Double misedashi at Komayaka okiya of Kyoto Kagai sim!

Dear friends and patrons,

Next week Kyoto Kagai sim will be an epicenter of a double misedashi! 

Misedashi is the most important step in a young girl's geisha career. 

When a girl debuts as a maiko (apprentice geisha) or directly as a geiko (geisha),

 this is called misedashi, her coming out ceremony. The word means 

"open for business" and signals that she is now an official

member of the kagai (where geisha work and live).

~❀~ Schedule ~❀~

                 

5 pm SLT: Stepping-Out 

    (First Appearance, time for photos, giving congrats)

    In Front of Komayaka Okiya 

LM: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/208/191/31

5:25 pm: Formal Rounds Begin (Visiting other okiya and ochaya and the school) 

6 pm SLT: Komayaka Ochaya Open: Thursday, May 19th, 2022 LM: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/206/159/31

Have you ever dreamt of becoming a maiko?

Have you ever dreamed wearing elaborate kimonos and learning new about Japanese culture? Have you ever dreamed of walking the Kyoto streets in high wooden okobo?

If yes, than Hanafusa okiya is for you:)

You are provided with a near real life course or training in Japanese History and culture. You will learn how to be a Geiko ( term for Geisha in Kyoto)

At the moment we have open space for 4 Shikomi.

Ready to give it a try? Contact  Geiko Kikutsuru (Miehina resident) if you are interested in starting your journey in a close family such as Hanafusa, that focus on realism and quality.

Taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/63/205/31

Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa okiya performing at annual Yukatakai

Historic tour around Miyagawacho Hanamachi (Saturday 29th 11 am slt )

 Deep in the heart of Kyoto Kagai lays Miyagawacho hanamachi, one of the 5 geiko (Kyoto word for geisha) districts in Kyoto. This Saturday we invite You, Your family and friends to join Maiko Kikune (Hanafusa okiya) for a relaxing historical tour around Miyagawacho Hanamachi, its history and traditions ^_^ 

Taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/231/247/31

Yukatakai 2020 coming soon!

On Saturday 18th of July Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa okiya will perform in the Summer odori - Yukata Kai. You are welcome to come enjoy this 5 act performance.

･:*:･ﾟ☆   Time of arrival: 10.15 am slt

･:*:･ﾟ☆　Time odori begin: 10.30 am slt

･:*:･ﾟ☆　Time odori ends: 11.50 am slt

･:*:･ﾟ☆    Your taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/188/205/31

Pictures after are to be taken in the room between exit and theater audience room. Maiko will attend photo shoot. During performance you may take pictures as long as they do not interfere the performance.

In case you would like to receive a poster, please contact Maiko Kikumaru(belliebeth) inworld.

Date Hyogo Hair & Date Hyogo Kanzashi Set (by Kisetsu)

Amazing news from Kisetsu store especially for those who role play as beautiful Oiran, SL Kabuki actors and just admirers of Japanese hairstyles - Date Hyougo Hair & 5 styles of Date Hyougo Kanzashi will be presented at Enchantment event. Be first to get this amazing creation of Nix san as it is definitely worth it. I have not seen a better version of this hair in SL ever!

Interesting information about this hairstyle: Date Hyogo was only worn by Oiran (top rank yujo). With its big chignons and lavishly decorated ornaments, from pins to combs and golden ropes, this hairstyle was the most gorgeous of all

So what you get in the Hair pack? An extremely accurate Date Hyogo and hud for hair color. No Kanzashi are included but no worries as you can wear this mesh hair on its own - it's gorgeous. As always, a beautiful creation worth getting even especially if you adore Japanese coiffure.

So what you get in the Kanzashi set? When i have opened the Torstoise set I was dazzled - there were 24 hairpins!! AND the greatest thing is that you can wear them either all together or individually or even mixing and creating a perfect style of your own. Isn't it great?!

Hair/Wig: Date Hyogo Hair (Hair Only!)

Kanzashi: Date Hyogo Kanzashi Set (No hair in the pack, only hair decorations!).There are 5 styles of kanzashi sets available: Guided, Kitsune, Tortoise, Sakura and Lacquer. 

Creator: Kisetsu (Nix Marabana)

Available at Enchantment - Kitsune Tails event (May 12 - 31st):

After the event you can find these amazing Japanese hairpins in the Kisetsu shop, alongside with high quality Japanese footwear, bags, kimono, hairstyles etc: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/122/141/18

30 L$ Saturday at Kisetsu store!

The 30L Saturday Sale item is the kisetsu Noren - Red, These are copy and modify. And a full set! Doorway (Static and Animated) and a Hanging Noren. Come and get them in the store now!

Here's your riksha to the shop: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/128/129/17

When you visit the shop take a chance to win some goodies - check out the Lucky Letter Boards and let the luck be with you(Group Only).

