The baby, of course, is something of a break from custom. A modern take, on a not so modern marriage ceremony. But the rest of it: The shrine. The clothes. The cultured setting of Kamakura, Japan’s ancient capital. All combine to make it a wonderfully traditional, and fabulously photogenic, wedding.
Times a movin’ on in that particular realm of culture.. good to see.. lovely pic. actually bubba makes it really special.
Cheers! Yeah, having seen lots of similar weddings, the presence of the little fella did make it that little bit more special.
Even though I do like the white wedding kimono best (and I don’t think a White Wedding has the same meaning in Japan, with the baby and all), I have to say that the colourful kimono does have its charms
Yes, it certainly does!
The bridge in the background is I know, mostly ceremonial, but I’ve always wondered if someone, clad in traditional footwear would even be able to negotiate crossing it.
That’s a very good point. They probably would be able to cross it, but I doubt it’d be the most graceful of scenes!