Two years ago, my cousin held their wedding ceremony at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. When attending that wedding, I personally felt the charm of a traditional Japanese wedding, which inspired the couple to envision their own traditional wedding at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine. They chose Hotel CULTIA Dazaifu as the venue for their reception because of its good access from Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and its ability to provide a space with carefully curated cuisine. One of the attractions of Hotel CULTIA Dazaifu is its ability to create a relaxing atmosphere with a homey feel. The staff also contributed their efforts to ensure that the couple and their important guests would have a day that would become a lifelong memory.

All meetings were held online. The couple expressed their desire to create a wedding where all the guests could genuinely laugh and enjoy themselves. They incorporated both the charm of traditional Japanese elements and their own personalities into the preparations, carefully considering the joyful faces of each guest. Occasionally, their cat, a member of their family, also participated in the meetings, adding a soothing moment unique to the online format. The warm personalities of the couple were conveyed even through the screen, making for a pleasant and harmonious meeting.

On the day of the ceremony, we were blessed with fine weather, and the procession took place under a refreshing autumn sky. The bride and groom walked towards the shrine, united in heart with all the attendees. The sunlight filtering through the gaps in the branches and leaves seemed to gently bless their new beginning. In the serene atmosphere unique to a Shinto ceremony, the couple made their vows to the gods. It became an invaluable moment, solidifying the bonds between the couple and their families.

In the welcome space, photos of the cats and pre-wedding pictures were stylishly arranged. The dress that was not worn on the day was showcased to the guests through photographs. The venue's coordination emphasized the seasonal feel, creating a sophisticated atmosphere inspired by the deepening autumn. Flowers of varying heights were placed in bottles of different shapes and sizes, adding movement to the space. Additionally, the color of the napkins was chosen to match the green accent of the flowers, resulting in a soft green hue. With meticulous attention to detail, the couple's sense of style was evident throughout the fashionable space.

The groom and bride entered the reception hall hand in hand, beaming with smiles. During the welcome speech, the groom prepared a unique script himself, and the reception began in a warm atmosphere. Wanting to entertain their guests, the couple incorporated traditional elements that perfectly matched their attire. They performed the 'opening of the salt-crusted sea bream,' and the opened bream was served to guests as a rice dish. Furthermore, during the first bite scene, the couple held a large rice ball! Their bold act of biting into the rice ball created a lively moment in the venue.

As an expression of their hospitality, the couple was particular about the dishes served to their guests. They provided special cuisine that could only be tasted here, made abundantly with local ingredients. While being hospitable to their guests, the bride and groom enjoyed conversations and photo sessions with everyone. Lively conversations blossomed everywhere, and the venue was enveloped in a vibrant and warm atmosphere. At the conclusion of the reception, the bride read a letter expressing her feelings of gratitude. During the scene of presenting a commemorative gift to their parents, they gifted rice weighing the same as their birth weight, making it a wonderful wedding that conveyed their heartfelt appreciation.