The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2023-01-12

Last Air Date: 2023-01-12

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 9

Created By: Hirokazu Kore-eda

Networks: Netflix

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Top Cast

Nana Mori as Kiyo
Natsuki Deguchi as Sumire
Aju Makita as Ryо̄ko
Keiko Matsuzaka as Chiyo
Ai Hashimoto as Momoko
Mayu Matsuoka as Yoshino
Takako Tokiwa as Azusa
Kairi Jo as Kenta Nakanowatari
Momoko Fukuchi as Tsurukoma
Kotoko Wakayanagi as Kikuno

Seasons

Season 1 (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.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Change (2023-01-12)

Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice maiko entertainers.
Ep. 2: Guardian Spirit (2023-01-12)

Kiyo receives some unfortunate news, but quickly finds her true calling when the maiko sisters get tired of ordering takeout.
Ep. 3: Taboo (2023-01-12)

A former maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.
Ep. 4: Wish (2023-01-12)

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.
Ep. 5: Choice (2023-01-12)

Love is in the air — except for Kiyo, who only has eyes for food. Sumire receives wonderful news, while Ryoko battles with her feelings.
Ep. 6: One-sided (2023-01-12)

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.
Ep. 7: Illness (2023-01-12)

The geiko and maiko ladies kick off the new year at an annual ceremony. Sumire loses her appetite, but Kiyo cooks up an antidote.
Ep. 8: Carnival (2023-01-12)

'Tis the season of the annual costume event, and Momoko takes charge. Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.
Ep. 9: Passage (2023-01-12)

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