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Former Maiko Kiritaka Kiyoha Described Abuse and Debt in Kyoto’s Geisha Districts

In 2022, former maiko Kiritaka Kiyoha spoke publicly about her experiences in Kyoto’s geisha districts, alleging that she was made to drink at 16, harassed at banquets, nearly sold to a wealthy patron, and burdened with a large bill.

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In 2022, former maiko Kiritaka Kiyoha broke her silence about Kyoto's geisha districts. She said she was made to drink at 16, harassed at banquets, and nearly sold to a wealthy patron. What's more, she said she was saddled with an enormous bill when she a
Unseen JapanSep 22

Former Maiko Kiritaka Kiyoha Described Abuse and Debt in Kyoto’s Geisha Districts

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In 2022, former maiko Kiritaka Kiyoha broke her silence about Kyoto's geisha districts. She said she was made to drink at 16, harassed at banquets, and nearly sold to a wealthy patron. What's more, she said she was saddled with an enormous bill when she a