Have You Heard of the "Yui Himo Ceremony" at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine? Where Red Threads Are Tied Instead of Exchanging Rings! ♡

Do you believe in the "red thread of fate"? ♡

Suddenly, do you all believe in the existence of the 'red thread of fate'? The connection of the little fingers of destined partners tied by a "red thread," as told in Japanese folklore since ancient times. It's a very romantic legend, isn't it?＊

Did you know there is a ritual for exchanging this red thread?＊

Exchanging the Red Thread in the "Yui Himo Ceremony" ♡

The "Yui Himo Ceremony" is a ritual where, instead of exchanging rings as in a traditional wedding, a red "yui himo" made from Mizuhiki is tied to each other's left little finger.

This ritual originally started at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine＊

The "Yui Himo Ceremony" was uniquely created at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, which is also famous as a matchmaking shrine. It symbolizes the bond with a loved one represented by the red "yui himo" ♡

Even though it cannot be seen, it confirms the connection of the red thread of fate with a loved one. This ritual is based on the Japanese spirit that values connections between people and families＊

A very unique wedding style ♡

Such a romantic and Japanese wedding vow, the "Yui Himo Ceremony," is quite rare, isn't it?＊ It's no wonder that similar rituals may exist at other shrines, but the formal one can only be performed at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine ♩

The scene of exchanging the red thread in formal attire and a white kimono is incredibly mystical and breathtakingly beautiful＊ It's a ritual that I would highly recommend for couples considering a traditional Japanese wedding♡

Two "Yui Himo" to cherish forever ♡

At Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, the shrine maidens handcraft each "yui himo" with care, tailored to the thickness of each couple's little finger＊ After the ceremony, they are placed in a paulownia box ♡

When you bring it home, you would want to cherish it carefully ♩ It might be nice to display it beautifully too＊

Tying the knot of eternal love ♡

I introduced you to the ritual 'Yui Himo Ceremony' as an alternative to ring exchange ♩ How romantic it is to tie the red thread together, right? ♡

For brides considering a traditional Japanese wedding, how about referencing the 'Yui Himo Ceremony'?＊

➡ Here is the homepage of Hikawa Shrine＊