What a Typical Japanese Wedding is Really Like

[@PaolofromTOKYO]

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[@SpammytheHedgehog]

Amazing

[@lisapitts2011]

Wolfy looked so handsome and you and your wifes hair all done up pretty =)

[@denniszenanywhere]

I don't think thr link works kababayan.

[@RUDHUNTER]

Ty for that more detailed topic about how more trendy japanese ceremonies unfurl. It agreably shows yhe pleasant ambiance and demonstrates how usages can be tangled,and muster in a federating standard,practicable by a great majority.However, In cae of wedding,i'm happy to not be considered as a too much ancient friends of your livelihood,because otherwise, in the current times,my ticket wouldv'e send right trough of bankrupcity and by the way,i would've needed the married housing me in rescue,lol! (😂😉).But if you're convicted to a french made wedding,normally, you should be welcome, and normally without parking ticket,because the married are supposed to be the "Rich,Noble and Generous Lords" hosting the ceremony.)😅😋.By this way,allow me to salute you and whose seem like to be your close family(Wife and Son).Pleased to understand that your spouse goes better,after her health disconvenues and now seems even more fresh,Language talented, plus "balanced , honorable and valuable presence breathing than before.Good continuation to you and initiatives.This time for a wedding, maybe another for a potential and beneficient future merger.😉🙏🏾🙂.

[@ropro9817]

Wolfy's hair looks amazing! 🥰

[@TanJSKeith]

the moment when paolo realizes he is considered an immediate family member was pretty heart warming

[@Alittlebitofeverythingoffical]

Ikr ❤

[@VDA19]

I mean, she's his sister in law lmao. His wife is literally the sister of the bride, of course they're immediate family.

[@allyourgardeningneeds]

Damn, with all these rules I guess we're lucky that the family allowed you to make this video. Appreciate it, lovely as always!

[@mariakelly90210]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@yohan433]

right. I once attended a Japanese wedding and we couldn't even share videos and the photos in our social medias.

[@JimmyMidnite]

I’m always slightly amazed at the access they’re able to get - at weddings, theme parks, businesses, restaurants.

[@bmsfx]

@@JimmyMidnite webb at 3.22 million subs, its not hard to get access to almost anything, its huge PR.. ;)

[@无所谓-k6c]

His sister in law's wedding though

[@Coffee_is_ready]

Wolfy walked down the aisle in such a serious manner. So cute. Job well done.

[@ArielLaboriante]

He's not bending his knees! Hahaha so cute!

[@hamzakhurshid9204]

Nahhh looked like he shat himself😂😂😂

[@zaneshepherd5245]

@@ArielLaboriante HAHA yes so cute!!

[@Sequoia4132]

Ohh, he fumbled the ball(4:36)😲 With all of their superstitions, I hope they don't consider that bad luck.

[@Ch0rr1s]

Its so funny to see Wolfie looking more and more like Paolo with every video. You 100% see who the father is in this little one :)

[@tessdurberville711]

But why was he walking that way?

[@isabellagomez4272]

​@@tessdurberville711 I think it was nervousness, after all for a child his age is a pretty big deal to be the ring bearer.

[@sophiaisabelle027]

Weddings are exquisite, and the Japanese wedding ceremonies totally reach that type of standard. This is documented well. Keep up the good work.

[@CrooL1011]

@Gagnarörk damn it’s as if we don’t have an option to scroll through the video or give feedback without the need to finishing the whole video

[@vinogs651]

@Gagnarörk “well documented” doesn’t mean filming every minute of the video from beginning to end.

[@Coachizz-rf1kw]

indian wedding better, japanese wedding looks soo corporate

[@iamlinda100]

@@Coachizz-rf1kw as beautiful as Japanese weddings can be, I agree that it seems very formal and corporate, there are so many rules that must be followed in japanese weddings and that can often take some of the fun out of the day, and no dancing? what? Who doesn't want to dance at a wedding? Apparently Japanese people. Also Image and reputation are so important in Japan, out of the many rules that need to be followed in a Japanese wedding I think the custom of everyone in attendance must give the bride and groom alot of money in cash is the one I'm most annoyed with. I don't think I can afford to attend a Japanese wedding if I have to give at least $225 and much more if I'm a family member? No way. I prefer weddings in other countries where there's much more freedom and the bride & groom basically can plan whatever wedding they want and do whatever they want & the guests don't have to give presents & everyone can just have a good time. Like I said Japanese weddings just seems so formal with so many strict rules.

