Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

Japanese: 舞妓さんちのまかないさん

Premiered: Winter 2021

Plot Summary: 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)

Genre: Comedy,Shounen,Slice of Life

Aired: Feb 25, 2021 to Jan 27, 2022

MAL Score: 6.68

Status: Finished Airing

Synonyms: The caterer at the Maiko Manor