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Unless you are Japanese (or a very determined westerner..look at Fiona Graham) you won't.
You can become something *similar* to a geisha though, by refining yourself (language, posture, fashion, self-care, conversational skills, etc.) learning all you can about world events, and learning a "gei" (an art...think Ballet, or piano).
Traditionally, a girl was sold to the Okiya by her poor family, to boost income. She spent years training to be a geisha, and "came of age" and made her debut in her mid 20s.
The modern geisha choose to enter the profession. They don't start training until they are 15 years old (Japanese law prevents them from starting any sooner). They graduate their training, and become "full" geisha in their mid 20s, sometimes later.
What else can I help you with?
How old is the youngest Geisha?
Geisha usually become 'full-fledged Geisha' around the ages of 20 to 22.
What year did the first geisha girl become a geisha girl?
Geisha first make the appearance around the year 1750.
What is a geisha samurai?
Historically there are no geisha samurai. It was impossible for a woman to become a samurai. Geisha often entertained samurai but were never considered a samurai themselves.
How old is a girl before she becomes a geisha?
A girl usually begins her training to become a Geisha around the age of 14 or 15, she continues to train and will become a full Geisha around the age of 18 to 21.
How many years does it take to become a geisha?
It can take around 7 years (or more) to become a full Geisha. A girl generally goes into training around the age of 15 - 16, and becomes a full Geisha around the age of 22.
How many years does it take for a Geisha to become a Geisha?
It can take anywhere from five to ten years of training to become a full Geisha.
How old is the youngest Geisha?
Geisha usually become 'full-fledged Geisha' around the ages of 20 to 22.
Do you have to know Japanese to become a geisha?
Yes. You have to be Japanese and speak Japanese to become Geisha. Geisha/Geiko also speak their own dialect of Japanese known as Kyo-ben.
What year did the first geisha girl become a geisha girl?
Geisha first make the appearance around the year 1750.
Can a western girl become a Geisha?
It is almost impossible for a western girl to become a Geisha. Geisha are only Japanese females, and they begin their training around the age of 16. There have been two instances that non-Japanese women have been allowed to become Geisha, and that is because they were being near the Geisha as a study, and the Geisha took them under their wing and allowed them to go through the process. If you would like to become more like a Geisha, take lessons on manners, etiquette, poise, as well as Japanese dance, poetry, conversation skills, and classic Japanese instruments.
What is a geisha samurai?
Historically there are no geisha samurai. It was impossible for a woman to become a samurai. Geisha often entertained samurai but were never considered a samurai themselves.
How old is a girl before she becomes a geisha?
A girl usually begins her training to become a Geisha around the age of 14 or 15, she continues to train and will become a full Geisha around the age of 18 to 21.
Can a black woman become a geisha?
No, it's almost impossible for anyone not Asian to be a Geisha. The only acceptance ever made was Liz Dalby who did her dissertation on Geisha. She lived in Japan for several years and spoke with the Geisha and they decided to let her train to become one. She has a fascinating book called Geisha, you should check it out if you have an interest in them. It's very good.
How many years does it take to become a geisha?
It can take around 7 years (or more) to become a full Geisha. A girl generally goes into training around the age of 15 - 16, and becomes a full Geisha around the age of 22.
What is the point of being a geisha?
Geisha are living, breathing works of art. They are walking perfection. They go through the proper training to become a Geisha so they can carry on hundreds of years of Japanese tradition.
When does a maiko become a geisha?
Maiko will become Geisha after they go through 5 to 8 to 10 years of training (depending on when they began their training) usually between the ages of 18 and 21.
Can an American girl become a geisha?
Yes an American can but only 3 have succeeded.
