✨Traditional Japanese Wedding✨ by Nob Miyake
A Shinto wedding ceremony is a traditional Japanese ceremony held at a shrine or temple.
To have a wedding at a shrine is to express gratitude for one’s life, the people who have supported the couple, and the serendipitous bond that brought them together. Before the eyes of the gods, they vow “eternal love” and declare their intention to journey through life together.
The highlight of the ceremony is undoubtedly the attire. The bride typically wears a shiro-muku (white kimono) and an uchikake.
🔹Shiro-muku, dating back to the Muromachi period (1333-1573), symbolizes purity and the bride’s assimilation into her new family’s traditions. It originated from samurai families, who believed wearing white would ward off evil spirits and ensure a sacred ceremony.
🔹Uchikake, worn over a kosode, is a luxurious garment that adds grandeur to the ceremony.
Recently, Japanese weddings have attracted not only locals but also many foreigners keen on experiencing this unique cultural tradition❗️
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