Masako’s wedding at The Okura Tokyo combined traditional Japanese architecture with international milestones, including a pre-wedding photoshoot in London where the couple first met and a post-wedding kimono session at Kyoto’s Manpuku-ji temple.
London Pre-Wedding Shoot Marks the Couple’s Meeting Place
The couple commemorated their relationship by returning to London, the city where they originally met, for their pre-wedding photography session. According to personal accounts shared regarding the celebration, returning to their meeting place allowed the couple to capture milestone moments in a setting deeply personal to their history before hosting guests in Tokyo.
Traditional Wedding Ceremony at The Okura Tokyo
For the main ceremony, the couple selected The Okura Tokyo, a luxury hotel renowned for its blend of modernist Japanese design and traditional aesthetics. The venue provided a formal backdrop for family and guests, aligning classic hospitality with contemporary wedding planning trends in the Japanese capital.
Kyoto Kimono Session at Manpuku-ji Temple
Following the main celebration, the couple traveled to Kyoto for a traditional Japanese attire (wa-so) photo session at Manpuku-ji. Situated in Uji, Kyoto, the temple is famous for its distinct Ming Dynasty-style Chinese architecture and autumn foliage, offering a vibrant seasonal backdrop for traditional wedding garments.
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