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

Seino, a manga creator residing in Tokyo, suddenly becomes aware of numerous towns on the map that he has never encountered

After a two-year break, Uwashima Yohei, a 50-year-old individual, goes back to school and encounters youths who are caregivers and homeless. These youngsters are facing challenges in a world affected by COVID-19 and within the school environment.

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

Following the closure of the company where SAKITA was previously employed, he decides to move back to his hometown in a smaller city to establish a new venture as the manager of an escort agency called "Fruits Delivery Service." This series revolves around a group of women who, due to financial struggles and difficult circumstances, find themselves working in this line of business. The show delves into the societal issues and challenges faced by these women, prompting viewers to reflect on how to address inequalities in society.

"So I Will Make It" explores the significance of make-up in the lives of women, focusing on Kumagai Sumire who serves as a beauty consultant at a cosmetics store. She collaborates with novice beauty consultant Kondo Mei and beauty advisor Yamamoto Orikia. The series is adapted from the manga "Dakara Watashi wa Make Suru" by Hikari Shibata and Gekidan Mesuneko.

Coffee Ikaga Deshou will have a spinoff.

Derived from the manga series "Office Worker Kintaro" by Motomiya Hiroshi.

Yamato Construction Company merges with Chuo Construction Company. Yajima Kintaro comes back from Africa and puts in great effort to rescue Yamato Construction Company. However, a formidable new adversary emerges.

Numagoe Sachi, aged 26, is employed at a traditional Japanese bar and brings in a yearly salary of 2.5 million yen. She is focused on purchasing an apartment and spends her days off visiting various apartment showrooms in the area, hoping to find the perfect property. Sachi meticulously inspects each showroom as if she is merely window shopping, asking insightful questions that impress even the experts. The reason behind Sachi's decision to buy an apartment on her own stems from a previous experience of unexpectedly losing her home.

This narrative follows the life of a young man in Tokyo spanning two decades. Shota enrolled in a prestigious private university in the city. Upon discovering his girlfriend's infidelity with wealthy older men, he concluded that women prioritize money above all else. Determined to elevate his social standing in Tokyo, Shota secured a position at a prominent trading company after graduation. Despite enjoying a life filled with wealth and romance, his values began to shift as he competed for success alongside his colleague Kojima and navigated his relationship with Minami, who sought a partner earning at least 30 million annually. It wasn't until Shota reconnected with his former classmate Kazuma, now a CEO of a startup company, and his employee Ruriko, that he started to discover a fresh sense of purpose in his life.

At the age of 40, Usui Arata finds herself facing a difficult situation after being betrayed by her fiance and demoted to work in the logistics warehouse. Feeling hopeless about her future with no dreams, savings, or partner, she comes across an elderly woman in need of help one morning. Little does she know, this encounter will have a significant impact on her life. As she navigates through unwelcome events at work, she is shocked to come face-to-face with her ex-fiance, who is now her new section chief. Feeling lost and stressed, Arata stumbles upon a job opportunity as a hostess at a retro bar for women over 40. Despite her initial doubts, she decides to take on the job in hopes of turning her life around. Joining a team of mature hostesses, she rediscovers her forgotten values and begins to blossom in this new environment as the youngest member of the group.

After a tragic incident, three former classmates from art school come together after a long time. They each have a unique connection to the deceased man, including his ex-girlfriend, the manager of a rugby club he belonged to, and his ex-boyfriend. As they navigate their own struggles, the trio starts meeting up and sharing meals. Oda Chiharu had landed her dream job as a designer but left due to workplace bullying. She now finds joy in cooking for others, while indulging in convenience store meals when alone. Nakamura Seiko works in the PR department of a cosmetics company and feels pressured by her family's belief that marriage is a must. Her engagement is abruptly called off by her fiancé, who also works in the same company. Amagai Eiji, who used to work as a designer in an advertising agency, is now feeling lost after being transferred to the sales department. He grapples with his identity as a gay man, which he has not yet disclosed to his parents.

