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The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House Season 1 Episodes

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Set in Gion, Kyoto, around a hanamachi district where geisha live and work. Kiyo Nozuki (Nana Mori) and her childhood friend Sumire Herai (Natsuki Deguchi) moved to Kyoto from Aomori to become maiko (an apprentice geisha). Kiyo Nozuki has yet to become a maiko due to her personality, which moves at her own pace, and a lack of talent. Instead, she makes meals for the girls at the Maiko House. Meanwhile Sumire Herai became a maiko and works under the name of Momohana. The two are the closest of friends and rely on each other.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

9 Episodes 2023 - 2023

Episode 1

Kaeru

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

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

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Episode 2

Otafuku

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

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

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Episode 3

Kinki

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

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

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Episode 4

Negai

Thu, Jan 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.

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Episode 5

Sentaku

Thu, Jan 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.

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Episode 6

Kataomoi

Thu, Jan 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.

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Episode 7

Yamai hi

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

The Geiko and Maiko ladies kick off the New Year at an annual ceremony. Sumire looses her appetite, but Kiyo cooks up an antidote.

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Episode 8

Obake

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

Momoko takes charge of the annual costume event; Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.

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Episode 9

Kadode

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

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

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