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The Geisha House

1999 • 1h53m Drama

Rating

7.4/10

Popularity

2

Set in a Kyoto geisha house during the post-WWII era, the young Omocha begins her rigorous apprenticeship within the traditional community of geiko and maiko. She must navigate complex internal rivalries and a strict social hierarchy while the house struggles to maintain its customs. As modern society shifts around them, the residents face the increasing pressure of Japan's changing cultural identity.

Details

Director

Kinji Fukasaku

Screenplay

Kaneto Shindō

Cast

Maki Miyamoto

Sumiko Fuji

Mai Kitajima

Release date

1/15/1999

Status

Released

Origin country

JP

Vote count

9