【Ultimate Guide】Not Just a Big Spoon! 9 Fun Tools for Your First Bite Ceremony♩
2017.06.28 published
When it comes to surprise during the first bite, this is it♡
The classic performance of the wedding reception, the first bite.
The first bite where the bride and groom feed each other wedding cake carries the meaning of "I won't let you go hungry for life" and "I will always make delicious food for you" ♡
Among the popular first bite traditions, the bride making a big bite for the groom is a favorite*
The groom takes a bite of cake that is so large it can't fit in his mouth, ending up with his face covered in cream♡ It's a fun spectacle that brings laughter and cheers from the guests.
A popular item to scoop up a large bite is the 'big spoon.'
Many venues offer them for rent, so perhaps some future brides may recognize it as "I've seen that before!"
However, there are many unique items besides the commonly seen big spoon♡
Here, we introduce amusing tools for the first bite that will surprise your groom and guests♩
Amusing tool for the first bite① Shovel
The first item to introduce is a shovel♡ If it’s a children's one, the size is manageable and comes in a variety of colorful and cute designs♩
You can obtain them affordably at toy stores or home improvement centers, making it perfect for brides who need to prepare their own items◎
Amusing tool for the first bite② Rice paddle
For brides performing the first bite in traditional attire, a large wooden rice paddle is recommended♡ This one measures 75 centimeters*
It matches traditional attire and makes a strong visual statement♩
It seems you can purchase it on Amazon for just under 5,000 yen♩
➡〔Amazon〕Big rice paddle here*
Amusing tool for the first bite③ Frying pan
A pitch-black frying pan is surprisingly recommended♡
Since it appeared in the scene where Rapunzel and Eugene meet in "Tangled," more brides are using it for the first bite♩
There are brides who used a smaller "skillet" which is slightly smaller than a frying pan*
Amusing tool for the first bite④ Cookie spoon
The cookie spoon is a spoon made of cookie that can be eaten along with the cake. It seems some brides make them by hand with love♩
I hope you enjoy eating it heartily along with the spoon♡
Amusing tool for the first bite⑤ Chopsticks
Using long chopsticks for the first bite♡ It’s also recommended for brides in traditional attire*
While you can't scoop up much cake, the visual impact is outstanding! The couple will need to synchronize their "aahh" sounds with support from the guests♡
Amusing tool for the first bite⑥ Fishing rod
Now, we introduce some quite unusual tools for the first bite*
The "fishing bite" using a fishing rod is popular among bride and groom who love fishing♡ The groom is sure to receive cheers from the guests.
By the way, this first bite features a "taiyaki" attached to the end of the fishing rod♩
Amusing tool for the first bite⑦ Bat
For grooms who love baseball, how about an item that turns a bat into a spoon?*
It seems someone bought a plastic bat from Toys "R" Us and crafted it by cutting it out. Make sure to cover the cut edges with tape or sand it down to avoid any injuries!
Amusing tool for the first bite⑧ Syringe
For nurse brides, a large-handled syringe spoon is recommended* It’s unique and interesting, right?♡
The guests will surely be surprised by the unexpected appearance of this item.
Try DIYing it by buying a cylindrical plastic container or a large toy syringe and attaching a spoon to the tip!*
Amusing tool for the first bite⑨ Excavator
Lastly, here’s the grand finale! A first bite using an excavator♡
The groom, who works in the construction field, is really getting into it with a helmet on*
It will definitely surprise and excite everyone in the venue as it is unprecedented♡
A giant toy excavator seems to start at about 7,000 yen.
➡〔Amazon〕Ride-on Micro Excavator here*