5 Common Episodes of "Classmate Weddings" That Feel Like a Shoujo Manga Encountered in Elementary, Middle, and High School!
2017.02.19 published
Classmate Marriage Couples, Gather Hereーーー♡
Where did you have your fateful encounter with your beloved husband???
It may be different for everyone, whether it was at work, through friends, or in a university club, but there are surprisingly many 'classmate marriage couples' who met in elementary, middle, or high school♡
Classmate marriage couples refer to those newlyweds who have been together since their student days and made it to the altar, or those who met again at a reunion at their alma mater and fell in love*
Many Celebrities are Classmate Couples♡
It feels like something out of a shoujo manga and is wonderful! There’s a feeling of being devoted to each other that many admire about 'classmate marriage couples', and surprisingly, there are many celebrities that you know who fit this description♡
For example, on a global scale, Prince William and Catherine of the British royal family met as classmates at university♡
In Japan, there are soccer player Atsuto Uchida, figure skater Nobunari Oda, and talent Nana Suzuki, among others*
Now, let’s introduce some common experiences of classmate couples who were destined to be together since their school days!
Classmate Marriage Common Experience ① The Wedding Guests are Mostly Familiar Faces*
When a classmate couple holds their wedding, it’s often the case that the guests, both on the groom's and bride's sides, are all familiar faces♡
It often creates a cheerful atmosphere resembling a mini reunion, making the wedding a more joyful occasion*
Classmate Marriage Common Experience ② It's Easy to Return Home Because You're from the Same Area♡
This may not apply if you met in university, but for couples who went to elementary, middle, or high school together, their hometowns are likely to be close to each other♡
Therefore, it’s a wonderful point that traveling home doesn’t require much time or expense♩ It’s also said that the parents might become friends too♡
Classmate Marriage Common Experience ③ You Can Take Pre-wedding Photos at Your Alma Mater*
A fun activity for classmate marriage couples is to do 'pre-wedding photos' at their alma mater♡
This is something that can only be done if your school is the same* In other words, it’s a privilege of classmate couples♩
The charm of taking wedding photos at the school where you spent your youthful days is simply irresistible♡
Classmate Marriage Common Experience ④ There are Lots of Nostalgic Stories♡
Classmate marriage couples have a longer history of knowing each other, which means they have more cherished memories♡
Fun reminiscing, like “I wonder how that teacher is doing,” or “I liked you back then,” fills the air with nostalgic and slightly embarrassing youthful stories, making it all the more enjoyable♩
Also, since there are many mutual friends, being able to attend reunions together is wonderful too♡
Classmate Marriage Common Experience ⑤ There is Trust and Security!
Finally, it’s particularly noteworthy that classmate couples usually have a deep sense of trust and security♡
Knowing each other's genuine selves and social circles from student days allows them to be open without feeling the need to put on airs!
Additionally, having similar backgrounds means their values, personalities, and ways of thinking tend to align well—this is another highlight of classmate marriage*
Classmate Marriage Common Experiences are All Wonderful Stories♡
How was it? ♡ Even among classmate marriage couples, there are those who have dated for many years before finally getting married, and those who fell in love again at reunions—each with their unique stories*
However, one thing in common is that classmate marriage provides a sense of security and a strong bond because they understand each other's student days, which I think is really charming♡
To all the classmate marriage couples, wishing you eternal happiness...*