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S1 E26 · Yurako's World

About MAO

MAO is a mystery and sci-fi & fantasy anime series that premiered on NHK G on April 4, 2026. It has 1 season and 26 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 26 "Yurako's World", aired on September 26, 2026.

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.

  • Mystery
  • Sci-Fi & Fantasy
  • Animation
  • Action & Adventure

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Episodes

26 episodes · 1 season

Season 1

2026 · 26 episodes · Last episode: 1 month ago

MAO Season 1 release dates →
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    26. Yurako's World

    Finale

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

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    25. Ghouls and Rakshasas

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

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    24. Traveling Performers

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

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    23. The Sleepwalking Patient

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

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    22. Risk My Life

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

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    21. Soma

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

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    20. Sana's Heart

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

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    19. The Undersea Shrine

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

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    18. Natsuno

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

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    17. Maogui

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

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    16. Hakubi

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

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    15. Shiranui

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

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    14. The Iron Mask

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

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    13. Byoki

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

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    12. Water Sorcerer

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

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    11. Blood Bond

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

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    10. Taizanfukun

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

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    9. Kamon

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

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    8. Hyakka

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

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    7. The New Vessel

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

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    6. Memories of That Day

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

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    5. The Keystone

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

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    4. The Shorinkyo Incident

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

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    3. The Accursed

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

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    2. Spider Lady

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

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    1. Nanoka and Mao

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

MAO FAQ

Will there be new episodes of MAO?

MAO has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on September 26, 2026.

When did the latest episode of MAO come out?

The most recent episode of MAO, Season 1 Episode 26 "Yurako's World", aired on September 26, 2026.

How many seasons of MAO are there?

MAO has 1 season with 26 episodes in total.

When did MAO first air?

MAO first aired on NHK G on April 4, 2026.

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