A 16 year old maiko (trainee geisha) in full traditional costume, working in the hospitality and entertainment industry in modern day Kyoto, Japan

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Size: 4000px × 3000px
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Photo credit: © Kay Ringwood / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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