Random facts!!

1.- For plural, you can say geisha or geishas.
2.- First geisha were actually men!, they were known as "honko".
3-. It was very popular to sell a Maiko's virginity to the highest bidder.
4.- They also spend about 2 hours just to do their makeup, hair, and put on the Kimono
5-. Kimono's are handmade.
6-. They cannot be in a relationship.
7-. Maiko apply sugar water on top of their lips.
8-. One kimono can take as long as 3 years to make.
9-. The white face make up used to be made with lead.
10-. Maiko apply sugar water on top of their lip colouring to give them a shine.

Sources:
- "Geisha | Define Geisha at Dictionary.com." Dictionary.com | Find the Meanings and Definitions of Words at Dictionary.com. Web. 29 Sept. 2011. <http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/geisha>.
- "11 Facts You Never Knew About Geisha." Popular | Environmental Graffiti. Web. 29 Sept. 2011. <http://www.environmentalgraffiti.com/cultures/news-intriguing-lifestyle-geisha-plus-11-facts-about-geisha-you-may-be-unaware>.
- "Random Facts about Geisha « Japan Explained FASAQ." Japan Explained FASAQ. Web. 29 Sept. 2011. <http://japanexplained.wordpress.com/geisha-explained/random-facts-about-geisha/>.