The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (Season 1)

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.

  • Poster for Change

    Change (Episode 1) 4.0

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 38 min

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

  • Poster for Guardian Spirit

    Guardian Spirit (Episode 2) 7.0

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 40 min

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

  • Poster for Taboo

    Taboo (Episode 3) 7.0

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 45 min

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

  • Poster for Wish

    Wish (Episode 4)

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Choice

    Choice (Episode 5)

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 44 min

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

  • Poster for One-sided

    One-sided (Episode 6)

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 45 min

    Overview: 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.

  • Poster for Illness

    Illness (Episode 7)

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 44 min

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

  • Poster for Carnival

    Carnival (Episode 8)

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 44 min

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

  • Poster for Passage

    Passage (Episode 9)

    Writer: Mami Sunada

    Air date: 2023-01-12

    Runtime: 46 min

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

The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House

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