Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru - Asian drama recommendation
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Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru(ゼイチョー ~「払えない」にはワケがある~)

2023Japan
BusinessComedyFinancial CrimeLifeMayor Supporting CharacterMysteryOffice SettingStatutory CrimeTax EvasionTax Investigator Female LeadTax Investigator Male LeadTax Investigator Supporting CharacterWhite-Collar CrimeWorkplace Setting

Aiba Soichiro is employed in the tax department of the local government. His main responsibility involves collecting overdue taxes from individuals by assessing their financial status and conducting visits to their residences. In certain cases, he seizes their assets and encourages them to settle their tax debts. Despite the nature of his job, Soichiro approaches taxpayers with empathy and endeavors to assist them in finding solutions. Previously a government official at the Ministry of Finance, Soichiro made the decision to transition into the role of a tax collector for personal reasons.

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Zeicho Haraenai Ni Wa Wake Ga Aru

Recommendation: Marusa!! similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Marusa!!(マルサ !! 東京国税局査察部)

2003Japan
BusinessMysteryStatutory CrimeTax EvasionTax Investigator Female LeadTax Investigator Male LeadTax Investigator Supporting CharacterWhite-Collar CrimeDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigationPhysically Strong Male Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Mystery, Statutory Crime, Tax Evasion, Tax Investigator Female Lead, Tax Investigator Male Lead, Tax Investigator Supporting Character, and White-Collar Crime themes with a 42% similarity match.

The Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau's Investigation Department, also known as "Marusa," is responsible for uncovering sophisticated and cunning methods of tax evasion. The third division within this department is tasked with identifying tax evaders, each with their own distinct personalities. These division members are granted special authority to act as undercover agents during their investigations. They are a group of independent individuals with strong and unique traits, utilizing their exceptional abilities and various tactics to track down their targets.

Recommendation: I Hate Going to Work similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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I Hate Going to Work(회사 가기 싫어)

2019South Korea
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaMockumentaryOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

A realistic office drama portraying individuals reluctant to head to their jobs, which will strike a chord with typical office employees. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Jinji no Hitomi similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Jinji no Hitomi(人事の人見)

2025Japan
ComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting Character

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative takes place at "Hinode Enpitsu", a well-established company in the stationery industry. Despite its impressive track record and reputation, some employees have expressed concerns about the perceived favoritism towards the Sales and Product Development departments, while the HR department is often undervalued. Hitomi Ren, an experienced HR specialist recruited from an international firm, teams up with Mano Naomi to address the company's challenges and confront the issues facing today's workforce.

Recommendation: Damn Good Company Season 3 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Damn Good Company Season 3(좋좋소 시즌 3)

2021South Korea
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Damn Good Company Season 4 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Damn Good Company Season 4(좋좋소 시즌 4)

2022South Korea
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Damn Good Company Season 5 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Damn Good Company Season 5(좋좋소 시즌 5)

2022South Korea
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

Season 5 of 'It's Good' follows the journey of Jeongseung Network and Baek International as they search for fresh cuisine following intense trade rivalry.

Recommendation: The Investigator similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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The Investigator(简言的夏冬)

2022China
BusinessMysteryTax Investigator Female LeadTax Investigator Male LeadWorkplace SettingClassmates' RelationshipCrimeDramaFraudFriendshipInvestigationWrongfully Accused

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Mystery, Tax Investigator Female Lead, Tax Investigator Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

A tale of risk management revolves around a group of investigators collaborating to combat fraud. Xia Dong, an investigator at a global risk management firm, is deeply committed to upholding professional ethics. Assigned a task to uncover the truth behind a past incident that led to his wrongful accusation while studying overseas, Xia Dong relocates from the company's US headquarters to its Shanghai branch. At the Shanghai office, he reunites with Jian Yan, a former schoolmate who now works as an investigator. Through his unwavering righteousness and compassion, Xia Dong swiftly resolves past misunderstandings. As they conduct a background check on a company, Xia Dong and Jian Yan face threats to their lives due to intervening in the family disputes of Lin Jun Wen, an old classmate. Despite the dangers, Xia Dong and Jian Yan remain steadfast in their commitment to upholding integrity in the corporate world.

