From the beginning of time to present day, a Geisha has been a sign of beauty, femininity and tradition. To be a Geisha it takes years of training. It is an ancient art that dates back centuries. Most people, especially of the West equate them to prostitutes, which is unfortunate. Geisha are entertainers of the highest class. They serve food and drinks. They are versed in conversation and hosting. Geisha are musicians, singers, and dancers. Geisha play the role of many women, every time they entertain. This is a brief look at how a Geisha may spend her day, from preparation to commuting and entertaining.
Geisha, Carlos Pallarols, From the collection of: Museo Pallarols
Asia Japan Geishas, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Japan -1946, Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946-02-02, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Japan -1946, Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946-02-02, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Japan -1946, Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946-02-02, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Tokyo Night Life, Eliot Elisofon, 1962, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
John Florea, 1946, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Geisha Party, Alfred Eisenstaedt, 1946, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Larry Burrows, 1964, From the collection of: LIFE Photo Collection
Geisha, Toyohara Kunichika, 1835/1900, From the collection of: The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Dance, Hashimoto Meiji, 1966, From the collection of: Yamatane Museum of Art
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