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Japanese Weddings. General Country Information. Island located in the Pacific Ocean " Land of the Rising Sun“ World's third-largest economy Over 127 million people Capital: Tokyo. Traditional Customs. Sake Ceremony Lighting a candle at every guests’ table
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General Country Information • Island located in the Pacific Ocean • "Land of the Rising Sun“ • World's third-largest economy • Over 127 million people • Capital: Tokyo
Traditional Customs • Sake Ceremony • Lighting a candle at every guests’ table • Stringed instruments called Samisen and Japanese drums for music • Kohakumanjyu (round steamed buns with bean paste filling) for guests
Who takes part in the ceremony • Bride • Groom • Families • Friends
Bride Attire • Kimono (traditional) • White dress
Groom Attire • Tuxedo • Haoiri-hakama
Attendant Attire • Fancy clothes • Kimonos • Dresses • Suits
Summary: How is this different from the US? • Clothes • Food • Religion • Traditions • Culture