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Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

2021 – 2022Show1 season12 episodes

AnimationDrama
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0

A heartwarming, uplifting animated series about growing up and history, with standout cinematography and world-building.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want fast pacing · you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Episodes

1 season · 12 episodes · best: S1E1 "Chapter 1: Kiyo and Sumire, Chapter 2: Menu for a Special Day, Chapter 3: Secret Supper Plan" 6.7

Episodes

6.7

Story

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 Kagai, the Geiko and maiko district in Kyoto, alongside their housemate maikos. Kiyo nourishes them daily with her homecooked meals, and Sumire strives toward her promising future as the once-in-a-century maiko.

Feels like

  • Cozy Slice-of-Life
  • Kyoto Cultural Immersion
  • Culinary Comfort
  • Maiko Aspirations
  • Ghibli-esque Atmosphere
  • Female Friendship
  • Traditional Arts
  • Healing Drama
  • Visual Gastronomy

Cast

24 of 73 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Youhei Suzuki
Written by
Susumu Yamakawa
Produced by
Sayako Uchida
Music by
Go Sakabe

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Facts

February 25, 2021 · January 27, 2022 · Ended

First aired
February 25, 2021
Last aired
January 27, 2022
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 12 episodes
Genres
Animation, Drama, Comedy
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Available in
102 countries

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7 questions, like "Where can I stream Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House?"

Questions about Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

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Where can I stream Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House?

Crunchyroll

In the United States, Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House streams on Crunchyroll. It also streams in 101 other countries.

Is Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 7).

Is Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House?

5 h

About 5 hours: 12 episodes in 1 season of about 25 minutes each, aired from 2021 to 2022.

Will Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.