Dimensions: 10.3 x 14.7 cm. (4 x 5.7″)

Publisher/Editor: Nippon Beauty Card Center (NBC) Inc., Japan

Condition: Postally unused, backside empty. Good condition with some signs of age.

Notes: A maiko is an apprentice geisha in Kyoto and Western Japan. Their jobs consist of performing songs, dances, and playing the shamisen or other traditional Japanese instruments for visitors during banquets and parties, known as ozashiki.

The kimono is a traditional Japanese garment and the national dress of Japan. The kimono is a wrapped-front garment with square sleeves and a rectangular body, and is worn left side wrapped over right, unless the wearer is deceased. The kimono is traditionally worn with a broad sash, called an obi, and is commonly worn with accessories such as zōri sandals and tabi socks. (Wikipedia)