Yasuko to Kenji - Asian drama recommendation
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Yasuko to Kenji(ヤスコとケンジ)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaBrother-Sister RelationshipComedyDeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherMiniseriesOrphan Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouth

The series revolves around Kenji and his younger sister Yasuko, who lost their parents in a tragic accident a decade ago. Kenji, a former gang leader, now works as a shojo mangaka to provide for himself and Yasuko. Despite his usual calm demeanor while wearing glasses, Kenji reveals a violent side when defending Yasuko. The storyline also delves into Yasuko's relationship with Jun Tsubaki, a handsome and intelligent man. Erika, Jun's sister, currently runs a flower shop but was previously a gang leader who harbored feelings for Kenji in the past. Inspired by the manga series created by Aruko.

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Yasuko To Kenji

Recommendation: Nenriki! Kitaishi Kiyamataka Koko Chonoryoku Kenkyubu similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Nenriki! Kitaishi Kiyamataka Koko Chonoryoku Kenkyubu(ねんりき! 北石器山高校超能力研究部)

2014Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolSchool Club

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 46% similarity match.

Ikuko, Ryoku, and Yamako are three girls with low physical strength who are students at Kitaishi Kiyama High School. They are members of a club known as the "Super Power Research Department," where they explore psychic abilities on a daily basis, despite never witnessing them being used. Their daily routine revolves around investigating psychic powers, creating a whimsical and vibrant atmosphere. (AOI Pro.)

Recommendation: Sumire 16-sai!! similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Sumire 16-sai!!(スミレ16歳!!)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthLifePuppets

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Based on Nagayoshi Takeru's manga "Sumire 16-sai!!" ( 16 !!).

Recommendation: Okusama wa 18 sai similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Okusama wa 18 sai(おくさまは18歳)

2011Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthLifeRomance

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 38% similarity match.

Based on the manga of the same name by the author Motomura Miyoko, this adaptation stays true to the original source material.

Recommendation: Maruko similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Maruko(櫻桃小丸子)

2017Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingYouth

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Marumaru Chibi Maruko-chan similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Marumaru Chibi Maruko-chan(まるまるちびまる子ちゃん)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthChild Female LeadElementary SchoolFamily Relationship

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

Recommendation: Naze Todoin Seiya 16-sai wa Kanojo Dekinai no Ka? similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Naze Todoin Seiya 16-sai wa Kanojo Dekinai no Ka?(なぜ東堂院聖也16歳は彼女が出来ないのか?)

2014Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 36% similarity match.

Despite being physically attractive, intelligent, athletic, and coming from a wealthy and politically influential family, Todoin Seiya is puzzled by his inability to secure a girlfriend throughout his 16 years of life. Despite his numerous attempts, every girl he asks out turns him down. Determined to change his relationship status before high school ends, Seiya refuses to be discouraged by rejection. However, the continuous string of rejections takes a toll on him emotionally.

Recommendation: Hatsukare similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Hatsukare(ハツカレ)

2006Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthAll-Girls SchoolFirst LoveHigh SchoolInnocent Female LeadRomanceTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The story follows Chihiro, a teenage girl who has only attended a girls' school and has never interacted with boys before. One day, a boy she regularly sees at the train station invites her to go out, marking the beginning of her first romantic relationship. This manga depicts the highs and lows of first love with a touch of humor. Taken from the manga Hatsukare by Toumori Miyoshi.

Recommendation: Tonari no Seki-Kun to Rumi-Chan no Jishou similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Tonari no Seki-Kun to Rumi-Chan no Jishou(となりの関くんとるみちゃんの事象)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthClassmates' RelationshipHigh SchoolLifeStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

In class, Yokoi's desk-mate Seki-kun is constantly engaged in various activities without the teacher noticing. He plays intricate games like dominos, shogi, go, and builds mecha models, and even interacts with cats. Despite Yokoi's initial reluctance, she inevitably gets drawn into his games, leading to trouble with the teacher.

