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The Best Episodes of MAO

Every episode of MAO ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of MAO!

Best episode
S1E6 Memories of That Day
8.965 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 Nanoka and Mao
7.8119 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.5avg
Binge time
10h 50m
26 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    MAO Season 1 Episode 6 - Memories of That Day
    8.9/10(65 votes)

    S1:E6

    Nanoka reveals that she is from 100 years in the future. She goes back in time to question Mao.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. MAO Season 1 Episode 2 - Spider Lady
    8.8/10(88 votes)

    S1:E2

    Nanoka discovers that the arcade links to the Taisho era, while Mao probes a mysterious murder case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. MAO Season 1 Episode 22 - Risk My Life
    8.9/10(27 votes)

    S1:E22

    A cursed puppet needle transforms Mao into a beast and turns him against his friends.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. MAO Season 1 Episode 26 - Yurako's World
    8.8/10(19 votes)

    S1:E26

    Yurako reveals her past as a vessel for curses in the Heian period and her first meeting with Mao.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. MAO Season 1 Episode 16 - Hakubi
    8.7/10(33 votes)

    S1:E16

    Hakubi attacks Mao with Metal sorcery. Mao transforms into a beast and goes on a rampage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. MAO Season 1 Episode 18 - Natsuno
    8.7/10(32 votes)

    S1:E18

    Natsuno reveals Daigo and Sana's past. Mao and Kamon unlock the mystery of the Undersea Shrine.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. MAO Season 1 Episode 5 - The Keystone
    8.6/10(61 votes)

    S1:E5

    Earthquakes plague Taisho-era Fifth Street. Mao and Otoya find a church atop a sacred keystone site.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. MAO Season 1 Episode 14 - The Iron Mask
    8.6/10(35 votes)

    S1:E14

    Rumors of a life-extending Goko Clan onmyoji lead Kamon and Mao to investigate Yurako.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. MAO Season 1 Episode 15 - Shiranui
    8.6/10(33 votes)

    S1:E15

    Shiranui demands the Taizanfukun spell from Mao, but Mao is enraged that Yurako is working for him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. MAO Season 1 Episode 21 - Soma
    8.6/10(31 votes)

    S1:E21

    After battling Ichima Kagami, Mao takes the injured Soma to the clinic, but Soma slips away.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. MAO Season 1 Episode 25 - Ghouls and Rakshasas
    8.6/10(21 votes)

    S1:E25

    Kagari Hosho attacks Nanoka, but Mao rescues her. Kagari tracks her down and takes her to Yurako.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. MAO Season 1 Episode 4 - The Shorinkyo Incident
    8.5/10(66 votes)

    S1:E4

    Nanoka and Otoya infiltrate the Shorinkyo cult, but get trapped inside by the leader, Shoko.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. MAO Season 1 Episode 10 - Taizanfukun
    8.5/10(45 votes)

    S1:E10

    A giant made of fish and water demands that Mao teach him the ultimate onmyoji spell, Taizanfukun.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. MAO Season 1 Episode 19 - The Undersea Shrine
    8.5/10(33 votes)

    S1:E19

    Mao and his crew head for the Undersea Shrine. Kamon is driven into a corner by Shiranui's sorcery.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. MAO Season 1 Episode 17 - Maogui
    8.5/10(31 votes)

    S1:E17

    After battling Hakubi, Mao falls into a deep sleep. Nanoka and Shiraha investigate cats and Onmyodo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. MAO Season 1 Episode 20 - Sana's Heart
    8.5/10(29 votes)

    S1:E20

    Kamon seeks Masago's stolen body. Natsuno links Yurako's evil energy to Sana's death.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. MAO Season 1 Episode 24 - Traveling Performers
    8.5/10(23 votes)

    S1:E24

    Natsuno discovers a buried village, but seeks Kamon's help after being attacked by ayakashi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. MAO Season 1 Episode 8 - Hyakka
    8.4/10(49 votes)

    S1:E8

    Mao is attacked by Hyakka, a fire-wielding onmyoji. He reveals a secret about the Goshikido.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. MAO Season 1 Episode 7 - The New Vessel
    8.3/10(54 votes)

    S1:E7

    In the Taisho era, Nanoka is abducted by Byoki. Mao tries to help but collapses.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. MAO Season 1 Episode 13 - Byoki
    8.2/10(40 votes)

    S1:E13

    Nanoka carries Byoki's message for Mao to the Taisho era. Kamon exposes Shiranui's scam.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. MAO Season 1 Episode 11 - Blood Bond
    8.2/10(48 votes)

    S1:E11

    Mao tries to help a sick boy but walks into a trap. A shikigami attacks Mao, trying to capture him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. MAO Season 1 Episode 23 - The Sleepwalking Patient
    8.1/10(23 votes)

    S1:E23

    Mao follows a patient who slips out of the hospital to eat grave dirt and uncovers a powerful curse.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. MAO Season 1 Episode 3 - The Accursed
    8.2/10(71 votes)

    S1:E3

    Nanoka is unharmed by Mao's cursed sword. She returns to modern times to investigate an accident.

    Directors:Mitsuhiro Yoneda, Kenichi Domon
    Writer:Hiroko Kanasugi

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  24. MAO Season 1 Episode 12 - Water Sorcerer
    8.1/10(41 votes)

    S1:E12

    Mao recalls the Goko Clan's water sorcerer. Kamon reunites with Shiranui at a water temple.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. MAO Season 1 Episode 9 - Kamon
    8.0/10(46 votes)

    S1:E9

    Mao and the gang help the injured Tenko. Kuchinawa, who appears on the scene, turns out to be Kamon.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Memories of That Day" is the best rated episode of MAO. It scored 8.9/10 from 65 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on May 9, 2026. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Spider Lady".

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