KYOTO—An annual autumn dance performance by “geiko” (geisha) and “maiko” (apprentices) will begin on Oct. 2 in Gion Kobu here, one of the five major “kagai” traditional ...

On this day, Kosuzu and Suzuhana are teaching young students about traditional Japanese dance. 14:29 They hope to spread maiko culture in the region and eventually train successors.

KYOTO--A fall tradition with the five “kagai” traditional entertainment districts here holding dance performances by “geiko” (geisha) and “maiko” apprentices has been canceled due to ...