a cohort of enthusiastic youths during the 1940s who set aside their writing pursuits to enlist in the military during a time of national peril

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Shin Kaze no Rondo(新・風のロンド)

2006Japan
HistoricalHistorical FictionLifeShowa EraAdapted From A MangaDomestic CrimeDomestic ViolenceDramaInfidelityViolence

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Showa Era themes with a 21% similarity match.

In 1942, Arisawa Maki and Noshiro Koji are set to be married, but their plans are disrupted when Koji's older brother, Ichiro, passes away during the war. This leads to Koji marrying Ichiro's widow, Asami, while Maki ends up marrying Koji's younger brother, Daisuke. Despite having children with their new spouses, Maki and Koji engage in a secret relationship. Daisuke, suspecting their affair, becomes enraged and sets fire to the mansion, resulting in Koji's death. Years later, Natsuo and Hideaki, the children of Maki and Koji, unknowingly fall in love, brought together by destiny.

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The 3rd Ward(제3의 병원)

2012South Korea
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingLifeMedicalComedyDoctor Male LeadDramaFamilySurgeon Female LeadSurgeon Male Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 21% similarity match.

"The Third Hospital" will uncover the story of neurosurgeons operating in a unique medical facility that integrates both Western and Eastern approaches to healthcare.

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Da Guo Yi(大国医)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionMedicalDramaQing Dynasty

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Historical, Historical Fiction, and Medical themes with a 20% similarity match.

The Guo family has a long history of practicing bone setting for more than two centuries, always having male successors to carry on their skilled healing tradition. However, Guo Yi Shan, a fourth-generation descendant, faces a challenge as he is left with only a young daughter following the deaths of his two wives. To ensure the continuity of the family medical practice, Yi Shan chooses to marry again, this time to a rural woman named Yun He Ming. Unfortunately, on their wedding day, Yi Shan is abducted by vengeful bandits orchestrated by Liu Xian Tang, the leader of "Everlasting Life Temple." He Ming learns of the kidnapping and successfully saves her husband, earning the admiration of the entire Guo family. As a result, Yi Shan decides to teach his new wife how to read and practice medicine.

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Su Dong Po (2012)(苏东坡)

2012China
HistoricalHistorical FictionLifeDramaSong Dynasty

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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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Muggle vs Genius(天才碰麻瓜)

2013China
FriendshipLifeMedicalRomanceYouth

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The medical school idol drama stars a cast comprised mainly of graduates from the Shanghai Drama Academy Class of 2013 who were born after the 1990s.

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Love of Obstetrics and Gynecology Season 2(爱的妇产科2)

2015China
Hospital SettingLifeMedicalDramaRomance

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Hospital Setting, Life, and Medical themes with a 20% similarity match.

Obstetrician and gynecologist Ye Zi traveled to the United States to give birth but returned to China following a miscarriage during surgery orchestrated by her ex-husband Tao Teng. Feeling guilty, the surgeon Yang Jun Bo is reassigned to a basic hospital where he begins researching abdominal pregnancy procedures, offering hope to Ye Zi who dreams of becoming a mother. Meanwhile, Tao Teng, now the deputy director of obstetrics and gynecology, resumes his pursuit of Ye Zi. With the support of a cheerful and lively group of friends and the encouragement of Yang Jun Bo, Ye Zi rediscovers her purpose and continues to work wonders in the field of medicine.

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Xiang Nan Qu(向南去)

2025China
1940sHistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesBased On A True StoryChinese Communist PartyChinese Communist RevolutionChinese Republican EraFilmed VerticallyRadio Station SettingWeb Series

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features 1940s, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Short Length Series themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative follows Lu Feng, a radio operator who played a crucial role behind the scenes for an extended period

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Memories of Peking(芝麻胡同)

2019China
FriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican EraDramaFamilyMultiple CouplesRomanceSmart Female LeadStrong Female Lead

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Friendship, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 20% similarity match.

