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Have you read or watched”舞妓さん家のまかないさん” (“Maiko-san Chi no Makanai-san”)? It’s a popular manga and anime series in Japan.
The story follows Kiyo, who arrives in Kyoto from Aomori with her childhood friend, Suu, to become Maiko.
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They join an okiya, which serves not only as their living quarters but also trains apprentices, known as “shikomi-san,” to become accomplished Maiko and support them when they debut or become independent as Geiko.
Kiyo eventually becomes the okiya’s cook (”makanai-san”), while Suu pursues her dream of becoming a maiko.
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The narrative depicts the daily lives and relationships of women working in the geisha world.
I watched the drama on Netflix, where you can experience the essence of Japanese seasons through everyday life and meals.
Seasonal tsumami kanzashi worn by the maiko also play a significant role in various scenes.
Even though the storyline isn’t particularly dramatic, the depiction of Japan’s seasons and the beauty of the tsumami kanzashi make it a recommended watch. It’s enjoyable to spot the subtle placement of tsumami kanzashi in the okiya where the characters live, adding to the overall beauty of the series.
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