The Appeal of Geishas

Geisha, also known as geiko or geigi, are Japanese female entertainers and performing artists who are trained in traditional Japanese arts. They are known for their talents, such as singing, dancing, playing the samisen, flower arranging, performing the tea ceremony, and calligraphy. Geisha are also skilled conversationalists and hosts who are expected to create a stylish and cheerful atmosphere for their wealthy clientele. They are often seen wearing traditional kimonos and are known for their delicate manners and knowledge of current and past gossip.

Geisha in the movies are seductive assassins, capable of obscuring their true intentions long enough to strike the fatal blow; or beautiful spies with the ability to elicit state secrets from the most powerful monarchs and shogun. By all accounts, the geisha represent a pinnacle of feminine strength, guile, appeal, and poise. We can appreciate the single-minded approach to a craft. That, in and of itself, is something to be admired.