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Connecting hearts,
Uniting people through timeless bonds.
Living traditions, woven cultures, touching the soul.
Michinoku Wakon is a wedding platform rooted in the Tohoku region,
offering authentic Japanese weddings at esteemed shrines and temples,
including World Heritage Sites and National Treasures.

Rate Plans

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Shrines and Temples

Wedding Plans

248,000 yen (tax not included) ~

To ensure that both of you can approach your wedding day with peace of mind, our specialized planners with expertise in Shinto and Buddhist temple weddings will assist you from the initial consultation to the day of your ceremony.

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Included in the Plan:
Black Montsuki Hakama for the groom, White Shiromuku for the bride, Dressing service,
Western-style hair and makeup (for the bride), and full ceremony support.

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Shrines and Temples

Location Photo Plan

148,000 yen (tax not included) ~

Photo Plan for Memorable Locations and Beautiful Scenery:
Choose from Western or Japanese attire for your photoshoot at a place filled with memories or in a stunning location.

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Items Included in the Plan:
Groom's attire, bride's attire, dressing,
hair and makeup, photographer's fee (includes data delivery).

Rate Plan Details Page
The Wedding Process The Wedding Process The Wedding Process

Here is an overview of the general process from the time of application to the wedding day. We recommend starting preparations early, ideally around 6 to 3 months before the ceremony.

Step 1

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Select a shrine or temple and make a reservation or application

Please select the shrine or temple where you wish to hold your wedding ceremony and make a direct reservation. Kindly submit the wedding application form to the shrine or temple. Depending on the shrine or temple, a personal consultation may be required, so please be sure to confirm the details in advance.

Step 2

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Apply to us

Please check the terms and conditions enclosed in the materials we send you.

If you agree, please fill out and sign the formal application form and return it to us (Sorachine Harmony Co., Ltd.).
Please transfer the application fee of 100,000 yen to the following account.

Application Fee Payable to
Mizuho Bank Sendai Branch
Account number 4983746
Sorachine Harmony, Inc.

Please note
The contract will be finalized upon return of the official application form and confirmation of payment of the application fee. The number of weddings we can support per day is limited. The number of weddings we can support per day is limited.

Step 3

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Preparation 1 | Choosing your costume

Please visit our partner bridal shops to select your attire. Reservations through our company are required for viewing before finalizing your selection. Attire for your guests can also be chosen at partner shops near their residence.

Step 4

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Preparation 2 | Meeting, option selection, beauty rehearsal

We will proceed with the wedding planning via email and phone. We will offer suggestions tailored to your preferences regarding various options, such as the bride's attire and wig, photography and videography, and the post-ceremony meal.

■ At our partner bridal stores nationwide, you can try on your wedding attire along with a wig fitting.
■ A beauty rehearsal can be arranged the day before the wedding, so there is no need to make a separate trip just for the rehearsal.

Step 5

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Payment

The final items and total amount will be confirmed, and the invoice will be issued 1 to 2 weeks before the wedding. Please transfer the payment to the designated account by two days before the wedding (or two business days prior at financial institutions).

Step 6

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Wedding day

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At Michinoku Wakon, our staff is dedicated to supporting you throughout every step of the process, helping to create an unforgettable and perfect day for your wedding.

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    Consultation and meetings are flexible.

    We offer convenient consultations via LINE and flexible online consultations tailored to your preferred schedule. You can also choose your wedding attire from our partner stores nationwide, ensuring peace of mind even for those with busy schedules.

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    The only official authorization in Tohoku, offering a wide range of options.

    We are the only ones in Tohoku officially authorized to offer wedding plans at World Heritage sites and Japan's national treasures, including historic shrines and temples. From traditional Japanese weddings to chapel ceremonies, we provide special options for weddings and location photos in trusted and prestigious locations.

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    A commitment to stay close and adapt to your needs.

    We want a small, intimate wedding!
    An at-home ceremony with family and close friends!
    From start to finish, we strive to provide quick and personalized responses to meet your needs.

Kimono Fitting &
Wedding Consultation

Starting with direct consultations with specialized planners in traditional Japanese weddings, we offer popular events nationwide, including free kimono fitting experiences to help you envision your ceremony. Whether it's about the ceremony itself or pre-wedding preparations, feel free to ask our planners at Michinoku Wakon any questions or share any concerns you may have!

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Date & Time

October Event Schedule

Oct/6.12Sat. 19 Sat.27Sun.

November Event Schedule

Nov/3.9Sat.17.24.30Sat.

December Event Schedule

Dec/8Sun. 14Sat. 21 Sat. 28 Sat.

Year-end and New Year's return consultation

Dec/29Sun.30Mon. 1/4 Sat.5Sun.

January Event Schedule

Jan/12Sun.18Sat.26Sun.

Event Registration
Shinto and Buddhist ceremonies

Japanese Tradition
Sacred shrines and temples that still breathe life today.
Solemn rituals,
A dignified presence, pledging an eternal future.
Clad in the elegance of time-honored attire and noble customs,
We weave the bond between two hearts.

Japanese Wedding Bride

The spirit of Japan, passed down through time.
Walking with your beloved, dressed in your finest.
An unforgettable day, filled with the elegance of Japanese tradition.
With love and respect,
We promise to capture your beauty in memories that will last forever.

