Sharing Happiness with Guests: Do You Know About the Traditional Wedding Event "Okashi Maki"?

Do You Know the Traditional Wedding Custom "Okashi Maki"?

Have you heard of the traditional wedding custom "Okashi Maki"? "Okashi Maki" is when the bride throws sweets from her house balcony or garden to the neighbors before she gets married. In the past, when the bride left her home, neighbors sometimes tried to prevent her from leaving, and as a measure against that, sweets were scattered to gain passage.

It was a way of returning the affection of the neighbors, who didn't want the bride to leave.

It is said that Okashi Maki was once practiced nationwide, but nowadays it primarily takes place in Nagoya.

The "Okashi Maki" by the Newlyweds Looks Fun!

Recently, this Okashi Maki has shifted from the bride leaving her home to being carried out by the newlyweds at the wedding venue. It's almost like the mochi scattering that happens when building a house!

We can see the newlyweds throwing sweets as a "sharing of happiness with guests."

So, what are the charms of Okashi Maki? Let me introduce them!

Wedding Performance: Charm of Okashi Maki ① All Guests Can Participate

The first charm of Okashi Maki is that it allows for a sharing of happiness with all guests.

The Okashi Maki performance has elements similar to bouquet tossing; however, only unmarried women can participate in bouquet tossing. Not all guests can join in.

However, with Okashi Maki, all guests can participate! From company colleagues to friends, grandparents, and even children, everyone can join in!

It’s standard to prepare more sweets than the number of guests to ensure everyone gets some.

Wedding Performance: Charm of Okashi Maki ② Parents Can Participate Too

The second charm of Okashi Maki is that parents can also participate. Typically, parents do not stand in front of guests until the very end of the wedding, but during Okashi Maki, they can take the stage first and greet the guests.

Creating enjoyable memories with parents is another charm! Having fun with Okashi Maki alongside them will undoubtedly create a more intimate ceremony.

Wedding Performance: Charm of Okashi Maki ③ You Can Include Prizes Too

Including prizes in Okashi Maki is also a wonderful element. You can choose special sweets as prizes, and the person who catches those sweets can receive a gift. This adds an extra layer of enjoyment!

Isn't it exciting to enjoy Okashi Maki and also receive a gift? The excitement level and surprise factor are off the charts!

Let’s Liven Up the Wedding with Okashi Maki!

How did you find the traditional event "Okashi Maki"? A performance that all guests can enjoy will surely create a lively atmosphere!

It seems that Okashi Maki often takes place during the welcome party between the ceremony and reception (during bouquet tossing). Please consider incorporating Okashi Maki into your wedding and enjoy it with all your guests!