Zannen na Otto - Asian drama recommendation
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Zannen na Otto(残念な夫。)

2015Japan
ChildcareFamilyLifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomance

Haruno Yoichi, a 35-year-old man known for his good looks, personality, and skills, is seen as the perfect spouse. However, he has noticed a change in his wife's behavior since their child was born, leaving him feeling like an unhappy husband at home. On the other hand, Chisato, a 28-year-old woman admired for her traditional virtues, used to show her husband the utmost respect. But after giving birth, her husband's actions and words have started to unsettle her, leading her to become a difficult wife to deal with.

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Zannen Na Otto

Recommendation: All the Way Couple similar to Zannen na Otto
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All the Way Couple(一路夫妻)

2007China
FamilyLifeMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadRomancePolice Officer Male LeadTeacher Female Lead

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative follows Qiu Ying Jie, a dedicated and compassionate police officer, and his spouse, Yu Ru Hua, a caring and righteous elementary school educator

Recommendation: Shumatsu Tabi no Gokui: Fufutte Sonna Kantan Janai Mono similar to Zannen na Otto
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Shumatsu Tabi no Gokui: Fufutte Sonna Kantan Janai Mono(週末旅の極意~夫婦ってそんな簡単じゃないもの~)

2023Japan
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseries

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, and Miniseries themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Man's Secret (2014) similar to Zannen na Otto
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The Man's Secret (2014)(男人的秘密)

2014China
FamilyMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadRomanceComedy

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Zhang Yang and Zhu Li An have been happily married for seven years. To mark the milestone of overcoming the challenges often associated with this period, the couple hosted a lavish gathering at a hotel with their loved ones. However, their joy was disrupted by unexpected guests - Zhang Yang's ex-girlfriend and his old classmate Long Dong Qiang, who began plotting against him.

Recommendation: Utsukusiki Wana - Zanka Ryoran similar to Zannen na Otto
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Utsukusiki Wana - Zanka Ryoran(美しき罠~残花繚乱~)

2015Japan
FamilyLifeMiniseriesRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Rika Ikeda, aged 34, engages in a relationship with Sota Kashiwagi, aged 54. Sota, who is married to Mitsuko and has a daughter, is also the director at the company where Rika works. Despite Rika's deep affection for Sota, he ultimately deceives and ends the relationship. Rika encounters Keiichi Ochiai through a blind date, who happens to be a close friend and almost like a younger brother to Sota Kashiwagi. Subsequently, Rika decides to seek revenge.

Recommendation: Tasuku to Rinko similar to Zannen na Otto
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Tasuku to Rinko(タスクとリンコ)

2019Japan
Married Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

This YouTube series revolves around a married couple on the brink of divorce just one week into their marriage

Recommendation: Pension: Koi wa Momoiro similar to Zannen na Otto
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Pension: Koi wa Momoiro(ペンション・恋は桃色)

2020Japan
FamilyLifeMiniseriesRomanceFather-Daughter Relationship

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Shiro and his daughter Haru manage the guesthouse "Love Is Pink"

Recommendation: Graduating from Marriage 2 similar to Zannen na Otto
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Graduating from Marriage 2(婚姻結業式2)

2023Taiwan
Married Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hotel Saltwater similar to Zannen na Otto
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Hotel Saltwater(鹽水大飯店)

2024Taiwan
FamilyLifeMiniseriesRomanceFriendship

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 44% 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.

Recommendation: When the Silver Bell Rings similar to Zannen na Otto
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When the Silver Bell Rings(실버벨이 울리면)

2024South Korea
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceArchitect Male LeadDating AppDementiaSingle Father Male LeadSocial MediaTeacher Male Lead

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A love story unfolds in a world where passion and reality are closely intertwined, showcasing the raw and genuine intimacy experienced by seniors in their twilight years. The characters include Park Geum Yeon, a skilled hanbok artisan who has long abandoned thoughts of romance; her sister Park Su Hyang, a devoted wife and mother; architect Seong Nak Won, who embraces the single life; and O Seok Jo, Soo Hyang's husband struggling with early-onset cognitive decline.

Recommendation: The Sweet Burden similar to Zannen na Otto
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The Sweet Burden(小儿难养)

2012China
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceDramaFamily RelationshipFatherhoodMotherhood

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 42% similarity match.

