But it’s particularly noticeable in China where “whiteness” has a long history of association with wealth and royalty and where the cultural tradition of the “Geisha” rivals that of Japan.

A few years ago, many confidently predicted China would overtake the US in GDP ... Kyoto to ban visitors from geisha district area over 'out-of-control' incidents The local council in Kyoto's ...

KYOTO--Geisha scattered roasted soybeans to exorcise “evil spirits” and bring good fortune in the year ahead during a traditional event held at Yasakajinja shrine here. Geisha and “maiko” ...

NARA--Apprentice geisha swinging golf clubs out on the green and knocking back sake after losing a traditional drinking game might prove an eye-opener to people steeped in sedate images for which ...