Meet the mistress of Nara’s last geisha house — a remarkable woman who’s on a mission to keep this complex tradition alive in her ancient city, a former capital of Japan.

The geisha culture emphasized grace, elegance, and artistry, setting high standards for training and performance. Young girls ...

KYOTO—Excitement filled the air at Imakumanokannonji temple in Kyoto ... “maiko” (apprentice geisha) appeared on stage, wearing white makeup and sporting traditional hairstyles with ...

The pretty painted face of Japanese patriarchy' The Japanese word "geisha" literally means "art person". They are traditional Japanese female entertainers who are skilled in arts such as classical ...

KYOTO--Geisha scattered roasted soybeans to exorcise “evil spirits” and bring good fortune in the year ahead during a traditional event held at Yasakajinja shrine here. Geisha and “maiko” ...