{"id":1192,"date":"2016-02-14T07:25:26","date_gmt":"2016-02-13T22:25:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/?p=1192"},"modified":"2023-11-28T16:34:22","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T07:34:22","slug":"meet-maiko-geisha-young-apprentice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/meet-maiko-geisha-young-apprentice\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet a Maiko, a Geisha’s young apprentice"},"content":{"rendered":"
Japan offers foreign visitors a countless number of attractions, one of which being the iconic figure of a Geisha: a mysteriously beautiful Japanese woman. This well-known part of traditional Japanese culture inspired the popular novel-turned-film \u201cMemoirs of a Geisha\u201d, which has no doubt attracted many people to learn about and visit Japan.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n A Geisha is often seen as a symbol of a traditional Japanese woman, with the beautiful robe known as a Kimono and the unique makeup and hairstyle. This iconic look makes Geisha appear very elegant and eye-catching when walking on the street. Even native Japanese can be heard screaming out \u201cKawaii, ne!\u201d (so cute!), when they spot a Geisha. Speaking of the Kimono and makeup, Geisha and Maiko often spend more than 2 hours applying their extremely detailed makeup. If you have the chance, try to focus your attention on their back, as they have a beautiful Obi (The Kimono\u2019s belt) and they will put the Kimono collar low in order to accentuate the neckline.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n If you are lucky you might see a Geisha or Maiko during your time in Japan, specifically in Kyoto. Have you heard about Maiko? Many people are familiar with Geisha, but only few can differentiate between Maiko and Geisha. Maiko are the apprentices of Geisha, who begin their training between 15 and 20 years old. You can see both of them throughout Japan, but the practice originated in Kyoto. Gion in Kyoto is a well-known place where many Geisha and Maiko can be spotted. In Gion, some restaurants put their menu outside with a sign that offers customers the chance to enjoy their dinner with Maiko which will definitely enhance your visit to Kyoto . There are usually many different items on the menu, often with affordable prices that can start from just 2000 yen.<\/p>\n What about some entertainment? If you\u2019re prepared to pay a little more, they will entertain you as well. Maiko are more often seen entertaining people, as they are trained to entertain guests with activities such as singing, dancing, even talking with the unique Kyoto dialect. You can even enjoy a whole day spent with Maiko, but their passion and quality of service means you\u2019ll likely pay a lot more for this service. However, you will have a gorgeous close up view of a Maiko, and feel a unique experience seeing while they show you the interesting culture of Japan.<\/p>\n