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bluerskies:  Oh my goodness! I know this will just "smack of arrogance" and perhaps ignorance too--but maybe this explains why I'm so drawn to the Memiors of a Geisha movie-I think it's beautiful.  Can anyone suggest any links that directly speak of this kind of service?  In english would be nice as well. =o)

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Arthur Golden's 1998 novel Memoirs of a Geisha revived interest in an aspect of Japan that is so intrinsic to the Western stereotype and yet so far removed from the reality of daily life here. Geisha do still exist and ply their trade, of course. But the role they play in modern society is minor and, except for the attention they get from camera-wielding tourists, largely unseen. In fact, most of the women captured on film are either maiko (apprentice geisha) or tourists themselves, done up for a few hours of faux sophistication and attention seeking. -- Noriko Akada

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ORIGINAL: Emperor1956

Now, LaM, I stand by my comments.  I said that your fantasy of eating sushi off a naked girl was virtually unknown in Japan, not entirely.  In fact, it is known as the stuff of modern yakuza legend and the fantasies of horny Americans.  You sent us all 3 websites to prove you right?  Well the first, in Spanish, has NO reference to where the video originated.  It appears to be a stroke website for adolescent boys, by the way.  I'm sure that it is entirely reliable. 

I'm working on translating the two Japanese pages to see what they say (I'm sorry my Japanese is slow.  Perhaps you'll share your translations with us?)  It is pretty clear however that you cited as "fact" a website that is basically a sex fantasy store.  You might as well cite the Weekly World News for your facts.  See the page labelled 女体盛り?  It says that it is basically a collection of sex fantasies.  I'm sure tho that you know better and will illuminate that this is in fact a respected Japanese historical cultural journal.

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ORIGINAL: porcelaine

I am interested in hearing from those that actively practice or have a desire to implement elements of the Geisha lifestyle or other facets of Asian culture in their service. In your opinion, what lessons can we learn that may be of benefit for those that are service oriented submissives? Please feel free to share your experiences, training, and ideas. Responses are most welcome from dominant and submissive persons. Thank you.

porcelaine

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ORIGINAL: innatedesire

Ahhhhhhh a my favorite subject.........The Geisha..........Having been in a relationship with a Japanese man for a decade (18 yrs ago we have 3 beautiful children) I can say that there is much about the Geisha that is misunderstood. It is indeed about the Art of Service with style grace and intelligence. A geisha is a hostess and does not exchange sexual favors for money, she may have a benefactor that sees that she is always taken care of, it is not a sexual relationship in nature. They are trained from a very young age in dance, tea,  world affairs, art, and etiquette. It is not for the meek or timid and requires a desire from within to be the very best; it is a dicipline.
I have always had great resepct and admiration for the culture and religious beliefs as it is based on who you are as an individual. A culture that places so much emphasis on ritual and manners, something that seems to be lost in American society.............Something I learned and still carry with me today....style, grace, manners and showing kindness to those who do not know any better always with a  smile on your face.

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ORIGINAL: knothere

My feeling is that anytime anyone wishes to add artistic beauty to the world, they should be nurtured, not crushed. An 'influence" with the understanding that one emulates, not duplicates, can still be a lovely thing when the person involved makes it there own.
If this is too abstract a post, you may email me for further arty drivel. Its what I do.Of course, you ,the reader may simply ignore me as well.Please do as suits you.This site remains independant,yes?

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ORIGINAL: innatedesire

It does make finding a Dom/Master more difficult as not everyone can understand or appreciate the effort and desire in presentation of not only myself but in all that I do. I put a great deal of effort (I am not saying others do not) in being a educated, articulate, intelligent and  devoted person as I feel it reflects on my Dom/Master and I wish for him to be proud and pleased, I can see it in his eyes and that is all I need.

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ORIGINAL: porcelaine
With all the positive responses I've read, in particular those from submissives and slaves. I'm left to wonder if the traits we find most appealing in this culture are simply not being encouraged in our personal relations. Although few if any of us were raised in this way, it does not prevent a submissive from obtaining a suitable level of skill and expertise in her own practices. Perhaps we have neglected to recognize the treasures we have sitting quietly in our own back yard.

porcelaine

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ORIGINAL: Emperor1956

In fact, the movie was widely disdained in Japan, and even drew protests from modern working Geisha. 

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ORIGINAL: ownedgirlie

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ORIGINAL: Emperor1956

In fact, the movie was widely disdained in Japan, and even drew protests from modern working Geisha. 

It was my understanding due to the hoards of movie articles that came out at the time of its release, that the movie was widely protested in Japan for being cast with Chinese actresses, rather than Japanese. 

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ORIGINAL: ownedgirlie

It was my understanding due to the hoards of movie articles that came out at the time of its release, that the movie was widely protested in Japan for being cast with Chinese actresses, rather than Japanese.