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Japan’s geisha entertainers face uncertain future as Covid-19 pandemic continues | South China Morning Post

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The coronavirus pandemic has dealt a severe blow to Japan’s centuries-old geisha tradition, as the professional entertainers famed for witty conversation, beauty and art skills. While the geisha are beginning to emerge from months of lockdown, they must observe strict social-distancing rules. Covid-19 has only piled…

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