Topic: Memoirs of a Geisha

All Woman and Springtime

Although somewhat comparable to "Memoirs of a Geisha," this tale of North Korean women forced into the sex trade is a darker, crueler story.

15 spring 2012 novels we think you'll like

A preview of new novels coming this spring.

Japan: For $5.50, your own geisha tea ceremony

Kyoto started a campaign to attract tourists with a special rate to take a picture with a geisha and have a tea ceremony with an apprentice.

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