Recommendation: Heaven? similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Heaven?(Heaven?~ご苦楽レストラン~)

2019Japan
BusinessComedyLifeMysteryWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaCharacter DevelopmentChef Supporting CharacterFoodInvestigationRestaurantSlight Romance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Mystery, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Iga Kan is employed at a family-owned restaurant, known for his sincerity but inflexibility. Despite his inability to fake smiles for customers, one particular woman, Kurosu Kanako, sees potential in him. Kanako, a mysterious figure, shares her plans to open a French restaurant in an unconventional location - a cemetery. The new staff, including former apprentice hairdresser Kawai Taichi, ex-rice & beef bowl restaurant manager Tsutsumi Keitaro, failed chef Ozawa Yukio, and retired bank executive turned sommelier Yamagata Shigeomi, seem mismatched for the upscale establishment. What is Kanako's motive for assembling this eclectic team? And will the French restaurant ultimately open its doors?

Recommendation: Damn Good Company Season 2 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Damn Good Company Season 2(좋좋소 시즌 2)

2021South Korea
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Super Rookie similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Super Rookie(신입사원)

2005South Korea
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaOffice Worker Male LeadRomance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Super Rookie is a witty comedy that inspires and empowers young individuals facing challenging times. The narrative follows a young man named Kang Ho, who unexpectedly lands a position at a prestigious firm, LK, due to a glitch in the computer system. Lacking a notable family or educational background, he is often viewed as a slacker by conventional standards. To make matters worse, he appears to dedicate his life to reading comic books, playing cards, and kickboxing. Nonetheless, he possesses a vibrant spirit, street smarts, athleticism, loyalty, and charm, particularly around women. The drama unfolds his journey into this new role, his experiences at work, and the relationships and passions that shape his life in an engaging manner. Despite the challenges he faces, he remains undeterred. Kang Ho's optimistic attitude, along with Mi Ok's determination to enhance her circumstances, offers today's youth a chance to reflect on their own lives and consider what is genuinely significant.

Recommendation: Damn Good Company similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Damn Good Company(좋좋소)

2021South Korea
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

"Darn Fine Business" portrays the everyday struggles of Korean small and medium-sized enterprises through humorous scenarios and a realistic storyline. (Kbizoom.com)

Recommendation: Muno no Taka similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Muno no Taka(無能の鷹)

2024Japan
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAirhead Female LeadCo-workers' RelationshipMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterProgrammer Supporting CharacterSlapstick

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Takano Tsumeko exudes confidence and speaks in a composed manner. Despite her outward appearance of competence, she lacks basic skills such as operating a computer or using a copier machine. However, her confident demeanor helps her win the trust of clients and secure contracts effortlessly. On the other hand, Hiwada Michito, a new employee at the same company as Takano Tsumeko, is skilled at his job but comes across as incompetent. The two are paired up to work together.

Recommendation: Just Too Bored similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Just Too Bored(단지 너무 지루해서)

2018South Korea
BusinessComedyMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace SettingInvestigationNice Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceShort Length SeriesShy Female LeadWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Mystery, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

A web series showcasing a romantic relationship in the workplace, filled with intrigue, hidden truths, and interns attempting to find their way through their professional lives.

Recommendation: Shin's Project similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Shin's Project(신사장 프로젝트)

2025South Korea
BusinessComedyMysteryOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdvisor Male LeadBlack ComedyIntern Male LeadInvestigationNegotiator Male LeadShop Owner Male LeadSocial CommentaryTown Setting

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Mystery, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Mr. Shin may seem like a typical owner of a chicken shop, but he has a knack for appearing precisely when tensions rise, fists are ready to be thrown, and disorder threatens, using one incisive and satisfying remark to defuse the situation. When Philip, a meticulous rookie judge, finds himself unexpectedly assigned to the chicken shop instead of a courtroom, and Si On, a delivery rider who covertly serves as Mr. Shin's informant, becomes part of the team, this unlikely trio starts to pursue the truth and forge new paths for justice. Everything appears to be going well, but one question lingers: Who is Mr. Shin, really?

