Okobo

Koyoshi had her misedashi, or debut of as a new maiko, in which she wore her most formal kimono and presented herself to the ochaya (tea houses), okiya (geisha houses), and local stores in Gion Kobu (the hanamachi, or geisha district, to which she is attached) to thank everyone for supporting her. During misedashi, a maiko will wear special kanzashi (hair ornaments) made of tortoise shell that is only worn for this special occasion.

Maiko wear a certain kind of shoe called okobo (also known as koppuri or pokkuri in certain dialects). They are about 6in tall, and have a bell in them that jingles whenever the maiko walks.

The crest of her okiya can also be seen on the end of her obi.