Jiang Xin and Jian Ning are often referred to as the ideal couple. They tied the knot and welcomed their first child before reaching the age of 30. However, they soon realize that they were unprepared for the challenges of parenthood as they are overwhelmed by the new responsibilities that come with caring for a child.

Recommendation: Li Hun Hou Zha Nan Hou Hui Le similar to Zannen na Otto
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Li Hun Hou Zha Nan Hou Hui Le(离婚后渣男后悔了)

2024China
FamilyMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceFilmed VerticallyRevengeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 42% similarity match.

Shen Li and Gu Yan have been married for three years. Throughout this time, Gu Yan treated Shen Li as a mere replacement. On their third anniversary, Gu Yan gifted her an expensive insurance policy with the intention of exploiting it for fraudulent purposes. Following an accident, Shen Li regained consciousness from a coma and initiated her plan for a comeback.

Recommendation: 21st Century Family similar to Zannen na Otto
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21st Century Family(21세기 가족)

2012South Korea
FamilyMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceAge GapAge GapComedyFormer Celebrity Male LeadSitcom

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 42% similarity match.

Introducing the tale of a touching and relatable contemporary family! Duk Hwa, a once-famous figure, is married to a stunning wife who is two decades his junior. Keum Pyo, the eldest daughter, is navigating her second marriage following the collapse of her first. Eun Pyo, the younger sister, is grounded and destined to find love. Meanwhile, Dong Pyo, an outspoken and pretentious youth, is experiencing the chaos of his vibrant adolescence. These eccentric family members share their narratives as their domestic conflicts come to light.

Recommendation: The Threat of Love similar to Zannen na Otto
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The Threat of Love(Loving You 我愛你)

2000Hong Kong
FamilyLifeMiniseriesRomanceDramaFriendship

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% 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.

Recommendation: Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! similar to Zannen na Otto
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Sousa Kaigi wa Living de!(捜査会議はリビングで!)

2018Japan
FamilyMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceComedyDetective Female LeadDetective FictionHousehusband Male LeadInvestigationMysteryWriter Male Lead

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Morikawa Shoko works as a detective in the Special Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department. She entered the police force driven by a strong desire for justice and a surplus of energy. When faced with a case, she fearlessly confronts wrongdoers. However, she struggles with household chores and is not skilled in that area. Shoko's husband, Akira, is a novelist known for his intelligence, kindness, and sensitivity. Despite coming from a family of athletes with a long history in law enforcement, Akira chose to pursue writing against his parents' wishes. His novels are not well-received, but his blog about household tips unexpectedly gains popularity. As a result, he becomes known as a charismatic stay-at-home dad, creating a unique dynamic in their family. Together, this unconventional couple solves mysteries using a combination of intellect and physical strength, often involving their son Nao in the process.

Recommendation: Diary (2018) similar to Zannen na Otto
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Diary (2018)(ダイアリー)

2018Japan
FamilyLifeMiniseriesRomanceDramaMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Ayaka Miyata is employed at a company that produces stationery and is set to marry her coworker, Yuichi Hiyama. Despite this, she is hesitant to share the news with her mother, Harumi. Ayaka and Harumi have been estranged since a major disagreement they had when Ayaka was 20 years old. Harumi has always kept the identity of Ayaka's father a secret since she was a child. One day, Yuichi urges Ayaka to inform her mother, which leads to Harumi visiting the company the following day to evaluate whether Yuichi is a suitable partner. During the meeting, Yuichi and Harumi hit it off and she agrees to attend the wedding dress fitting. Unfortunately, on the day of the fitting, Harumi is rushed to the hospital after suffering from a sudden brain hemorrhage. Despite three months passing, she remains unconscious. Meanwhile, Ayaka discovers her mother's living will from a nurse, revealing that she had been exchanging diaries with her high school classmates. Using the diary as a guide, Ayaka travels to Kaga City in Ishikawa Prefecture, her mother's hometown. The revelations in the diary, filled with both lies and harsh truths, ultimately lead Ayaka to find true happiness.

Recommendation: Soredemo Ore wa, Tsuma to Shitai similar to Zannen na Otto
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Soredemo Ore wa, Tsuma to Shitai(それでも俺は、妻としたい)

2025Japan
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadNovel AdaptationComedy

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, and Married Male Lead themes with a 40% similarity match.

