160K views · 4.6K reactions | Who remember this classic meme 凉 I...

Kimicho: An American Geisha in Tokyo, Japan

Have you seen a Geisha in real life? Do you know their history? The history of geishas, an iconic cultural symbol of Japan, dates back to the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Initially, geishas were male entertainers who performed at social gatherings, but by the 18th century, the role had become predominantly female. Geishas are highly skilled artists trained in various traditional Japanese arts, including music, dance, and singing, as well as in the art of conversation and hosting. Geisha c