Traditional Japanese Wedding

Heart to heart, with deep connections and powerful emotions.
A ceremony adorned with tradition,
Celebrating the love of two,
Creating warm moments and a message beyond words.
It ties hearts together, strengthening the bonds.

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Tagging Memories

We had couples who held their wedding with Michinoku Wakon share their experiences and the charm of Michinoku Wakon.

Ceremony venue: Shiogama Shrine

"The warmth we felt from the handwritten letter and materials, along with the kindness of the staff, left a great impression on us."

Ceremony Venue: Chuson-ji World Heritage Site

"We were able to realize our ideal Buddhist wedding ceremony with the support of the planner and a truly special location."

Ceremony venue: Tsutsuraoka Tenmangu Shrine

"The Allure of a Shinto Ceremony and Michinoku Wakon in Sendai: Strengthening the Bonds Between Japan and Germany"

Click here to see the wedding report.

To the couple considering a wedding with Michinoku Wakon, from the Date Family.

"Shrines are considered symbols of Japan's unique spiritual culture, protecting both the peace of the nation and the daily lives of the people as their guardian deities. In Sendai, many shrines with deep ties to the Date family, who revered them since the feudal era, continue to stand. The heads of the Date family have long served as officiants, and this tradition has been carried on to the present day.
Through shrine weddings, I humbly offer my prayers for the couple’s happiness as they embark on their new journey together."
Date Yasmune, the 18th head of the Date family

Minekou Ikeda

"Throughout life, people encounter many milestones, known as rites of passage. Among them, a wedding is perhaps the most radiant, mystical, and beautiful.
It is a time to renew the mutual feelings of love and respect, and through elegant rituals, we hope to see Japan's traditional culture continue for generations to come."
Hoko Ikeda, Etiquette Instructor for the Sendai Domain

CEO's Message

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TRUST YOUR WAY
The future you believe in lies deep within the path ahead

I Experienced the Great East Japan Earthquake
During that time, I painfully realized that “what we take for granted is not guaranteed.”
Later, with the impact of COVID-19 threatening our health and human connections, I felt the same again.
In a single moment, earthquakes and the pandemic took away many precious things.
It was only after losing so much that I realized what truly matters in life.
Even when things are lost, what is truly essential can be revived by human will and passed down with care and love.
That, I believe, is what we call “culture” and “tradition.”
No matter the disaster, I am confident that, as long as people hold on to their will,
they can preserve and carry forward what is important.

A Japanese traditional wedding embodies the spirit and heart of Japan's culture.
When I first became a wedding planner, I looked at weddings from a bride’s perspective.
Now, I feel honored to be able to see weddings through the eyes of a parent.
A wedding is the day when parents shift from the role of “nurturing” to “watching over.”
It is a significant moment in a parent's life as they send off the child they’ve lovingly raised.

The daughter, who was nurtured with so much love during her happy childhood,
dresses in a pure white kimono, becoming a beautiful bride.
The son, more dependable and dignified than ever,
stands tall and proud as he reads the wedding vows aloud.
Watching this, no parent could feel prouder.
It is a day filled with joy, but also a touch of sadness—
a day that brings happiness and, at the same time, a little loneliness.

The fact that these two have met is thanks to the presence of their parents and ancestors who gave them life.
In modern weddings, commercial chapels, wedding dresses, and banquets often take center stage.
But we focus on the wedding ceremony, a once-in-a-lifetime ritual that only the couple can perform together.
We want couples to experience a moment where they can truly appreciate their parents and ancestors,
for giving them life,
and to thank the friends who have always been by their side.
A wedding is the perfect moment to express those words of gratitude.

The shrine or temple where the couple chooses to marry becomes a significant place,
not just for them, but for their family and guests.
This sacred location will become a cherished spot to visit for anniversaries,
New Year’s visits, prayers for safe childbirth, children's shrine visits, and the Shichi-Go-San ceremonies.
Shrines and temples have stood the test of time and will continue to do so.
They will always be there for you to visit.
The place where you hold your wedding will never disappear.
It will always be there, timeless and eternal.

There is a phrase in Japanese, "Wabi-Sabi,"
which teaches us to find beauty in imperfection and the passage of time,
to see the diverse beauty that emerges as things age, rather than view it negatively as deterioration.
When newly married, the couple is, of course, beautiful.
As time goes by, they will develop laugh lines and their appearances may change.
Yet they will share all that time together,
and it is this journey and transformation that we should see as beautiful.
Through a traditional Japanese wedding held at a shrine or temple,
we hope couples will learn to appreciate these changes and make them a guiding principle for their hearts.

It is said that in a lifetime, we meet around 30,000 people.
Among them, I am deeply grateful that the two of you have met each other.
May your wedding day be filled with happiness
and overflowing with gratitude...

Thank you for choosing to meet us at Michinoku Wakon!

Representative Director: Mio Kikuchi

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Timeless Traditions,
Endless Love

Clad in tradition,
A vow for the future.

In the Heart of Tohoku, Where Japan’s Traditions Live On
Let us help you celebrate an unforgettable day of vows that will touch your heart and soul.

At Michinoku Wakon, we are dedicated to making your special day truly meaningful.

We invite you to join our Free Traditional Kimono Experience & Personalized Wakon Consultation.

Free Wedding Consultation

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