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Encyclopedia > Onsen geisha

Onsen Geisha (温泉芸者) is a negative term synonymous with prostitute. They are literally Hotsprings Geisha who work in the resort towns in Japan, such as Atami. As reported by Liza Dalby, unlike more traditional geisha from Kyoto, musicians are demanded more than dancers. In Atami, the official registry office regards long-time, proven geisha separate from those who have not yet completed their first year. Prostitution is the sale of sexual services (typically manual stimulation, oral sex, sexual intercourse, or anal sex) for cash or other kind of return, generally indiscriminately with many persons. ... maiko (geisha apprentices), Kyoto, Japan wearing traditional kimono and geta. ...

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