Unique and Uncommon Designs! 7 Japanese-style Place Cards Perfect for Traditional Weddings

What kind of place cards are perfect for traditional weddings?

For brides who wear traditional attire at receptions or have a meal after a Shinto ceremony＊

Have you already decided on the design of the place cards to be placed on the guest tables?

To be honest, it's quite difficult to find place cards with a traditional vibe while browsing Instagram.

However, traditional-style place cards actually come in a wide variety of unique and beautiful designs＊

Here are 7 designs of traditional place cards found on Instagram that we recommend for brides having a traditional wedding!

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This is a traditional place card handmade by the bride, combining origami and mizuhiki＊

The colorful origami stands out beautifully against the white paper with the name written on it!

The mizuhiki adds a nice touch as well♩

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An original place card made by creating paper balloons with chiyogami and dangling them with ribbons is also perfect for traditional weddings＊

With red ribbons and lace ribbons, the design is filled with cute elements while maintaining a traditional feel♡

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A place card that uses a shamoji (rice paddle) as is has become quite popular＊

It's a smaller size, which means it could later be turned into a keychain or strap♩

The thoughtful detail of writing the guest's name on a separate bag so it isn't noticeable while in use is also a lovely touch＊

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A classic mountain fold style place card that works for both Western and traditional weddings＊

By using patterns or motifs like cherry blossoms for the place cards, it gives a distinctly traditional wedding finish!

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This one is a place card shaped like a lantern♡

Made from washi paper, it's very authentic＊

If each guest holds a lantern, it would create a festive atmosphere, and it can also be used as a photo prop, so it’s a win-win♩

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I also discovered a windmill design place card made with cute patterned origami♡

The guest's name can be attached to the stick♩

It seems like a wonderful photo opportunity where everyone can blow on the windmills and create a lovely scene!

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Finally, let me introduce the chopstick place cards!

Using chopsticks as place cards also serves as a wedding favor, which is really nice＊

It's a rare gift that doubles as a place card, so guests will surely be surprised!

If you're having a traditional wedding, it's important to pay attention to the place cards too♡

How did you find these ideas? We introduced some place cards with traditional designs that are perfect for traditional weddings＊

Just one place card can significantly change the atmosphere of the guest table coordination at the reception!

May you find a wonderful design of traditional place cards that match your wedding theme♡