Miyabi Tachibana (Nakatani Miki), a successful 39-year-old dermatologist, is confident and content being single despite facing societal pressure. At a school reunion, she is overwhelmed by her classmates' pity for her unmarried status, leaving her feeling disoriented. During a restaurant meeting, the chef-owner Seiji (Naohito Fujiki) bluntly comments that she isn't attractive to men, which sparks her determination to change her image. Seeking his advice, Miyabi embarks on a journey of self-discovery and potential romance, challenging societal expectations about marriage and relationships. Based on a 2014 novel by Keiya Mizuno, this drama explores a woman's empowerment and personal growth. "It's not that I can't marry. I don't marry" is a 2016 Japanese drama directed by Ayuko Tsukahara and Toshio Tsuboi.

Saki Mizuguchi (Keiko Kitagawa), a free-spirited fashion magazine editor, and Koichi Obara (Eita Nagayama), a disciplined Air Self-Defense Force officer, fall in love and hastily marry despite their vastly different backgrounds. Initially convinced of their perfect match, the newlyweds quickly discover their incompatibility, leading to constant arguments and growing marital dissatisfaction. Determined to end their marriage without embarrassing their families, Koichi and Saki attempt to divorce secretly, but find separating their intertwined lives far more complicated than expected. As they navigate the challenges of their crumbling relationship, they must find a way to dissolve their marriage gracefully without causing pain to their loved ones. This is a 2021 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Toshio Tsuboi, Sanae Suzuki, Satoshi Kan, and Sakura Komaki.

In their second year of high school, Yuri Nishina (So Okuno), Shin "Maya" Mayama (Rintaro Mizusawa), Mashiro "Shiro" Kagami (Eito Konishi), and Aoi Shida (Maito Fujioka) are four friends known for their good looks and complete lack of ambition. They form the "Useless Club," dedicating themselves to wasting time and uploading silly stunts on social media while vowing never to fall in love. When they decide to try an experiment from a manga - running with bread in their mouths to potentially spark romance - they unknowingly set the stage for unexpected encounters and potential consequences. Their ridiculous challenge leads them across the school grounds, setting up a potentially life-changing moment that might just challenge their carefully cultivated attitude of indifference. Adapted from the manga series "Talking Nonsense About Love" by Ryoko Fukuyama, "36,000 Seconds in a Day" is a 2022 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Junta Yamaguchi, Ayuta Yoshikawa, and Miyako Yasoshima.

As the daughter of the powerful Sanjo Empire, Meika Sanjo (Nako Yabuki) has no choice but to live up to certain expectations, including agreeing to an arranged marriage. Desperate to defy her father, Meika convinces her devoted bodyguard, Kou Fujimiya (Ryusei Fujii) to agree to a sham wedding. What she doesn't know, however, is that Kou secretly has genuine feelings for her. As their new relationship begins to develop, will Meika be able to grasp the true meaning of love? Adapted from the manga “18-sai, Niizuma, Furin Shimasu” by Shiho Watanabe, this 2023 Japanese romantic comedy series was directed by Hiroaki Yuasa. 

Yui Sato (Airi Matsui), a contracted worker at Amagi Pharmaceuticals, struggles with life's challenges, especially after losing her beloved dog. At a local bar, her emotional breakdown catches the attention of Kyoichi Amagi (Mokomichi Hayami), the company's CEO, who coldly tells her to go home. Enraged by his disdain, Yui impulsively strikes him, leaving him on the floor. The next day, Yui is shocked to discover Kyoichi is her boss. Instead of firing her, he makes an unusual request that leaves her with no choice but to comply. Caught between fear of losing her job and confusion about her boss's strange demand, Yui finds herself in an unexpected and complicated situation. This is a 2020 Japanese romantic comedy drama based on the manga series by Shiki Kokonose, directed by Taeko Kikuchi and Kenji Kuwajima.

Sayako Shiratama (Alice Hirose), a 30-year-old working in a low-paying job, has long regretted failing her college entry exam. When she meets Taku Ogasawara (Shunsuke Michieda), a young college student who encourages her to pursue her dreams, she decides to return to studying. After successfully gaining university admission, she unexpectedly encounters Taku again, who is now her college senior. Their chance reunion raises the possibility of an unexpected romantic connection, despite their significant age difference. This 2023 Japanese drama series was directed by Takahiro Aoyama and Takeyoshi Yamamoto.

Soichi Haruta (Tanaka Kei), a 35-year-old former basketball player, transitions from a struggling sportswear company to becoming a flight attendant at Tenku Peach Airlines. Initially awkward, he finds a mentor in Captain Kurosawa Musashi (Kotaro Yoshida), who harbors unexpected romantic feelings for him. Soichi soon discovers he is at the center of a complicated love triangle involving Captain Musashi, mechanic Shinomiya Kaname (Totsugi Shigeyuki), and co-pilot Ryu Naruse (Yudai Chiba). As these men vie for his affection, Soichi must navigate the complex emotional landscape of their professional and personal relationships. This is a 2019 Japanese drama series directed by Yuki Saito, Ruto Toichiro, and Yamamoto Daisuke.

At thirty-three, Soichi Haruta (Kei Tanaka) lives an unremarkable life as a real estate employee, struggling with relationships and still residing with his parents. When his mother decides to stop supporting him, Soichi is forced to become independent. His co-worker Ryota Maki (Kento Hayashi) offers him a place to stay, and Soichi gratefully accepts, enjoying Ryota's excellent housekeeping skills. However, the situation becomes complicated when Ryota reveals his long-standing romantic feelings for Soichi. Adding to the complexity, Soichi's boss, Musashi Kurosawa (Kotaro Yoshida), also confesses his love for him. Caught between two men's affections, Soichi must navigate this unexpected love triangle and understand his own emotions. This groundbreaking drama explores the challenges of love, self-discovery, and personal growth. "Ossan's Love S1" is a 2018 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Saito Yuki and Toichiro Ruto.