Misconceptions about geisha that stem from highly sensationalized stories from Western perspectives flatten the complex cultural artistry of the profession. Detail of a Katsura, a geisha wig. Before ...

A snapshot of the Kyoto Geisha community as it existed in 2005. The traditions and artistry continue to survive as they adapt to an ever-changing World.

According to bestselling author Golden (Memoirs of Geisha), the reason why so many Westerners misunderstand the social function of geisha is because there is no clear counterpart to their profession ...

The mysterious Japanese geisha has served as muse for artists and fashion designers for centuries. And six years ago, Victoria Tsai was so taken with the natural beauty of modern-day geisha, she ...

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