One notable example of hair art that remains deeply rooted in Japanese society today is the so-called 'geisha hair', which differs depending on social status, age, and other factors. To get a closer ...

Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto ... is known for picturesque teahouses, where geisha and their maiko apprentices, wearing fancy kimono and hair ornaments, perform in dance and music.

Sleeping on a high pillow, a practice common among hair-conscious shoguns and geisha, increases the risk of stroke because of the way the neck bends during slumber, Japanese researchers found. The ...