Traditional Shinto Weddings for international couple in Japan
Shinto wedding ceremonies are based on the ancient Japanese Shinto tradition and can be performed even if the couple performing the ceremony is not believers in Shinto.
"Do you know? You can say your vows in your native language"
The Spanish couple exchanged vows in Spanish.
A Shinto wedding is a traditional Japanese ceremony conducted in front of deities. The Shinto priest blesses and purifies the couple, who offer branches from the sacred sakaki tree and engage in ceremonial sake drinking. It embodies Shinto themes of purification and involves ceremonial sake drinking, lasting around 20 to 30 minutes.
1, Hachidai Shrine
八大神社
Famous for the legendary samurai Musashi Miyamoto. Photography sessions at the adjacent "Shisendo" temple gardens are also available.
2, Yoshida Shrine
吉田神社
A highly popular shrine featuring a magnificent vermilion main hall (shaden) that
exemplifies traditional architectural beauty.
3, Nishi Hongan-ji
西本願寺
A majestic venue where wedding ceremonies can be held within the precincts of a
designated World Cultural Heritage site.
4, Goou Shrine
護王神社
Located near the Imperial Palace. Rickshaw tours around the Kyoto Imperial Palace area
are available after the ceremony.
5, Munetada Shrine
宗忠神社
A scenic spot famous for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. The row of vermilion torii gates creates a stunning background
for photos.
6, Gokonomiya Shrine
御香宮
Renowned as the shrine dedicated to the god of safe childbirth and child-rearing, making
it a meaningful venue for starting a family.
7, Oharano Shrine
大原野神社
Features spacious grounds with a pond and a picturesque vermilion bridge. A famous spot
for both cherry blossoms in spring and autumn foliage.
8, Okazaki Shrine
岡崎神社
Known as the "Rabbit Shrine" with cute rabbit statues. Popular for
blessings of matchmaking, marital harmony, and conception.