For Japanese Brides: 7 BGM Selections for Traditional Ceremonies like Kagamibiraki and Mizua-Wake

2020.05.23 published

How to Choose BGM for a Traditional Japanese Wedding?

One of the crucial elements during unique “Wakon” ceremonies such as the opening of the sake barrel and the water ceremony is the “BGM”! You want to choose music that fits the traditional wedding vibe but is also modern and stylish instead of outdated.

In this article, we introduce a carefully selected list of BGM suitable for traditional Japanese wedding performances. We've picked many grand melodies that can be used for entrance and re-entrance, so brides planning a traditional wedding can use this as a reference for various scenes.＊

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Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings① Theme Song of "Idaten"

The theme song of the NHK historical drama "Idaten," which aired in 2019♡ This powerful instrumental will beautifully enhance performances like the sake barrel opening.＊

This theme from a historical drama should appeal to older attendees as well!

Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings② "Yasashii Ano Ko" / Spitz

This is the theme song from the 2019 morning drama "Natsuzora." Yuzu’s gentle vocals warmly envelop the venue♡ Since it’s a morning drama song, I believe everyone has heard it at least once♩

Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings③ "Paradise Has No Border" / Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra

"Paradise Has No Border" by the Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra is a fun and stylish song. Although it’s commonly used in ordinary weddings, it seems to fit traditional weddings too＊

Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings④ "Volare" / Gipsy Kings

A well-known commercial song, "Volare" by the Gipsy Kings＊ (It's from a Kirin beer commercial!)

This song evokes images of drinks and is perfect for the lively sake barrel opening! It’s sure to enhance the drinking spirit♡

Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings⑤ "Genki Bushi" / Heisei Tanuki War Ponpoko

The main theme from "Heisei Tanuki War Ponpoko," "Genki Bushi." With the cheerful shout of "Soiya!" it is a lively festival-like song♡

It would also be great as BGM when bringing in the sake barrel for the opening!

Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings⑥ "Luv Letter" / DJ Okawari

"Luv Letter," which begins with beautiful piano melodies. This instrumental track, without vocals, is perfect for subtler performances like the water ceremony♩

Recommended BGM for Traditional Weddings⑦ "Festivo" / Keiichi Suzuki

"Festivo," the music from Takeshi Kitano's film "Zatoichi." This dynamic and powerful track is sure to elevate the atmosphere of your traditional wedding performances♡

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Wishing You a Wonderful Traditional Wedding♡

We’ve introduced BGM that fits traditional wedding performances＊

☑ Sake barrel opening

☑ Water ceremony

☑ Origami crane shower

☑ Cake cutting and first bite

When performing these traditional wedding elements, try to create a cohesive atmosphere by choosing music with a traditional vibe too♡