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)+ More
Characters & Voice Actors

Nozuki, Kiyo
Main
Hanazawa, Kana
Japanese
Herai, Sumire
Main
Ichimichi, Mao
Japanese
Big Brother
Supporting
Koyama, Rikiya
Japanese
Ichi's Mother
Supporting
Katakai, Kaoru
Japanese
Nakanowatari, Kenta
Supporting
Takayama, Minami
Japanese
Tsurukoma
Supporting
Matsuda, Satsumi
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