"Living only for the moment, turning our full attention to the

pleasures of the moon, the snow, the cherry blossoms and

the maple leaves; singing songs, drinking wine, diverting

ourselves in just floating, floating; caring not a whit for the

pauperism staring us in the face, refusing to be disheartened,

like a gourd floating along with the river current: this is what

we call the floating world"

  

Asai Ryoi, Ukiyo monogatari (ca. 1661)

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princess_of_llyr says:

Beautiful and sensitive collection of photos of the magical creatures known as geisha. Truly breathtaking collection. Thank you for such astounding photography! ^_^

September 24, 2008
Courtney says:

The photos really capture the beauty and elegance of Maiko and Geiko. Lovely photos and very enlightening.

September 22, 2008
suzuharu says:

maiko.gallery is an wonderful(friend) and amazing photographer A+++. He really captures the beauty and spirit of the Hanamachi world. Everbody should view he's work!! :-) * Bowing to the Master* XD i love your work !!!

September 21, 2008
bib/smr says:

Hugh has a great eye for creative photography and one amazing maiko and geiko picture gallery. He really knows how to show the beauty of the flower and willow world.

September 21, 2008
Alain Davreux says:

Maiko.gallery produces some very good images from the Geiko (geisha) world and I strongly urge you to dive deep in his photo collection. Keep going !

September 21, 2008
Miegiku says:

An amazing photographer here! He really has captured the beauty of Geiko and Maiko. I love your work! :)

September 21, 2008
Tika Loon says:

Hi, Thks for your add...and congrat for your photos:))

September 9, 2008