[@shogunshogun]

@@iamlinda100 Every wedding is formal with strict rules--even though some weddings seem chaotic, there is order in the apparent chaos that is strictly enforced within a culture. For example, some weddings have dancing as part of the form, while others don't. Furthermore, $225 is cheap in comparison to what the Bride and Groom pay for every guests' transportation, hotel, food and drink, and gifts. That is a reason why only invited guest (not even their spouse can join, typically) attend a wedding--everything is planned out in advance. And that is another example of form (who can attend and what are their roles and responsibilities)

[@mayanderes9084]

It’s so nice that your family was willing to share this with us! 🙏🏻 much thanks and wishes for their happiness!!

[@hopeliveshere1121]

My God! The bride is absolutely gorgeous. Her dresses are so beautiful. I can’t even imagine the hard work that went into planning this day. Wolfy’s walk down the isle is so adorable

[@tessdurberville711]

Apparently a wedding rehearsal is not a tradition?

[@vamosnippon]

I’ve been to many weddings in the states and one time I got invited to Japan for a wedding. I was so surprised how everyone dressed very formal. I feel like in the states, not everyone wears a suit or tuxedos, but most men at the wedding wore tuxedo and some in suits. On top of that, the meal was phenomenal! It was a French course meal with the finest quality ingredients and meat from different parts of Japan. Japan just do things at a different level, I was so impressed.

[@InviteTheLightReadings]

Really - what American wedding doesn't require at least a suit! hmm- never heard or seen that one. don't bother coming to my wedding if you can't wrangle up a decent suit

[@vamosnippon]

@@InviteTheLightReadings At least in Southern California not everyone wears suits, it has a lot to do with the weather here.

[@Edgar...]

@@vamosnippon Yeah in many warmer parts of America it's not uncommon for the men to not wear a full suit. Also a lot of newlyweds nowadays are going away from the traditional over the top expensive formal weeding.

[@ashwinmiyer6159]

I don't understand the obsession with western culture. Shouldn't the Japanese wear their own costumes than imitating the west by wearing gowns and suits?

[@Coz131]

@@ashwinmiyer6159 2 words, Meiji Restoration. Wikipedia will explain their relationship with western culture.

[@ZeroHunterX9]

That’s a amazing video Paolo! Wolfy did a great job as a ring bearer and Eri looks very beautiful as a bride. May Eri and Junya’s life be fill with happiness in years to come!

[@debscharles4674]

Very stylish and classy wedding. The bride looked beautiful in all her dresses. I smiled all the way through, so uplifting. Many blessings and well wishes to the bride and groom 🌺

[@niaputri2094]

Congratulations Eri and Junya! May God bless your marriage with happiness and prosperity!

[@margotk538]

Congratulations to Miko’s sister and her husband’s marriage union! The wedding looks elegant and sophisticated!

[@simonediliberto4314]

Maiko*

[@PurpleRhino1388]

Yeah so classy 😻 I'm against weddings since they're so expensive but this one really made me wanna have it 😂

[@niceguy60]

@@simonediliberto4314 Oh my god I thought her name was Michael this whole time.

[@klippitykloppity]

I love that the rules implemented are understood and respected by everyone in attendance. Also, the Families being introduced to one another before the ceremony, is such a lovely custom. What a fabulous glimpse into a Japanese Wedding.

[@gailcrockett9883]

My son, a Black American married his longtime JAPANESE girlfriend years ago in a very, at the beginning traditional ceremony-at a historic registered temple in northeast Japan followed by 6 wardrobe changes by the bride, to a very modern ending reception celebration. It was quite a cultural learning experience. And, even though I do not speak Japanese I could easily figure out the activities including at the temple. Truly unforgettable wonderful experience. Oh, and yes, for couples with children, a small crib was available at the reception. And, because I jumped up and started dancing (though my son told me not to do this), everybody, especially the older guests also joined me 😂 when the music piped in began playing top tunes of the day. Thank you for this video!

