A few years ago, many confidently predicted China would overtake the US in GDP ... Kyoto to ban visitors from geisha district area over 'out-of-control' incidents The local council in Kyoto's ...

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” ...

A young Chinese national trains rigorously to take her place among the ranks of Japan’s geisha. IT TAKES Rinka at least two hours to apply her thick, white make-up and get dressed in an ...

If they click on the messages, they will be connected to a website with detailed warnings in English and Chinese. Warnings include, "Don't take photos of geisha or maiko without permission" and ...