Recommendation: Haken no Oscar similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Haken no Oscar(派遣のオスカル ~少女漫画に愛をこめて~)

2009Japan
BusinessComedyLifeWorkplace SettingMiniseriesRomanceSmart Female LeadWorkplace Romance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale of a temporary employee who escapes into the imaginative realm of a manga called Rose of Versailles. Katsuko's mundane routine is disrupted when the company president's son introduces a harsh cost-cutting plan at her workplace, causing her distress. Hearing the voice of Oscar, the protagonist of the comic, Katsuko is inspired to stand up for her coworkers and oppose the unfair policy.

Recommendation: Mr. Kang Season 2 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Mr. Kang Season 2(강계장 시즌2)

2022South Korea
ComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mr. Kang similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Mr. Kang(강계장)

2022South Korea
ComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

Recommendation: Twenty Your Life On similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Twenty Your Life On(二十不惑)

2020China
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingCity SettingCollege To Working LifeComing Of AgeFemale Centered PlotFirst LoveMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceRoommates' RelationshipSismance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale about the anxieties of young adulthood is narrated through the experiences of four college girls on the brink of graduation. Jiang Xiao Guo, lacking in power, beauty, and wealth, has always felt envious of her three roommates. Duan Jia Bao, hailing from a wealthy background, leads a carefree life focused on chasing celebrities and savoring good food. Luo Yanmay struggles with her mother's controlling nature, but takes comfort in knowing her future is secure. Liang Shuang, a driven and attractive senior, demonstrates her adaptability to society. Yet, she soon realizes that everyone faces their own challenges. Duan Jia Bao encounters first love complications when she discovers she and her friend are vying for the same man. Luo Yan uncovers a long-hidden secret about her mother while trying to empathize with her. Meanwhile, Liang Shuang must learn to be mindful of not hurting those who care for her. Over the course of a year, the bond between the four young women strengthens.

Recommendation: Gaus Electronics similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Gaus Electronics(가우스전자)

2022South Korea
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A WebtoonBusiness IndustryEmotionally Strong Female LeadFormer Athlete Female LeadHot-tempered Female LeadMarketing IndustryOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceWorkplace Politics

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

The members of Marketing Team 3 in the home appliance department at Gaus Electronics HQ are no strangers to stress. This team, consisting of 10 employees, operates within a busy multinational company where chaos is a common occurrence. Among them are Lee Sang Sik, known for his positive personality but often misreading his coworkers' moods. Cha Na Rae serves as the hot-tempered assistant manager, while Baek Ma Tan, heir to the rival Power Group, shocked his family by joining Gaus as a junior employee despite his privileged background. Geon Gang Mi, on the other hand, comes from more modest beginnings and has always strived for success, albeit with a tendency to change when drinking. Despite their differences, the team begins to form a bond with potential for romance. The question remains: will any of them escape the chaos or find a way to bring order to their workplace?

Recommendation: Miss Lee similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Miss Lee(청일전자 미쓰리)

2019South Korea
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingCheerful Female LeadCEO Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Male LeadHardworking Female LeadInnocent Female LeadNice Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadShy Female Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

“Miss Lee” tells the tale of Lee Seon Shim, who begins her journey at the lowest level of her organization and unexpectedly rises to the position of CEO as she strives to rescue her company from disaster following the sudden vanishing of its owner. Despite having minimal qualifications and initially being relegated to running various trivial tasks, her distinctive optimism enables her to endure and ultimately transform into an inspiring and exceptional leader. Yoo Jin Wook, known for his sharp wit and realism, has faced numerous challenges in his life. Although his past has made him jaded, cynical, and somewhat unapproachable, he finds a renewed sense of purpose when Lee Seon Shim takes on the role of CEO, eventually becoming her brutally honest yet supportive mentor. (Soompi)

Recommendation: Waru: Hataraku no ga Kakko Warui Nante Dare ga Itta? similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Waru: Hataraku no ga Kakko Warui Nante Dare ga Itta?(悪女(わる)~働くのがカッコ悪いなんて誰が言った?~)

2022Japan
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAge GapEmotionally Strong Female LeadFemale Centered PlotJanitor Supporting CharacterManager Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadRomanceTsundere Female LeadWorkplace Violence

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

Introducing Tanaka Maririn, a recent college graduate embarking on her career journey at the lowest level. Initially underestimated for her lack of experience, Maririn surprises others with her positive attitude, sharp wit, and fearless demeanor. She occasionally opts for trousers over skirts. Despite initial doubts, she is determined to succeed and even has her eye on a mysterious man she briefly encountered on her first day of work. Nothing can stand in her way.

