Maiko or geisha putting on face make-up in Kyoto

There is a new, fuller and higher quality version of this film now up, in four parts under the title 'Maiko or geisha making up'.

JAPAN THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS by Alan Macfarlane explores the mysterious context to this film. It can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/5ocjfp

The film was made by Windfall Films. Please see www.alanmacfarlane.com under 'Global History' for details and other films.

All revenues will be donated to: http://www.oralliterature.org/

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[GoldenEraa]

I never understand why the media blames celebrities and models everyone famous for making teenagers and people feel insecure about their appearance. all i 've seen is 'look at her teeth' why don't people stop being so god damn judgemental. no-one is perfect i bet half the people who have criticized her have something that other people probably think 'ew' about them

[Kandikid00]

Who cares about her teeth? Pay attention to how she does the makeup.

[GerryIsNear]

@suiseiseki2007 The collar the kimono is actually worn so it dips down and exposes the neck. The nape of the neck is considered very attractive.

[suiseiseki2007]

that's very... white...

a little too white for me, why bother painting the back of your neck? no one would even bother what it looks like....

[gennanam]

Her lips looked so dry before she put the red lip gloss on T-T.. I just wanted to give her some water

[loveconsultation]

@smartcookie525 there have been examples of americans becoming geisha before. i think it would just depend on how committed you are to being a geisha.

[3636Clarence]

It doesn't show what exactually she's putting on.

[keatonthefox56]

The uncolored patch on their necks was considered a sort of turn-on to men, much like a slit on western woman's skirt.

[HanHiyaaa]

why do they leave the bit at the back of their necks un-white? is there a reason? anyone know i've always wanted to know :)

[TheJulietMarie]

Believe it or not, in Japan having crooked teeth is considered attractive. In the western world, yes, her teeth aren't considered attractive or pretty, but in Japan, your teeth might be the ones considered strange.

[smartcookie525]

I want to be a Geisha. But I'm American. FML.

[smartcookie525]

@ddogluverful spelled know it's you're