It may be a bit touristy to hunt for geisha in Kyoto, but head to Fukuoka and they’re there for all to see.
The 22nd Hakata Odori will be held in Hakata Ward in Fukuoka on Dec. 7 and 8. In the annual show, 21 geisha entertainers (who are also called geigi) will perform traditional dances and music.
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