Recommendation: Shimobee: Tokubetsuhan similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Shimobee: Tokubetsuhan(しもべえ 特別版)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthComing Of AgeDramaFantasyNice Male LeadSlapstickTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

The play "SHIMOBEE" is making a comeback with a special version that includes new scenes taking place a decade after the original storyline. Yurina, a high school student, installs a mysterious smartphone app and soon starts receiving assistance from a man named Shimobee whenever she encounters difficulties. When her childhood friend, Tatsuma, enrolls at her school, memories of her past ambition to become a doctor resurface. With Shimobee's support, her mundane school routine transforms as she navigates friendships and new experiences. (NHK World Premium)

Recommendation: Ramen Daisuki Koizumi-san similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Ramen Daisuki Koizumi-san(ラーメン大好き小泉さん)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthDramaEccentric Female LeadFoodFriendshipHigh SchoolSismanceTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Koizumi, a captivating high school student, holds a hidden talent as a skilled ramen connoisseur. She spends her days seeking out top-notch ramen establishments to indulge in the savory noodles. Watching Koizumi effortlessly devour a hearty bowl of ramen with finesse rivals even the heartiest of eaters. (Viki)

Recommendation: Sotsu Uta similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Sotsu Uta( 卒うた)

2010Japan
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthLife

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

March marks the time for graduations, a period of farewells, shattered dreams, and loss. Life presents challenges that must be overcome, symbolizing the essence of graduation. As the saying goes, "Goodbye is not the end." Graduation signifies a new beginning rather than an end. This spring, Fuji TV will broadcast a special drama centered on the theme of graduation, featuring a graduation song. The plot revolves around "4 stories linked to popular graduation songs," all set within a radio program. The drama, a poignant and heartwarming tale, delves into the graduation narratives of the radio host and the program's listeners.

Recommendation: Age 12. similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Age 12.(12歳。)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthRomanceStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hokusai to Meshi Saeareba similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Hokusai to Meshi Saeareba(ホクサイと飯さえあれば)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthFoodLifeUniversityYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yamada Fumiko, known as Bun, is a struggling college student residing by herself in Kita Senju, Tokyo. Her companion is a talking plush toy named Hokusai. Despite being introverted and prone to daydreaming, Bun has a talent for creating delightful meals that require minimal preparation, bringing joy to those in her circle. This information is derived from the manga "Hokusai to Meshi Saeareba" authored by Sanami Suzuki.

Recommendation: Bukatsu, Suki Janakya Dame Desu Ka? similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Bukatsu, Suki Janakya Dame Desu Ka?(部活、好きじゃなきゃダメですか?)

2018Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthHigh SchoolSportsStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The comedic tale revolves around a group of high school boys who mistakenly believe that joining club activities will make them popular. Despite lacking genuine interest, they haphazardly decide to join a sports-focused club at their school.

Recommendation: Eizouken ni wa Te o Dasu na! similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Eizouken ni wa Te o Dasu na!(映像研には手を出すな!)

2020Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthAnxietyCGIChildish Female LeadFantasyMental IllnessSchool ClubTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Midori Asakusa dreams of creating an anime, but lacks the motivation to take the first step alone. Serendipitously, she crosses paths with Tsubame Mizusaki, a budding socialite harboring a secret desire to become an animator. Joined by Midori's money-focused best friend Sayaka Kanamori, the lively trio establishes the "Eizouken" club and gradually progresses towards bringing their envisioned world to life. (Wikipedia) Derived from the manga "Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!" by Sumito Owara.

Recommendation: Exciting Change similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Exciting Change(두근두근 체인지 )

2004South Korea
ComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthMultiple Mains

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

A fresh take on school life where the typical girls possess a hidden advantage.

