"...But, they're a good person." A Heartfelt Moment: A CM Depicting the Bride's Emotions During the Exchange of Vows Starring Haruna Kawaguchi ♡
2016.11.21 published
The most exhilarating moment during the ceremony: the vows.
The wedding vows that begin with "In sickness and in health..." are an important ritual where the couple pledges to love and support each other through thick and thin as they embark on a long life together.
What feelings arise during the moment of the "vows"? This time, we introduce a commercial featuring Haruna Kawaguchi that captures this scene of "vows."*
[Summary so far] A couple filled with anxiety and hope: Haruna Kawaguchi and "Tetsuya"
The commercial featuring Haruna Kawaguchi is a series depicting the relationship between her and actor Tetsuya Sugaya, who plays "Tetsuya." Previously aired content includes a failed confession during a drive date and the revelation of his mommy issues during a café date.*
The relationship between Kawaguchi and Tetsuya is full of anxiety and hope. But finally, this time, the two are heading towards marriage!♡
[Scene 1] In the midst of the wedding ceremony in a chapel*
In a solemn atmosphere, the wedding ceremony of Haruna Kawaguchi and Tetsuya is taking place in a bright chapel. The off-shoulder sleeve wedding dress looks absolutely stunning on her!♡
[Scene 2] Tetsuya is extremely nervous*
Tetsuya appears to be quite tense. When the priest asks, "Do you take this person to be your lawfully wedded spouse?" he answers hesitantly, "I-I do."
[Scene 3] Haruna Kawaguchi reflects on their past while gazing at Tetsuya*
True to the commercial's concept of "The future is filled with hope and anxiety," Kawaguchi remembers their past together, wearing a serious expression.
[Scene 4] At that moment, a devil appears!!
Just as Kawaguchi is about to say her vows, time freezes and a devil appears. This represents the anxiety and inner conflict within her.*
[Scene 5] The devil lists Tetsuya's flaws*
The devil goes on to point out Tetsuya's weaknesses: "You're unreliable, huh? You can't drive well, and you have bedhead! Haha." The devil's criticisms leave Kawaguchi speechless...
[Scene 6] Tetsuya isn't funny either...
Influenced by the devil, Kawaguchi joins in with, "You're not even that funny..." Her feelings of anxiety and conflict grow stronger. Should she really make vows of marriage with this person...!?
[Scene 7] But...
Despite the devil's cruel reminders of Tetsuya's flaws, as she gazes at Tetsuya in front of her, Kawaguchi comes to a conclusion.
[Scene 8] "He's a good person."
In front of her stands Tetsuya, shedding tears with the happiest expression in the world. Seeing him, Kawaguchi tells the devil, "...he's a good person."
[Scene 9] What conclusion did Haruna Kawaguchi come to...?
Determined to live her life with Tetsuya, Kawaguchi exclaims, "I do!!!" Her expression is free of doubt and conflict.♡
[Scene 10] The future is filled with hope and anxiety*
Watching Kawaguchi's decisive moment, the devil disappears, looking satisfied.* Perhaps the devil appeared to prompt her to reaffirm her feelings for Tetsuya before the vows.♡
How do you feel when you express your vows?♡
The couple has experienced laughter and fights on their journey to marriage. In the scene of the wedding vows, various feelings may well up, just like in Haruna Kawaguchi's case in this commercial.*
This commercial makes one reconsider, "Why did I choose him?" and "What makes me want to be happy with him despite his flaws?"♡ Be sure to check out the CM video!*
➡ Watch the 30-second long version of the CM here!♡