noun
traditional performing arts; accomplishments
Refers to traditional Japanese performing arts such as shamisen, koto, dance, tea ceremony, etc., often studied as a hobby or cultural pursuit.
祖母は若い頃から芸事をたしなんでいる。
My grandmother has enjoyed traditional performing arts since she was young.
芸事の稽古に通うのは大変だが楽しい。
Going to lessons for traditional arts is tough but enjoyable.
Compound of 芸 (gei, 'art, performance') and 事 (koto, 'thing, matter'). The reading げいごと is a standard combination.