Geisha walks to greet patrons of her art in summer Kyoto Japan.

Geisha walks to greet patrons of her art in summer Kyoto Japan.

Two Geiko having fun on hot summers day Kyoto Japan

Two Geiko having fun on hot summers day Kyoto Japan

Pontocho alley Kyoto

Two women in traditional clothing walk through Pontocho alley in Kyoto.

Streets of Kyoto

Two Maiko and a Geiko wait at a cross in Gion, Kyoto Japan.

As darkness sets in, the Miyagawacho area begins to awaken from its slumber

As darkness sets in, the Miyagawacho area begins to awaken from its slumber. Out of the shadows, a Geiko leads the Maiko to an evening engagement of dance, games, and drinks. Patrons in taxis start arriving for the night’s festivities.