I wouldn't say no to a maiko, but I had imagined a full-fledged geisha. It's up to you though. You can also add a supporting character by giving your geisha a maiko.
(sorry for the question spam) would it be alright if I had my character be on holiday from Kyoto and then got trapped because of the siege? Given that the village is small I don't think they have establishments where geisha work...though I could be wrong.
also: edit, I was thinking Obon would be a good holiday for a reason to return to her hometown but also it's in either July or August so I'm not sure if it'll fit the SB...maybe I"m overthinking LOL
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