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Japan Tourism Agency uses ninja, sumo and geisha to demonstrate what to do and what not to do in Japan.
Authentic materials recreate the fashions of apprentice geisha, oiran courtesans, and even bridal kimono.
A more comfortable way to enjoy the festival season while out and about in your yukata summer kimono.
Foreign guests welcome at lobby lounge function that sidesteps the cost and pretense of orthodox geisha services.
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We’ve talked before about geisha as one of Japan’s distinctly female professions, so this time we’re going to share with you a few fun facts about the geisha and their floating world.
In Kyoto, Pikachu wears a kimono with a Ho-Oh design and a Vivillion-adorned hair accessory.
If you want to become a geisha, maiko, samurai or courtesan, gender is no barrier at this Asakusa photo studio.
If you’ve ever wanted to turn back time and step into the clothes of a well-dressed geisha, a pipe-smoking courtesan or a sword-wielding samurai warrior, we’ve found the perfect place for you!
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