Tokyo, Japan: The Collection - Authentic Japanese Shinto Wedding Ceremony at a Shrine
Celebrate your love with a traditional Japanese Shinto wedding in Tokyo. Book your authentic ceremony through KKday and experience a unique cultural celebration. Exchange vows in a beautiful shrine and capture unforgettable memories with a professional photoshoot by THE COLLECTION. Say "I do" in style and create a lasting symbol of your love.
- Experience a traditional Japanese Shinto wedding in Tokyo at the lowest price
- THE COLLECTION, a 50-year-old wedding attire rental shop, provides a variety of services, including costumes, dressing assistance, hair and makeup, accompaniment, English translation (from the start of hair and makeup to the end of the ceremony), and photography fees
- Choose from a diverse selection of white and colored wedding kimonos (shiro muku and iro uchikake) and formal wear for men (montsuki)
- With only one reservation accepted per day, THE COLLECTION provides exclusive, personalized service
Package Options
Cultural Experiences
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Location | Outdoor |
| Experience type | Costume rental |
| Outfit type | Kimono |
| Additional service & facility | Makeup & hairstyle, Photography service |
| Minimum participant requirement | 2 travelers |
| Cultural experience type | Traditional culture experience |
Product Info
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－What You Can Expect－
- Authentic Japanese Shinto Wedding at a Shrine
Experience an authentic Japanese Shinto wedding at Sakura Shrine. Exchange vows in a solemn ceremony before the gods, accompanied by close relatives. The bride can select from approximately 300 beautiful white (shiro muku) and colorful (iro uchikake) wedding kimonos, while the groom can choose from about 30 traditional montsuki. A professional Japanese makeup artist will create a traditional bridal look. KKday simplifies the wedding arrangements with services in a familiar language, eliminating the need for Japanese proficiency or international calls. Create unforgettable memories with this unique wedding experience.
★ Click on this link to see photos of "Shiro Muku" and "Iro Uchikake."
"Iro Uchikake" in bright colors such as luxurious vermilion and gold
The solemn and elegant "Shiro Muku"
What You Can Expect
1 Day
- Choose wedding clothes (takes approximately 60 minutes, including fittings)
- Hair, makeup, and dressing (approximately 100 minutes)
- Please enjoy the scenery of Tokyo city through the car window
- Shrine prayer and professional photography (approximately 90 minutes)
- ① Syubatsu: means purification.
- ② Saisyu-Ippai: Say hello to the gods.
- ③ Norito-Souzyou: Express gratitude to the gods and pray that the two newlyweds will fall in love forever.
- ④Sansankudo-Seihainogi: Pour sacred sake (delicious sake) into three large, medium, and small wine vessels, and exchange drinks with each other to symbolize the eternal love between the two couples.
- ④ Sansankudo-Seihainogi
- ④ Sansankudo-Seihainogi method: the priest pours the sacred wine into a large wine vessel in three batches. The man drinks it first. Then the priest hands the wine vessel to the woman and pours the wine in three batches. , the woman drinks the middle dish three more times, and the same process goes for the small dish.
- ⑤ Tamagushi-Houten: Entrust the happy blessings of the two newlyweds to the Tamagushi-Houten and enshrine them in prayer. There are certain practices for this prayer. Please follow the instructions of the clergy. The jade string refers to the branches of Sakaki wood tied with Shide and Yuu (Chinese name of Sakaki: Hongdanbi)
- ⑥Photography at the shrine (Sakura Shrine)
- ⑦Eima Devotion: Write down your wishes and dedicate them to the shrine
- ⑥Horse horse offering
- Photographed within the shrine grounds
- Photographed within the shrine grounds
- Photographed within the shrine grounds
- Photographed within the shrine grounds
- Photographed within the shrine grounds
- Change of clothes (takes about 30 minutes)
- Receive an electronic file of 250 photos at The Collection (approximately 1 hour waiting time)
Purchase Notice
- Please note the following information when placing an order:
- ① The height of each passenger (please indicate the name of the passenger corresponding to the data)
② Waist circumference of each passenger (please indicate the name of the passenger corresponding to the data) - Family members can attend the ceremony, but no transportation is provided and they need to go by themselves. Please note.