Recommendation: The Dream Life of Mr. Kim similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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The Dream Life of Mr. Kim(서울 자가에 대기업 다니는 김 부장 이야기)

2025South Korea
BusinessComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaFamily RelationshipHousewife LeadManager Male LeadMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMiddle-Aged Male LeadSalesman Male Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds around a middle-aged man who experiences a complete loss of everything he once cherished. Through a lengthy journey, he discovers his authentic self, no longer tethered to his identity as a manager at a large corporation. Kim Nak Su, a seasoned salesman with 25 years under his belt, is recognized for his outstanding skills and consistent sales achievements, having never missed an opportunity for advancement. He resides in a desirable apartment in Seoul, is married with a son, and leads a life that many would envy. However, as time goes on, he starts to falter both professionally and personally. This poignant tale of perseverance and survival stirs a mix of emotions, bringing forth both laughter and tears in the quest for true happiness.

Recommendation: Never Give Up similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Never Give Up(今日宜加油)

2023China
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadOffice Worker Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

The third planning division of Gaofa Electronics Group, known for developing the innovative "Gaosi 3s" model, is now facing challenges and considered unproductive

Recommendation: Shomuni Season 2 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Shomuni Season 2(ショムニ 2)

2000Japan
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaFemale Centered PlotFriendshipMultiple MainsOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

Picking up from where it left off, the female staff members of GA-2, known as "the graveyard of female employees" due to their mundane tasks like changing light bulbs, restocking toilet paper, and organizing flower events, came to the company's rescue in the final episode of Shomuni. However, there have been significant changes at Manpan Corporation. The multinational company is now being managed in a dictatorial manner, with surveillance cameras installed throughout the premises to monitor employees' daily activities. Even the sinks in the restrooms are under scrutiny, as the Personnel Department, led by the sinister duo Terasaki and Nonomura, is once again looking for ways to cut costs. Taken from the graphic novel series by Yasuda Gumi.

Recommendation: Shomuni Season 3 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Shomuni Season 3(ショムニ 3)

2002Japan
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaFemale Centered PlotFriendshipMultiple MainsOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

Tsuboi Chinatsu, known as the least popular GA-2 employee in the Personnel Department, has recently left her position at Manpan Corporation. During a wedding event, she proposed a bet to four out of the five female GA-2 colleagues, excluding Tsukahara Sawako, regarding Sawako's potential loss of virginity by the end of the month (June 30th). Meanwhile, Sawako has been appointed as the new unofficial leader of GA-2, facing challenges in stepping into Chinatsu's former role. Taken from the manga series written by Yasuda Gumi.

Recommendation: Suika similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Suika(すいか)

2003Japan
ComedyFinancial CrimeLifeWhite-Collar CrimeDramaEmbezzlementFemale Centered PlotFraudMiniseries

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Financial Crime, Life, and White-Collar Crime themes with a 21% similarity match.

34-year-old Motoko, who works at a credit union, is shocked to discover that her closest friend and colleague, Mariko, has stolen 300 million yen and vanished. Motoko, who is single and lives with her parents, decides to leave home in search of a more fulfilling life. She comes across a charming old geshuku named "Happiness Sancha," situated by a river and surrounded by lush gardens. The building has only two other tenants: Natsuko, a long-time resident and college professor, and Kizuna, a struggling erotic manga artist. The manager, Yuka, is eager to welcome more tenants, which works out perfectly for Motoko. This heartfelt story explores the lives of four very different women who find themselves living together at "Happiness Sancha," each on their own quest for happiness.

