[Complete Guide] 15 Ceremony Ideas to Incorporate for a Personalized Wedding Ceremony ♡ [Civil Ceremony]

[Ceremony in Front of People] A Wedding That Reflects Your Style

A new style of ceremony that breaks away from tradition: 'Ceremony in Front of People' ♡

More and more couples are choosing the Ceremony in Front of People because they can have a wedding that reflects their own style.

The Ceremony in Front of People is completely flexible from entrance to exit♡ It allows for performances that are difficult to incorporate into Christian or Shinto ceremonies.

This time, we will introduce recommended ceremony performances for brides-to-be who are planning a Ceremony in Front of People ♩

Incorporate performances that you find wonderful and create a wedding that reflects your style!♡

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Unique Ceremony Performance #1: Aisle Runner

Originating overseas, the 'Aisle Runner' ♡ This idea allows you to personalize the virgin road representing your life so far, making it unique to you.

An original aisle runner using your wedding logo or photos of the bride and groom.

Although creating it can be quite difficult, it will undeniably lead to a heartfelt ceremony!＊

➡ Click here for all Aisle Runner articles＊

Unique Ceremony Performance #2: Ring Boy and Flower Girl

The Ring Boy and Flower Girl performances are becoming established in Japan.

Having them carry the wedding rings or sprinkle flowers down the aisle…

This cute scene brings smiles to everyone’s faces♡ Brides-to-be with children of relatives as guests will want to incorporate this performance ♩

➡ Click here for all Flower Girl articles＊

Unique Ceremony Performance #3: Entering with Family

The Ceremony in Front of People allows for any order or combination when entering♡

The groom can enter with his parents, or the bride and groom can enter together, or even with their dog…＊

Let’s think about how to enter in a way that reflects you♡

Unique Ceremony Performance #4: Ring Relay

The Ring Relay is where the rings exchanged by the bride and groom are passed among the guests in a relay format to the altar♡

The rings are carried from the back of the seated guests to the front with ribbons＊

Since the rings pass through the hands of all the guests, they feel like they are participating in the marriage vows♡

It’s also recommended to write messages on the ribbons used for the Ring Relay during the time leading up to the ceremony♡

It will become a precious ribbon full of memories＊

Unique Ceremony Performance #5: Dozen Roses Ceremony

The Dozen Roses Ceremony is a performance where the groom collects 12 roses from the guests and presents them to the bride♡

By passing a bouquet of 12 roses, each symbolizing love, passion, and truth, it represents the vow that he will promise these 12 things to the bride for a lifetime＊

It may feel a bit shy, like a public proposal, but it's a romantic and popular performance♡

Instead of roses, you can also use other flowers like sunflowers ◎

➡ A Proposal with a Bouquet Received from 12 Guests＊ [Meaning and How to Perform the Dozen Roses Ceremony]

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Unique Ceremony Performance #6: Handfasting

Handfasting, which is rarely seen in Japan, is another performance.

This traditional European ceremony originated from Celtic weddings. Before exchanging rings, the couple holds each other’s hands and binds them with a ribbon.

Feel free to ask someone important to you to help tie the ribbon♡

They continue with the ring exchange and vows while the ribbon is tied, then remove it during the veil lift and display it in a visible place afterward.

It symbolizes "holding hands and making a promise = marriage" ♡

Unique Ceremony Performance #7: Vows

Vows are one of the key elements of the Ceremony in Front of People♡ Many couples enjoy creating their own original vows.

They may create an acrostic poem using their names or DIY a uniquely designed marriage certificate, as many previous brides have found their own ways to vow their love♡

➡ Click here for all Vows articles＊

It’s also fine to have a loved one come up with the vows for you.

You could vow with contents pondered by your best friends or family in front of everyone♡

It seems like it would be a wonderful wedding where everyone can support and watch over you.

Unique Ceremony Performance #8: Unity Candle Ceremony

The Unity Candle Ceremony is a standard performance in Western countries; however, it is still a rare performance being adopted by brides in Japan.