Murata Motoki, a remote worker, decides to end his relationship with his controlling girlfriend who constantly bombards him with questions. In a similar situation, Eguchi Tomoka breaks up with her boyfriend who imposes strict rules on her behavior. Motoki and Tomoka meet at an offline event for an online game and find comfort in their relationship where they can freely discuss intimate topics. They develop a unique bond and begin a carefree and unrestricted relationship as Freedom Friends (FuriFure).

Satoko Mugimaki suffers from an immune system disorder. Instead of following her doctor's advice to get married, Satoko decides to relocate to an affordable apartment building. There, she befriends her caring landlady, Suzu, and her son, Tsukasa. The tranquil environment of the apartment complex proves to be a healing sanctuary for Satoko, rejuvenating both her body and spirit.

Comprised of 8 unique narratives that delve into the challenges and struggles experienced by women in contemporary society. Themes explored encompass single women deemed undesirable, the commodification of women, the expectations placed on housewives, instances of domestic abuse, pressures related to societal image, professional paths for women, challenges faced in midlife, and familial issues. (ChineseDrama.info) Influenced by BBC's Snatches: Moments from Women's Lives.

"Revitalizing Our Community" is a social drama set in a small town in Osaka, Japan. The local government is facing a financial crisis, with severely limited funds. They must decide which government sectors to reduce funding for and which to prioritize in order to sustain their town.

A noodle shop owner struggling with debt and his incredibly resourceful wife are facing financial difficulties while trying to support their five children. Despite their limited funds, they rely on humor and clever problem-solving to make ends meet. (JDorama)

Based on the manga series "Happy!" by Nobuko Hama.

Kami Daisuke serves as the primary aide to influential parliamentarian Tojo Yuji. His aspiration is to enter politics and bring about change in Japan, with Tojo serving as his role model for an honest politician. Despite his busy schedule, Daisuke's wife Kumiko remains supportive of his ambitions. One day, Daisuke is shocked to discover a memo supposedly signed by him indicating acceptance of a 50 million payment from a construction firm. Tojo, believing Daisuke betrayed him by taking a bribe, distances himself from Daisuke who now faces scrutiny from both law enforcement and the media.

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

Following the success of its initial television run, the series Angels with Broken Wings, featuring scripts by Yoshi, garnered over 1,800 messages from viewers praising the show. Now, the series is returning for a second installment! In the latest installment of the popular Deep Love series created by Yoshi, viewers can expect four stories, including one that was not featured in the first installment and three brand new stories. This series is a must-watch for young individuals facing challenges and for their parents' generation. The four nights will feature the following stories: 1st night - Impulse (starring Satomi Ishihara), 2nd night - Confederate (starring Erika Toda), 3rd night - Time (starring Rosa Katoh), and 4th night - Merchandise (starring Karina).

This series follows the lives of four women who are in their forties. Shifumi, an attractive woman, was known for stealing her classmate's boyfriend during high school. Despite facing criticism, she got married and had a child before eventually getting divorced. Currently, she is dating a younger man. The other three women from Shifumi's past include Makiko, a typical housewife, Neri, a doctor focused on her career, and Miwa, another housewife. Miwa is secretly involved with Keishi, Shifumi's ex-husband and the boyfriend she had stolen in the past. As the story unfolds, the hidden secrets and lies of these four women gradually come to light.

Narumi is a tranquil island, inspired by the real-life Hateruma Island, where the demand for medical assistance outweighs the need for law enforcement. Despite the initial reluctance of the inhabitants, Shirase Ryo, a police officer, is assigned to the island. Over time, he forms close bonds with the locals and assists them in resolving their issues and planning for the island's future. --Tokyograph

Ino Mamako works as an English instructor at Ryuzan High School, known for its challenging environment in Japan. Feeling the need for a fresh start after nearly a decade in education, Ino seeks guidance from Ebisawa Yasuo, a dynamic professional who specializes in career changes. Unexpectedly, Ebisawa offers Ino a position as a career transition consultant. Teaming up with Taguchi Ryota, her colleague, Ino assists individuals in making significant shifts in their careers and improving their lives. (Anime News Network)

In the adaptation from the manga series "Jotei Kaoruko" by Kurashina Ryo and illustrated by Wake Issaku, Kiritani portrays Saya, a young woman who becomes a Ginza hostess after graduating from high school. Saya is on a quest to find her long-lost mother, whom she has never known, while facing off against Miki, another young hostess who is also searching for her father.

