The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House
Two close friends move to Kyoto hoping to become maiko, only to find their ambitions pulling them in different directions. While sharing life in the same house, they support each other as one stays on the traditional path and the other discovers a new calling through cooking.
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Season 1
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E1
Change
Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice maiko entertainers.
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E2
Guardian Spirit
Kiyo receives some unfortunate news, but quickly finds her true calling when the maiko sisters get tired of ordering takeout.
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E3
Taboo
A former maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.
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E4
Wish
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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E5
Choice
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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E6
One-sided
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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E7
Illness
The geiko and maiko ladies kick off the new year at an annual ceremony. Sumire loses her appetite, but Kiyo cooks up an antidote.
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E8
Carnival
'Tis the season of the annual costume event, and Momoko takes charge. Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.
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E9
Passage
While Sumire continues to shine, Tsurukoma reconsiders her future. Kiyo prepares her most important meal yet.
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