Don't miss the Stay at Home Club Gift! Also in the store (No Group Needed!) 

Kyo Odori coming soon!

Dear friends and patrons,

While you're spending time at home due to coronavirus outbreak, possibly having your trips and other plans canceled, Kyoto Kagai sim would like to invite you and your friends to this years 8th annual Kyo odori.

For those who have not been to any odori but are interested, Kyo odori is a traditional dance event in Miyagawacho Hanamachi of Kyoto Kagai sim. Every year, in end of April, Maiko and Geiko from Hanafusa okiya welcome Spring with their beautiful dances and poems at Miyagawa-chō Kaburen-jō Theatre.
Before the Odori starts, a tea ceremony is held for all the guests. The program changes every year, apart from last act - traditional ending known as "Miyagawa Ondo".
This year, Maiko and Geiko of Hanafusa okiya will be honored to entertain you on Saturday April 18th at 10 am slt - 11.30 pm slt! So that to present our visitors with high quality performance, maiko san and geiko san have already started preparations and practice relentlessly every day.
We have reservations available. For booking please contact Maiko Kikutsuru(Miehina).
Let's welcome the Spring in Miyagawacho Hahamachi Kabuenjo! ( >click for taxi< )
If you would like to have this year's Kyo Odori posters at your store or sim, please contact Maiko Kikumaru(belliebeth).
We are looking forward to welcoming you at our Kaburenjo. Please stay safe, wash hands and be cautious about the virus.

Hairstyles/Wigs - Tsubushi Shimada (by Kisetsu)

You do already know about hairstyles worn by Maiko san, but what about Geiko, what hairstyles they wear and how they decorate it?
To start with, you might have read in blog that after Maiko has erikae and becomes fully fledged geiko, she switches from hairstyles that are made from her own hair to pre-styled wigs.
Tsubushi shimada style was worn by older women and nowadays is still in use by some of the older, most often natori geiko (Natori are geiko who are recognized as masters of dance or musical instrument).
Hairpins that are used as decoration are much limited to kushi(comb) and kogai stick. Geiko are welcome to add a small stylish maezashi kanzashi at the front.
So what you get in the pack? An accurate Tsubushi shimada, hud for hair color and hud for accessorizes(kushi and kogai). Maezashi not included, you are welcome to choose one of your liking from your inventory.
As always, a beautiful creation worth getting even especially if you adore Japanese coiffure.

Geiko Kikumaru posing in front of a house at Kyoto Kagai sim
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/147/160/31

Hair/Wig: Tsubushi Shimada
Creator: Kisetsu (Nix Marabana)
Available at Wanderlust weekend: https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Nymphai/68/45/21
After the event you can find these amazing Japanese hairpins in the Kisetsu shop, alongside with high quality Japanese footwear, bags, kimono, hairstyles etc: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/122/141/18

Yasaka Jinja is decorated for New year!

Yasaka Jinja is decorated for the New year with precious decor only up for this special time of year.

With this also food stalls and games are ready to be played and tasted!

Come enjoy games with friends, maybe you will win some prizes too!

LM: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/156/214/32

Happy  New Year from everyone of us in Kyoto Kagai

May the New Year bring you prosperity and peace

Yasaka Jinja at Kyoto Kagai sim

Yuki geta to warm your winter walks

Winter is here! 

Are you ready for the snowy days?

Kisetsu store has prepared a winter addition of their wooden geta shoes - please welcome Yuki Geta. 

Several types of these traditional wooden sandals are available at the Kisetsu store - you can choose between lacquered (black or red), dark wood (black or red) and light (pink or coral) colored geta. Whatever yuki geta you decide to get, you can be sure that they will warm your long walks during cold winter months. 

Scared of falling down on ice? No need as all geta have been equipped with anti-slide sole.

So, what are you waiting for?!

Visit Official Kisetsu shop in Second life: 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/128/129/17

Geiko Kikumaru, Maiko Kikune and Maiko Kikushino posing in different types of Yuki geta
Photo take at Kyoto Kagai sim

Kabuki "The Faithful Wife"

Dear Guests and Patrons,

Miyagawacho Kaburenjo proudly presents Kabuki play "The Faithful Wife".

The premiere will take place on Sunday 8th of December at 11 am slt

LM: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/193/205/31

Sincerely yours, members of Hanafusa okiya

Autumn Kanzashi Gacha by Kisetsu

Hurry up to the The Gacha Garden! Kisetsu has Gatcha with delicate yet eye catching kanzashi pins. They are extremely detailed and look like RL items! There are Ginko tree pins, two pins with rabbits, two styles of tama balls and susuki pns(ones with pampass grass). These are all commons available in silver and gold. There are two rares, definitely worth winning. Thy consist of 2 pieces - Chrysanthemum hanakanzashi piece and maezashi with metal dangling parts called bira-bira. Available in Silver and in gold.
No matter which ones you win, they all are beautfiul accessories made with love and care for the details. All of those can be worn during autumn and some - might be even multiseasonal.

