Traditional Japanese Photo Shoot Essentials: How to Use Paper Balloons for Adorable Pictures?

Traditional Japanese Dress Pre-Wedding Photo Props: Paper Balloons ♡

When taking wedding photos in traditional Japanese attire, an indispensable prop is paper balloons.＊

Their vibrant colors make them a perfect accent in photos, and their old-fashioned charm does not detract from the gentle atmosphere of the traditional attire, which is great.＊

Moreover, they are super easy to use—you can simply buy them at a 100-yen shop, and all you need to do on the day is inflate them on-site. This convenience is just the best!♡

How should we take photos with paper balloons???

Since we are preparing props, we want to use them to take a variety of different photos.♡

To maximize the number of variations in photos shot within a short time, it’s best to solidify the ideal poses in advance and share them with the photographer.＊

There are many types of poses that can be done using paper balloons for pre-wedding and post-wedding shoots.♡

Here are five typical ways to take photos:＊

Paper Balloons x Traditional Dress Pre-Wedding Pose ① Place

First, a beginner's level pose.＊＊＊

Simply placing the paper balloon on the floor!♡

This shot captures you both sitting on the porch, having a friendly conversation, and having a paper balloon in the frame adds a wonderful sense of charm.♡

Even just placing it beside a leg pillow shot works well.＊

The addition of bright primary colors seems to tighten up the picture, doesn’t it?

For photos taken while sitting on a sofa, scatter paper balloons around.＊

Arranging them alongside origami cranes really enhances the festive atmosphere!♡

Paper Balloons x Traditional Dress Pre-Wedding Pose ② Throw

Next, let's try some dynamic shots!＊

Toss the paper balloons back and forth like juggling.♡

The balloons arching gracefully as they fly are lovely in photographs!＊

Taking photos from above while throwing the balloons up is also great.

There’s also the option of throwing the paper balloons forward.＊

The three-dimensional effect makes it feel like the balloons are jumping out of the photo and coming right at you! You can capture such fun smiles.♩

Paper Balloons x Traditional Dress Pre-Wedding Pose ③ Inflate

Taking a photo of the moment you are blowing up the paper balloon is cute and feels like a collaborative activity.♡

Generally, the bride and groom strike matching poses, but

☑ The groom holds the balloon by its side with both hands to make it look bigger

☑ The bride holds the bottom of the balloon with both hands to appear slightly smaller and more delicate

It's all about creating contrast in your poses!＊

Paper Balloons x Traditional Dress Pre-Wedding Pose ④ Hold Together

Holding the paper balloon together as if it's a precious treasure is a classic shot.

A wide shot that shows the entire body captures the connection between you two beautifully. It exudes the feeling of being a couple.♩

A close-up shot can be quite dramatic＊ It feels like looking at each other as if you just met; such lovely photos!♡

Paper Balloons x Traditional Dress Pre-Wedding Pose ⑤ Spin

This one is for advanced levels.＊＊＊

Placing the paper balloon on a round umbrella and spinning it around like a monkey show makes for a fun shot.＊

You can end up with delightful photos that show your happiness and camaraderie!♡

Let's capture wonderful traditional wedding photos with paper balloons! ♩

The compatibility between paper balloons and traditional dress pre-wedding photos is excellent.＊

This is because paper balloons are not a recent invention; they are traditional toys. You can still take elegant photos that do not appear overly modern, which surely will delight your grandparents, parents, and relatives!♡

Please enhance the tranquil atmosphere unique to traditional attire and take amazing photos!♡