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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.
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Season 1

  • Change
    4.0/102 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Guardian Spirit
    7.0/101 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Taboo
    7.0/101 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Wish
    N/A/100 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Choice
    N/A/100 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • One-sided
    N/A/100 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Illness
    N/A/100 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Carnival
    N/A/100 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada

  • Passage
    N/A/100 votes

    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.

    Director: Hirokazu Kore-eda

    Writer: Mami Sunada