[@kevinleukhardt9560]

Very nice wedding. Poor Maiko's Dad looks like he is ready to sleep 🙂 Congrats to Eri and Junya! What a great couple! Paolo is dressed up! Wow! I almost didn't recognize him! Ha Ha!! Great video Paolo and thank you for sharing this special event wth us!

[@GirlTalksFish]

Very interesting! Thank you for showing us what a modern-day Japanese wedding can look like and for sharing such a joyous occasion with us. Congratulations to the newlyweds!

[@sodapopinksi667]

💕 your fish content

[@i.h.978]

Every day I get more and more grateful that I found this channel during pandemics. Your family is a joy and a blessing and Japan is so dear to me, hopefully someday I can finally visit there! Loved this video, Paolo, thank you and Maiko for such quality content! Best wishes

[@beautyofvillage1474]

Nice video ❤❤❤

[@unclnis]

what a sweet comment

[@倉橋花奈]

I'm Japanese and have been working in the wedding business for about 10 years, but I was surprised to see so much unique Japanese culture! It was very interesting.

[@086009970611]

May I ask how much wedding usually cost in Japan ?

[@TheLinKrust]

I loved the Japanese weddings i was fortunate enough to be invited too - I was a teacher and many of my former students were kind enough to invite me. It was always a beautiful event, especially for those who had traditional Japanese ceremonies ahead of more western ones. While the ceremony was private for family, seeing them in their kimono before they changes into a western style dress was amazing - I still have the hikidemono after nearly 30 years.

[@neshacruz6574]

That warms my heart 🤍 what an experience to receive !

[@asaph8933]

It looks lame

[@JuanCarlosBatallaCallau-bu6hi]

My favourite video in the Paolo from Tokyo series. Very insightful about the Japanese society but also fun to watch and listen to.

[@Mac_Jackal]

Well here we go again, 10 minutes staying up extra. Thanks again for the great content Paolo!

[@kinggphg4321]

Well done, Wolfy! It's wonderful to see you growing up and becoming more and more amazing with each passing day.

[@jx3485]

Congratulations to Erichan and Junya for getting married. I wish you both a lovely married life 💕. Also, thanks for the great video Paolo, Japanese wedding traditions are different in many aspects. Especially, not being able to dance 😂.

[@schokovondu549]

How cute! How big Wolfy has grown up- and he is exactly looking like you as a japanese child😄And it was very interesting to chare that very private day with the family, thank you for that! Best wishes from Hamburg, Germany

[@andreaban313]

I enjoyed watching this v much. Am contrasting it to a Chinese Malaysian wedding, where the parents sit in front, the guests are more and there is video of the bride and groom taken earlier in the day shown during dinner. I like the reading the letter to then parents part of this Japanese video and how everyone is dressed so well and looking incredibly smart. Thank you for sharing this video. Congratulations to the bridge and groom.

[@zatoichison6420]

What a amazing people and nation is Japan. The respect, and all the attention to the small detail is unique not were to find. Thank you for this video. God bless the new weds.

[@blessingsoutlaw]

Wolfy was SO perfect in his role as ring bearer! Thank you for sharing this, Paolo - such a lovely event. 🙏🫶

[@itsmichs]

Thank you Paolo for documenting such a personal moment! It was so cool to see how different Japanese weddings are to those in the UK!

[@JN-bg9vu]

this is wonderful! hope we can also see next time the version of Traditional Japanese Wedding!

[@tessdurberville711]

The Japanagos Channel has a traditional wedding video.

[@KpopChick_ttv]

I love your videos! It's been great to see you get, have, and grow an awesome family. That said....throwing an ad for Square space in the middle of the wedding seemed a bit tacky. Put it right at the end thanking everyone for watching would have made a lot more sense.

[@mrsviking1808]

Hi paolo I’ve just watched your wedding video and I have to say I was moved emotionally , I always cry at weddings but I I cried at your one because of the beauty of the way everything was organised with traditions. I wish the newlyweds a very long marriage ❤❤❤❤❤

[@amandagardner2695]

What a special video to share! 😍 Thank you so much! The Bride and Groom looked gorgeous ❤ everyone in attendance looked elegant!

[@picardythirds]

beautiful wedding! congratulations to the happy couple. Maiko's sister was beautiful and the whole even looked lovely. The food was so well presented and Wolfy was adorable. Also, loved the chance to see Paolo and Maiko dressed up 😀

that good video!! Together with my wife we love watching your videos for more than 6 or 7 years now, this was one of the best, it's good to see that the family enjoyed this wedding, a hug from Chile!

