Burn the House DownThat woman stole my home and my whole familyโฆ
After her mother took the blame for a tragic fire 13 years ago, Anzu plots revenge by working as a housekeeper under a pseudonym for her icy stepmother.
WriterMoyashi Fujisawa
Episode 1
Jul 13, 2023
A young woman calling herself Shizuka Yamauchi arrives at the Mitarai house as the new housekeeper; it's a home she once knew very well.
Episode 2
Jul 13, 2023
Yuzu figures out a way to get more information out of the Mitarai family. Makiko begins to share her less-than-glamorous past with the public.
Episode 3
Jul 13, 2023
Shinji offers to set up a meeting between Yuzu and their father. Kiichi blackmails Anzu, keeping her from making any progress in her investigation.
Episode 4
Jul 13, 2023
Claire finds what may be Makiko's personal blog from 14 years ago. Shinji starts to suspect that Shizuka Yamauchi may not be who she says she is.
Episode 5
Jul 13, 2023
After a setback, Anzu has to recalibrate. She confronts her father, and gains an unlikely ally. Anzu finds a new way to keep a close eye on Makiko.
Episode 6
Jul 13, 2023
Makiko goes viral all over social media โ and not for a good reason. Then, someone starts posting stories exposing Makiko's past.
Episode 7
Jul 13, 2023
Instead of apologizing, Makiko holds a press conference and declares that she'll continue being Makiko Mitarai. But the choice may not be her's to make.
Episode 8
Jul 13, 2023
The police make an arrest, but it isn't of Makiko. Anzu and Yuzu pay a visit to the Mitarai house to find out the whole truth.
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Burn the House Down is an engaging Japanese drama adapted from Fujisawa Moyashiโs manga Mitarai-ke, Enjou Suru, blending mystery, family secrets, and revenge across eight well-paced episodes. The story unfolds clearly, filled with tension, sharp twists, and a satisfying logic that keeps viewers invested. While Anzuโs vengeful plan initially feels unconvincing and her fatherโs weak-willed character can be frustrating, the evolving dynamic between Anzu and the enigmatic Makiko adds rich emotional depth. Kyoka Suzukiโs nuanced portrayal of Makiko โ both poised and manipulative โ shines throughout. Beyond the drama, the series delivers a powerful message about truth and deception: never believe everything you see on social media, for perfection often hides behind carefully constructed lies. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)
