[Complete Guide] Essential Props to Prepare for Kimono Pre-Shooting＊

2016.11.11 published

Attention, brides-to-be planning a pre-wedding photo shoot in traditional Japanese attire! ♡

Are you ready with your pre-wedding items for your photoshoot in a shiro-muku or a colorful uwatake? ♡ Since a bridal outfit is something you only wear once in a lifetime, if you're going to capture it in photos, you want to prepare thoroughly so that there are no regrets.

@choco_yukamaru

For brides who are thinking, "There are just too many pre-wedding items to prepare, and I don't know which ones I need," or "I have limited time and budget, so I just want to know the essentials," here are 10 popular items for pre-wedding photoshoots in traditional Japanese attire. Feel free to use this as a checklist! ♩

@kh_wedding0224

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #1: "Just Married" Garland

The "JUST MARRIED" garland, which gained popularity from overseas weddings, is now a staple wedding item, right? For a traditional Japanese attire photoshoot, let's bring the Japanese version! ♡ Please fold washi paper or chiyogami into an accordion and decorate with it.

@y.wedding0120

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #2: Red String

The red string that binds you to your destined partner. A DIY red string made with colored cord and wire is a must-have for your photo shoot props! ♡ While the classic "LOVE" design is nice, using a red string with a traditional ribbon will enhance the Japanese ambiance even more. ♡

The design "寿" (kotobuki) for the red string used in traditional attire photoshoots is also popular! ♡ It’s something you can't use with dresses or casual outfits, so it's worth preparing for. ♡

@ma.wedding.report

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #3: Folding Fan Props

Folding fan props are also indispensable items for traditional attire photoshoots. Not only can you hold them, but you can also hide your face or take KISS shots, providing a variety of poses! ♡

@himawari___wedding

Decorate them with flowers or Mizuhiki, or write words like "Husband" or "Wife." ♩ Let's DIY our own folding fan props with our imagination! ♡

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #4: Paper Balloons

Cute little paper balloons are easy to find at a 100-yen shop and are incredibly useful! ♡ You can throw them around and play with your partner, or even just leave them rolling on the floor for a splash of color. ♡

@locomai_wd1008

You can also use them as an accent in the foreground of distant shots. They’re a fantastic item that contributes to photogenic photos!

@y_weddingg

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #5: Traditional Bouquets

Bright, colorful uwatake are beautiful even without holding anything, but if possible, I'd like to hold a bouquet with a design that can only be used with traditional attire! ♡ A "bongon bouquet" made of pompon mums is a must-have item for the bride's solo shots in your photo shoot! ♡

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #6: Initial Objects

Initial objects are a great prop not only for pre-wedding photoshoots in wedding dresses but also an essential decoration item for your venue on the big day. They can also go nicely with traditional attire photoshoots! ♡ If you use a simple design, it will highlight the kimono beautifully! ♩

@ayw.0310

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #7: Japanese-style Photo Props

Get some traditional Japanese-style photo props to make your pictures more adorable! ♡ Common ones include props with words like "Husband" and "Wife."

@hywd_0918

You can also hold a letter of phrases like "Gratitude" one by one! ♡ Since it’s a special moment in traditional attire, let’s enjoy holding hiragana and kanji photo props that are hard to use in dress style! ♡

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #8: Origami Cranes

The intricately folded origami cranes symbolize "Japanese," right? It would be wonderful to have them perched on your palm for some stunning hand shots! ♡

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #9: Calligraphy

Remember the calligraphy practice from elementary or middle school? As adults, we don't often get the chance to write, but this could be a great opportunity with your traditional attire photos! ♡ Let’s write a message you want to convey through calligraphy and use it in the shoot! ♡

@lii_f_715

Phrases like "Happy New Year" or "We Got Married" can also be used for New Year’s photo cards. With traditional hakama and colorful uwatake, it’s also perfect for New Year celebrations, so be sure to give it a try!

Let's get ready! ♡ Pre-wedding item you want for traditional attire photo shoot #10: Sunglasses

Sunglasses are unexpectedly popular for traditional attire photoshoots. They are a trendy way to make your neat traditional attire chic and casual! ♡ Brides who think just standard poses are boring should definitely bring sunglasses along!

Remember these 10 items you want to bring for your traditional attire photo shoot! ♡

Bring these 10 items with you for your traditional attire photo shoot, and you're guaranteed to get beautiful photos! ♡ Prepare with ease so that you have no regrets. May all brides-to-be enjoy a wonderful traditional attire photoshoot! ♡