“Weight of the kimono I wore for the first time, the serenity of the shrine—everything was so moving.
It was much more than just a photo shoot.
Being able to deeply touch the heart of Japanese culture became our most cherished memory.”

01Hand purification

The ritual of purification is an important ceremony before the wedding ceremony. This is to cleanse one's hands and heart, preparing oneself to approach the divine. Through quiet movements, one's feelings naturally settle into place.

02Purification

A ritual performed by a Shinto priest to purify the body and mind before the ceremony begins.
It is a moment to quietly prepare your heart before facing this important ceremony.

03Ring exchange

Couples who wish to do so may incorporate a ring exchange ceremony into their Shinto wedding ceremony.

04The Bell Ceremony

This is a ceremony unique to Shinto style weddings, where the clear sound of bells purifies the heart and the space, and this marriage is reported to the gods.

05Ceremony of the Kinship Cup

Sharing a cup filled with sake, the couple reaffirms their bond as they embark on their journey together as family.
This is a cherished ceremony which deeply engraves the beginning of their life as husband and wife in their hearts.

06Greetings from Shinto Priest

Following the priest's words, the ceremony will quietly draw to a close, and the couple will bow to Shinto gods.