Recommendation: 49 Days with a Merman similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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49 Days with a Merman(我家浴缸的二三事)

2022Taiwan
Adapted From A MangaComedyDeathSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthBromanceCohabitationFantasyHealingHigh SchoolMerman Male LeadSwimming

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Death, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

When a high school student encounters a strong-willed merman and they end up sharing a living space for 49 days, what will unfold? This story is based on the manga series "Orenchi no Furo Jijou" by Itokichi. You can choose between two versions: a TV version consisting of 7 episodes, each lasting 1 hour, or an online version with 14 episodes, each running for 30 minutes. (BLUPDATE2020 Twitter)

Recommendation: Koi ni Mudaguchi similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Koi ni Mudaguchi(恋に無駄口)

2022Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolLifeRomanceStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

Nishina, Maya, Shiro, and Aoi are high school sophomores who are attractive but lackluster in personality. They have made a pact to never get romantically involved and have formed their own club called the "Muda-bu" (Useless Club), dedicated to exploring trivial topics and sharing them on social media. One day, they decide to test a theory from a manga that claims, "If you run with bread in your mouth and collide with someone, you will fall in love." In attempting to carry out the experiment, they accidentally run into someone while holding bread in their mouths.

Recommendation: I Am... similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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I Am...(아이엠)

2017South Korea
Brother-Sister RelationshipComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthAndroidArtificial IntelligenceHigh SchoolRobotRomanceSci-FiShort Length SeriesTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Brother-Sister Relationship, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

A researcher who deserted his two offspring in his quest for success ultimately achieves the creation of an artificial intelligence robot resembling an attractive high school girl. To prevent his creation from falling into the wrong hands, the inventor requests that his grown children look after the robot before departing. The daughter, a high school educator, registers the robot at her school under the name Annie, claiming she is her cousin who has just moved from the United States. Will Annie be able to adapt to her unfamiliar surroundings? What will occur when she discovers the spectrum of human emotions, including love? (Viki) The program was disseminated among middle and high schools in Korea by the Korea Science and Technology Foundation.

Recommendation: Dandori Musume similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Dandori Musume(ダンドリ娘)

2006Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthDramaHigh SchoolStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

The series centers around six teenagers in high school transitioning into adulthood. They come together to explore new experiences and imagine a world beyond their own. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Koko wa Greenwood similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Koko wa Greenwood(ここはグリーン・ウッド)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthAll-Boys SchoolFriendshipRomanceStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

The plot unfolds at Rokuto Academy, an exclusive school for boys, focusing on Hasukawa Kazuya, a newcomer to the unique Greenwood Dormitory, a converted mental institution. His initial shock arises when he finds out that his roommate is Kisaragi Shun, who seems to be a female student. (Tokyograph)

Recommendation: Debusen similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Debusen(でぶせん)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthCross-DressingHigh SchoolStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Fukushima Mitsuru, a financially struggling individual, discovers the body of Fukushima Mitsuko, a deceased female teacher who bears a striking resemblance to him, while contemplating suicide in the Jukai forest near Mt. Fuji. Mitsuko appears to have been affluent based on her belongings left behind. Mitsuru decides to start a new life by impersonating Mitsuko, even though he faces challenges at his new job as a high school teacher surrounded by unruly students. Despite his initial intentions to escape, Mitsuru inadvertently ends up helping to reform the students due to a misunderstanding. Another issue arises for Mitsuru as he continues his masquerade as a female teacher, as the risk of being exposed as a cross-dressing male looms over him. Despite his moral struggles, Mitsuru grapples with his own desires and fantasies on a daily basis. This story is adapted from the novel series "Debusen" by Ando Yuma and illustrated by Asaki Masashi.

Recommendation: Maji de Koukaishitemasu. similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Maji de Koukaishitemasu.(マジで航海してます。)

2017Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthFriendshipLifeSailingUniversityYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Ishikawa Tsubame and Sakamoto Marin are freshmen at a school for future navigators. They participate in a month-long hands-on training on a ship, facing their first challenge in a predominantly male setting. Overcoming tough training and severe seasickness, they work alongside their male classmates.

