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Hassaku 2018
from left to right: Maiko Kikushino(pink), Maiko Kikumaru(beige), Maiko Kikumaru(blue) and Maiko Kikune(green)1st of August is always one of the most busy and important days for Hanafusa okiya members...
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August Kitsuke
This month members of Hanafusa okiya took a photo shot near one of the most popular yet hidden spots at Kyoto Kagai sim. This is a small Tatsumi shrine, which is a replica of a RL shine and street of...
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What can be better than an event where you can play games, win different prizes, eat delicious fatty and sweet stall foods, dance an ancient dance and when night comes gather with friends and tell...
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Celebrating Tanabata 2018
One of my favorite celebrations with a wonderful story background and traditions. It celebrates the meeting of the deities lovers, Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the stars Vega and Altair...
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Yukatakai at Miyagawacho Kaburenjo
On Saturday 25th of August Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa okiya will perform in the Summer odori - Yukata KaiYou are welcome to come enjoy this 4 act performance.Time of arrival: 10.55 am sltTime odori...
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Yukatakai 2018
Last week Miyagawacho Kaburenjo held odori, know as Yukatakai. For those who do not know, this is annual event, in which maiko and geiko of Kyoto kagai sim participate in. During it, guests and patrons...
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September Kitsuke
This month is very special for Hanafusa okiya, for Kyoto Kagai and for Second life Karyukai in total. In past years we have seen many young women debut as maiko but there has been no erikae for almost...
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Have you ever dreamt of becoming a maiko?
from left to right: Maiko Kikushino(pink), Maiko Kikumaru(beige), Maiko Kikutsuru(blue) and Maiko Kikune(green)If yes, than Hanafusa okiya is for you:)You will be provided with a near real life course...
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!Erikae of Maiko Kikutsuru! !Important Announcement!
Maiko Kikutsuru in her formal Sakkou attireDear patrons and friends of the Kyoto Kagai sim,this announcement is to signify that all Erikae celebrations will have its peak in October, as than Kikutsuru...
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Evening ozashiki in Hanahusa ochaya
Saturday ozashiki in Hanahusa ochayaAutumn! Finally Autumn! No more t-shirts and yukata, but sweaters and komons with waterproof haori. Yet no matter the weather, Maiko of Hanafusa okiya continue to...
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Saturday Erikae celebrations in Hanahusa ochaya
Dear guests, patrons and readers of my blog,Please send your greetings and good luck wishes to Kikutsuru san, as she is soon to become geiko. The event will take place this month, from 11th will 14th....
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October Kitsuke
Busy, busy October...This year October seems to has transformed members of Hanafusa okiya into busy postal pigeons. Preparations for erikae of Maiko Kikutsuru, weekly ozashiki as well as lessons,...
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Mizuekai 2018 coming soon!
Dear guests and readers of my blog,Hanafusa Okiya is proud to present their annual Autumn performance. This very popular six scenes event will not only display eloquent, authentic kyo mai dances and...
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Seasonal kanzashi - Momiji (November)
Photo taken at Kyoto Kagai simhttp://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/147/160/31by Maiko Kikumaru(belliebeth)What first come to mind when we think of Autumn? Of course, the beautiful red, orange...
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Going autumn viewing? Dont forget to take an umbrella
Photo taken at Kyoto Kagai simhttp://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Kyoto/147/160/31by Maiko Kikumaru(belliebeth)The time has come for Autumn viewing! But what if you go and it starts to rain?No need...
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Odori no Aki
The Confederation of Democratic Simulators (CDS) invites you to Odori No Aki performed by the Maiko and Geiko of Hanafusa OkiyaDate&Time: November 11 from 12-1pmThe C.D.S. Ampitheatre in Colonia...
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Photos from the Odori no Aki
Dear friends, We would like to thank everyone who came, we hope that you have enjoyed the perfomrance as much as we did. Hope to see you soon ^^Your's faithfully,Hanafusa okiya
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November Kitsuke
Geiko KikuyuFor November, okaasan has decided to wear solid purple trailing kimono. This color is considered chic and very seasonally appropriate for autumn. During Nara and Heian period this color was...
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December Kitsuke
Dear readers and patrons,This is last kitsuke post in 2018, next one will be in January 2019. Although this has been a hard year, i feel sad that it is ending. I hope that the Christmas Holidays and...
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