Geisha & Maiko of Kyoto: Beauty, Art, & Dance

by John Foster and Fellow and Tutor in Philosophy John Foster

Book Overview

This exquisite collection of photographs and interviews focuses on four of Kyoto's most beautiful geisha and maiko (apprentice geisha). First, the geisha and maiko were photographed at Kyoto's largest geisha dance performances and other important dances. Next, portrait sessions were held with each woman to capture the kata (forms or poses) of her favorite dances. The geisha and maiko were then interviewed about their photographs, giving the reader...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076433221X
• ISBN13: 9780764332210
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.7" x 11.0"