- For more exciting photos, please refer to ⭐️this link . The photos are for reference only. Please do not use these photos for other purposes.
- Please note that reservations are not available on holidays and Japanese national holidays.
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Reminders
Weddings are usually held at Sakurajingu Shrine or Ginkgooka Hachiman Shrine, but depending on your reservation date, it may be held at other shrines. If this happens, we will notify you separately. We apologize for your understanding.
Reservation time required may change due to traffic conditions.
For shrine wedding fees (Sakurajingu Shrine 40,000 yen, Ginkgooka Hachiman Shrine 50,000 yen), please bring 40,000 or 50,000 yen in cash on the day and give it to the staff.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Meeting Point
Location Name: 花衣きものSellection
Address: 2-9-1 Nihonbashihamacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo sbtびる301Experience Location
Location Name: Sakura Shrine
Address: Sakura ShrineLocation Name: Ginkgooka Hachiman Shrine
Address: 1-29-11 Asakusabashi, Taito-ku, TokyoCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 366 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 60 to 365 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 31 to 59 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 21 to 30 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
- For cancellations made 11 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- For cancellations made 6 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 80% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 5 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 90% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
An authentic Japanese Shinto wedding ceremony involves several traditional rituals. Key elements include the purification rite (Harae), the exchange of sake cups (San-san-kudo) symbolizing the union, the offering of sacred branches (Tamagushi Hōten), and the reading of the vows by the priest. These rituals are performed at a shrine, with the couple, priest, and family members participating in a solemn and meaningful celebration of their commitment.
The typical duration of a Shinto wedding ceremony itself is usually between 20 to 30 minutes. However, the overall schedule, including preparation like dressing, hair, and makeup, and post-ceremony activities such as a professional photoshoot, can extend to several hours. For a personalized experience, THE COLLECTION accepts only one reservation per day, ensuring dedicated attention throughout your special day in Tokyo.
Foreigners are generally welcome to participate in a Shinto wedding ceremony in Tokyo. While specific legal marriage registration requirements for foreigners marrying in Japan can be complex and may require a visit to the local city office, the Shinto wedding ceremony itself is a cultural and spiritual event. Services often include English translation and accompaniment to guide international couples through the process, ensuring a smooth and understanding experience.
A traditional Japanese Shinto wedding ceremony package in Tokyo typically includes comprehensive services. These encompass traditional wedding attire, such as white and colored kimonos (shiro muku, iro uchikake) for the bride and formal wear (montsuki) for the groom, along with professional dressing assistance, hair, and makeup. Additionally, accompaniment, English translation during the preparation and ceremony, and professional photography are usually part of the package. Booking through KKday offers convenient access to these curated services, streamlining your planning for an unforgettable cultural celebration.
For a Shinto wedding ceremony with THE COLLECTION in Tokyo, couples have a diverse selection of traditional attire. Brides can choose between the pristine white wedding kimono (shiro muku) and the richly embroidered colored wedding kimono (iro uchikake). Grooms are provided with formal wear (montsuki). THE COLLECTION, with 50 years of experience, ensures high-quality garments and professional dressing assistance for an authentic and elegant appearance.
Yes, a traditional Japanese Shinto wedding ceremony in Tokyo typically includes professional photography services. THE COLLECTION ensures that your special day is beautifully captured with a professional photoshoot, creating unforgettable memories of your cultural celebration. This service usually covers photography fees from the start of hair and makeup through the end of the ceremony, preserving every cherished moment.
Yes, English translation and assistance are typically provided during the Shinto wedding ceremony in Tokyo, especially for international couples. Services from THE COLLECTION include English translation from the start of hair and makeup through the end of the ceremony. This ensures that you can understand and fully engage in every step of the traditional rituals, with dedicated accompaniment to guide you throughout the experience.
THE COLLECTION ensures a personalized and exclusive Shinto wedding ceremony experience in Tokyo by accepting only one reservation per day. This policy allows for dedicated attention and bespoke service for each couple. From selecting traditional attire and receiving professional dressing assistance to providing English translation and accompaniment, the focus is entirely on your unique celebration, making your special day truly intimate and memorable.
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