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Veiled in mystery, the secret society of the Japanese geisha has fascinated Westerners for centuries. This revealing program charts the history and art of the geisha, from the society's all-male origins to the beautiful kimono-clad women trained from childhood to carry on the age-old tradition. Exploring the contemporary practice of the craft as well as its surrounding controversy, this program offers an enlightening look into the geisha culture.
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The History & Art of the Geisha(2005)
January 1, 2005
Veiled in mystery, the secret society of the Japanese geisha has fascinated Westerners for centuries. This revealing program charts the history and art of the geisha, from the society's all-male origins to the beautiful kimono-clad women trained from childhood to carry on the age-old tradition. Exploring the contemporary practice of the craft as well as its surrounding controversy, this program offers an enlightening look into the geisha culture.
