"Exciting Celebrations with Family: Highlights of Wedding Reception Performances that Spotlight Both Families"

Increase the Family's Role in the Reception ♡

They are the important family who are happier about your marriage than anyone else.

The wedding ceremony is a special event for the family, who has watched over the bride and groom since birth.

But…

At the reception, the families and relatives of the bride and groom are seated at the furthest tables, and there are not many scenes where they are in the spotlight.

Of course, this time is undoubtedly a happy and fulfilling one for the family, but there may also be brides who love their families and think, "I want to create memories together with my family at the reception!"

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In this article, we will introduce various performances that allow family participation in the reception ♡

Incorporate productions that spotlight the family for an unforgettable reception for everyone ♩

Family Participation Production ① Kagami Biraki

The first production we will introduce is the traditional 'Kagami Biraki' often seen in Japanese weddings. The lid of a sake barrel filled with sake is struck with a wooden mallet in time with a chant.

Kagami Biraki can be performed by the bride and groom together, but it's even more special when all six members of both families work together, symbolizing the bond of family ♡

It's especially recommended for brides in traditional Japanese clothing or those who will change into Japanese attire during the ceremony.

Family Participation Production ② Last Bite, Thank You Bite, Exemplary Bite

The 'XX Bite,' which has derived from the classic reception performance, the First Bite.

The Last Bite is a performance where the mothers of both families feed the bride and groom a piece of cake with an "Ah—n" gesture.

It carries the meaning of "nurturing and upbringing."

Some mothers may get emotional remembering when they used to feed their children this way when they were little.

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The Thank You Bite is a performance where the bride and groom feed a piece of cake to guests they wish to express gratitude towards.

Let's nominate important family members such as siblings or grandparents for the “Ah—n” gesture ♡

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The Exemplary Bite is a performance where the mothers of both families feed the fathers a piece of cake ♡

The purpose is to show the example of how to be a loving couple like the bride and groom ♩

You might want to keep it a surprise for both families until the big day! ♡

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Family Participation Production ③ Onigiri Bite

Using onigiri instead of a wedding cake for the 'Onigiri Bite' is also unique and wonderful.

The mothers of both families will prepare onigiri and feed them to the bride and groom ♡

Since the preparation of the onigiri adds more time to the show, it becomes a focal point of the event *

You might also see mothers dressed in white cooking aprons or outfits while making the onigiri ♩

You may not remember how many of your mother's onigiri you've eaten.

The taste of the onigiri eaten at the wedding will surely be unforgettable for a lifetime ♡

Family Participation Production ④ Profile Book

A profile book distributed to guests on the wedding day. While it’s a booklet featuring the profiles and love stories of the bride and groom, why not include a page to introduce the families?

Among close friends, there may have been discussions about the families. Featuring the family in the profile book can bring the guests and family closer together ♡

For the family, having their information in the profile book is a treasure; they will surely keep it dear after the wedding is over.

Family Participation Production ⑤ Profile Movie

Including family appearances in the profile movie is also a great idea ◎

By having family members narrate the bride and groom's upbringing from their perspective, guests can gain a deeper understanding of the couple’s lives.

The feelings of the family sending off the couple can lead to tears in the venue.

Family Participation Production ⑥ Entertainment

Having family perform at the reception is wonderful! If there are family members with talents like singing or playing instruments, let them showcase their skills.

Guests will warmly watch over them ♡

It’s also fun for family to make surprise appearances in entertainment movies.

You might discover sides of your family that you don't usually see ♡

Family Participation Production ⑦ Escort during the Outfit Change

Asking family members to serve as escorts during the outfit change is a classic production.

Choose someone important to you, like a sibling or grandparent.

There are various ways to exit, so think about what kind of atmosphere you want for this part of the reception ♡

➡ Holding hands? Train-style? Here are 6 popular ways to exit during the reception!

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An enchanting idea is to wait behind the door for other family members to greet at the exit.

This is a scene where the bride’s father and brother welcome the groom and his grandmother, which beautifully depicts the joining of two families ♡

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Family Participation Production ⑧ Candle Service / Candle Ceremony

After the outfit change, the popular production, Candle Service. If there are several mini candles around the main candle, it’s recommended to have family members light them.

The atmosphere of family members lighting the candles in a quiet environment is touching for both them and the guests.

Using the two candles lit by both families, the bride and groom can light the main candle in a 'Unity Candle Ceremony.'

While this performance is often held during the ceremony, it can also be incorporated into the reception ♡

➡ A novel wedding performance * Do you know about the【Unity Candle Ceremony】 that represents the birth of a new family? ♡

Family Participation Production ⑨ Water Sharing Ceremony

The 'Water Sharing Ceremony' where the bride and groom pour water into one vessel.

It carries the wish that the bride and groom, who grew up in separate waters (environments), will overcome difficulties and unite to build a new family together.

Usually, this production is performed by the couple, but this bride planned to do it with the whole family.

The bride first fills the decanter with water from her father and mother, and then the brother adds theirs. The groom then pours it into an olive tree pot held by him.

This water sharing ceremony performed by the entire family feels like the 'first joint activity' of both families, which is wonderful.

Family Participation Production ⑩ Letters from Parents

Lastly, we would like to introduce the reading of letters from both families addressed to the bride and groom. While 'letters from the bride' is common, the reverse format of 'letters from parents' is quite rare.

You will feel the happy yet bittersweet parental love, bringing tears to everyone’s eyes.

Like their sons and daughters, fathers and mothers often find it difficult to express their sincere feelings. It’s during special occasions like receptions that these unspoken feelings can finally be shared ♡

A Wedding that Leaves Memories for the Family ♡

We have introduced various productions where family can participate in the wedding reception.

Since family has always been closely watching over you, it’s important to express gratitude and hospitality during the wedding.

Let's create wonderful memories together, filled with laughter and tears! ♡

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