"Thank You for Planning Everything for Us♡ What Can the Newlyweds Do for the Second Party Organizers?"

2017.03.19 published

What Can You Do for Your Second Party Manager?

It's common for friends to be trusted with planning the second party after a wedding♩ Nowadays, it's becoming more common to hire professionals, but still, asking friends is the mainstream choice. Since they know the newlyweds well, the second party can be enjoyable for everyone, including the newlyweds and their guests＊

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However, for those who have been asked before, it's clear that being a second party manager is quite challenging. With daily work commitments and family responsibilities, it's difficult to find time for meetings, shopping, emailing guests, and sometimes even creating videos. The desire to celebrate makes it enjoyable, but it's indeed a tough task.

Many newlyweds might be wondering what they can do for their friends who are moving things along as the second party managers...

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Therefore, this time we will introduce things the newlyweds can do for their party managers, and ways to show appreciation＊

Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ① Waive Participation Fee

This is something that should be considered obvious when asking someone to be the second party manager, but let's make the participation fee free for them◎ It's just unthinkable to ask someone to manage the second party and still expect them to pay a fee!

While it's almost a given that the fee will be waived, make sure to inform them in advance with a simple "Of course, we'll cover your fee!" to avoid unnecessary worries◎

Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ② Cover Meeting Meal Costs

When meeting with the second party managers, it's ideal for the newlyweds to cover meal costs as much as possible◎ Depending on the number of times or the amount, there may be cases when you can't cover everything, but since you are the ones making the request, it's good if you can cover meals when you gather for meetings＊

By the way, some newlyweds also covered transportation costs for managers coming from far away◎

Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ③ Cover Meeting Expenses When They are Absent

Typically, the second party managers consist of 2 to 5 friends. Sometimes the newlyweds attend the meetings, but there are occasions when meetings are held without the newlyweds present.

In such cases, some newlyweds have given out Starbucks gift cards or QUO cards in advance, saying, "This is just a little, but please use it if you all gather," to show their thoughtfulness＊

What thoughtful newlyweds! The managers would likely feel inspired by such consideration from the newlyweds, thinking, "Let's create a wonderful second party!"◎

Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ④ Prepare Thank-You Gifts

Most newlyweds prepare thank-you gifts for those who helped manage the second party◎ Many brides give gift cards or presents worth between 5,000 to 20,000 yen＊ Don’t forget to give it on the day itself while everything is still fresh♩

Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ⑤ Words of Thanks on the Day

At the end of the wedding second party, when giving a speech, don’t forget to thank the managers♡ It would be wonderful to express sincere thanks for creating such a lovely second party and receive applause from everyone＊

In some cases, there are scenes where the managers are lifted up in celebration at the end of the second party! This shows how hard the managers have worked to make the second party enjoyable♡

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Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ⑥ After-Party

After the second party, it's recommended to gather later with the newlyweds and the managers for what is called an "after-party"＊ It should be a fun time, listening to behind-the-scenes stories from the second party◎

Of course, the cost for the after-party meals should also be covered＊ Holding a home party at your new home is also a great idea♡

Things Newlyweds Can Do for their Second Party Managers ⑦ Take Photos Together

One thing that must not be forgotten during the wedding second party is to take photos with the managers! Managers are busy with reception, hosting, conducting games, and managing finances. There are limited opportunities to take photos with the newlyweds...!

Therefore, make sure to take photos with your second party managers♩ Afterward, you can send a thank-you letter along with the photos♡

Try to Lighten the Burden of the Second Party Managers

We have introduced seven things the newlyweds can do for their second party managers♩ Of course, these seven don’t have to be all done. It's about reducing the burden on the managers as much as possible within the newlyweds' capabilities, allowing them to feel "I'm glad I took on this role!" and foster good relationships even after the wedding second party ends◎

When asking someone to be a second party manager, please try to alleviate their burden and help create a wonderful second party together♡

➡＼まとめて伝えたい／If you ask a friend to be the second party manager, here are 6 things you definitely want to request＊

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