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Meanings
1
Polite term for a traditional Japanese room with tatami mats. Often used in formal or service contexts, such as ryokan or restaurants.
See also: 座敷
We had dinner in the tatami room of the ryokan.
2
geisha party; dinner with geisha entertainment
Refers to a banquet or party held in a tatami room with geisha or maiko attending. Strongly associated with traditional entertainment districts.
See also: 座敷
I'd like to experience a geisha party in Kyoto.
Expressions
- お座敷がかかるbe invited to perform; get a gig