Recommendation: Ryosangata Riko: Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Ryosangata Riko: Puramo Joshi no Jinsei Kumitate Ki(量産型リコ -プラモ女子の人生組み立て記-)

2022Japan
BusinessLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingCo-workers' RelationshipDramaHobbiesMiniseriesOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

Riko Komukai is a young woman who is not married and is employed by a company that plans events. Her co-worker brings up the idea of a mass-produced model, which sparks Riko's curiosity. After seeing a plastic model of Zaku, a robot from the TV show Mobile Suit Gundam, she decides to try her hand at making her own plastic model for the first time.

Recommendation: The Offliners similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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The Offliners(堅離地愛堅離地)

2019Hong Kong
BusinessComedyLifeRomance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, and Life themes with a 20% similarity match.

In Hong Kong, while many individuals pursue careers in finance, real estate, or commerce, affluent heiress Katy Kung prefers to venture into unconventional endeavors. Together with her close friend Jason Chan, they establish a technology start-up. A cyber attack exposes Katy to the exceptional skills of IT expert Owen Cheung, prompting her to offer him a position in their company. Owen, a reclusive tech whiz, gradually learns to engage with others with the help of nurse MoonLau, and finds himself drawn to her. As Katy and Owen transition from conflicting perspectives to collaborating and compensating for each other's weaknesses, she unknowingly develops romantic feelings for him. Initially believing in the transformative power of technology, Katy's faith is shaken when a series of internet scandals involving her father, brother, and sister unfold.

Recommendation: Call Center no Koibito similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Call Center no Koibito(コールセンターの恋人)

2009Japan
ComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingMiniseries

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

Tokura Wataru is employed in Tokyo at a TV shopping program. Due to a falling out with the popular host, "Antarctic Ice", he is reassigned to a rural call center. Here, he encounters Aoyama Kyoko, known as the "complaint queen" for her skill in managing dissatisfied customers. Feeling out of place in the call center's unorthodox environment, he devises a plan to return to the main Tokyo office. Despite initial challenges, he eventually discovers a passion for his new role.

Recommendation: Shomuni Season 4 similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Shomuni Season 4(ショムニ 4)

2013Japan
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaFemale Centered PlotFriendshipMiniseriesMultiple MainsOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

Shomuni 2013 showcases a new lineup of team members, with the exception of Esumi Makiko, who will be reprising her role as the spirited Tsuboi Chinatsu. It has been a decade since Shomuni disbanded at Manpan Corporation, and all the department members have retired. Tsuboi Chinatsu's whereabouts remain unknown. In light of the prolonged economic downturn affecting Japanese companies, restructuring has become a common occurrence. Like many others, Manpan is also facing the impact of this trend. Maruyama Shiori, an aspiring Olympic gold-medalist in pole vaulting, was recruited by Manpan for their PR campaign. However, the company dissolved the track and field club due to severe cost-cutting measures, deeming Shiori as no longer valuable. To encourage Shiori, who lacks even basic telephone operator skills, to leave voluntarily, the company began spreading negative remarks about her on social media. Shiori is now an outcast at the company, shunned by everyone except for the group of OL team members - Minami Madoka, Abe Reiko, Kojima Masuko, and Fukuda Masuyo. One day, Shiori encounters a woman who appears to be fleeing from someone. The following day, she spots the same woman at the company - the legendary Tsuboi Chinatsu! Has Chinatsu returned to the company? What are the company's and Chinatsu's motives?

Recommendation: The Angel of Money similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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The Angel of Money(マネーの天使~あなたのお金、取り戻します!)

2016Japan
BusinessComedyLifeLaw

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, and Life themes with a 20% similarity match.

During her pursuit of a legal career, Risa Kurihara manages a Mexican eatery in Osaka. Overcoming previous financial struggles, she establishes a financial advisory corner within the restaurant to assist others facing similar challenges. Shigeru Takeuchi is the initial visitor to her booth, later becoming a collaborator in providing financial guidance.

Recommendation: Momoume similar to Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru
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Momoume(モモウメ)

2021Japan
ComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingFemale RivalryNaive Female LeadNice Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

Newcomer office worker Momo and experienced office worker Ume are close friends despite their age difference. Ume appreciates Momo's hard work and enthusiasm, even though she finds her quirky sense of humor and love for the unexpected a bit puzzling. This dynamic duo is inspired by the characters from the popular YouTube channel Momoume and can be seen on Hulu.

