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  1. Etymology and terminology

    A number of terms are used to describe the profession and community that geisha both live and work in. … See more

    Geisha - Wikipedia

    • Geisha (芸者) (/ˈɡeɪʃə/; Japanese: [ɡeːɕa]), also known as geiko (芸子) (in Kyoto and Kanazawa) or geigi (芸妓), are female Japanese performing artists and entertainers trained in traditional Japanese performing arts styles, such as dance, music and singing, as well as being proficient conversationalists and hosts. Their distinct appearance is characterised … See more

    The Life and Art of a Geisha
    The Life and Art of a Geisha
     Facts and Myths
    Facts and Myths
    History

    In the early stages of Japanese history, saburuko (serving girls) were mostly wandering girls whose families had been displaced by war. Some of these saburuko girls offered sexual services for money while other… See more

    Appearance

    A geisha's appearance changes symbolically throughout her career, representing her training and seniority. Apprentice geisha typically appear in one style of dress, the most formal, the entire time they a… See more

    Traditional performances

    Geisha entertain their guests with a combination of both their hostessing and conversational skills, and their skills in traditional Japanese art forms of dance, music and singing. Before deciding to begin a career a… See more

    Training process

    Before the 20th century, geisha began their training at a young age, around the age of six. In the present day this is no longer the case, and geisha usually debut as maiko around the age of 17 or 18. Labour laws stipulate th… See more

    Geisha in Japanese society

    Geisha are regarded in wider Japanese society as some of the most successful businesswomen in Japan, with almost the entirety of the karyūkai being owned and run by women. New geisha are trained for the most p… See more

    Geisha districts

    Geisha work in districts known as hanamachi (lit. 'flower towns'), and are said to inhabit the karyūkai ("flower and willow world"), a term originating from a time when both courtesans and geisha worked within the same a… See more

     
  1. Female Japanese performing artists and entertainers

    Geisha (芸者) (/ ˈɡeɪʃə /; Japanese: [ɡeːɕa]), also known as geiko (芸子) (in Kyoto and Kanazawa) or geigi (芸妓), are female Japanese performing artists and entertainers trained in traditional Japanese performing arts styles, such as dance, music and singing, as well as being proficient conversationalists and hosts.
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    4 days ago · Kyoto is the heart of Japan’s geisha world. In Kyoto, however, fully-fledged geisha are properly called geiko (pronounced “gay-ko”). Young ladies, usually between the ages of 15 and 20, train for five years to become a geiko. …

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    Oct 9, 2024 · Elegant kimono, smooth white make-up, and that classic demure look — geisha are, by nature, charming. Actually seeing a geisha in Japan is uncommon, but it’s not impossible. And if you are going to see one, Kyoto is …

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    Geisha can be found in several cities across Japan, including Tokyo and Kanazawa, but the former capital of Kyoto remains the best and most prestigious place to experience geisha, who are known there as geiko. Five major geiko …

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    Jan 30, 2021 · A geisha, translated as an "art person" in Japanese, is a skilled artisan proficient in singing, dancing, and playing the samisen, a traditional lute-like instrument. In addition to these essential talents, a geisha excels in the art …

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