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Maki (マキ , Maki) is a minor character of Kiki's Delivery Service film. She's described as a fashion designer who lives near the bakery and is the owner of the white cat Lily.

Personality[]

Maki has a cheerful and friendly personality that seems to get along with everyone in her neighborhood.

History[]

Maki is a regular customer of Osono's bakery and Kiki's first customer in her witch delivery business. She asks Kiki to deliver a birdcage with a stuffed animal that looks just like Jiji to her nephew Ket for his birthday. It is mentioned (at least in the Disney dub) that this is because something came up at work and that she couldn't make it to his birthday party on time.

Behind the Scenes[]

According to character designer Katsuya Kondō, "I wanted her to look like one of those slim actresses from old European films."[1] Some concept sketches depict her wearing a mini-skirt and other fashionable attire.

Quotes[]

You're a Beautiful Witch.

Gallery[]

References[]

  1. "The Art of Kiki's Delivery Service", p.98

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