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Stand By Me (2012)(守望的天空)

2012China
BusinessComedyLifeDramaFamily

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Pu Tao is a resilient young woman who learned to be self-reliant from a young age. Her father abandoned the family, and her mother left her at a boarding school to care for her autistic brother. After 17 years of no communication, her mother reappears, leaving Pu Tao to care for two autistic children and dealing with her father's sudden return. She must navigate the challenges of her parents' betrayal while also managing her own family issues.

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Messy Girl(乱室佳人)

2020China
ComedyLifeWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Qin Jie, a newcomer to the workforce, is known for his warmth and neatness. Despite appearing aloof at first glance, he becomes quite chatty when he starts organizing. Zhen Lan, on the other hand, is a disorganized woman who works from home. In the past, she used hoarding as a way to cope with emotional pain, but thanks to Qin Jie, she has transformed into a tidying expert. Qin Jie not only helped her organize her living space but also assisted her in sorting out her emotions.

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The Best of Times (2020)(最好的时代)

2020China
BusinessLifeWorkplace SettingLove TriangleRomance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

An unsuccessful bid for a project causes locomotive designer Lin Zhen Yi to feel defeated. She loses her role as project leader to a highly skilled professional who has returned from overseas, Tan Qing Chuan. While collaborating with Tan Qing Chuan, Lin Zhen Yi carefully observes his work approach along with his assistant Jian Ai Xing, allowing her to understand her previous shortcomings. With this newfound knowledge, she achieves success in her subsequent project. Additionally, Lin Zhen Yi finds herself being pursued by both Tan Qing Chuan and her new neighbor Li Yan Feng, a research test pilot.

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A Herbalist Affair(情牽百子櫃)

2002Hong Kong
BusinessComedyLifeDramaRomance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, and Life themes with a 19% similarity match.

The story revolves around Cheung Yee Fai, a cautious and observant salesman, who is tasked with supervising Ng Sin Yu, his confident secretary. Unbeknownst to him, Sin Yu is actually the daughter of the company's owner. As they spend more time together, their relationship evolves into a doomed romance between a man of modest means and a wealthy woman. Meanwhile, Dr. Geung Sum Yu, a dedicated professional, rediscovers her compassion and emotions as she falls in love with Yee Fai.

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Hidden Treasures (2004)(翻新大少)

2004Hong Kong
BusinessComedyLifeDramaRomance

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The series follows the story of Dai Siu Leung, played by Bobby Au Yeung, and the residents of Apliu Street in Hong Kong, known for their collection of valuable secondhand items referred to as "Hidden Treasures." Leung is a seller of electronic goods and also serves as the leader of the community. However, his leadership is challenged when a rival convinces the townspeople to elect him instead by spreading negative rumors about Leung. As a result, Leung faces financial difficulties and struggles to manage his electronics store, especially with his competitor opening a similar store right next to his.

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

2016Japan
BusinessComedyLifeMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, and Life themes with a 19% similarity match.

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

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Money's Fool(マネーの馬鹿)

2021Japan
BusinessComedyLifeFriendshipMiniseries

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, and Life themes with a 19% similarity match.

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

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Uketsuke no Jo(受付のジョー)

2022Japan
BusinessOffice SettingWorkplace SettingDramaOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

Jo Takumi has been employed as a sales representative at an advertising firm for the past three years. Despite appearing confident, he constantly strives to meet the expectations of his colleagues. Surprisingly, his proposal to modernize the reception area, initially deemed unlikely to be approved, is given the green light. Jo Takumi is subsequently tasked with overseeing the dismissal of reception staff members, a decision that is met with resistance from the team. In an effort to better comprehend their roles, Jo Takumi decides to work alongside the reception team. Witnessing firsthand the challenges they face, his perspective on the necessity of layoffs begins to shift. Additionally, Jo Takumi harbors feelings for a female coworker within the company, with both of them having joined the firm at a similar time.

