"Learn from the 2019 New Year's Cards: A Collection of Kimono Pre-shoot Photo Poses for Next Year's New Year Cards*"

I Want to Use a 《Pre-Wedding Photo in Traditional Japanese Attire》 for My New Year's Card ♡

Using a photo from the pre-wedding shoot in traditional attire for the New Year's card is popular for couples the year after their wedding ♩

You want to greet the New Year and announce your marriage with a favorite shot of you both dressed in beautiful traditional wedding attire.

In this article, we will introduce some pre-wedding traditional attire photos to consider for your New Year’s card.

It might be a bit early, but it's wise to imagine poses and designs before your traditional attire photo shoot ♡

Brides who are doing a pre-wedding shoot and wedding in 2019 should take note ♩

Photo Pose #1 for a New Year's Card

A pre-wedding photo of the bride and groom holding a thick card that says "2019" with smiles on their faces.

The playful atmosphere really suits them, doesn’t it?

For this year's pre-wedding shoot, we want to prepare a card that says "2020"!

Photo Pose #2 for a New Year's Card

The classic seated pose in traditional attire is the number one choice for New Year’s card photos!

If captured from a distance and some space is created at the top, you can add text like this.

Adding traditional umbrellas on both sides enhances the festive atmosphere ♡

Photo Pose #3 for a New Year's Card

Even with the same seated shot, the atmosphere changes if you lower your gaze instead of looking at the camera. By bowing deeply, you can convey gratitude to those receiving the New Year’s card ♡

This pose is also recommended for brides and grooms who feel a bit shy about facing the camera.

Photo Pose #4 for a New Year's Card

If you're planning a location shoot in a bamboo grove or garden, a distant shot that highlights the greenery is recommended.

A traditional photo that looks like a poster becomes a very stylish New Year’s card just by adding text.

As it's said, "Fuji, hawks, eggplants" are auspicious motifs, having a pre-wedding shoot with Mount Fuji is also recommended ♡

If you received a New Year card like this, you would want to display it for a while.

Photo Pose #5 for a New Year's Card

A simple full-body photo of the pre-wedding shoot taken from a distance. The text "HAPPY NEW YEAR" is vertically written in the sky area.

The mature and sophisticated atmosphere is wonderful, isn’t it? The letter "A" in a vibrant red color, matching the wedding kimono, shows great taste ♡

Photo Pose #6 for a New Year's Card

A pre-wedding photo holding garlands with phrases like "HAPPY NEW YEAR," "Happy New Year greetings," or "Best wishes for the New Year" is a classic.

The key point in this photo is the colorful origami cranes decorating the surroundings ♡

It’s so vibrant that there’s no need for additional designs.

Photo Pose #7 for a New Year's Card

Finally, we introduce a pre-wedding photo that utilizes perspective.

A calligraphy artwork saying "Happy New Year" is placed in the foreground, while the seated bride and groom gaze at each other in the background.

The indirect view adds a touch of modesty, doesn’t it?

What Kind of New Year’s Card Should We Create in 2020? ♡

Have you imagined what kind of photo poses to use for the New Year’s card you will send a year later? ♡

Since you'll send it to those who couldn’t attend the wedding, choosing a favorite shot is essential for creating a wonderful New Year’s card.

Before the actual shoot in traditional attire, let’s list out what kind of poses we should capture ♡