The Resurgence of Shinto Weddings: A Collection of Famous Shrines for a Touching Ceremony ♩
2015.08.05 published
As a Japanese, I want to have a wedding at a shrine ♡
Recently, the number of couples having weddings at shrines has been increasing ♡ That's right ♡ A revival of the Shinto wedding ceremony is currently underway ♩
First, what is a Shinto wedding ceremony? ♡
A Shinto wedding ceremony is a wedding style held at shrines or Shinto halls. It is very solemn, and the atmosphere is dignified, making you instinctively stand up straight ♩
Above all, it is incredibly moving to have a wedding while wearing a traditional white kimono, accompanied by the sound of traditional Japanese music ♡ The groom reading his vows is something that happens only in a Shinto ceremony ♩
Introducing popular shrines in Japan ♩
There are many wonderful and historic shrines in Japan ♡
Today, I will introduce some particularly popular shrines.
\1*Itsukushima Shrine/
Located in Hiroshima's Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine is so famous that there are probably no people in the world who aren't aware of it since it is registered as a World Heritage Site ♩
Itsukushima Shrine does not handle wedding venues or kimono fitting, so it seems that the couple has to prepare everything from scratch ♡
But it is such a great shrine that is even registered as a World Heritage Site! Preparing for this is not a burden, right? ♡
On the day of the wedding, when you see Itsukushima Shrine from the shrine hall, it's so moving that tears may flow ♡
During low tide, it seems you can walk to the shrine! A wedding photo taken with Itsukushima Shrine as the background will surely become an unforgettable memory for a lifetime ♡
\2*Heian Shrine/
Heian Shrine in Kyoto is also a very famous shrine. Its long history and charming atmosphere attract attention from around the world ♩
In particular, a Shinto ceremony at the beautifully vermilion-colored main shrine is overwhelmingly beautiful ♩
In addition to the traditional white kimono, it seems that you can also wear a dress at the reception venue, which is very pleasing for brides ♡
Furthermore, Heian Shrine's wedding cuisine is said to be incredibly delicious ♩ Dishes crafted with seasonal ingredients are sure to please the eyes and taste buds of the guests ♡
Meiji Shrine in Shibuya, Tokyo has an aura that feels as dignified and unique as if it were in an ancient setting ♩ It is the most famous shrine in the Kanto region ♡
A wedding at the grand and lush Meiji Shrine provides a magnificent stage that will help the couple take their first step towards becoming a great married couple ♡
You can reserve plans for just the ceremony or with a reception, so Meiji Shrine can accommodate your ideal wedding plan ♡
Every year on your wedding anniversary, I want to visit Meiji Shrine to celebrate and grow old together ♡
A Shinto wedding ceremony for you too ♡
Did any of the shrines catch your interest? As a Japanese, you should definitely try a Shinto wedding ceremony ♡