Get Everyone Excited! 10 Fun and Unique Alternatives to the Bouquet Toss

Is the "Bouquet Toss" Considerate...?

The "Bouquet Toss" is a performance where the bride tosses her wedding bouquet to unmarried female guests, and whoever catches it receives a present.

It was one of the classic performances at weddings, but recently, some brides choose not to do it.

Among the guests, there may be some who feel, “If possible, I don’t want to participate in the bouquet toss.” On the internet, you can find opinions like, “It's embarrassing to be exposed in front of people,” or “It feels like showing off that I'm single.”

If there are many unmarried women and it seems like everyone will have fun, there isn’t an issue. However, if there are few unmarried women, or if the age group is older, it might be better to avoid the bouquet toss.

But don't worry!♡ There are many wonderful performances other than the bouquet toss that can share happiness!♩

This time, we've gathered alternative performances to the bouquet toss that everyone can enjoy together!♡

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ① Bouquet Pulls

"Bouquet Pulls" is a lottery-style bouquet toss where several ribbons are attached to the bouquet, and guests pull on them. Only one of the ribbons is connected to the bouquet, and there’s a superstition that whoever draws it will receive good luck!＊

It's often done with only unmarried women, but it's also OK to mix in married women, children, and men! If you tie charms or candies to the non-winning ribbons, they can serve as small gifts!♡

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ② Candy Bouquet Toss

A "Candy Bouquet," which combines sweets like candy with artificial flowers, is tossed instead of the wedding bouquet!♡ The candy bouquet is tossed towards all the guests, so anyone can catch it! It’s a fun performance that both men and women can enjoy together!♩

You can create a candy bouquet using candies like Chupa Chups or store-bought chocolates wrapped in wire, packaging, and ribbon!＊

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ③ Present Toss

In a "Present Toss," the bride and groom toss their favorite items to the guests!♡ You can throw stuffed animals, sweets, toys, or anything else, making it a free and fun performance!♩ Choosing items that reflect the couple will enhance the excitement!＊

In this case, the bride and groom tossed star-shaped cushions to match their star-themed wedding!♡

And for those who caught them, they gifted champagne with gold flakes!＊

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Additionally, there was a bride who organized a present toss with luxurious prizes like gift vouchers! With that method, it's possible to give items that might be difficult to throw!◎

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ④ Broccoli Toss

The "Broccoli Toss" is where the groom throws broccoli at male guests instead of the bride tossing the wedding bouquet!♡

Broccoli, with its many florets, symbolizes "blessing of children"!＊

You can present mayonnaise along with the broccoli to the one who catches it, or even surprise them by serving whole broccoli during the reception... It seems like many guests enjoy this unique performance!＊

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ⑤ Big Cracker

A "Big Cracker" is a performance where the bride and groom launch a large cracker that’s big enough to hug at the guests!＊ It releases a bunch of sparkling tape, providing a strong impact! The guests are sure to cheer!♡

You can obtain big crackers online for about 1000 to 3000 yen, making it an attractive option to incorporate!♡

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ⑥ Bouquet Pass

The "Bouquet Pass" is a performance where the wedding bouquet is presented directly to designated guests!♡ It’s a way to share happiness with important people like best friends and sisters!＊

When presenting the bouquet, sharing feelings of gratitude or having the MC introduce memorable stories about the couple is a great idea!

You can also choose to share the wedding bouquet, giving it to more than one person!♡

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ⑦ Happy Dragée

"Happy Dragée" is a performance where dragées are hidden inside a cake to present to the lucky guest!♡ This occurs during the reception, not immediately after the ceremony, but it’s a thrilling performance for all the guests!＊

If there are specific guests you'd like to target, talk to your planner!♡ They may cleverly arrange for that guest to receive the dragée-filled cake.

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ⑧ Candy Maki

"Candy Maki" is an age-old custom from the Tokai region. When brides would get married, the local community would gather, and the bride would throw sweets from the second floor.

Nowadays, it's common for the bride and groom to throw sweets at guests during the reception!♡ Since more than one person can catch them, it creates a lively atmosphere!♩

The sweets can be put in a basket and sprinkled down from above. Since candies and chocolates can be small and hard to catch, it's recommended to prepare small bags or put snacks in tiny packages!♡

Including winning tickets inside the bags so that guests who catch them can receive even more luxurious gifts... that kind of performance might be fun!

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ⑨ Mochi Maki

"Mochi Maki" originally involved tossing mochi from a second floor when building a house as a means to ward off disasters.

Since mochi is also celebratory food for events, some brides have also included "Mochi Maki" in wedding performances!♡ They prepared auspicious red and white mochi! Everyone had such a great time!♩

Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss ⑩ Parachute Bear

"Parachute Bear" is a new and increasingly popular performance!＊

The bride and groom fire a bazooka that launches a bear attached to a parachute into the air, and guests catch the floating bear!♡

The bears fall gently with the breeze, and they look so cute!♡ On the ground, guests run around to follow the bear's movements.

It’s a wonderful performance that allows everyone to return to their childhood and have fun!＊

Which Alternative Performance to the Bouquet Toss Will You Choose?♡

Here are 10 wonderful performances that can serve as alternatives to the bouquet toss!＊ Each one is a fun performance that can bring happiness to everyone!♡

Brides who choose not to do a bouquet toss or are hesitating about it should consider incorporating these alternative performances. Since they are unique, your guests are sure to be pleased!♩