The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House - Season 1
1 - Change
Air Date: January 12, 2023
Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice maiko entertainers.
2 - Guardian Spirit
Air Date: January 12, 2023
Kiyo receives some unfortunate news, but quickly finds her true calling when the maiko sisters get tired of ordering takeout.
3 - Taboo
Air Date: January 12, 2023
A former maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.
4 - Wish
Air Date: January 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.
5 - Choice
Air Date: January 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.
6 - One-sided
Air Date: January 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.
7 - Illness
Air Date: January 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.
8 - Carnival
Air Date: January 12, 2023
'Tis the season of the annual costume event, and Momoko takes charge. Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.
9 - Passage
Air Date: January 12, 2023
While Sumire continues to shine, Tsurukoma reconsiders her future. Kiyo prepares her most important meal yet.