[@coopundiva]

This was so wholesome. Thank you for sharing your family's joyous occasion with us. Congratulations to the bride and groom!!!

[@jackienaiditch7965]

Can I just say, Wolfy's walk down the aisle was something to behold. Absolutely precious.

[@gloriamoloi1187]

Beautiful wedding beautiful bride, and an awesome video! The bride was glowing in the second gown.

[@liraflutters]

So nice! Thanks for sharing. Definitely more intimate than weddings in the Philippines. :D Best wishes to the couple!

[@kimmckenzie3306]

Congrats Erina on your wedding, and also Wolfy too for having the opportunity to be the ring bearer! Not only does it showcase how different a Japanese wedding is, it also shows how the family is growing

[@royvives]

Wolfy is impossibly cute as a ring bearer. Tha k you for letting us the viewers into this wonderful celebration. Congratulations and Best wishes to the bride and groom!

[@bridgetbuchan1786]

Congratulations to the bride and groom. This was a beautiful wedding sending them both many blessings. From the USA

[@happynpink]

congratulations to Eri n Junya! wishing them both a lifetime of love n happiness! thank you for another great video, Paolo n Maiko.

[@marksellinger3736]

This was a nice one. Everyone so well dressed. Her gowns were gorgeous. And to see weddings in another culture. Lovely.

[@emilyg9057]

In the Philippines, the wedding video is edited quickly so guests and the couple can watch it during the wedding reception. Its an extra cost but so worth it!

[@Uponn1]

god I love the "no dancing" part, should be done in every wedding!

[@mltstudio1]

formal muslim weddings also have no dancing. Ig it depends on the formalility and class standing of the families

[@drlink7691]

you did an awsome job to explain each detail on this video, thanks for all your travel tips and your videos about japan, my wife and i went to japan last fall and your videos helped us alot thank you

[@matthew5553]

Amazing video Paolo, congratulations to the married couple! 🎉

[@galaxy_brain]

Thanks for including us, Paolo~

[@PurpleKaye_]

This was spectacular and beautiful!!! Congratulations Eri and Junya, wishing you forever love and happiness!!!

[@H76Pro]

I like the idea of the cash gifts as it makes it so much easier than trying to think of a wedding gift!

[@davidbishop4015]

That was a great video Paolo. Thanks for sharing this beautiful occasion with your viewers. The bride was stunning. Wolfy was so cute caring the rings. You all looked very nice in your formal outfits. Stay safe.

[@Lara-vo6rp]

congrats to the bride and groom! This looks like such a beautiful wedding, I just adore her dress!

[@dreathompson8623]

If I wasn't already married...I would have loved to incorporate some of these traditions. I love the letter reading. How sweet! Beautiful wedding! Congratulations!

[@crystaldziadosz-brown9882]

Congratulations to the couple. Blessings to their union and future together. It is very generous of them and all the family members to allow us to experience the traditions of a Japanese wedding. Domo arigato gosaimashita.

[@RibbitHopX]

Erichan's reception dress is so beautiful ❤️. Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. !

[@nabi5864]

Wow love the classy simple clean elegance of a Japanese wedding , believe me as an American I've been to some horrible weddings

[@betamax1091]

I love it. I love the formality, the tradition, the rules. I'm from the West and I've been to many wedding in my life, and many were great, but I find nothing wrong with having to follow rules at an event such as this. If this is how the Japanese get married, then great! To each nation their own. Congratulations to the bride and groom!

[@InviteTheLightReadings]

Lovely video! The location was wonderful as well. Maiko and her sister's parents looked so emotional when she was reading a tribute letter to them. It was so sweet. Congrats to the newlyweds

[@ayamatsuiaya]

Congratulations Eri-chan and Junya-kun ❤ may your lives be filled with happiness and joy for all of your years to come 🥂 Very great video to show Japanese tradition❣️I was wondering how many “oiro naoshi “ (dress changes) she was going to have to I loved that you documented every bit of it! 🫶🏼 I loved how nervous Wolfe was 😆 he did a great job! 👏🏼

[@lruss5050]

Thank you for showing the wedding! So much fun! And very interesting to see a Japanese wedding! Wolfy was super cute!❤

[@kayel4487]

I find the table introducing the couple to be interesting! Its nice to see the shared hobbies for the couple.