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

2023Japan
BusinessLifeWorkplace SettingDramaMiniseries

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

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

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Ugly Miss Young Ae Season 17(막돼먹은 영애씨 시즌17)

2019South Korea
ComedyLifeWorkplace SettingDramaOverweight

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

The seventeenth installment of the poignant drama exploring the joys and challenges faced by women in their 30s, focuses on a solo female character named Lee Young Ae. (HanCinema)

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Haken no Hinkaku Season 2(ハケンの品格 2)

2020Japan
BusinessComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingCo-workers' RelationshipContract Employee Female LeadFood IndustryHardworking Female LeadIndependent Female LeadMiniseriesOffice Worker Female LeadSocial Commentary

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

In the past, Japanese companies typically employed individuals on a full-time basis until they retired. However, the modern office landscape in 2020 has evolved significantly due to reforms such as outsourcing, the integration of AI, and other innovative approaches. Will Haruko Omae be able to adapt to these transformations and secure her position in this changing environment?

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Yumi's Cells Season 2(유미의 세포들 시즌2)

2022South Korea
ComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A WebtoonIllustrator Supporting CharacterMixed Live Action-AnimationNice Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace Romance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

Following a difficult breakup, Yu Mi's ability to love has vanished. However, a fateful encounter with game designer Koo Ung starts to change that. As they awaken each other's emotions, Yu Mi and Koo Ung grow closer. Despite their rekindled feelings, their relationship is not meant to be. Buoyed by newfound wisdom and maturity, Yu Mi is ready to face challenges after finding inspiration from her colleague Bobby Yoo. With determination, Yu Mi and her diligent cells work towards achieving her dreams.

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Imadoki no Wakai Mon wa(今どきの若いモンは)

2022Japan
ComedyLifeOffice SettingWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaAge GapAge GapBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaMiniseriesNice Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male Lead

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ishizawa Hajime is the head of the sales department at a trading company. The younger staff members express discontent with issues such as working overtime and a lack of innovative practices. Ishizawa Hajime gives them a stern look, causing the young employees to scatter. A new employee, Mugita Ayumi, joins Ishizawa Hajime's sales team. She struggles to adapt to the new work environment, finding solace only when she eats her lunch alone at her desk. One day, while enjoying her solitary lunch as usual, Ishizawa Hajime unexpectedly appears before her.

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Amusing Colleagues(逗霸同事)

2015China
ComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Male LeadShort Length Series

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

The show centers around a diverse group of office workers including receptionists, secretaries, directors, clerks, and administrators. It explores themes like relationships, work dynamics, meetings, sports, meals, and working late, portraying various aspects of contemporary urban office life. While the characters' antics and dialogue may be exaggerated at times, they all share the common goal of comically expressing their wildest daily thoughts in a self-deprecating way. Baidu

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Love Actually (2015)(爱情上上签)

2015China
ComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingNerdy Male LeadOffice Worker Male LeadRomance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

Fresh out of college, Sun Xiao Fei joins the IT team at a fashion company. He becomes a regular at a trendy coffee shop in the company building, often joined by his coworker Xie Tian and old college friend Du Xi Guan. It is here that he gets acquainted with his colleagues Wu Ping, Han Lu, and Xu Yan Yan. As time passes, they form a close bond. While Wu Ping has feelings for Sun Xiao Fei, he sees her only as a friend. The series follows Sun Xiao Fei's journey in both his professional and romantic life.

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Go Fighting (2023)(機智職場生活)

2023Taiwan
ComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingRomanceWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

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Me no Doku Sugiru Shokuba no Futari(目の毒すぎる職場のふたり)

2022Japan
ComedyOffice SettingWorkplace SettingFujoshiOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting Character

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Comedy, Office Setting, and Workplace Setting themes with a 18% similarity match.

This tale chronicles the escapades of a young female employee who is a fan of boys' love manga. When two new coworkers join the office - Hongou

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The Swimsuit Saga(乘风踏浪)

2024China
BusinessComedyLifeDramaFamilySlight Romance

Like Zeicho: "Haraenai" ni wa Wake ga Aru, this drama also features Business, Comedy, and Life themes with a 18% similarity match.