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Retro photos of real geisha
Think of geisha as prostitutes or girls of easy virtue, but it is very far from the truth. Moreover, for a girl to become a geisha was considered a great honor. They were artists, and they were taught the art of communication, music, dance, and play the shamisen (three-stringed plucked musical instrument).
Since the Japanese dancers were very welcome, the prostitutes called themselves geisha to attract more customers, but to notice the difference between them is simple: geisha tying Obi (belt) in the back, and confused front to quickly remove and wear it during the day.
But most importantly — moths often serviced American military, geisha were not engaged in paid sex with clients. The dancers spent time in the so-called tea houses, where they sang, danced, played music and interacted with the guests.
Since the Japanese dancers were very welcome, the prostitutes called themselves geisha to attract more customers, but to notice the difference between them is simple: geisha tying Obi (belt) in the back, and confused front to quickly remove and wear it during the day.
But most importantly — moths often serviced American military, geisha were not engaged in paid sex with clients. The dancers spent time in the so-called tea houses, where they sang, danced, played music and interacted with the guests.
