Books matching: kyoto's geisha districts
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Save:'Geisha, A Life' by Mineko Iwasaki is an autobiography that provides a first-hand account of Mineko's life as one of Japan's top geisha in the 60s. The book delves into the culture of the geisha world, showcasing the training of women from childhood to adulthood, and offering insights into the motivation behind perfecting traditional Japanese arts.
The narrative in 'Geisha, A Life' is praised for its honesty and clarification of the true lives of geisha, contrasting it with the fictionalized portrayal in 'Memoirs of a Geisha.' The book covers Mineko's journey from being an apprentice maiko to her experiences as a geiko, giving readers a detailed look at the day-to-day life of a geisha and the adventures she embarked on during her career.
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