The world of the Japanese geisha is steeped in a long history. Enter the mysterious world of flower and willow.
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Discovery Atlas: Japan: Geisha Culture
The world of the Japanese geisha is steeped in a long history. Enter the mysterious world of flower and willow.
Added: May 7, 2008
Views: 11391 Views
Runtime: 03:05
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