Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, long a popular destination for tourists, is closing off some private-property alleys in its famous geisha district ... Gion is one of its most scenic and ...

The pretty painted face of Japanese patriarchy' The Japanese word "geisha" literally means ... Although Gion, the area of Kyoto where most geishas live and work, has begun posting signs and ...

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 ...

Geisha and maiko (teenage apprentices training to become geisha) are women who perform Japanese traditional arts such as singing, dancing and playing instruments to entertain customers while they ...

Geisha spotting in Gion is one of the ... The district is home to two of the most beautiful streets in Kyoto, Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka. The streets lead up a slight slope to the Yasaka pagoda.