Japanese Geisha The History of Geisha Geisha started in the early 11 th century. They are beautiful artistic women that performed for the wealthy in parties and tea houses. Stages of training: Shikomi Maiko Geisha Appearance Hairstyle KimonoMakeup Hairstyle There are 5 common hairstyles for Geisha: 1.Wareshinobu 2.Ofuku 3.Katsuyama 4.Yakko-Shimada 5.Sakko Dress Kimono The Kimono a traditional Japanese dress. Highly colorful and extraordinary. Consists of 10 to 13 layers of silk material. Obi sash the most colorful part of the Kimono, help keep it in place and distinguish between Geisha and Prostitute. Makeup Geisha Makeup is the most recognizable characteristic. White base for the face. Black accents around the eyes. Dark Red Lipstik. Talents The art of calligraphy Ancient dance Conversation Appropriate alcohol serving skills Singing Tea ceremonies Wearing a kimono