Kiyo and Sumire came to Kyoto from Aomori Prefecture, dreaming of becoming maiko. But after an unexpected turn of events, Kiyo starts working as the live-in cook at the Maiko House. Their story unfolds in the Kagai, the Geiko and maiko district in Kyoto, alongside their housemate maikos. Kiyo nourishes them daily with her home-cooked meals, and Sumire strives toward her promising future as the once-in-a-century maiko.
Step into the glamorous Kagai, warm your heart with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and Kiyo's kitchen episodes. Stay tuned for this touching tale of 2 childhood friends lifting each other up as they grow together.
(Source: NHK World Japan, edited)
Description
Type
TVSeason
Winter 2021Release Date
Status
Finished
Source
MangaEpisodes
12
Episode Length
25m
Score
6.89 (11)Popularity
#2624 (88)Streaming Services
Anime Websites
Alternative Names
Romaji
Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san
English
The caterer at the Maiko Manor
Japanese
舞妓さんちのまかないさん
Synonyms
Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House