Recommendation: Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Omae wa Mada Gunma wo Shiranai(お前はまだグンマを知らない)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthHigh SchoolStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Upon transferring to a school in Gunma Prefecture, high school student Nori Kamitsuki was taken aback by the noticeable cultural distinctions. Nori finds himself smitten with his classmate Kyo Shinooka, yet she remains loyal to her roots and declares her preference for dating someone from Gunma. To compound matters, Nori becomes embroiled in a confrontation with the rival prefectures of Tochigi and Ibaraki.

Recommendation: Teng Kong De Ri Zi similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Teng Kong De Ri Zi(腾空的日子)

2014China
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthFriendshipHigh SchoolStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

A brief web series initially launched on Tencent, explores the stories of a group of teenagers in high school and the events they encounter during their adolescence.

Recommendation: Shimokita Sundays similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Shimokita Sundays(下北サンデーズ )

2006Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthNovel AdaptationLifeStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

This drama showcases the yearnings for the past and the aspirations of youth. Yuika Satonaka, a first-year university student, moved to Tokyo to pursue her education. Despite having a fresh start, she felt lost and uninterested in everything around her. During a school orientation, she was captivated by a spontaneous performance by a group of struggling actors called "Shimokita Sundays." Their unique play brought laughter back into Yuika's life, a feeling she had long forgotten. Inspired by their performance, Yuika decides to audition for the group, despite their lack of popularity and audience. (TV Asahi)

Recommendation: Nigatsu no Shosha: Munasawagi no Jishu Shitsu similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Nigatsu no Shosha: Munasawagi no Jishu Shitsu(二月の勝者~胸騒ぎの自習室~)

2021Japan
Adapted From A MangaMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthLifeShort Length Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Based on Takase Shiho's manga series "The Second Company: The Classroom of Absolute Passing" ( - -).

Recommendation: 10 Nen Mae no Hokago similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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10 Nen Mae no Hokago(10年前の放課後)

2023Japan
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolStudent Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Recommendation: Sundome (2023) similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Sundome (2023)(すんドめ)

2023Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesYouthRomanceWeb Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Upon the arrival of Kurumi Hayaka, a stunning new student, into Hideo Aiba's high school class, the leader of the photography club becomes enamored with her. Despite his initial feelings, Aiba quickly realizes he is dealing with Kurumi's mischievous demeanor. How will their complex and unconventional relationship unfold?

Recommendation: Feel It, Genie similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Feel It, Genie(느껴,지니)

2018South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthFriendshipShort Length Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

"Feel It, Genie" revolves around the humorous everyday experiences of Seung Heon Sseu and his companions as they interact with Giga Genie, who conceals his true identity.

Recommendation: Aijou Ippon similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Aijou Ippon(愛情イッポン)

2004Japan
Death Of A MotherMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthDramaFamily RelationshipHigh SchoolJudoMartial ArtsTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Death Of A Mother, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Tomoe, a 17-year-old high school student, leads a somewhat unconventional life due to the loss of her mother when she was young. She resides with her father, Shouhei, and takes on household responsibilities typically handled by a mother. Shouhei's income as a judo instructor for local children is their main source of financial support, making it challenging for them to make ends meet. Tomoe eagerly anticipates attending university to distance herself from her father and the sport of judo, which she dislikes. However, when her father is unexpectedly arrested, she is compelled to take charge at the dojo. Assisted by the high school judo team captain, Tomoe starts teaching the remaining students and even rediscovers her own passion for judo. This heartwarming tale of family dynamics is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.

Recommendation: Seigi no Mikata similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Seigi no Mikata(正義の味方)

2008Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadFamilyHigh SchoolOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceSisters' RelationshipTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 29% similarity match.

Yoko, a 15-year-old girl, faces ongoing torment from her older sister Makiko, who is self-centered and mischievous. Makiko, who graduated from a prestigious university and works for a government office, surprisingly ends up improving situations for those around her, earning her the reputation of being an "ally of justice". This dynamic is adapted from the manga series "Seigi no Mikata" by Hijiri Chiaki.