Gota, a 42-year-old aspiring scriptwriter, has an annual income of 380,000 yen. To show his love for his wife, Chika, he has been intimate with her every night. However, Chika has recently started turning him down with a simple "no." Despite Gota's attempts to initiate intimacy, Chika responds with verbal abuse.

Recommendation: Modern City similar to Zannen na Otto
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Modern City(暖阳之下)

2021China
FamilyLifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceChairman Male LeadDramaDysfunctional MarriageEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadHalf-sister-Half-brother RelationshipManager Female LeadMature Female Lead

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Song Si Ning relocates to Beijing in pursuit of her aspirations, where she finds herself at odds with her spouse, Li Jun Long, regarding the decision to have a second child

Recommendation: Chengdu, Forget Me Tonight similar to Zannen na Otto
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Chengdu, Forget Me Tonight(成都,今夜请将我遗忘)

2007China
FamilyLifeRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: More Than Words Can Say similar to Zannen na Otto
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More Than Words Can Say(좋은걸 어떡해)

2000South Korea
FamilyLifeRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: 100 Days of Love II similar to Zannen na Otto
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100 Days of Love II(熱戀100天)

2017Hong Kong
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: 100 Days of Love similar to Zannen na Otto
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100 Days of Love(閃婚100天)

2017Hong Kong
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Koi Suru Nihongo similar to Zannen na Otto
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Koi Suru Nihongo(恋する日本語)

2011Japan
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A tale depicting the proprietor of an inquisitive boutique assisting women in resolving their relationship dilemmas through the use of eloquent and lovely language

Recommendation: Koi wo Nannen Yasundemasu ka similar to Zannen na Otto
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Koi wo Nannen Yasundemasu ka(恋を何年休んでますか)

2001Japan
FamilyMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Yuko, Mayumi, and Sakiko have each been married for a while and are content with their lives. They confide in each other about their challenges, aspirations, and desires during their gatherings at Mayumi's beauty salon. This narrative sheds light on the experiences of modern women, specifically housewives.

Recommendation: Hitonatsu no Papa e similar to Zannen na Otto
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Hitonatsu no Papa e(ひと夏のパパへ)

2003Japan
FamilyLifeMiniseries

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 38% similarity match.

After losing her mother, a high school student named Marimo embarks on a journey to meet her estranged father, Shinpei, whom she had never known. To her surprise, Shinpei turns out to be a 38-year-old aspiring private detective, very different from the father she had imagined. Despite initial disbelief, Shinpei eventually accepts Marimo as his daughter after seeing the necessary documents. As they navigate their newfound relationship, Marimo labels Shinpei as "The worst father in the world" while Shinpei mourns the loss of his freedom. Together, they discover the challenges and rewards of building a father-daughter bond.

Recommendation: My Precious Date similar to Zannen na Otto
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My Precious Date(一番大切なデート 東京の空・上海の夢)

2004Japan
LifeMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kojinsa Arimasu similar to Zannen na Otto
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Kojinsa Arimasu(個人差あります)

2022Japan
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceAdapted From A MangaDramaGender BenderGender SwapManager Supporting CharacterOffice Worker Male LeadSci-FiWriter Female Lead

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Isomori Akira and Sonoko have been married for five years and currently have a distant relationship. One day, a life-threatening incident transforms Akira's body into that of a woman while his mind remains male. As a result, Akira must adapt to the challenges of living as a woman with Sonoko's support. Sonoko decides to stand by Akira during this challenging period and assists him in adjusting to his new identity. Through this experience, Sonoko realizes the significance of her husband in her life and they both notice Akira's increasing identification as a woman. This leads to confusion for Akira as he questions his gender identity. Sonoko also grapples with her feelings towards Akira in his new form and contemplates their future together as women.

Recommendation: Like in Heaven similar to Zannen na Otto
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Like in Heaven(欺妻49天)

2023Taiwan
FamilyMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A car accident on their 20th wedding anniversary alters the course of their lives. A mysterious key raises questions about which door it opens. A mischievous boy brings unexpected challenges. The protagonist's best friend offers help, but her involvement may complicate matters. Navigating between the realms of the living and the deceased, the protagonist helps lost souls with their love dilemmas. With only 49 days to meet a deadline, will love prevail in the end? (pavilion.taicca.tw)

Recommendation: Can We Love Again (2006) similar to Zannen na Otto
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Can We Love Again (2006)(우리 다시 사랑할까요)

2006South Korea
FamilyMiniseriesRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

This two-part drama highlights the issue of gender inequality in Korea. Can We Love Again portrays Kang Young Sook, a middle-class housewife who feels stifled and overlooked by her self-centered husband and children, despite her unwavering dedication to their care for two decades. Eventually, Young Sook resolves that she can no longer endure this neglect, and she is determined to break free, allowing them to manage on their own while she seeks independence.

