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Tsukimi Ozashiki
Okaasan Geiko Kikutsuru playing theshamisen Just last week, under the soft glow of the harvest moon (Otsukimi), Kyoto’s Kagai sim hosted an enchanting ozashiki banquet. Maiko Kikushino and Geiko...
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Important news!
Great news! Maiko Kikushino of Hanafusa Okiya is now wearing the elegant Yakko Shimada hairstyle. This is a significant step that hints at an upcoming Erikae celebration, where she will be transforming...
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🌿 Ozashiki by the Kamogawa in June 🌿
In the warmth of early summer, an ozashiki was held at a charming tea house with a platform overlooking the Kamogawa River. The gentle breeze and the soothing sound of the flowing water created the...
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🎉 Happy Birthday, Second Life! 🎉
🌟 LONG LIVE SECOND LIFE! 🌟Today, we celebrate not just another year of this incredible virtual world, but the countless stories, friendships, and creativity it has inspired. From cherished memories to...
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Beer Garder is back! 🍺
Summer in Kyoto Kagai sim means one thing—Beer Garden season is back! 🌿✨ At Kyoto Kagai sim, guests can enjoy refreshing drinks and delicious bites in a laid-back, festive atmosphere.Adding to the...
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Yukatakai 2024 is coming soon!
Dear friends and patrons, great news! In just a few days, the highly anticipated Yukatakai (Summer Dances) will take place in Kyoto Kagai Sim! This vibrant event brings together the grace and beauty of...
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July Tanabata Picnic at Kyoto Kagai sim!
An unforgettable time at the July Tanabata Picnic! Geiko and Maiko from Hanafusa Okiya entertained our lovely guests and patrons, sharing good food, laughter, and the magic of Tanabata—a festival where...
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Gion Matsuri!
Dear Readers of the Hanafusa Okiya Blog,As part of the vibrant Kyoto Kagai community, our sim and its Maiko and Geiko members are honored to participate in the magical celebrations of the Gion Matsuri...
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🌸 Yukatakai Was a Success! 🌸
Thank you so much for all your support during this year’s Yukatakai! It was an unforgettable night, filled with beautiful performances, stunning yukata, and the elegance of Maiko and Geiko from...
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A Summers day by the Kamogawa
Spending a summer day by the Kamogawa River in Kyoto Kagai sim is pure magic. The sun’s warmth on your skin, the cool breeze brushing through the trees, and the calming sound of the water flowing...
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Collecting Goshuin with the Hanafusa Family – Summer of 202
This summer, the Hanafusa family—Geiko Kiktsuru, Geiko Kikumaru, Maiko Kikushino, and Maiko Kikuyae—took part in a special journey through Second Life, collecting Goshuin from the SL's most sacred...
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🍁 Mizuekai 2024 is coming soon! 🍁
Dear guests and patrons,Kyoto Kagai Sim is proud to present annual Autumn performance - Mizuekai. This popular six scenes odori, performed by members of Komayaka and Hanafusa okiyas, is not only...
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🍁 Mizuekai Was a Success! 🍁
A huge thank you to everyone who supported Mizuekai! The event was a beautiful celebration of Kyoto’s tradition, with stunning performances that captivated all. We couldn’t have done it without your...
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Maiko Kikushino is now wearing Sakkou!
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...
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Gion Kouta festival (2024)
The Gion Kouta Festival is a beloved event that honors the iconic Gion Kouta song, a symbol of Gion's rich cultural heritage. During the festival, Maiko and Geiko place flowers in front of the Gion...
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Shikomi Shion
Shikomi Shion of Hanafusa okiya ︵‿︵‿︵‿︵（🪻）‿︵‿︵‿︵‿ Watashi no namae wa Shion desu. My name is Shion. ︵‿︵‿︵‿︵（🪻）‿︵‿︵‿︵‿Born in Kobe, Shion was involved in the performing...
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Shikomi Amai
Shikomi Amai ══.💮.︎Watashi no namae wa Amai desu.💮︎.══My father, Hiroshi Yamamoto, owns a traditional onsen nestled in the peaceful mountains of Hakone. Growing up, I often watched him maintain the...
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Erikae of Kikushino (Sat. Nov. 30th - 8 am SLT)
¸.•*¨*`•.¸Geiko Announcement¸.•*¨*`•.¸As November comes to a close, we are thrilled to invite you to a momentous occasion — the Official Geiko Debut of Kikushino from Hanafusa Okiya! After more than...
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🌸 Congratulations to Kikushino-san from Hanafusa Okiya on Becoming a Geiko! 🌸
🎉 A heartfelt congratulations to Kikushino-san from Hanafusa Okiya on officially becoming a Geiko! 🎉Her Erikae ceremony, marking the transition from Maiko to Geiko, is a significant milestone in her...
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Happy New Year from Hanafusa Okiya!
As we enter 2025, we want to thank each and every one of you for your ongoing support. Your deep appreciation for Kyoto’s rich traditions and the culture of the Kagai means the world to us.This new...
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We’re thrilled to share that two amazing shikomi-san have begun their apprenticeship at Hanafusa Okiya! Plus, there's also a new shikomi-san at Komayaka Okiya! If you've ever dreamed of becoming a...
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🌟 Limited Time Event: The Goshyuin Project 2025 🌟
Poster by Sakka FlowThe Goshyuin Project is back, and we're thrilled to announce that Kyoto Kagai is once again participating in this amazing event, represented by Yasaka Jinja—the heart and soul of...
View ArticleShigyoshiki Opening Ceremony Sat, Jan 11th @ 9 am SLT
Dear friends & honored patrons,Please join the geiko and maiko of Kyoto sim, Miyagawacho Hanamachi, Saturday, Jan 11th, at 9 am SLT, for our annual vows and awards ceremony recognizing the hard...
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