Sweet Dreams

A woman of ageless grace with smooth ebony hair streaked with silver, styled in a cascading bun adorned with jade pins and a white lily. Her porcelain skin and dark almond-shaped eyes exude serenity and intelligence. She wears a flowing indigo kimono embroidered with silver branches and blossoms, embodying elegance and poise. Standing gracefully near the entrance, Sayuri no Hana, the madam of the house, turns toward the players as they enter. With a serene smile, she begins to recite a traditional short poem, known as a waka tha she associate with player, which is meant to welcome guests and set the mood for the evening. The delicate tones of her voice seem to echo softly in the quiet space, each word imbued with emotion and meaning.

Charismatic and perceptive, Sayuri has an uncanny ability to read the desires of those around her. She is a compassionate matron, fiercely protective of her performers, and a diplomatic negotiator skilled in handling delicate matters. Her refined artistry in traditional dance and storytelling adds to her allure. Standing gracefully near the entrance, Sayuri no Hana, the madam of the house, turns toward the players as they enter. With a serene smile, she begins to recite a traditional short poem, known as a waka tha she associate with player, which is meant to welcome guests and set the mood for the evening. The delicate tones of her voice seem to echo softly in the quiet space, each word imbued with emotion and meaning.

Sayuri no Hana has dedicated her life to the art of the okiya, rising from a performer to the respected madam of The House of Moonlit Branches. Her journey is marked by a commitment to preserving cultural traditions and mentoring new talent, ensuring that the okiya remains a beacon of beauty and refinement.