Recommended Music for Traditional Japanese Weddings: A Special Feature on Studio Ghibli BGM for Your Reception ♩

2016.01.06 published

*To Brides Considering a Japanese Wedding*

For brides thinking about wearing a colorful uchikake or a white shiro-muku at the reception: Have you already decided on the BGM to play at the venue? Unlike a regular wedding reception, a Japanese wedding has a solemn and formal atmosphere, so simply choosing popular upbeat songs might not fit well with the traditional attire...

m.the-wedding.jp

Ghibli Music is Perfect for Japanese Weddings! Recommended BGM Feature ♩

We have a solution to this dilemma! Music from Ghibli, which is loved by everyone and well-known, fits perfectly with a Japanese-style wedding! Here are 7 songs from Ghibli that embody a Japanese aesthetic ♡

marry-xoxo.com

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ① "Carrying You"

A somewhat bittersweet and sentimental piece, this is the representative BGM from "Castle in the Sky". Playing this song during emotional moments, such as when reading the bride's letter towards the end of the reception, is sure to create a touching moment ♩

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ② "Country Roads"

"Country Roads," the theme song from the青春映画 "Whisper of the Heart" ♩ is a great reminder of sweet but slightly sour memories of youth. It may spark lively conversations among the bride, groom, and guests! It would also be nice to play "Country Roads," referencing the path the couple will walk together from now on ♡

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ③ "Always, Always"

The theme song from "Spirited Away," which has gained worldwide popularity and is still loved today, "Always, Always" is also a perfect song for a Japanese wedding ♩ The phrase "[Always, always, let's dream together]" is fitting for the couple starting their new life together ♡

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ④ "If I’m Wrapped in Kindness"

The theme song from "Kiki's Delivery Service," a favorite among girls ♩ Yuming, or Yumi Matsutoya, is also popular with parents' generation ♡ The opening lines, "[When I was small, I believed in God, who mysteriously granted my dreams]" surely refer to the parents who cared for them ♩ This could be a perfect song for the bouquet presentation scene to parents!

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ⑤ "The Promise of the World"

"The Promise of the World," famous from "Howl's Moving Castle," written by Shuntaro Tanikawa, is a beautifully clear song ♩ It might be great to surprise the bride with a special escort by friends or siblings during her outfit change ♡

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ⑥ "Sampo"

A song that every Japanese can hum along to, "Sampo" from "My Neighbor Totoro" ♩ The lyrics "[Let's walk, let's walk ♩]" make it perfectly suited for an entrance carrying traditional Japanese items like a bangasa during the reception ♡ The venue will surely be filled with warm smiles!

Ghibli Japanese Wedding BGM ⑦ "Breeze"

"Breeze," the theme song from "The Cat Returns," is a very pop and bright piece ♩ Choosing it for a fun time during the reception, especially for performances, is a great idea! ♡

Create a Fun Japanese Wedding with Ghibli Music ♡

How does that sound? Ghibli music is filled with famous songs that everyone knows, so it can create a very fun and wonderful reception ♩

s.weddingpark.net

Brides considering a traditional wedding with Japanese attire should definitely think about using Ghibli music ♡

poptasticbride.com