Three candles are set up, with representatives from both families lighting the outer candles. Then, the bride and groom hold these candles and light the central candle together＊

The flames from both candles coming together symbolize the birth of a new family♡

➡ Have You Heard of the Unity Candle Ceremony? A Unique Wedding Performance Signifying the Birth of a New Family ♡

Unique Ceremony Performance #9: Water Blending Ceremony

The Water Blending Ceremony is a traditional marriage ritual that has existed in Japan for a long time.

The bride and groom pour water from separate containers into a single vessel.

It signifies the idea that "the bride and groom who grew up in different waters (environments) can overcome difficulties and create a new family together” ♡

Originally, it was a ritual using water from their parents' homes, but recently, many couples have started to use local juices or pour water onto an olive tree, often referred to as the “couple tree," adapting the ceremony in various ways.＊

➡ Old but Uniquely New! 8 Wonderful Performances with Original Arrangements for the Age-Old Water Blending Ceremony ♩

Unique Ceremony Performance #10: Sand Ceremony

The Sand Ceremony, also known as the “Sand Blending Ceremony,” involves the bride and groom each pouring different colored sand into a single jar.

Similar to the Water Blending Ceremony, it symbolizes the merging of two lives that have walked separate paths into one♡

The sand used in the Sand Ceremony can be displayed as sand art after the wedding, making it a great option for couples who want a lasting keepsake◎

Unique Ceremony Performance #11: Wedding Box

The Wedding Box (also known as the Wine Box) is a performance where the bride and groom place wine and letters in a wooden box in front of the guests, then seal it with a hammer and nails＊

The Wedding Box is opened and enjoyed on a wedding anniversary years later♡ It’s reminiscent of a time capsule, which is lovely♩

It's also referred to as a “Fighting Box," and some couples choose to open it during times of conflict to remember their wedding day.

➡ A Time Capsule-like Performance That's Popular with Overseas Brides: Have You Heard of the Wedding Box?

Unique Ceremony Performance #12: Handshake Ceremony

The Handshake Ceremony is a ritual where the bride and groom exchange firm handshakes with both of their sets of parents during the ceremony.

It’s also called a Family Meeting Ceremony＊

The groom's parents receive a handshake conveying "I look forward to working with you from now on," while the bride gives her parents a handshake means “Thank you for everything. I love you.” It’s an emotional ritual that brings tears to everyone's eyes.

➡ A Wonderful Performance where both the Bride and Groom Shake Hands with Both Families, Possible in Both Ceremonies in Front of People and Christian Ceremonies!

Unique Ceremony Performance #13: Tree Planting

In old Japan, there was a culture of planting trees to mark significant milestones like births or graduations. This idea of incorporating tree planting into the wedding as a performance is unique♡

The couple plants a tree together and waters it in front of the guests.

You can use any plant, but olive trees, known as “couple trees,” are quite popular.

It’s easy to adapt this performance by having both families help plant the tree or having guests tie ribbons on the tree♡

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Unique Ceremony Performance #14: The Kiss of Vow

The vow kiss between the bride and groom is a classic performance in Christian ceremonies, but the vow kiss in a Ceremony in Front of People can be very flexible!

You can have them surrounded by everyone as they kiss, or throw a confetti shower at the moment of the kiss…

It sounds like a fun ceremony that feels like a celebratory overseas wedding♡

Unique Ceremony Performance #15: Closing Kiss

A recently popular ceremony performance is the Closing Kiss; it occurs at the last moment as the doors close after the bride and groom exit the ceremony ♡

It’s a dramatic performance that feels like you could hear the cheers of the guests♩ It’s great for brides who want to add a surprise at the very end!◎

What Kind of Wedding Will You Have? ♡

We have summarized the performance you want to incorporate into your Ceremony in Front of People＊ Did you find any ideas you think are wonderful??

Because it's a Ceremony in Front of People, which is free from rigid formats, make sure to create a wedding that reflects both of you!♡