Recommendation: Han River Ballad similar to Zannen na Otto
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Han River Ballad(한강수타령)

2004South Korea
FamilyLifeRomance

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

"Song of the Han River" tells a tale of love and life centered around a lively middle-aged woman, her two daughters, a niece, a nephew, and an array of other surrounding characters. The protagonist, Kim Yeong Hui, is a widow who earns a living by selling fish to provide for her family. Throughout their often tumultuous experiences, readers witness the struggles of a typical family and the enduring affection they hold for each other. "Song of the Han River" offers a heartfelt yet exhausting narrative about everyday individuals confronting the usual challenges of life. (MBC Global Media)

Recommendation: Mom's House similar to Zannen na Otto
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Mom's House(孃家)

2008Taiwan
FamilyLifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceBusinessman-Businesswoman Supporting CharacterFamily BusinessHardworking Female LeadMelodramaRetired Male LeadSoap OperaSocial Media AddictionUnemployed Male Lead

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

After retiring as an elementary school principal, Lin Shi Shi helped arrange marriages for his three daughters: Lin Li Hua, Lin Li Fang, and Lin Li Yun. They married an elementary school director, heir to the Yang family fortune, and a pork knuckles proprietor, respectively. Lin Shi Shi and his wife, Wu Pao Chu, reassured their daughters that they will always have a home with their family as they start their new lives.

Recommendation: Through a Lens Darkly similar to Zannen na Otto
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Through a Lens Darkly(無人之境)

2024Hong Kong
LifeMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiniseriesDramaNeighborhood SettingNeighbors' Relationship

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

Everyone harbors their own hidden truths; are you brave enough to uncover them? Caught up in the hustle and bustle of his daily routine, Mo, an office worker, has remained apathetic to his surroundings. However, a scolding from the head of the Owners' Corporation prompts Mo to use a drone to observe the chairperson's life, leading him to discover the secrets of various households. From the cheerful and lively fitness instructor to the flirtatious dance teacher, the kindergarten educator with a warm smile, the professor couple in love, the quiet Indonesian domestic helper, to the vigilant chairperson of the Owners' Corporation who monitors the estate incessantly... each individual has their own narrative. While spying on his neighbors, Mo catches a glimpse of his wife Ling in a neighboring apartment, setting off a chain of events that disrupt the couple's tranquil existence. As Mo delves into the lives of those around him, he realizes he knows less and less about his own wife. Despite the city's illuminated skyline at night, darkness looms within every home.

Recommendation: Wagaya no Himitsu similar to Zannen na Otto
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Wagaya no Himitsu(我が家のヒミツ)

2019Japan
FamilyLifeMarried Female LeadMiniseriesAnthologyComedyPregnancy

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Married Female Lead, and Miniseries themes with a 36% similarity match.

A comprehensive drama depicting the lives of four women, one of whom is obsessed with online auctions while the others worry about their husbands constantly switching jobs and launching new businesses.

Recommendation: Rikokatsu similar to Zannen na Otto
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Rikokatsu(リコカツ)

2021Japan
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceCancerComedyDramaDysfunctional MarriageIllnessOpposites Attract

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Mizuguchi Saki, a talented editor for a fashion magazine, comes from a modern and open-minded family. She crosses paths with Obara Koichi, the top pilot of the Air Rescue Wing in the Air Self-Defense Force, who was raised in a strict military household and embodies the quintessential disciplined individual. Despite their contrasting personalities, Saki and Koichi decide to tie the knot without going through the traditional dating phase, envisioning a blissful life together following an extravagant wedding ceremony. However, conflicts arise when they move in together, stemming from their divergent lifestyles and values, leading to heated arguments. Eventually, they come to the difficult decision to part ways. Yet, breaking the news of their impending divorce to their loved ones proves to be a challenging task, as they had initially been met with much joy and anticipation. Consequently, they discreetly make preparations for their separation.

