KYOTO--Geisha and their "maiko" trainees are being forced out of work here as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, shutting down parties where the traditional artists make their living entertaining ...

Toyokazu Kosugi, secretary-general of the Kansai Headquarters of the All-Japan Association ... “geiko” (geisha) and maiko, and to protect their economic benefits and value in Kyoto’s ...

I vividly recall being captivated by the world of geishas after watching Memoirs of a Geisha, a 2005 American epic period film directed by Rob Marshall.

The geisha history in Kanazawa is as fascinating ... The fact that it's a calm and budget-friendly Japanese destination in comparison to Kyoto only adds to its appeal. When in doubt, make Kanazawa ...

Stop by the nearby POJ Studio (Pieces of Japan), for a sublime edit of homewares and a matcha in Maana, the attached boutique ...

In Kyoto, tourists flock to the picturesque Gion district to glimpse Geisha clip-clopping along ... The warnings are written in three languages: Japanese, English and Chinese.

Explore top hotels in Kyoto like Six Senses and Banyan Tree to witness sakura season with scenic views and unbeatable ...

Kyoto Japan is one of the best places to visit on ... Gion is also known as the geisha district, because you can often catch ...