Gender Feminine
Usage Japanese
Meaning & History
Hinazuru was the geimei of a former Maiko (apprentice Geisha) who recently quit. When a girl because a Maiko, she takes a professional name called a geimei. This is similar to a stage name, except a Geisha's geimei is chosen for her. These names are flamboyant and antiquated, and often have the feel of the 1700's and 1800's.