Ep 23. Blossoms for Tomorrow: Compensation for the Dream

Ohana and the rest of the staff of Kissuiso Ryokan are busy preparing for their grand reopening. They have been closed for some time, but they are optimistic and eager to welcome back their guests. The pressure is mounting as the reopening date approaches, but Ohana is determined to make everything perfect.

During this episode, she faces a daunting task when she is in charge of finding a replacement for the retiring chef. Ohana is faced with the difficult decision of hiring a professional chef versus promoting one of their own. The decision is not easy, but Ohana is determined to make the right one. She seeks advice from her grandmother and other senior staff members before making her final decision.

Meanwhile, Enishi, Ohana's cousin and manager of Kissuiso, is dealing with his own issues as he struggles with the financial burden of running the Ryokan. He is taking out loans to keep the business afloat, which worries the other staff members. Ohana and the rest of the staff try to come up with ways to boost business and attract more guests to help ease the financial burdens on the Ryokan. One staff member suggests hosting a traditional tea ceremony, and the idea proves to be successful.

As preparations continue for the reopening and the tea ceremony, the staff becomes increasingly stressed. The pressure to make everything perfect is overwhelming, and small misunderstandings and conflicts arise among the staff. However, they are eventually able to work through their problems and band together to make the grand reopening a success. Ohana is relieved and overjoyed when the first guests arrive, praising the Ryokan's new menu and overall ambiance.

The episode ends with a sense of optimism and hope for the future of Kissuiso. Ohana reflects on how far she has come since arriving at the Ryokan and recognizes the strength of their tight-knit team. Despite the challenges they faced, they were able to come together and make the grand reopening a success.