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MAO

★8.6 2026 1 Season TV-MA

Eight years ago, Nanoka Kiba was saved from the wreckage of a fatal accident at Gogyō Town Shopping Center. Drawn to the abandoned passage of storefronts on her walk home from school in present day, she becomes inexplicably transported to Japan's Taishō period where she meets the mysterious Mao, a fellow traveler whose arrival at a ghost-inhabited village is simultaneous with hers. Together, they investigate the bizarre events that begin to occur around them, and Nanoka soon pieces together her broken memories of the accident and how she and Mao may have something more sinister in common.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 26 episodes

Nanoka and Mao

Episode 01

Nanoka and Mao

Apr 4, 2026 · 25 min

Nanoka is an attuned adolescent. So when a covered shopping arcade beckons, a strange world awaits.

Spider Lady

Episode 02

Spider Lady

Apr 11, 2026 · 25 min

Nanoka discovers that the arcade links to the Taisho era, while Mao probes a mysterious murder case.

The Accursed

Episode 03

The Accursed

Apr 18, 2026 · 25 min

Nanoka is unharmed by Mao's cursed sword. She returns to modern times to investigate an accident.

The Shorinkyo Incident

Episode 04

The Shorinkyo Incident

Apr 25, 2026 · 25 min

Nanoka and Otoya infiltrate the Shorinkyo cult, but get trapped inside by the leader, Shoko.

The Keystone

Episode 05

The Keystone

May 2, 2026 · 25 min

Earthquakes plague Taisho-era Fifth Street. Mao and Otoya find a church atop a sacred keystone site.

Memories of That Day

Episode 06

Memories of That Day

May 9, 2026 · 25 min

Nanoka reveals that she is from 100 years in the future. She goes back in time to question Mao.

The New Vessel

Episode 07

The New Vessel

May 16, 2026 · 25 min

In the Taisho era, Nanoka is abducted by Byoki. Mao tries to help but collapses.

Hyakka

Episode 08

Hyakka

May 23, 2026 · 25 min

Mao is attacked by Hyakka, a fire-wielding onmyoji. He reveals a secret about the Goshikido.

Kamon

Episode 09

Kamon

May 30, 2026 · 25 min

Mao and the gang help the injured Tenko. Kuchinawa, who appears on the scene, turns out to be Kamon.

Taizanfukun

Episode 10

Taizanfukun

Jun 6, 2026 · 25 min

A giant made of fish and water demands that Mao teach him the ultimate onmyoji spell, Taizanfukun.

Blood Bond

Episode 11

Blood Bond

Jun 13, 2026 · 25 min

Mao tries to help a sick boy but walks into a trap. A shikigami attacks Mao, trying to capture him.

Water Sorcerer

Episode 12

Water Sorcerer

Jun 20, 2026 · 25 min

Mao recalls the Goko Clan's water sorcerer. Kamon reunites with Shiranui at a water temple.

Byoki

Episode 13

Byoki

Jun 27, 2026 · 25 min

Nanoka carries Byoki's message for Mao to the Taisho era. Kamon exposes Shiranui's scam.

The Iron Mask

Episode 14

The Iron Mask

Jul 4, 2026 · 25 min

Rumors of a life-extending Goko Clan onmyoji lead Kamon and Mao to investigate Yurako.

Shiranui

Episode 15

Shiranui

Jul 18, 2026 · 25 min

Shiranui demands the Taizanfukun spell from Mao, but Mao is enraged that Yurako is working for him.

Hakubi

Episode 16

Hakubi

Jul 18, 2026 · 25 min

Hakubi attacks Mao with Metal sorcery. Mao transforms into a beast and goes on a rampage.

Maogui

Episode 17

Maogui

Jul 25, 2026 · 25 min

After battling Hakubi, Mao falls into a deep sleep. Nanoka and Shiraha investigate cats and Onmyodo.

Natsuno

Episode 18

Natsuno

Aug 1, 2026 · 25 min

Natsuno reveals Daigo and Sana's past. Mao and Kamon unlock the mystery of the Undersea Shrine.

The Undersea Shrine

Episode 19

The Undersea Shrine

Aug 8, 2026 · 25 min

Mao and his crew head for the Undersea Shrine. Kamon is driven into a corner by Shiranui's sorcery.

Sana's Heart

Episode 20

Sana's Heart

Aug 15, 2026 · 25 min

Kamon seeks Masago's stolen body. Natsuno links Yurako's evil energy to Sana's death.

Soma

Episode 21

Soma

Aug 22, 2026 · 25 min

After battling Ichima Kagami, Mao takes the injured Soma to the clinic, but Soma slips away.

Risk My Life

Episode 22

Risk My Life

Aug 29, 2026 · 25 min

A cursed puppet needle transforms Mao into a beast and turns him against his friends.

The Sleepwalking Patient

Episode 23

The Sleepwalking Patient

Sep 5, 2026 · 25 min

Mao follows a patient who slips out of the hospital to eat grave dirt and uncovers a powerful curse.

Traveling Performers

Episode 24

Traveling Performers

Sep 12, 2026 · 25 min

Natsuno discovers a buried village, but seeks Kamon's help after being attacked by ayakashi.

Ghouls and Rakshasas

Episode 25

Ghouls and Rakshasas

Sep 19, 2026 · 25 min

Kagari Hosho attacks Nanoka, but Mao rescues her. Kagari tracks her down and takes her to Yurako.

Yurako's World

Episode 26

Yurako's World

Sep 26, 2026 · 25 min

Yurako reveals her past as a vessel for curses in the Heian period and her first meeting with Mao.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 8.6 /10

based on 29 votes

Synopsis

Eight years ago, Nanoka Kiba was saved from the wreckage of a fatal accident at Gogyō Town Shopping Center. Drawn to the abandoned passage of storefronts on her walk home from school in present day, she becomes inexplicably transported to Japan's Taishō period where she meets the mysterious Mao, a fellow traveler whose arrival at a ghost-inhabited village is simultaneous with hers. Together, they investigate the bizarre events that begin to occur around them, and Nanoka soon pieces together her broken memories of the accident and how she and Mao may have something more sinister in common.

AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & FantasyMystery

Cast

8 principal cast

Yuki Kaji

Yuki Kaji

Mao (voice)

Natsumi Kawaida

Natsumi Kawaida

Nanoka Kiba (voice)

Hiro Shimono

Hiro Shimono

Hyakka (voice)

Toshiyuki Toyonaga

Toshiyuki Toyonaga

Kamon (voice)

Momoka Terasawa

Momoka Terasawa

Kazuyuki Okitsu

Kazuyuki Okitsu

Motoko Kumai

Motoko Kumai

Yoko Hikasa

Yoko Hikasa

Where to watch MAO

MAO is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The animation has 1 season and 26 total episodes, rated 8.6/10 by 29 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does MAO have?

MAO has 1 season with 26 episodes in total.

Is MAO still on the air?

MAO has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs MAO?

MAO airs on NHK G.

When did MAO first air?

MAO first aired on April 4, 2026.

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