The WORST episodes of The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House
Every episode of The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House!
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.
#1 - Change
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/12/2023
Kiyo and Sumire leave their hometown and head to Kyoto, where they will train as apprentice maiko entertainers.
#2 - Taboo
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/12/2023
A former maiko suddenly makes a return. To her delight, Kiyo receives a heavy package from home.
#3 - Wish
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/12/2023
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.
#4 - Guardian Spirit
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/12/2023
Kiyo receives some unfortunate news, but quickly finds her true calling when the maiko sisters get tired of ordering takeout.
#5 - Choice
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/12/2023
Love is in the air — except for Kiyo, who only has eyes for food. Sumire receives wonderful news, while Ryoko battles with her feelings.
#6 - Illness
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/12/2023
The geiko and maiko ladies kick off the new year at an annual ceremony. Sumire loses her appetite, but Kiyo cooks up an antidote.
#7 - Carnival
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/12/2023
'Tis the season of the annual costume event, and Momoko takes charge. Sumire accompanies Momoko to a high-end client dinner.
#8 - Passage
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/12/2023
While Sumire continues to shine, Tsurukoma reconsiders her future. Kiyo prepares her most important meal yet.
#9 - One-sided
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/12/2023
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.