Wedding Venue's - Big In Japan

18 May 2006

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Big in Japan

If you’re looking for an unusual theme to your wedding, with and eastern twist, how about looking to Japan for your inspiration?

Red is the traditional colour of the Luck and fortune in Japan, as in many other far eastern countries, so many Japanese bride incorporate a little red into their outfits for the day. The traditional dress for the ceremony would be a White Kimono, to symbolise Purity. She’ll then chance a couple of times through the reception, into another wedding dress and a couple of party dresses. Her hair would be styled in a traditional, and simple manner, and decorated with stunning ornaments and combs, and covered with a hood, to show the bride’s obedience. The ceremony is a private affair, with only the bride, groom and their immediate families in attendance. Traditionally, it’s held in a Shinto shrine, but just as is the trend in western countries, many couples opt to hold the ceremony in the hotel where the rest of the celebrations take place, and their ceremony venue doesn’t necessarly match their religion. Once the couple have been blessed and said their vows, they will drink Sake, exchanging cups nine times to synbolise their union.

Once the ceremony is over, the couple welcome their guests to the reception. One popular tradition is the lighting of the candles, where the Bride and Groom light the candles on their guests tables.

A subtle Japanese look for your wedding is easy to pull together without going over the top, if you consider the accessories for the day, you don’t have to go all out and demand that everyone wears a silk Kimono.

Use fans, instead of boquets for the Bridesmaids. Not only are they cheaper than the traditional English boquet, but they’re extremely practical if you’re planning you nuptials in the height of summer, to keep the heat at bay. If you’re having a flower girl, let her carry a pretty parasol, instead of the kissing ball.

For the reception, look for colourful paper lanterns, to hang around the reception area, instead of candles, and use Bamboo or even Bonsai trees for the table centres.

Whatever the theme you choose, remember to bring your own style into it, too. If you want Japanese, but red really isn’t your colour, don’t use it!

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