Anime Times Amazon ChannelMAO (2026) is a animation, action & adventure, sci-fi & fantasy, mystery web series in Japanese. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch MAO online in HD.
MAO — Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Yuki Kaji, Natsumi Kawaida, Hiro Shimono, Toshiyuki Toyonaga, Momoka Terasawa, Kazuyuki Okitsu, Motoko Kumai, Yoko Hikasa
MAO — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2026-04-04 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 26 |
| Genre | Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery |
| Language | Japanese |
| Network | NHK G |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Rating | 9/10 (19 votes) |
MAO — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Nanoka and Mao (2026-04-04) — Nanoka is an attuned adolescent. So when a covered shopping arcade beckons, a strange world awaits.
- E2: Spider Lady (2026-04-11) — Nanoka discovers that the arcade links to the Taisho era, while Mao probes a mysterious murder case.
- E3: The Accursed (2026-04-18) — Nanoka is unharmed by Mao's cursed sword. She returns to modern times to investigate an accident.
- E4: The Shorinkyo Incident (2026-04-25) — Nanoka and Otoya infiltrate the Shorinkyo cult, but get trapped inside by the leader, Shoko.
- E5: The Keystone (2026-05-02) — Earthquakes plague Taisho-era Fifth Street. Mao and Otoya find a church atop a sacred keystone site.
- E6: Memories of That Day (2026-05-09) — Nanoka reveals that she is from 100 years in the future. She goes back in time to question Mao.
- E7: The New Vessel (2026-05-16) — In the Taisho era, Nanoka is abducted by Byoki. Mao tries to help but collapses.
- E8: Hyakka (2026-05-23) — Mao is attacked by Hyakka, a fire-wielding onmyoji. He reveals a secret about the Goshikido.
- E9: Kamon (2026-05-30) — Mao and the gang help the injured Tenko. Kuchinawa, who appears on the scene, turns out to be Kamon.
- E10: Taizanfukun (2026-06-06) — A giant made of fish and water demands that Mao teach him the ultimate onmyoji spell, Taizanfukun.
- E11: Blood Bond (2026-06-13) — Mao tries to help a sick boy but walks into a trap. A shikigami attacks Mao, trying to capture him.
- E12: Water Sorcerer (2026-06-20) — Mao recalls the Goko Clan's water sorcerer. Kamon reunites with Shiranui at a water temple.
- E13: Byoki (2026-06-27) — Nanoka carries Byoki's message for Mao to the Taisho era. Kamon exposes Shiranui's scam.
- E14: The Iron Mask (2026-07-04) — Rumors of a life-extending Goko Clan onmyoji lead Kamon and Mao to investigate Yurako.
- E15: Shiranui (2026-07-18) — Shiranui demands the Taizanfukun spell from Mao, but Mao is enraged that Yurako is working for him.
- E16: Hakubi (2026-07-18) — Hakubi attacks Mao with Metal sorcery. Mao transforms into a beast and goes on a rampage.
- E17: Maogui (2026-07-25) — After battling Hakubi, Mao falls into a deep sleep. Nanoka and Shiraha investigate cats and Onmyodo.
- E18: Natsuno (2026-08-01) — Natsuno reveals Daigo and Sana's past. Mao and Kamon unlock the mystery of the Undersea Shrine.
- E19: The Undersea Shrine (2026-08-08) — Mao and his crew head for the Undersea Shrine. Kamon is driven into a corner by Shiranui's sorcery.
- E20: Sana's Heart (2026-08-15) — Kamon seeks Masago's stolen body. Natsuno links Yurako's evil energy to Sana's death.
- E21: Soma (2026-08-22) — After battling Ichima Kagami, Mao takes the injured Soma to the clinic, but Soma slips away.
- E22: Risk My Life (2026-08-29) — A cursed puppet needle transforms Mao into a beast and turns him against his friends.
- E23: The Sleepwalking Patient (2026-09-05) — Mao follows a patient who slips out of the hospital to eat grave dirt and uncovers a powerful curse.
- E24: Traveling Performers (2026-09-12) — Natsuno discovers a buried village, but seeks Kamon's help after being attacked by ayakashi.
- E25: Ghouls and Rakshasas (2026-09-19)
- E26: Episode 26 (2026-09-26)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does MAO have? 1 season(s) with 26 episodes.
Where can I watch MAO? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
