"Understanding the Meaning: Do You Know the Origin of [Good Luck Charms] Found in Small Gifts and Favors?"

2016.10.25 published

Did you know the origin of [Lucky Goods] that you want to give to your guests at a wedding?

At weddings, items such as [Bonito Flakes], [Kompeito], [Baumkuchen], and [Spoons] are commonly used as lucky goods for gifts and small gifts.

Do you know the origins of these lucky items? Knowing the meanings of the chosen items can make the selection process even more enjoyable. Let's introduce the meanings of these lucky goods.

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Did you know this meaning? / The origin of the Bonito Flakes used in weddings

A staple lucky item included in wedding gifts is [Bonito Flakes]. Bonito flakes come from the fusion of "male flakes" and "female flakes," symbolizing "a couple."

Additionally, Bonito Flakes can be read as [Victory Man Samurai], and since they were rewards for samurai, they are considered auspicious. From a male perspective, you might want to choose Bonito Flakes as a wedding gift!

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Did you know this meaning? / The origin of Kombu used in weddings

Kombu is often used for celebrations because it sounds like [Yorokobu = rejoice]. It is also included in traditional New Year's dishes, making it familiar. This origin is perfect for weddings, as it pleases relatives and older guests.

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Did you know this meaning? / The origin of Udon used in weddings

Udon is long and thick, symbolizing the meaning of "the bond between the couple and guests being long and thick." Nowadays, there are red and white udon noodles for gifts and small presents, making it a stylish choice.

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Did you know this meaning? / The origin of Baumkuchen used in weddings

Baumkuchen, which is very popular as a wedding sweet, resembles the rings of a tree, symbolizing "like the rings of a tree, may the couple grow older together year by year." This romantic and delicious cake is indeed very popular.

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Did you know this meaning? / The origin of Spoons used in weddings

Spoons are also popular items for small gifts at weddings. A spoon has a cute meaning of "scooping happiness." Sets of small tea spoons or small spoons that come with muddler sticks are particularly popular.

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Did you know this meaning? / The origin of Kompeito used in weddings

The small and colorful Kompeito requires a lot of effort to make over many days. Because it takes time and care to create, it symbolizes "from small things, the couple will build a new home together."

Kompeito is also used in royal weddings, so it is considered very auspicious.

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Check the [Meanings] of Lucky Goods and choose your gifts and small presents!

How did you find the origins of lucky goods used in weddings? There may have been familiar origins and some new ones you heard for the first time!

Be sure to check the meanings and origins of the wedding gifts and small presents, and make your selections.

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