The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House

Limited Series

2023 · 9 episodes · 6h 30m in all · 7.2/10

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.

Episodes

1. 

   1. Change

   12 Jan 2023 · 38 min · 4.7/10

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

2. 

   2. Guardian Spirit

   12 Jan 2023 · 40 min · 7.0/10

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

3. 

   3. Taboo

   12 Jan 2023 · 45 min · 7.0/10

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

4. 

   4. Wish

   12 Jan 2023 · 44 min · 8.0/10

   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

   12 Jan 2023 · 44 min · 7.0/10

   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

   12 Jan 2023 · 45 min · 8.0/10

   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

   12 Jan 2023 · 44 min · 7.0/10

   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

   12 Jan 2023 · 44 min · 8.0/10

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

9. 

   9. Passage

   12 Jan 2023 · 46 min · 8.0/10

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