Tomura Toshiko (Minami) undergoes remarkable transformations based on her desires. Moving from an actress to a designer, and then to a novelist, she seems to reinvent herself like a caterpillar shedding its skin. However, these talents are not inherently hers, but rather skillfully imitated from those around her. Is she a prodigy crafted by a higher power, or simply a masterful mimic? Described as a femme fatale, she attracts the attention of many men. The duality of her love for others and her constantly evolving self represents a human flaw that must continue to manifest in a world where good and evil are intricately intertwined. -- DramaWiki (Jdrama Weblog)

Married life for Onodera Mariya took an unexpected turn when her husband Tatsuya disappeared suddenly. Feeling lost, she travels to a heart-shaped island in Okinawa that Tatsuya had mentioned before. Meanwhile, Tsuruta Kameko, a midwife in Tokyo, becomes disillusioned with the attitude towards abortion and hospital births among young women. After winning a lottery, she embarks on a trip around the world but ends up in Okinawa where she discovers a need for midwives. Determined to make a difference, she decides to establish a maternity hospital on the island. The paths of these two women from different generations cross in the southern islands, where they are welcomed by the locals with open arms, embodying the Okinawan saying, "If we meet by chance, we're all brothers and sisters."

Kashiwagi possesses a unique gift of foreseeing the fates of couples. Despite her own struggles in love, she is able to witness the different outcomes of relationships at the cafe where she works alongside Sano and Konno, who specialize in ending relationships. As Kashiwagi observes the varied endings of these relationships, she gains insight into the true meaning of love and learns valuable lessons that contribute to her personal growth.

Takeuchi Ryoma decides to take a break from shooting and decides to spend his leisure time visiting a spice shop. He informs the owner of his desire to prepare an extra spicy curry, prompting her to suggest some of her top spice picks. They collaborate to whip up a delicious curry just as a new customer walks into the shop. (jdramas.wordpress.com)

Mei Benikawa, aged 28, is employed in the public relations sector of a beauty company. She is not only attractive but also excels in her role, leading to her promotion as the head of the public relations team at a young age. Mei's colleagues sometimes envy her, spreading rumors that she strictly adheres to a healthy diet to maintain her looks. However, in reality, Mei indulges in alcohol alone at a budget-friendly chain eatery on her way home from work as a way to reward herself for her hard work. This solitary indulgence serves as motivation for Mei to face the challenges of the next day.

Due to certain circumstances, Koda Sumomo finds herself in a state of limbo, unable to move forward or backward. In search of solace, she visits Auberge Gilda, located just a short distance from Cape Shide, a notorious location for suicide attempts. Under the guidance of the owner, Shiraishi Yuko, Sumomo joins forces with employee Koreeda Ibuki and chef Omori Zen for a period of three months. The auberge attracts a diverse range of guests, each grappling with their own personal struggles, such as an actress embroiled in scandal and a man facing divorce upon reaching retirement age. Witnessing the transformative effect of their stay at Auberge Gilda prompts Sumomo to undergo a change of heart. However, she soon discovers a hidden secret held by Yuko.

Sugisaki Hana, a well-known actress with a hectic schedule, finds herself with unexpected free time during a break from filming. Curious creators have taken the opportunity to explore a different side of Sugisaki Hana during her downtime. One day, while on a break from shooting, Sugisaki Hana discovers that her washing machine is out of order. With no other option, she heads to the laundromat, where she realizes she only has 1,000 yen bills and no change. As she steps outside to find some change, she comes across musician Mizuki (played by Kamishiraishi Moka) performing on the street. Intrigued, Hana purchases Mizuki's CD for 1,000 yen, leaving her with no money for the laundromat. She attempts to borrow some change from Gonda, a fellow customer, but...

An illicit romance blooms between a part-time employee and the manager at the store where she works, leading her to pursue not only the manager but also his son and wife. Desperate for happiness, she becomes entangled in a certain family's dynamics. This story is adapted from the manga series "Nukarumi no Shokutaku" by Inako.

