The BEST NHK World shows of all time

Every NHK World show, ranked

We've compiled the average episode rating for every NHK World show to compile this list of best shows!

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#1 - Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

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 Kagai, the Geiko and maiko district in Kyoto, alongside their housemate maikos. Kiyo nourishes them daily with her homecooked meals, and Sumire strives toward her promising future as the once-in-a-century maiko.

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