"Exciting Celebrations with Family: Highlights of Wedding Reception Performances that Spotlight Both Families"
2019.07.21 published
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!"
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.
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 ♡
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! ♡
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 ♡
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