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The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House

Season 1

2023 · 9 episodes

Two inseparable friends move to Kyoto to chase their dreams of becoming maiko, but decide to pursue different passions while living under the same roof.

  1. 1. Change

    2023-01-12 · 38m

    Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice maiko entertainers.

  2. 2. Guardian Spirit

    2023-01-12 · 40m

    Kiyo receives some unfortunate news, but quickly finds her true calling when the maiko sisters get tired of ordering takeout.

  3. 3. Taboo

    2023-01-12 · 45m

    A former maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.

  4. 4. Wish

    2023-01-12 · 44m

    Kiyo and Sumire get a day off and explore the city, making a wish at the shrine. An unexpected guest visits the maiko house, much to Sumire's dismay.

  5. 5. Choice

    2023-01-12 · 44m

    Love is in the air — except for Kiyo, who only has eyes for food. Sumire receives wonderful news, while Ryoko battles with her feelings.

  6. 6. One-sided

    2023-01-12 · 45m

    Kiyo sets her eyes on the top prize of a lottery sponsored by the local shops. Momoko tries a bowl of Kiyo's cream stew.

  7. 7. Illness

    2023-01-12 · 44m

    The geiko and maiko ladies kick off the new year at an annual ceremony. Sumire loses her appetite, but Kiyo cooks up an antidote.

  8. 8. Carnival

    2023-01-12 · 44m

    'Tis the season of the annual costume event, and Momoko takes charge. Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.

  9. 9. Passage

    2023-01-12 · 46m

    While Sumire continues to shine, Tsurukoma reconsiders her future. Kiyo prepares her most important meal yet.

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