Congratulations to Maiko Kikushino, who is now wearing Sakkou hairstyle!
In the world of traditional Japanese culture, the maiko (apprentice geisha) undergoes several distinct phases, one of the most visually striking being the sakkou hairstyle. This elegant and elaborate style is worn by maiko before their erikae ceremony, which marks their transition into a full-fledged geisha.
The sakkou is a highly decorative hairstyle, characterized by an upright bun placed at the top of the head, often adorned with ornate hairpins known as kanzashi. The style is designed to reflect youth, beauty, and grace, representing the maiko’s early stage in her career. The voluminous bun gives the appearance of a young woman in training, full of potential and promise.
When a maiko reaches a certain level of skill and maturity, she undergoes the erikae ceremony, where her hairstyle changes to the more refined wig styled in elegant shimada style. The sakkou hairstyle is a brief but important part of a maiko's journey, symbolizing the beginning of her career and her dedication to the traditional arts
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| Maiko Kikushino peforming "Kurokami" - the final dance of a Maiko Okaasan Geiko Kikutsuru is playing the shamisen |
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| Maiko Kikushino peforming "Kurokami" - the final dance of a Maiko Okaasan Geiko Kikutsuru is playing the shamisen |
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