Recommendation: 2049-The Talk of Love similar to Zannen na Otto
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2049-The Talk of Love(2049-幸福話術)

2021Taiwan
Married Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiniseriesRomanceDramaFutureLack Of CommunicationSci-FiWriter Male LeadWriter's Block

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

In the year 2049, technological progress is evident, yet human behavior remains rudimentary. The future poses a challenge involving the intersection of human nature and technology. While the mind-reading tool Stable is able to prolong happiness, it falls short in detecting the depth of my affection for you. (Taiwan Series YouTube Channel)

Recommendation: Pearl similar to Zannen na Otto
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Pearl(爱闪亮)

2013China
FamilyLifeRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Divided into two sections, the initial segment is known as Ai Shan Liang with 33 episodes, while the latter part is titled Shan Liang Ai with 37 episodes. Pearl, also known as Zhen Zhu, was brought up by her grandmother after her mother abandoned her to marry a prosperous doctor. Her aspiration is to excel as a clothing designer, and she puts in a great deal of effort to make her dream come true. She falls in love with wealthy "Fu Er Dai" He Zhi Wei, and after overcoming numerous challenges posed by their families, they tie the knot. Zhen Zhu becomes pregnant, but tragically, Zhi Wei is involved in an accident, leaving her widowed and pregnant. Five years later, Zhen Zhu is looking after her child and her late husband's family. To support them, she secures a position at a clothing design firm. Through her determination and kindness, Zhen Zhu touches the lives of those around her and gradually moves closer to realizing her dream as a clothing designer.

Recommendation: Happiness From The Clouds similar to Zannen na Otto
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Happiness From The Clouds(幸福从天而降)

2014China
FamilyLifeRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

After years of constant arguments and dissatisfaction, Tian Lan and Zhan Peng decided to end their marriage and pursue separate paths. They both found new partners and began to enjoy the happiness of being in a loving relationship. However, the well-being of their daughter has posed a challenge for their new partners. Will they reconcile to fulfill their daughter's desire for a united family or work together to address the issue appropriately?

Recommendation: Full House of Happiness similar to Zannen na Otto
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Full House of Happiness(老爸當家)

2017China
FamilyLifeRomanceFood

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Oh! My Propose similar to Zannen na Otto
33%Match
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Oh! My Propose(オー!マイ・プロポーズ)

2010Japan
LifeMiniseriesRomanceShort Length Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Yumi and Yuusaku are on the verge of getting married. Yumi is dressed in her wedding gown, anxiously waiting for the ceremony to start. However, she is concerned because they have not officially gotten engaged. To add a special touch to the event, she invited five couples to the ceremony with a card that reads, "Please share your words of love with the most significant person in your life." As the couples make their way to the ceremony, they each start expressing their heartfelt emotions.

Recommendation: Under One Roof similar to Zannen na Otto
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Under One Roof(一個屋簷下)

2021Taiwan
FamilyLifeRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

A contemporary family saga unfolds, portraying the individual struggles and concerns of each household member

Recommendation: Kuro-chan's Love: Yappari, Aidashin similar to Zannen na Otto
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Kuro-chan's Love: Yappari, Aidashin(クロちゃんずラブ~やっぱり、愛だしん~)

2023Japan
LifeMiniseriesRomanceWeb Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Nan Hun Nan She similar to Zannen na Otto
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Nan Hun Nan She(难婚难舍)

2022China
Married Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceDramaFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hometown Over the Hill Season 2 similar to Zannen na Otto
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Hometown Over the Hill Season 2(산너머 남촌에는 2)

2012South Korea
FamilyLifeRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

A theatrical piece that explores the diverse individuals connected to a rural agricultural community.

Recommendation: Up in the Air similar to Zannen na Otto
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Up in the Air(多大点事儿)

2025China
FamilyMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceFather-in-law - Son-in-law RelationshipFreelancer Female LeadLawyer Male LeadMarried Supporting CharacterMother-in-law - Son-in-law RelationshipPainter Female LeadShort Length Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Lin Yue and Gu Chuan have been married for almost a year, but they have contrasting views on their relationship and possess distinct personalities. Gu Chuan, a structured and busy lawyer, believes that Lin Yue's job as a freelance illustrator is often on the verge of legality, lacking the organization and discipline he values. On the other hand, Lin Yue, a free-spirited painter, feels that her husband's interference in her work is disrespectful and resents his attempts to control her life. As tensions escalate, they decide to start the divorce process, entering the mandatory 30-day cooling-off period. However, when Lin Yue fails to secure a train ticket to visit her parents and Gu Chuan insists on accompanying her, they are confronted with her parents' troubled marriage and possible divorce. Through this experience, they gain new perspectives on marriage and their own issues. The question remains: is it too late to salvage their relationship, or has love already faded away?

