Who Gives What, When? A Comprehensive Guide to Giving Transportation Fees, Thank You Gifts, and Monetary Gifts.

2019.06.26 published

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Thank You Gifts for Weddings

There are several timings to hand out thank you gifts at a wedding, right? ◎ Thank you gifts for friends who helped at the reception, transportation expenses for guests who make speeches, and tips for the staff who assisted on the wedding day, etc.…

While there are various thank you gifts, many brides may not be sure who gives what and when... This time, we will thoroughly explain the thank you gifts to be given at weddings＊

＼When, who, and what to give?／① To friends who helped at the reception

The reception at the wedding is an important role where friends gather a little earlier and take care of money management. Be sure to express your gratitude to friends who helped at your wedding with heartfelt thanks ◎

✓ When to give? ⇒ Before the reception starts

✓ Who gives? ⇒ From the parents of both families

✓ What to give? ⇒ Cash or items worth around 3,000 to 5,000 yen

✓ For thank yous at after parties, there seem to be three major patterns: ① No participation fee ② Participation fee received and thank you gifts (3,000 yen or more) given ③ No participation fee and thank you gifts given

After parties may involve things like taking photos with a Polaroid or distributing quiz cards, unlike the reception. Choose thank you gifts considering the busyness of the reception＊

⇒ A special feature of personalized gifts priced between 3,000 to 5,000 yen that doubles the joy of giving thank you gifts for receptions and speeches by friends♡

For friends who helped at the reception or performed at the after party ♡ If you want to thank them smoothly, 'Starbucks cards' are absolutely recommended ♩

＼When, who, and what to give?／② To bosses or others who gave speeches or toasts

It is usually bosses or mentors who greet on behalf of the guests or raise a toast at the beginning of the reception. Be sure to thank those who made the wedding more lively with respect＊

✓ When to give? ⇒ After the reception, or if you can’t recognize them, before the reception starts when you are seated

✓ Who gives? ⇒ Parents of the person who invited the guests

✓ What to give? ⇒ Cash worth around 10,000 yen

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＼When, who, and what to give?／③ To friends who performed, made speeches, or acted as bridesmaids

Sometimes, the bride and groom ask friends to perform, give speeches, or act as bridesmaids or groomsmen to liven up the wedding. Don’t forget to thank friends who made the wedding beautiful＊

✓ When to give? ⇒ After the reception ends or when seeing them off, or as soon as possible later

✓ Who gives? ⇒ Directly from the bride and groom

✓ What to give? ⇒ Gifts worth around 3,000 yen or more

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＼When, who, and what to give?／④ To friends who made welcome boards or ring pillows

Friends may also make welcome boards or ring pillows for you, right? In such cases, remember to consider the production costs and the time taken when expressing your gratitude ◎

✓ When to give? ⇒ After the reception ends or when seeing them off, or as soon as possible later

✓ Who gives? ⇒ Directly from the bride and groom

✓ What to give? ⇒ Gifts worth around 3,000 yen or more (best to add a little extra to the production cost when giving gifts ◎)

＼When, who, and what to give?／⑤ Tips for the staff

It is also common to express gratitude by giving tips to planners, florists, photographers, or attendants who helped with the wedding. However, some venues may refuse tips or state they are included in the wedding costs, so it’s best to consult with your partner and parents before deciding ♩

✓ When to give? ⇒ Before the wedding starts

✓ Who gives? ⇒ From the bride and groom, or from the parents (hair and makeup artists are usually tipped from the bride’s side)

✓ What to give? ⇒ Cash or gifts worth around 3,000 to 10,000 yen (many people decide based on the degree of service received)

➡ Recommended confectionery gifts in the 3,000 to 4,000 yen range here＊

➡ Lace sable cookies are also recommended♡

Let's ensure we give proper thank you gifts for the wedding, and welcome the day with a positive spirit◎

Have you confirmed when, who, what, and how much for wedding thank you gifts? It’s easy to become hurried and check inadequately as the date approaches, so be sure to consult with your parents ahead of time and prepare well♡