Recommendation: Campus Freshman similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Campus Freshman(캠퍼스 갓생러)

2023South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthFriendshipShort Length SeriesStudent Supporting CharacterUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

An ultra-realistic drama about empathy follows Yeo Joo, a first-year student in the 23rd design class, as she navigates campus life with different 'concepts' to embrace her fresh start

Recommendation: Genius Comes First similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Genius Comes First(腾空而起的少年)

2024China
ComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthRomanceUniversityWeb Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Freshman Li Yan Hao was mistakenly labeled as a pervert when he attempted to assist someone, leading to a tarnished reputation. Feeling disheartened, he decides to collaborate with Yu Lan's team in producing a short film, discovering a new sense of direction and purpose despite the team's limited experience. (TMDb)

Recommendation: My Life Is Like a Webso similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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My Life Is Like a Webso(내 인생은 웹소처럼)

2019South Korea
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Feel It, Genie Season 2 similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Feel It, Genie Season 2(느껴,지니 2)

2019South Korea
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthArtificial IntelligenceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Soredemo Boku wa Kimi ga Suki similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Soredemo Boku wa Kimi ga Suki(それでも僕は君が好き)

2015Japan
Adapted From A MangaMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthCar AccidentDramaRomance

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Serizawa Yusuke is employed at a legal firm when he is involved in a traffic collision. A woman comes to his aid, and although she seems recognizable to him, he cannot recall her identity. Yusuke Serizawa reflects on his previous romantic relationships.

Recommendation: Toritsu Mizusho! similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Toritsu Mizusho!(都立水商! 〜令和〜)

2019Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingDramaStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, and School Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

A fictional school known as Tokyo Metropolitan Water Exchange Academy focuses on providing education in water trade, specifically in the nighttime entertainment industry. Ishiwata Naoki, currently job hunting, lands a teaching position at this unique school.

Recommendation: Meet the Monkey similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Meet the Monkey(猿に会う)

2020Japan
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthLifeUniversityYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Mako, Kiyo, and Satsuki, three university students, decide to spend their winter break visiting Nikko Toshogu Shrine, known for its numerous sacred areas believed to bring luck in love. While Kiyo has experienced romantic relationships in the past, both Mako and Satsuki are still waiting for their first boyfriends. During their journey, they encounter Akira, a fortune-teller. As they make their way to Nikko, they hear reports on the television about a dangerous criminal on the loose. Will the trio reach Nikko safely?

Recommendation: Shimane ga Drama ni Naru Nante! Returns similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Shimane ga Drama ni Naru Nante! Returns(しまねがドラマになるなんて!リターンズ)

2022Japan
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadWeb Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hamada Tsumugi and Yasugi Yu, two second-year high school students, form a comedic duo known as Giant Salamanders. Tsumugi has her sights set on pursuing a career in comedy in Osaka post-graduation, while Yu is more uncertain about his future path. During winter break, Tsumugi waited with Izumo Haruto, the advisor of the comedy club, for Yu to practice for a local talent competition. However, Yu failed to show up at the scheduled time as he had secretly traveled to Tokyo instead of rehearsing with Tsumugi. With this unexpected turn of events, the future of Giant Salamanders hangs in the balance. What will unfold next?

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Good Person Complex(착한사람 콤플렉스)

2019South Korea
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Don't Worry Apricot(돈워리살구)

2021South Korea
MiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthChild Female LeadElementary SchoolFantasy

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Illustrating the tale of Gye Sal Gu, a young elementary school student constantly lacking pocket money. His life takes a magical turn when a bankbook filled with money mysteriously appears out of the sky. (Cnews)

Recommendation: Gakumon no Susume similar to Yasuko to Kenji
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Gakumon no Susume(学問ノススメ)

2007Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthNovel AdaptationRomanceUniversity

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Nineteen-year-old Tsubuki Junichi fails to pass the university entrance exam due to his lack of academic success and motivation. When he meets Takatou Yuki, a smart and attractive university student, Junichi lies about his education, claiming to be a freshman studying economics. As time passes, Junichi finds himself in a difficult situation as he races against the clock to pass the entrance exam before Yuki discovers the truth. This narrative is inspired by Shimizu Yoshinori's novel "Gakumon no Susume."