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Gentle Wild Bone(野骨温柔)

2025China
LifeMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceAffectionate Mains' RelationshipFilmed VerticallyHealthy Mains’ RelationshipHigh School CrushInvestor Male LeadLong Time CrushShort Length Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Life, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

The wealthy and cunning investor Jian Yu Chen and the money-driven designer Wen Ni tied the knot hastily. They had been acquaintances since their high school days. Following a chance encounter, she spontaneously proposed marriage and he agreed. Being colleagues at the same company, they opted to keep their marital status under wraps. While they often clashed at work, their relationship was affectionate in private. Wen Ni always believed their marriage was a spur-of-the-moment decision, unaware that his meticulously planned ten-year secret affection had finally come to fruition.

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Seed of Hope(俗世情真)

2003Hong Kong
FamilyLifeRomanceDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Wu Lik Wung, a prominent financial expert, was given 240 hours of community service as punishment for drug-related charges. During this time, he crossed paths with children from troubled backgrounds, which led to a transformative experience. It was here that he encountered Lam Siu Mun, a compassionate social worker at the Children's Home who approached each child as a precious gift and every task as a sacred duty.

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Men in Pain(男人之苦)

2006Hong Kong
FamilyLifeRomanceComedy

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

It is challenging to navigate life as a human, especially as a man, and even more so as a husband and father. Hong Tin Yam bears the responsibility of being the head of his family, which includes his son Hong Sai Hei and second wife Wong Dak Kiu. Their extended family, consisting of Wong Dak Wai, Wong Dak Lan, her husband, and two children, as well as their father, live nearby. Throughout the story, we witness the various struggles and challenges Hong Tin Yam faces, both mentally and emotionally, as he fulfills his role as a man.

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Imagine(イマジン)

2000Japan
FamilyLifeRomanceMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Iijima Yu, a working woman, shares a home with her mother, Iijima Mitsuko. Despite being surrounded by love, Yu has not yet found romance. Meanwhile, her mother finds herself falling for Honnodera Toshihiko. Yu's path crosses with Tanaka Yohei, a new colleague at her workplace, hinting at a promising future for both of them. (DramaWiki)

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As Husband as Wife(小夫妻)

2024China
FamilyMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadRomanceNovel AdaptationComedyCEO Supporting CharacterDramaFamily RelationshipHousehusband Male LeadWeb Series

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Married Female Lead, Married Life, Married Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Enthusiastically, Zhou Quan handed in his resignation to his employer. Coincidentally, his wife Che Li's social media account gained sudden popularity, propelling her into the role of an entrepreneur. Zhou Quan joyfully accepted a new position that offered accommodation, along with a monthly salary of 20,000 yuan after deductions. Upon starting the job, he immediately reached out to the main client - his son Zhou Ai Wen. In this unique situation, Zhou Quan finds himself as a stay-at-home dad working for his wife as his boss and his son as his client, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his life.

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Strawberry on the Shortcake(ストロベリー・オンザ・ショートケーキ)

2001Japan
FamilyLifeMiniseriesRomanceMultiple CouplesStudent-Teacher RelationshipUnrequited LoveYouth

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Irie Manato started isolating himself from society at a certain point. Despite appearing indifferent when teased, it is merely a facade he puts on. His encounter with a peculiar girl named Misawa Yui changes things. Yui, who despises the monotony of daily life, playfully challenges Manato with her blunt honesty. Feeling lonely and scared, Manato hesitates but is inexplicably drawn to her. Unfortunately, his affection for Yui is destined to remain unreciprocated. --TBS

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Honke no Yome(本家のヨメ)

2001Japan
FamilyLifeMiniseriesDrama

Like Zannen na Otto, this drama also features Family, Life, and Miniseries themes with a 33% similarity match.

Nozomi, a Taiwanese woman, is married to Shinji, a Japanese businessman living in Taipei. Their relationship takes a turn when Shinji is required to go back to Japan to manage the family estate. This leads to a conflict between Nozomi and her mother-in-law. (groink)