At this point, it has become a personal choice for young women to pursue the traditional profession of becoming a geisha. However, these women generally begin their apprenticeships after completing their primary and secondary education and after also completing their post-secondary education. Modern-day geishas can still be found throughout Japan, usually in traditional homes called ochaya, until they manage to become independent in their careers. These houses are most often found in “flower towns” known as hanamachis. (Graham, 2006)Ichiriki Chaya is one of the most famous teahouses where geishas perform. This teahouse is one of the most exclusive and expensive ochayas in Kyoto, still open and operating today. However, this tea room is by invitation only. “Most customers are male, in many cases their connection to the Ichiriki is through their business, but female customers are not unusual and have been for over 100 years.” (Kojiki,