Rain or Shine

The dramas' stories revolve mainly around one big accident which occurred in the past. In addition, one of the genres in definitely romance with feelings blossoming between the main characters,

The leads have both experienced painful things in their pasts. While watching, they both have a similar feel, though the plots are quite different.

Not necessarily similar storyline but similar undertone. While watching "Just between Lovers" I kept thinking this kind of reminds me of"Secret love". Then I noticed, the writer of both dramas is the same. Well then.
Both dramas are very well written, great dialogue & chemistry between the Leads. True gems both!

The both dramas deal with the realities of life such as death and trauma after an fatal accident. The main characters try to overcome the pains and family problems coming from their past. Throughout these two dramas flashbacks are shown about the past experiences of the main characters. The are both great in that they show that life goes on even after an traumatic or painful event and shows how people try to be happy after such events.

I think that the delicacy and pace with which the main character's relationship develops is similar, so if that's what you've been captivated by in one of these titles, the second one can also appeal to you.
It is worth mentioning that both are well-directed - with particular emphasis on details - which I think is a very strong side of these dramas.
In addition, both affect the problem of coping with the loss of a loved one.

Well, not necesarilly have similar story. But the vibe of sangdoo have similarities with just between lovers. Since it's oldies drama the feeling of poor background of our hero seems more ground and real in sangdoo.

Same Miserable couple
Same Youth problems and defying all obstacles
Same painful hardships ,, different details

they leave you with the same feeling of a beautiful story between two people falling into a relationship they shouldn't, but ultimately do. Both dramas have characters with unresolved issues and a satisfying development.

- natural disaster
- realistic story
- healing
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Main characters met once during childhood/younger age, specifically during some kind of traumatic event.
They meet again many years later~

(Male leads from both dramas have similar personalities too)

Similar male leads: sweet, hardworking and caring. Both are humble stories without too much drama(small town stories is even less dramatic,not traumatic at all and more realistic). Even though STS gives a realistic feel, its a very well done story. Its basically more of a slice of life while JBL leans into more drama. Give it a try!

Both are like a movie. Two people are connected by one tragedy, fall in love with each other, and managing their wounds. Both are deeply psychological dramas.

Both dramas have a healing theme. The main leads lean on each other for support, and develop their relationship from shared pain. In both cases, a tragedy brings the leads together; it's more immediate in A Piece of Your Mind, whereas in Just Between Lovers they reconnect years later.

Neither drama has a love triangle, which is an added bonus. The romance element is incredibly fulfilling. The longing glances, the words not said but understood, the passing touches.... It's incredibly heart fluttering.

The actor is are same and has great acting skills saranghaeyo junho oppa. Its takes you to the romantic feel.it makes your heart pain. Though its a historical drama wow no words for it. I believe other whio had watch this and the red sleeve drama eould recommend this. Btw this mydramalist is very great website. Its helps a lot

Both are about Sampoong Department Store collapse and concern suffering after the loss of a loved one.