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Mineko Iwasaki began her training at five, learning the rigorous rituals, nuanced language, and traditional arts that define the geisha profession. Over twenty‑five years she entertained royalty, business magnates, and cultural figures, earning acclaim as one of Japan’s most prized geisha of her era. Her memoir follows her life from childhood through her years as a renowned performer, detailing the demands and rewards of the profession. At twenty‑nine, Iwasaki chose to retire and marry, a decision that mirrored the broader decline of the geisha culture. The book offers insight into the intimate world of geisha, their customs, and the social fabric of the time, as seen through Iwasaki’s personal experience.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Mineko Iwasaki
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