The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023) is a drama web series in Japanese. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House online in HD.
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House — Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Hirokazu Kore-eda
- Starring: Nana Mori, Natsuki Deguchi, Aju Makita, Keiko Matsuzaka, Ai Hashimoto, Mayu Matsuoka, Takako Tokiwa, Kairi Jo
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2023-01-12 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 9 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Network | Netflix |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7.6/10 (58 votes) |
The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House — Episode Guide
Limited Series
- E1: Change (2023-01-12) — Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice maiko entertainers.
- E2: 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.
- E3: Taboo (2023-01-12) — A former maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.
- E4: 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.
- E5: 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.
- E6: 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.
- E7: 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.
- E8: 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.
- E9: Passage (2023-01-12) — While Sumire continues to shine, Tsurukoma reconsiders her future. Kiyo prepares her most important meal yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House have? 1 season(s) with 9 episodes.
Who created The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House? Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Where can I watch The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.