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7 Japanese Dramas Similar to Korean Dramas Because Their Love Stories Are Just as Frustrating

7 Japanese Dramas Similar to Korean Dramas Because Their Love Stories Are Just as Frustrating

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7 Japanese Dramas Similar to Korean Dramas Because Their Love Stories Are Just as Frustrating

The trend of Asian dramas is increasingly evolving, blurring the lines between Japanese and Korean storytelling styles. Many viewers now realize that several Japanese dramas adopt the formula that makes Korean dramas successful, ranging from love stories between contrasting characters to intense emotional conflicts.

However, despite their similarities, Japanese dramas maintain their unique identity, which is calmer, more realistic, and focuses on character development. From survival stories like ALICE IN BORDERLAND to sweet romances like GOOD MORNING CALL, here are seven Japanese dramas that have plots similar to Korean dramas and are equally heart-wrenching.

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COFFEE & VANILLA: This drama highlights the story of Risa, a naive college student, and Hiroto, a successful businessman who falls in love with her. Their sweet yet complex relationship is reminiscent of dramas like WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM.

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FROM ME TO YOU: KIMI NI TODOKE: This drama depicts Sawako, a shy girl who struggles to socialize because her face resembles the horror character Sadako. However, her encounter with Kazehaya changes her life. Like the dramas EXTRAORDINARY YOU or A LOVE SO BEAUTIFUL, this story showcases emotional growth and first love.

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GOOD MORNING CALL: This drama follows Nao Yoshikawa, a high school student who accidentally ends up living with Uehara, the most popular student in school. They must keep this situation a secret from their friends and family. The concept of living together in secret is often found in romantic dramas like FULL HOUSE and MY SECRET ROMANCE.

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AN INCURABLE CASE OF LOVE: This drama tells the story of Nanase, a young nurse who falls in love with the cold doctor, Dr. Tendo. The story is reminiscent of dramas like DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN with a medical background and the dynamics of love between seniors and juniors.

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ALICE IN BORDERLAND: Released in 2019, this Japanese drama is a sci-fi thriller adapted from the manga Imawa no Kuni no Arisu by Haro Aso. Like SQUID GAME from Korea, this drama places its characters, Ryohei Arisu (Kento Yamazaki) and Yuzuha Usagi (Tao Tsuchiya), in a deadly game that challenges human morals.

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SILENT: One of the Japanese dramas most often compared to Korean dramas due to its soft and emotional tone. This drama tells the story of Tsumugi Aoba (Haruna Kawaguchi) who reunites with her old love, Sakura So (Ren Meguro), who has now lost his hearing. This drama is similar to dramas like OUR BELOVED SUMMER or UNCONTROLLABLY FOND.

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MISCHIEVOUS KISS: LOVE IN TOKYO: This drama is an adaptation of the legendary manga Itazura Na Kiss, which also inspired the Korean version PLAYFUL KISS. The story follows Kotoko, a clumsy yet sincere student who falls in love with Naoki, a genius student at her school. Come on, read articles about other Japanese drama recommendations on Kapanlagi.com. If not now, when?