Maiko kimono

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A GEISHA AND A MAIKO : Mature geisha or geiko, ordinarily wear subdued clothing, makeup, and hair, contrasting with the more colorful clothing, heavy makeup, and elaborate hair of maiko. Women posing as maiko (geisha appretices), Kyoto, Japan, wearing traditional furisode and okobo. A geisha's appearance changes throughout her career, from the girlish, heavily made-up maiko........PARTAGE OF JAPAN SPECIALIST....

Darari musubi (obi knot with long tail)

Two Minarai, or apprentice Geisha at the very beginning of their apprenticeships. Minarai lasts only a few weeks to a few months. Their costumes are slightly different from a Maiko's. Most noticably is that the obi is only half as long in the back as a Maikos.

When we hear the word "Geisha" our minds immediately picture an elegant woman, dressed in the finest silk clothing, a delicate figure that seems to float with

Maiko ‘Toshimomo’ Japan #Maiko #舞妓