Not Just Letters or Numbers: A Unique Way to Assign Table Numbers!

【Wedding DIY】Have you decided on the table number names?

One popular wedding item for guest tables that many brides DIY is the table number♡

The mainstream way to name table numbers is by using the letters "ABCDE..." or numbers "12345..."＊

However, there are many brides who are giving their tables unique and interesting names inspired by their hobbies, their lives so far, and memories.

This time, we'll introduce 10 unique name ideas for table numbers that you might want to adopt for your own reception＊

Name Idea ① Country Names

The first table number name idea to introduce is names of countries＊

It's wonderful to name a table after a country the couple has visited or to choose the country of origin of foreign guests♡

It would create a global atmosphere at the reception＊

Name Idea ② Place Names

Using place names where the couple has lived or memorable places as table numbers is also interesting♡

Choosing places that hold significance for the guests at the table will likely be appreciated＊

It sounds fun to DIY while reminiscing, “Remember when we did this near this station?”

Name Idea ③ Matsu-Take-Ume

For brides holding a traditional Japanese wedding, table numbers with Matsu-Take-Ume (Pine-Bamboo-Plum) are recommended＊

These names have good meanings and are perfect for weddings♡

By the way, after Matsu-Take-Ume, the sequence continues with Fukurokuju, Yuki, Tsuki, Hana, Kinn, Ginn, Takara...

Name Idea ④ Iroha

Another perfect table number for a traditional wedding is Iroha＊

These characters in hiragana create an elegant and soft ambiance♩

The Iroha song continues as follows: “Iroha nihoheto, chirinuru wo, wakayotare so, tsunenaramu...”＊

Name Idea ⑤ Zodiac Signs

For brides hosting a star-themed wedding or night wedding or for couples who love stargazing, using the 12 zodiac signs as table numbers could be lovely♡

The guest tables will likely have a romantic atmosphere＊

Name Idea ⑥ School Names

Using school names for table numbers will likely resonate with guests, making them exclaim, “How nostalgic!” This will surely spark conversations filled with memories!

Additionally, it seems that a table number with the name of the company’s peers was DIYed for colleagues＊

For relatives, using surnames or places of residence might be nice◎

Name Idea ⑦ Sports Team Names

For couples who love sports such as baseball, using team names as table numbers expresses their passions wonderfully!

If they love baseball, they can name tables after the 12 teams, or if they favor soccer, they could use J-League teams or teams from overseas leagues♡

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Name Idea ⑧ Characters

Table numbers featuring character names are often seen on Instagram＊ Especially popular are Disney characters♡

Sitting at a table with Mickey or Minnie will surely make the guests feel like they’ve entered a dream world♩

Name Idea ⑨ Age

One trend from overseas weddings that is beginning to catch on in Japan is using childhood photos along with the age at that time as table numbers, which is also recommended♡

This idea is fresh for friends and colleagues and gives relatives a sense of growth, creating a very lovely table number＊

Name Idea ⑩ Famous Quotes

Lastly, we introduce a unique table number composed of famous quotes from popular manga＊

For example, including famous lines like “In the name of the moon, I'll punish you!” from Sailor Moon or “There is always only one truth” from Conan is entertaining just to see♡

Choose manga that match the age of the guests at each table!

Table numbers, let's name them ourselves!

While simple names like letters and numbers for table numbers at guest tables are lovely,

If you want to create a more original or fun atmosphere, it's recommended to name them yourself♡

Refer to the name ideas introduced this time and try DIYing a one-of-a-kind table number＊