Japan's geisha are experts in their field, but they're often treated like tourist attractions. Learn why Kyoto officials have ...

Long a symbol of grace, art, and mystery, geisha embody one of the most iconic faces of Japanese culture. But today, this ...

To help people become more familiar with the culture of teahouse districts in the city of Kanazawa, the public was given a ...

MITO--Yasuko Yasuhara, once a top party hostess in this Ibaraki prefectural capital, made an inevitable career shift as she ...

KYOTO—A group of geisha and their “maiko” apprentices gathered at Yasakajinja shrine here on July 3 for a traditional ritual ...

Kimono colorful, made uprising faces of white, light and mysterious steps: The image of the geisha He has been fascinated ...

The powerful image of the geisha - scarlet lips across an alabaster-white painted face, a glossy black wig and ornate kimono - has been associated with Japanese culture since the 17th century.

Geishas, masters of refined old art forms, are in decline – but their talents are highlighted every year in Japan’s Azuma Odori festival Reading Time:3 minutes Why you can trust SCMP Agence ...

Life as a geisha is tough, with a strict practice schedule even for established performers. "In general, it takes 10 years to be seen as competent," said Koiku, who was enticed by her love of ...

Koiku, a Shinbashi geisha, said her job first and foremost involves “welcoming and entertaining visitors at traditional restaurants called ryotei”.

Koiku, a Shinbashi geisha, said her job first and foremost involves “welcoming and entertaining visitors at traditional restaurants called ryotei.” Entry to these expensive, exclusive establishments, ...

PHOTO: AFP In Japanese, the word geisha means “person of the arts” – a woman or man trained in traditional Japanese performing arts. PHOTO: AFP [TOKYO] The geishas glide with measured steps across a ...