geisha teahouse; establishment with geisha entertainment
A traditional Japanese establishment where patrons are entertained by geisha, often involving food, drink, and performances.
In Kyoto's geisha districts, teahouses still line the streets.
Talking with a geisha at a teahouse is a very elegant experience.
お茶屋 is the polite form of 茶屋, and in Kyoto specifically denotes a geisha teahouse rather than a plain tea-serving spot.
From お (honorific prefix) + 茶屋 (teahouse). The term specifically refers to a teahouse where geisha entertain, distinct from a simple tea shop.