← The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House

Limited Series

9 episodes · 2023

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

    Jan 12, 202338 min★ 7.4

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

  2. 2

    Guardian Spirit

    Jan 12, 202340 min★ 7.7

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

  3. 3

    Taboo

    Jan 12, 202345 min★ 7.9

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

  4. 4

    Wish

    Jan 12, 202344 min★ 8.0

    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

    Jan 12, 202344 min★ 8.1

    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

    Jan 12, 202345 min★ 8.2

    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

    Jan 12, 202344 min★ 8.3

    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

    Jan 12, 202344 min★ 8.1

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

  9. 9

    Passage

    Jan 12, 202346 min★ 8.4

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