Description
Step into the hidden world of Kyoto's geisha through the eyes of one of Japan's most celebrated practitioners. This intimate memoir traces Mineko Iwasaki's extraordinary journey from her initiation into an okiya at just four years old, revealing the rigorous discipline, artistic mastery, and cultural traditions that shaped her life. Through vivid storytelling, Iwasaki illuminates the centuries-old customs and meticulous training that transformed her into an accomplished geisha, while offering rare insight into a profession often shrouded in mystery and misconception. Her candid account celebrates the artistry, dedication, and grace required to preserve this unique cultural heritage, providing Western readers with an authentic window into a world few outsiders ever truly understand.
Available Editions
paperback
Simon and Schuster
Published Sep 1, 2003
336 pages
ISBN: 9780743444293
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Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
Translation
From: jpn
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Geisha, a Life by Mineko Iwasaki.