I am fascinated with Asian culture and I have always admired the dedication of geisha's and the skills that they had. They have had to learn things about politics, current events, music, dance, and other specific arts. But a large portion of people have said that they were simply prostitutes...Does anyone know if this is true or not. And where can I find that information? Also, did the meaning of the term Geisha just change over years and that's why they were considered prostitues?
2007-08-08 10:55:04 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
No they are not...In japanese society they are actually respected. Geishas differ from prostitues in the sense that they are more civilised and sophisticated escorts as opposed to sex workers. Eg. they are trained in music, singing, art work etc. Not every geisha offers sex and not every customer wishes to hire a geisha for the sole purpose of sex.
2007-08-08 10:58:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
in case you certainly paid interest to the action picture, it by no skill somewhat endorses the assumption of geishas being prostitutes. A geisha who sleeps with a guy is a disgraced geisha. they think approximately exhibiting their wrists to be a cope with to the guy. does not sound like prostitution to me. Geishas are certainly a sort of artist who wade with the aid of strict preparation to alter into so. that is an insult to think of of them as prostitutes.
2016-10-19 10:24:04 · answer #2 · answered by haberstroh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only very low class geisha are prostitutes.
Geisha are entertainers, who dine with the client, sing songs, tale funny or amusing stories.
The history of the geisha is very interesting and it may be unique to Japan.
May it all be well with you.
2007-08-08 10:59:23 · answer #3 · answered by Big Bill 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Geisha are entertainers who are respected in Japan.
2007-08-08 11:38:55 · answer #4 · answered by null 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's a common misconception, but no they are not prostitues. It doesn't mean that there weren't some who decided to take that route, but generally speaking, that's not what they're about. They're entertainers first and foremost.
2007-08-08 11:02:30 · answer #5 · answered by Miss Understood 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No. They are entertainers, skilled in music and conversation. But my knowledge of this subject is limited.
2007-08-08 11:22:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, they do not sell their bodies, they are artists and entertainers, watch the movie......and its japenese culture honey.
2007-08-08 12:13:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No they were entertainers
2007-08-08 12:36:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, they are entertainers. Comfort women are prostitutes.
2007-08-08 10:59:26 · answer #9 · answered by Twin momma as of 11/11 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
gaysha :)
2007-08-08 10:58:58 · answer #10 · answered by Riku. 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