The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House - Season 1

The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House - Season 1

First aired: 1/12/2023 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.

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Episodes

Episode 1

1. Change

Aired: 1/12/2023

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

Episode 2

2. Guardian Spirit

Aired: 1/12/2023

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

Episode 3

3. Taboo

Aired: 1/12/2023

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

Episode 4

4. Wish

Aired: 1/12/2023

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.

Episode 5

5. Choice

Aired: 1/12/2023

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

Episode 6

6. One-sided

Aired: 1/12/2023

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.

Episode 7

7. Illness

Aired: 1/12/2023

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

Episode 8

8. Carnival

Aired: 1/12/2023

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

Episode 9

9. Passage

Aired: 1/12/2023

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