Wedding Party Report

I think that over the past few years, social recognition of the term "LGBTQ" has increased.
While the world is becoming more accepting and accepting of diversity,
Same-sex marriage is not yet legally recognized in Japan.

Opportunities to express gratitude to loved ones and be blessed with living together
I want every couple to be equal
Here's a wonderful party where I felt that way.

"One day I was at a friend's wedding.
There was a time when I felt like, "Why can't I choose to have a wedding?"
A wedding where you can experience such happiness
I feel so happy just being able to choose to raise it.
I wouldn't go so far as to say I admire them, but
I thought, 'I have the right to do this. I might as well do it.'"
And Yuko

Yoko, on the other hand, has never told her family or friends about her sexuality.

"Yuko has become a very close presence in my life.
When it becomes difficult to hide or make things add up
I felt uncomfortable that the truth was not being conveyed to those who were so important to me.
So, what if we had a wedding as a trigger?
"There's something I want you to hear. This is who I am."
I thought it would be an opportunity to convey that
It was a grand coming out."

Thoughts on weddings based on each person's background and values
We decided to raise it together.

When we talked during the meeting about what kind of day the wedding will be,
The couple spoke of it as a "miracle day."

"When I find a special person, I want to introduce them to other special people as 'this person is my special person.'
On the other hand, I want to introduce my partner to all the important people I've met in my life.
Connecting loved ones together and caring for them,
I think it would be wonderful if such a miraculous day could happen."

We decided not to have a wedding ceremony, but to have a wedding party.
At dusk in the autumn, guests arrive dressed up

Designer Yuko made it herself.
Tapestries and paper items in the welcome space
Even beer bottle labels were provided.

The dress selected by Yuko is
A piece from Safiyaa imported from London.

Safiyaa means "purity" in Arabic.
"As well as creating designs that our customers love, we also value the comfort and sense of security that our clothes provide when worn."
The wedding dresses that Daniel creates are
To help you relax on your special day
Luxurious fabrics are used generously and generously.
It provides an effortless wearing experience.

Square cut neckline and
The dress has a beautiful petal-like shoulder design.
It lightly colors Yuko's gentle atmosphere.

Yoko's dress
Born from the dress shop THE TREAT DRESSING atelier
Original dress from the brand TREAT MAISON

A back-conscious design with a matte crepe material and a wide open back
Bold fashion and elegance combined
The hairstyle is a tight low chignon.
With simple styling
Yoko's smile becomes even brighter.

Get rid of all the unnecessary things and enjoy a relaxed party with your guests.
Wedding dresses are now considered special and luxurious, unlike in the past.
A homely party with family and close friends.
A style unique to the two of you is complete.

What expression and emotion does the guest have as they sit behind the door?
With excitement, tension, and a whole range of other emotions in mind, it's time to enter.

"The moment the door slammed open was so memorable I'll never forget it.
At first I was overwhelmed and didn't know what was going on
There's a very warm atmosphere...
The moment I saw the face of my favorite friend standing nearby, I felt an indescribable emotion.

When I looked around the whole venue
"So many precious people have said YES to our plan and are sitting here with us.
All the people who are important to us are watching over us."
I felt so grateful."

Even though I can barely see through my tears, I can still tell
Yuko recalls that she received messages of congratulations from everyone.

Yoko is smiling broadly next to the crying Yuko.

"I was surprised when I turned around and saw Yuko crying.
I was rather very happy.
I wanted to hug and high-five each and every person who came!
Coming out about my sexuality
I met my friends for the first time and they were just as welcoming as ever."

Even though we've experienced the same thing, we feel differently.
The two of them look back and say, "It was fun again."

I want to host a party where my precious friends can have fun.
The wedding concept we decided on together

Introduce your precious friends and enjoy your meal.
This was the day I planned to spend that time.

"Not only the wedding day itself, but the preparations leading up to it were also wonderful."
"Yohko-san recalls the preparation period.

What do you want to do at this wedding?
How do you want to spend your time and money?
What do you think of your partner and guests?

During the meetings, I had many conversations with the planner, and the time we spent putting our ideas into words was extremely important.

"It's not easy to put your thoughts into words.
Because a wedding is such a big occasion
Face your current feelings and your feelings for the people you care about
It was a great opportunity to put my ideas into words."

"Because we cannot enter into a legal marriage,
A wedding where you can get everyone involved and publicly announce your relationship
I felt that this had a bigger impact than the fact that we were getting married.

When I received a blessing
"I started to think, 'It's ok to be more open with people who I've hidden from up until now.'"

Yoko, who revealed herself at the wedding, said:

"I've had so many friends say, 'I've never been to such a great wedding. It was the most fun I've ever had in my life.'"
Just hearing those words was enough to make it a success.
I truly feel glad that we had a wedding.

Also, spending the same day with each other's loved ones made us feel like we were family.
Up until now, when we have talked to each other
With someone I only knew as Mr./Ms. XX through my girlfriend
We connected at the wedding and became closer.

I'm glad that I have a place where I can reconnect with those important people.
"I feel like we've formed a bond through our wedding," said Yuko.

We asked the couple how they feel now that they have had their wedding.

"We live in an age where preconceived notions about many things are being torn away,
Weddings are not events for the sake of one's family or company, or for the sake of fulfilling one's social responsibilities.
"Enjoy your time by inviting your loved ones and loved ones."
I hope that such gatherings can also be called 'weddings.'"
And Yoko

"When you hear the words wedding and reception, you might think it's a big deal,
I think it would be good to have more different shapes.
Whether or not same-sex couples should hold wedding ceremonies varies based on personal values.
I think you should do what you want to do.
"Try it, it's fun," I can truly say.
I would be happy if we could be the catalyst for same-sex couples to hold wedding ceremonies."
And Yuko

Through Yuko and Yoko's wedding
It was a great opportunity for us to reexamine the true essence of weddings.

"There's someone I want to spend my whole life with"
I'm so glad to have met such a person, and that there is someone I want to share that relationship with.

Weddings have the power to connect people together.
I would like everyone, regardless of gender, to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

To achieve this, we want to give shape to each individual's thoughts.
I felt a strong desire to continue to cherish it with all my heart.

I wish you both the best of luck.

-Staff credit-
Hairmake:BiE
Photo: unison Fumi Muraoka instagram: @unison0422 / @lt2r_photo
Flower:U&Tse
Wedding planner: Maho Tomii