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The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (TV Series)

Maiko-san Chino makanai-san

2023

Hirokazu Koreeda (Creator), Hirokazu Koreeda ...

Mayu Matsuoka, Ai Hashimoto, Nana Mori, Keiko Matsuzaka ...

7.0

517

TV Series. Drama. Comedy Kiyo becomes a Makanai (person who cooks meals) at a house where Maiko (apprentice geishas) live together.

	Media	Author	Review
		Angie Han The Hollywood Reporter	"A gentle tale of art, friendship and food (...) As cozy and comforting as a home-cooked meal (...) It [is] such a soothing watch"
		Steve Greene IndieWire	"It will leave you hungry and happy"
		Meredith Hobbs Coons AV Club	"A cozy meditation on care and art"
		Joel Keller Decider	"If you want to see a pretty straightforward series about two best friends going down different paths, then the gentle drama of 'The Makanai: Cooking For The Maiko' House should fill the bill."
		Stephanie Snyder Common Sense Media	"Though the plot moves somewhat slowly, there is much to take in as the show illustrates everyday life. Be warned: don't watch while hungry"
		Jonathon Wilson Ready Steady Cut	"Warm and heartfelt, Kore-eda substitutes plot for a rich sense of place in a nine-episode series that’ll satisfy like any good meal. (...) Rating: ★★★★ (out of 5)"
		Marya E. Gates The Playlist	"Every episode is crafted with such precision and care that even a brief visit to its world proves itself to be a rich and rewarding experience"
		Rebecca Nicholson The Guardian	"This gorgeous series from a Palme d’Or-winning director shows life in a Japanese geisha house, and its kitchens. It’s so beautiful that it even turns vegetable shopping into a delight"
		Ian Freer Empire	"'Maiko-san Chino makanai-san' is as warm and comforting as nabekko dumpling soup. Gorgeous stuff (...) Rating: ★★★★ (out of 5)"
		James Marsh South China Morning Post	"A vibrant look at the geisha world and a celebration of homestyle cooking (...) The series is full of beautiful kimonos, elegant performances and mouthwatering dishes (...) Rating: ★★★★ (out of 5)"

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