Taking place in 1947, the story revolves around a trio consisting of a shop owner, his spouse, and a young lady on a mission to heal her father. Yan Zheng Sheng manages a pickle shop in Beijing and assumes the responsibility of caring for his uncle after his brother and nephew tragically pass away. To fulfill his duties as a son and ensure the family legacy, Yan Zheng Sheng marries Mu Chun Hua as his second wife while already being wed to Lin Cui Qing. Their relationship blossoms over time, but in 1950, they are compelled to divorce due to the implementation of the New Marriage Law. Despite this, Yan Zheng Sheng, Mu Chun Hua, and Lin Cui Qing navigate the following decades as a united family. This narrative sheds light on the lives of everyday individuals residing in Sesame Alley.

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Wu Long Ke Zhan(乌龙客栈)

2021China
HistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesComedyMing Dynasty

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Qing Shi Yi Fei Yao Xiu Fu(倾世医妃要休夫)

2023China
HistoricalMedicalShort Length SeriesRomanceWeb Series

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Zhen Di(阵地)

2025China
1940sHistoricalHistorical Fiction1930sChinese Republican Era

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features 1940s, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 20% similarity match.

From 1938 to 1944, guided by the Chinese Communist Party, intellectuals such as Guo Mo Ruo and Ba Jin collaborated with the Guilin office of the Eighth Route Army to launch a cultural resistance against the Japanese invasion utilizing literature, art, and media.

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Bai Se Guang Mang(白色光芒)

2024China
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalShort Length SeriesBureaucracyCompetitive Female LeadDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterSurgeon Female LeadSurgeon Male LeadWeb Series

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, Medical, and Short Length Series themes with a 20% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Xu Mo Ran, a highly skilled cardiac surgeon from Guangdong who has conducted over 3,000 surgeries before turning 40, and Liu Yong Shan, a brilliant cardiologist with a Harvard PhD from Hong Kong

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Yan An Chu Jian(延安锄奸)

2009China
HistoricalHistorical FictionLifeChinese Republican EraWar

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Maoshan Watchmen(茅山打更人)

2025China
HistoricalHistorical FictionShort Length SeriesChinese Republican EraWeb Series

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Following a devastating family tragedy, Xu Song assumes a new identity as Mao Xiao Shan, the night watchman, upon his return to his hometown. Delving into mysterious supernatural events, he unravels a sinister plot that led to his family's demise. Utilizing his extensive training in Mao Shan techniques, he sets out on a determined mission for retribution, confronting spirits, treachery, and formidable enemies in a climactic showdown for retribution. (TMDb)

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The Hippocratic Crush(On Call 36小時)

2012Hong Kong
Doctor Female LeadFriendshipHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male LeadDramaFriends To LoversLove TriangleNeurosurgeon Male LeadRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Friendship, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 20% similarity match.

Fresh out of medical school, Cheung Yat Kin is ready to start his career in neurosurgery. Known for his dedication and adherence to rules, Kin is respected and feared by his group of medical interns. Despite focusing solely on his work to save money for his paralyzed brother's dream of studying medicine abroad, Kin's life takes a turn when he meets Fan Chi Yu, a fellow doctor who admires him. When his brother tragically passes away, Kin is left adrift, with his interns and loved ones, including Yu, standing by his side. However, Kin faces another challenge when Yu falls seriously ill, leading to a difficult decision regarding a risky surgery. As a doctor, Kin supports Yu's choice, but as her partner, he struggles with his emotions...

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Emergency Room 24 Hours Season 2(救命病棟24時 (第2期))

2001Japan
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalDoctor Male LeadDoctor Supporting Character

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 20% similarity match.

The television show "Emergency Room" delves into the daily experiences of medical professionals in the ER, while also exploring their personal lives and connections with loved ones.

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Night Hospital(ナイトホスピタル)

2002Japan
Doctor Female LeadHospital SettingMedicalDramaMiniseries

Like Umechan Sensei, this drama also features Doctor Female Lead, Hospital Setting, and Medical themes with a 20% similarity match.

The scene of this human narrative is a distinctive medical facility that exclusively operates during nighttime to cater to outpatients. During these late hours, the medical team encounters a variety of illnesses presented by a diverse group of patients. Maki, a new addition to the team, was trained as a pathologist but has been assigned to work as a clinical physician at the hospital. Despite her extensive medical knowledge, her lack of practical experience (and her discomfort with administering injections) creates a distance between her and the rest of the staff. The enthusiastic and positive Maki is particularly disliked by Keiko, a pragmatic and results-driven clinical physician.