Kitami Yusaku is an actor in his middle years who leads a simple life in a small apartment. His daily routine consists of waking up, cooking breakfast, going to work for small roles, and returning home to watch TV before bed. Occasionally, his routine is disrupted by encounters with different people such as colleagues seeking advice, journalists interviewing him, old friends visiting from out of town, or former partners. These interactions often lead to shared meals and some emotional turmoil. This character is from the manga series "Tasogare Yusaku" by Abe Yaro.

Isobe Isobee is a student at a samurai school who aspires to become a renowned samurai, yet he constantly attempts to avoid putting in effort on a daily basis

Yajima Kintaro arrives in Tokyo and is recruited by Yamato Construction Company after rescuing the CEO. A former motorcycle gang leader, Kintaro is known for his strong principles and direct approach, never hesitating to speak his mind to his superiors. While this may rub some people the wrong way, his integrity proves crucial when the company faces internal corruption.

In the same community, Noguchi Satsuki is a typical mother who struggles to balance her roles as a wife to her hardworking husband Kazuhiko and a mother to her only son Tomoya, who is a reserved fifth-grader she finds it difficult to connect with. Seiko and Ozawa Hideaki, who also live in the neighborhood, are raising a rebellious junior high school daughter named Mihoko and their first son Kiyotaka, a second-grader who is adored by his mother. When Kiyotaka goes missing and is tragically found dead, Tomoya is taken into police custody as the main suspect in the murder case. As the truth behind the violent act is slowly revealed, Tomoya begins to open up about his emotions. Satsuki, the perpetrator's mother, confronts her son's true nature, while Seiko, the victim's mother, grapples with her grief and anger.

A tale of a high school calligraphy club facing dissolution decides to participate in a significant contest despite facing challenges. Yuki, a talented female judo practitioner, and Yukari, a reserved boy who recently moved back to Japan from Canada, decide to join the club to ensure it meets the required membership quota. Alongside the existing club members, each with their own distinct personalities, they begin to appreciate the joys of calligraphy and collaborate to achieve victory in the competition.

Chiharu resides with her younger sibling Junpei. Aged 30, Chiharu is known for her humor and witty remarks. Junpei, on the other hand, is a caring brother who always looks out for Chiharu. When they return home from their respective jobs, they enjoy meals and drinks together while engaging in conversations about love, work, and their hobbies. This dynamic is depicted in the manga "Boku no Neechan" by Masuda Miri.

Sequel to the popular drama "Raising de wa Chanto Shimasu" is in the works.

The show is a comedic portrayal of the inner workings of politics, focusing on a fictional secretary of the House of Representatives. The characters' names are largely inspired by real-life politicians and political parties.

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)

During an attempted bank robbery by handymen Kai Sakazaki and Hayao Morikawa, they encountered Akemi Ikezawa, a female bank clerk. Akemi, who is a single mother, went through a divorce after giving birth to her son, who is now in the custody of his father. The father has demanded 100 million yen in exchange for returning the child.

Toji manages the food section in a medium-sized department store and faces challenges with a difficult boss. However, his luck changes when he meets a charming elevator operator named Nao. Just as Toji begins to find happiness at work, his ex-girlfriend Makoto reappears as an account manager from an advertising agency. Despite Toji's surprise, Makoto acts as if they have never met before. With a demanding job and tension between Nao and Makoto, Toji finds himself in a difficult situation.

NHK's commemorative drama series for its 50th anniversary features multiple short stories showcasing popular Japanese actors and actresses. The narrative follows a ball as it travels from the river's origin to the ocean, revealing six love stories set in different seasons throughout the year.

Yujirou Takasawa spent 3 years working as a male nurse in a predominantly female workplace. After becoming comfortable with the environment and his responsibilities, he was suddenly transferred to a different hospital. Although initially enthusiastic about the change, Yujirou faced challenges in his new role. His female co-workers were not accustomed to working with a male nurse, and the overseeing doctor, a strict woman, constantly gave him orders.