The Geisha House (1999)

• Drama

Set in a Kyoto geisha house during the post-WWII era, the young Omocha begins her rigorous apprenticeship within the traditional community of geiko and maiko. She must navigate complex internal rivalries and a strict social hierarchy while the house struggles to maintain its customs. As modern society shifts around them, the residents face the increasing pressure of Japan's changing cultural identity.

Rating

7.7 / 10 (10 votes)

Release date

January 15, 1999

Runtime

1h 53m

Language

Japanese

Director

Kinji Fukasaku

Status

Released