Available at Gacha Garden event (August 2019th): https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Gimme%20Gacha%20Productions/127/135/26
After the event you can find these amazing Japanese hairpins in the Kisetsu shop, alongside with high quality Japanese footwear, bags, kimono, hairstyles etc: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/122/141/18

Mizuekai 2019 coming soon!

 Dear guests and readers of my blog,


Kyoto Kagai Sim is proud to present annual Autumn performance - Mizuekai. This very popular six scenes odoriperformed by geiko san and maiko san from Miyagawacho hanamachi is not only display eloquent, authentic kyo mai dances but also proudly present poetical talents of Hanafusa okiya members.
We sincerely welcome You to come enjoy an elegant performance of Japanese classics, performed by maiko and geiko who have trained diligently all year for this recital

Date: 26th of October 2019
Time: 11 am slt
Taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/188/205/31

For those who are visiting my blog for the first time, Mizuekai (みずゑ會)  is the event at which the Miyagawacho geiko and maiko display the traditional performance techniques of the Wakayagi style of Kyomai dance, to the study of which their daily lives are devoted. Traditionally, the Mizuekai was the testing ground of the skills of apprentice dancers, and in comparison with the Kyo Odori dance event held in spring, it has a strong feeling of a recital at which the participants present the fruits of their committed training. As a result, it attracts large numbers of true aficionados of traditional dance, allowing visitors to appreciate performances of an even higher standard.
We sincerely welcome You, Your friends and family to enjoy the autumn performance.


In case you need any additional information or you would like Mizuekai 2019 posters, please contact Geiko Kikumaru(belliebeth resident)

Vintage Kyodai Gacha(by Kisetsu)

Picture by Kisetsu

Tired from the modern vanity tables that look all the same? Or maybe you are looking for good quality Japanese one? Than you must definitely visit this month's Gacha Garden.
For many years i have been searching for something like that and, thankfully, this August Kisetsu has made a perfect Kyodai set gacha. It has everything you might need during your beauty routine and also you can place many other beautifying products that you use daily and most important of all - you can adjust the size of these gacha items to fit your room, so no need to worry that it will be too small or too large.

P.S After 20 play you will be gifted a specially created for this event vanity table so do not worry.


Name: Vintage Kyodai Gacha
Creator: Kisetsu (Nix Marabana)
It has 2 rares (vanity table and zabuton pillow) as well as 7 commons(mirror stand, combs, combs cup, powder, bowls, jars and small drawers)
Available at Gacha Garden event (August 2019th): https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Gimme%20Gacha%20Productions/127/135/26
After the event you can find these amazing Japanese hairpins in the Kisetsu shop, alongside with high quality Japanese footwear, bags, kimono, hairstyles etc: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/122/141/18

Geiko Kikumaru posing with Kyodai gacha set by Kisetsu
at Kyoto Kagai sim
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/105/224/33

Yukata Kai coming soon!

On Sunday 11th of August Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa okiya will perform in the Summer odori - Yukata Kai. This is a very special odori as there will be two Geiko performing performing for the first time - Kikutsuru and Kikumaru, as well as Senior Maiko Kikune and 2nd year junior Maiko kikushino. And of course Okaasan Kikuyu will also join the odori, as part of annual tradition 
You are welcome to come enjoy this 5 act performance.
･:*:･ﾟ☆   Time of arrival: 10.15 am slt
･:*:･ﾟ☆　Time odori begin: 10.30 am slt
･:*:･ﾟ☆　Time odori ends: 11.50 am slt
･:*:･ﾟ☆    Your taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/189/203/31
Pictures after are to be taken in the room between exit and theater audience room. Maiko will attend photo shoot. During performance you may take pictures as long as they do not interfere the performance.

In case you would like to receive a poster, please contact Maiko Kikumaru(belliebeth) in world.

Maiko Kikune and Maiko Kikushino poing for this years YukataKai poster

Erikae of Maiko Kikumaru coming soon this month!

In the event of our Maiko, Kikumaru becoming a Geiko at the end of this month, we welcome you to order a congratulation poster to gift her with.

• Please include your name as you want it on the poster ( either in Kanji,Hiragana/katekana or - Your name as it is written using your own Alphabet. 
• Send your wish to Geiko Kikutsuru ( Miehina Resident) 

I hope that you will be able to join us for the Erikae when the day comes(from 26 till 28th of July) and before that time we encourage you, your family and friends to partake in our weekly events where Maiko Kikumaru will be in her stunning sakkou kitsuke perforing the last dance of a maiko.

