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” ...

KYOTO--A star geisha from Gion-Kobu ... (male attendant), whose job is to look after geiko and maiko with their dressing and other needs. Gripping cameras in their hands, many of Satsuki ...