[@jittery547]

Beautiful video, congratulations to all the family, what a happy day! Wolfy did a wonderful job, so cute! ❤

[@Biamedici]

Most interesting information about wedding customs, and Maiko looks beautiful -- fabulous hair. I love her mother's kimono and hair ornament, too.

[@cristinagarcia1652]

Beautiful video! I have to admit, I felt my heart die a little bit when I heard "no dancing." I guess I would probably go out after the wedding lol

[@ymk1708]

Thank you for sharing the special occasion with us! The bride, your wife,and your mother-in-law are all very beautiful.

[@DHJakon]

I attended a friend's wedding a long time ago in Nikko. It was a traditional ceremony at one of the popular temples. Probably a once in a lifetime experience for me but it was very interesting.

[@rebel5c]

Wishing the newlyweds all the very best....and a view of Japan , we might have never seen, if not for Paolo. Thanks for the lovely video.

[@月乃-u4q]

I'm japanese🥺 You are so cool👍️ I will always support you❤

[@miobulle1112]

Thank you for sharing .Congratulations to Maiko’s sister and her husband’s marriage union!

[@simonediliberto4314]

Maiko*

[@miobulle1112]

@@simonediliberto4314 well wrong taping i corrected it It can happen sometime.Are you a relative to correct people ? And of course you never do any mistake.

[@simonediliberto4314]

@@miobulle1112 No I was trying to help

[@saradastarlight2083]

Paolo: "No sunglasses" (1:37) 6:39:

[@hollyhummel9774]

Well timed video. I have been talking about wedding traditions with my Japenese English students. What a beautiful couple.

[@marsaustralis6881]

This reminds me of some of the more formal/proper Filipino weddings I've attended, which is more Western, but with a distinctly Asian touch. They do have a videographer doing a live edit for an ending reel, and having things run on time with a wedding coordinator ensuring things are served on time and events happen on time. Similarly, the family greetings and placements, although the immediate families are sat together on a large table, signifying the union via the bride and groom. As for attire, practically everyone should be dressed in barongs or mestiza dresses, with exceptions being made for foreign friends who might not have spent money just for a cultural dress. All that said, I have to appreciate the extreme efficiency of a Japanese wedding. It tends to go by much faster and the cash gifts make it much simpler for everyone involved.

[@philipespaldon5317]

Another quality content Paolo! Congrats to the newly wed 😊

[@bokuwatoki5983]

I’m going to a wedding this Saturday (for the first time) so perfect timing lol 😂

[@mln7771]

That's so cool! Never seen or been invited to a Japanese wedding. Thank you Paolo!

[@207LW]

I love how Japan is so modern but still embraces ancient traditions. It is such a beautiful country, culture and people.

[@mateusssssss567]

To me this doesn't seem like an ancient tradition at all. It looks massively influenced by western weddings. It's more of a mix between Japanese and foreign tradition, probably.

[@207LW]

@@mateusssssss567 I am fairly certain the envelopes for money and the way the knots are tied and the kimonos of the mothers go back centuries. Perhaps a kind Japanese citizen will chime in and educate us.

[@dchannel6467]

@@207LW but still its way western styled then typical Japanese style weddings ...i was expecting something different

[@lainiwakura1776]

@@207LW I'm not even Japanese, but some couples do a Western style and a Japanese style wedding. But it does look like a typical Western one besides the gift money and dancing.

[@207LW]

@@lainiwakura1776 I guess everyone missed the part where I said I love the mixing of the modern and ancient. Obviously this is a modern wedding that has a few ancient traditions woven in….that’s why I said what I said. 🤷‍♀️

[@mamaburr2963]

First timeI saw a Japanese wedding ..I liked all the different traditions the bride and groom celebrated..The bride looked so beautiful in her two wedding dresse..Husband's look fabulous I his tux..Best of all Wolfy stole the show..big boy haircut..Thank you.

[@SanzoXGodess13]

Honestly I started tearing up for Eri’s speech 😭 I could hear her emotion while she was talking. Congratulations to both!!

