- Entertain guests with traditional Japanese arts, such as singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments.
- Engage in polite conversation and provide companionship.
- Serve food and drinks.
- Pour sake.
- Perform the traditional tea ceremony.
- Write calligraphy.
- Arrange flowers.
As modern times have changed the role of geishas, some of the roles they might be associated with today include:
- Acting as "ambassadors" of Japanese culture.
- Performing in public shows and events.
- Teaching traditional Japanese arts.
- Hosting traditional tea ceremonies for special guests.
- Engaging in cultural exchange with people from other countries.