Geisha Gala: Online Parties Unmask Enigmatic Traditions

Yumiko raises her cup to lead the toast.

Guests watch with keen interest.

Kokyū players are a rarity among geisha. She often plays tunes from the countries of her guests.

Meet Geisha, hosted in English at the Yumoto kenban, gives guests a taste of an ozashiki party.

The average age of geisha in Hakone is 28, far younger than in other areas in Japan.