[@rea8755]

Joy and Love back to you all!😊

[@rchen3]

Interesting! In Chinese culture, the wedding gift money needs to be even/divisible by 2, to signify that it is a pair. and not 'single'. The avoidance of '4' is the same though.

[@ChinitFxt]

Congratulations to the both of them thank you for the invite

[@arthur_kenway]

He really did a sponsored segment while attending a wedding 😂😂. Respect my man ❤

[@Lifewitheelisa]

aww wolfie in a suit. He’s so cute I can’t take it anymore. Lots of hugs. 🎉 congrats Maikos sister for your marriage

[@fleacero]

When Paolo crouched to talk about the sponsor I expected a "Well, looks the bride and groom are going to be getting married for a while, let's explore..."

[@teponaztli]

3:56 The trio is doing a rendition of a the carpenters “top of the world“ if anyone was wondering

[@cottoncandykawaii2673]

I like that there's no dancing, I hate going to weddings where they turn the reception into a night club

[@faridaaasi2534]

Thnx for sharing Japanese wedding love watching different cultures keep up good work

[@kuraikaoru]

I don't want to be the bride, I want to be the bride's mom! My gosh, she looks STUNNING! 🤩😍

[@InviteTheLightReadings]

I LOVE the black kimono's the mother's wear for the wedding - they are like top notch and the ones I saw in person were embroidered at the bottom - tastefully with silver or golden trees and birds. Sooo nice.

[@armanabelino7517]

I love the reading letters and how the crowd very supportive and clap their hands. Food drink flowers dress code it’s perfect but to bring the party alive I still think they need the 💃 🕺🏽

[@lenmessi27]

This is amazing,great to know traditions are still respected and how everything is done with so much detail and elegance. Good for them ,they make a cute couple.

[@adamwilliams8895]

Got married in Japan with a 'relatively' Japanese style wedding. The planning and support from the hotel is amazing, and everyhing is planned for and accounted for. The cost of the wedding is on a crazy level though. Two interesting points (that were interesting to me) that Paolo didnt touch on 1. Dress/Kimono rentals for the bride are crazy expensive. Just renting a kimono for the wedding can cost thousands of dollars. 2. The wedding cakes in Japan are often fake! The big fancy cake we see in western weddings is presented in Japanese weddings but its fake. They actually have pre-sliced cake pieces in the kichen to be served afte ryou 'cut' the cake.

[@sbo3]

So they will never actually purchase the dress/kimono? It makes a lot of sense but shame about the price. My dress is sat in my wardrobe and I don't know what to do with it. I don't particularly care about keeping it for sentimental reasons but I've tried to sell it and it isn't going anywhere haha

[@adamwilliams8895]

@@sbo3 Yeah. The Kimonos used are very high quality and incredibly expensive. I have heard that the rentals would cost $20k and up to purchase (hand embroidered etc)

[@tessdurberville711]

What a shame. I am so tired of seeing every bride walking down the aisle in a strapless white dress.

[@kokoro7996]

Congratulations to Eri and Junya! May they have a wonderful marriage.

[@Passerbys60]

Congratulation for the bride and bridegroom. Its rare to watch insight Japanese wedding. Thanks Paolo.😊

[@almostlarissa]

This was so interesting to watch. Your sister-in-law and her husband were very kind and gracious to let us learn from their special day. Congrats newly-weds 🫶🏻

[@nataliedelagrandiere4022]

Paolo is nice. This is why I am watching his videos.

[@lizarce272]

Tuxedos, western dress, high heels, classical music, white wedding dress, ring bearer, banquet …. Looks like a western wedding to me.

[@bisceg181]

Great video! Dudes little strides with the ring was cracking me up too

[@Jp_vk]

What happens if you’re invited to a Japanese wedding but you don’t have the money that’s expected for the gift? Do you just don’t go? 🤷‍♀️

[@nicolewilson4058]

It seems they are very strict on following the rules. Paolo mentioned in the video if certain things are not done you make the family look bad and it is considered rude.

[@rocketman3770]

Isnt it obvious. Why would you go if you cant offer money. Do you want to look like a freeloader bum? lol

[@LastBastion]

You just don't go, but you still will be considered rude tho,

[@Lulu51011]

Thanks for letting us see this wonderful occasion. Many blessings to your family and the future to come.