For performances at night before the pandemic hit, going to see geisha party at a ryotei could cost up to 50,000 yen. The well-received effort is aimed at protecting the tradition and culture ...

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” ...