Maiko Kikumaru in her Sakkou kitsuke at the Maruyama park(Kyoto kagai sim)

Summer is near! Uchiwa and sensu Fans Gatcha from Kisetsu

Summer is waiting at the corner and Kyoto Kagai sim members are fully preparing for the Japanese heat - light yukata are taken out from the wardrobes while new items such as fans and hairpins are bought. This month Kisetsu has created amazing Uchiw aand sensu fans gatcha specifically for you. Give it a try, you might get lucky and get the rare summer bell
And you, are you ready for the summer heat? 
Uchiwa fans, Sensu fans (both have hand and display versions) + Rare Furin summer bells gatcha prizes from kisetsu available at May Gatcha Garden (here is your taxi: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Gimme%20Gacha%20Productions/81/225/22)
After the event you can buy these gatcha items at the official Kisetsu store: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/124/141/18

Maiko Kikumaru posing at the Gion Higashi ochaya balcony located in Kyoto Kagai sim
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/147/160/31

Seasonal Kanzashi: Botan(peony)

Peonies or Botan were originally introduced to Japan from China during the Nara period, however it didn’t become a popular flower right until the Edo period. It is during the Edo Botan was finally acknowledged as the king of flowers, and became considered as an appropriate floral offering for the Buddha. Normally botan is associated with summer (especially early summer) as that is when the flowers bloom naturally. However, during the Edo and alter periods, Japanese have created different breeds of peonies that bloom in winter, spring, and autumn as well.
It is important to mention that this flower is also considered auspicious so you can see peony motif on many bridal kimonos as well as ones that are less formal.

Model - Maiko Kikumaru of Hanafusa okiya

This April, Kisetsu has prepared 6 different color styles of Botan(Peony) Kanzashi - Golden cream, Golden pink, Purple fade, Red Fade, Soft Gold and Soft Pink. Each style consists of 3 pieces - Hana Kanzashi (the bigger piece on the right), small kanzashi and a flower bridge with several flowers. So elaborate! And, what is important, you can wear those as a hair decoration even if you are not maiko - they suit even a simple hairdo.

Hair decoration: Botan(Peony) kanzashi
Creator: Kisetsu (Nix Marabana)
Available at Fantasy Faire event: https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Tensors%20Flying%20Market/103/121/121
After the event you can find these amazing Japanese hairpins in the Kisetsu shop, alongside with high quality Japanese footwear, bags, kimono, hairstyles etc: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/122/141/18

Kyo Odori in Kyoto Kagai sim

Spring is now in full bloom so we would like to invite you and your friends to this years 6th annual Kyo odori. For those who have not been  to any odori but are interested, Kyo odori is a beautiful dance event in Miyagawacho Hanamachi of Kyoto Kagai sim. Every year, in end of April, Maiko and Geiko welcome Spring with their beautiful dances and poems at Miyagawa-chō Kaburen-jō Theatre.
This year, Maiko and Geiko of Hanafusa okiya will be honored to entertain you on Sunday April 28th at 10.30 am slt - 12.30 pm slt! So that to present our visitors with high quality performance, maiko san and geiko san have already started preparations and practice relentlessly every day.
We have reservations available. For booking please contact Maiko Kikutsuru(Miehina).
Let's welcome the Spring in Miyagawacho Hahamachi Kabuenjo! ( >click for taxi< )

Seasonal Kanzashi: Sakura

If Japan ever decided to have an official flower i think that Sakura would be announced as one of the main candidates for this title. It has been cherished and admired since Heian period when Nobles gathered to write poetry and enjoy the short-lasting beauty of the Sakura. Cherry Blossom (Sakura) with it’s distinctive notched petals, blooms though a brief period of time and is fragile. It symbolizes new beginnings, renewal (as it blooms in early Spring), beauty and the transience of life(the short period of bloom). During the early mentioned Heian era, Sakura also becomes closely associated with Japanese philosophy of mono no aware(transience of life and an appreciation for fleeting beauty).

Model: Maiko Kikumaru of Hanafusa okiya
Photo taken at Maruyama Park of Kyoto Kagai sim
(http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/105/224/33)

This April Nix san has prepared 5 different color styles of Sakura Kanzashi - deep pink, mix, soft pink, white and deep pink. Each style consists of 3 pieces - Hana Kanzashi (the bigger piece on the right), small kanzashi and a flower bridge with a tiny sakura flowers. So cute!

Hair decoration: Tsumami Sakura Kanzashi
Creator: Kisetsu (Nix Marabana)
Available at Sanarae event: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Spring%20Morning/25/76/4012
After the event you can find these amazing Japanese hairpins in the Kisetsu shop, alongside with high quality Japanese footwear, bags, kimono, hairstyles etc: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Multitudes/122/141/18

We welcome you to enjoy the blooming Sakura with the kanzashi pieces created by Kisetsu