Autumn Leaves Season: Wedding Photo Ideas for Traditional Japanese Attire Pre-Shoot

The Joys of Autumn Pre-wedding Photography: Autumn Leaves ♡

Brides planning to have a traditional Japanese attire pre-wedding shoot from September to November—have you started thinking about what kind of photos you want to take? ♡

When it comes to the joys of autumn pre-wedding photography, it's the beautiful red and yellow leaves. It will create a charming wedding photo that embodies the essence of Japan.

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Just taking classic poses with the autumn leaves in the background is, of course, lovely...

But since it's a special season, you'd want to try for unique shots that can only be captured during the fall, right? ♡

In this article, we’ll introduce some wonderful shots you can aim for during your autumn location pre-wedding photoshoot.

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The first shot we recommend is a natural wedding photo with dappled sunlight falling on your faces ♡

In regular location photos, you usually take a step back from the trees to avoid shadows on your faces, but being surrounded by the brilliant fall foliage adds a wonderful atmosphere＊

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A distant shot featuring the autumn leaves should also definitely be captured. It creates a charming wedding photo where the couple stands amidst beautiful foliage.

By adding text over the leaves, you could also use it for DIY welcome boards, videos, and paper items♩

A shot of the couple standing between a ginkgo tree is also beautiful.

The contrast between the ginkgo's yellow and the red and white of the traditional umbrella is stunning ♡

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For close-up shots of your hands, we recommend using maple or ginkgo leaves as props ♡

Placing your wedding rings or engagement rings on the leaves also looks stylish.

It would also be lovely to hold the couple's protective charms inspired by the traditional white wedding kimono and hakama in your palms.

This is a unique hand shot perfect for an autumn traditional Japanese attire pre-wedding session ♡

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There are other ideas for using the red leaves as props＊

Here, the couple each holds a leaf to cover their mouths in the wedding photo. The focus is on the leaves, with the couple’s figures blurred, which is the key point.

Another pose is holding a single leaf together, with their foreheads gently touching—very romantic ♡

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There’s also the idea of writing text on the leaves! You could use your favorite English phrases or hold leaves that say “Groom” and “Bride.”

On the day of the shoot, make sure to bring a fat-tipped permanent marker that isn’t too thin! ♡

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Scatter the many fallen leaves on the ground as if creating a flower shower! ♡

It will capture the innocent smiles of both individuals having fun like children.

Aside from the classic shots in formal attire, let’s also capture some casual photographs like this♩

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Lastly, we’ll introduce a close-up shot of your feet. Include the fallen autumn leaves to create a seasonal image.

Let's find spots where the leaves have gathered♩

Enjoy Your Autumn Traditional Japanese Attire Pre-wedding Session! ♡

Here, we’ve shared some photography ideas for your traditional Japanese attire pre-wedding shoot during the autumn leaves season.

Beautiful autumn leaves serve as a natural photo booth and props.

Make sure to take a lot of charming wedding photos that embody the autumn spirit!

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