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Pink no Idenshi(Pinkの遺伝子)

2005Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsRomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Based in Phoenix High School, the series "love-love" explores various romantic relationships within the student body, with a central focus on Taichi Kobayashi and Natsu Saito. The storyline delves into the intricacies of Taichi and Natsu's relationship, as well as the individuals who are captivated by their bond.

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Boys Este(BOYSエステ)

2007Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolRomanceStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Akagi Hibiki, a high school student, starts working part-time at a beauty salon where his exceptional massage skills earn him the nickname "god hand." His path crosses with Koiwai Shizuka, another high school student who starts feeling self-conscious about her appearance because of hurtful remarks from her boyfriend, sparking a romantic connection between them.

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Yankee-kun to Megane-chan(ヤンキー君とメガネちゃん)

2010Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedySchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthBickering Mains' RelationshipClingy Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadHigh SchoolSlow RomanceStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Daichi Shinagawa is known as a genuine rebel, a troubled teenager who is enrolled in a prestigious high school. His tough image is so well-known that he constantly gets challenged to fights on the streets and is avoided by his classmates. This leads him to spend his days in isolation. However, everything changes when he befriends Hana Adachi, the studious class president who has a quirky personality. Hana, who used to be a rebel herself, introduces Daichi to a world of helping others and getting involved in school activities. Together, they form an unmatched pair in this lively and light-hearted high school story.

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Yowamushi Pedal (2016)(弱虫ペダル)

2016Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthCyclingDramaHigh SchoolMultiple MainsSportsStudent Male LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

Sakamichi Onoda, a student at Sohoku High School, is passionate about anime and games. He regularly rides his bicycle to Tokyo's Akihabara shopping district, which is a 90-kilometer round trip, to indulge in his hobbies. Onoda's life takes a turn when he meets the school's cycling team and decides to participate in the competitive world of bicycle racing.

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Teiichi no Kuni - Gakuseigai no Kissaten(帝一の國~学生街の喫茶店~)

2017Japan
Adapted From A MangaComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingYouthHigh SchoolMultiple MainsShort Length SeriesStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Adapted From A Manga, Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

To coincide with the premiere of the film "Teiichi no Kuni", FujiTV is airing a series of five spin-off dramas showcasing the five main actors portraying characters competing for the position of student council president alongside Teiichi. The students are holding planning sessions for the council elections at Kaitei, the café located next to their school. Each episode highlights a different actor in the lead role. (Credit: DoramaWorld.blogspot)

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Tofu Pro Wrestling(豆腐プロレス)

2017Japan
DeathDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherSchool SettingStudent Female LeadActionHigh SchoolOrphan Female LeadPro WrestlingShort Length SeriesSportsTeenager Female Lead

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Death, Death Of A Father, Death Of A Mother, School Setting, and Student Female Lead themes with a 28% similarity match.

Miyawaki Sakura is a typical high school student whose mother passed away early on. She lives with her father, Ouroboros Youhei, who manages a tofu restaurant and a wrestling dojo. Youhei was once a wrestling champion and now oversees the Kinshicho dojo while running his restaurant. One day, Miyawaki's father suddenly dies, leaving her to fulfill his dream of creating wrestling champions at his dojo. Despite his efforts, his top athletes were enticed to join the Shirogane Gym association, leaving Yokoyama Yui as the only remaining student. Miyawaki, who previously avoided wrestling and resented her father's passion for it, begins to understand his love for his family and the sport. She decides to enter the wrestling world after accepting Yazaki's challenge, despite her initial reluctance.

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The Human Body(コンデラタロウ)

2017Japan
ComedyMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYouthHigh SchoolRomanceShort Length SeriesStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Yasuko to Kenji, this drama also features Comedy, Miniseries, School Setting, Student Female Lead, and Youth themes with a 28% similarity match.

NHK Special "Human Body" is a promotional drama that portrays the interconnected organs of the body in a school setting. This unique drama uses the latest scientific discoveries and presents the organs as characters in a romantic comedy.