About UsWhat is Kyoto Wakon?
We Are University Students.
Hi, we are students of Doshisha University in Kyoto and members of a project to spread the attraction of Kyoto Wakon to the world. To acieve this vision, we have conducted a event and wedding photography plan for people from overseas. Adding to these, to let evryone in the world know about "Kyoto Wakon", we created this website.
This website is for everyone who wants to know about "Kyoto Wakon(Japanese style wedding culture of Kyoto)".
What Is "Kyoto Wakon"?
"Wakon" means "Japanese style wedding" in Japanese such as a ceremony and photography which features Japanese culture and tradition. "Kyoto Wakon" is those which held in nature and cityscape of Kyoto.
It Is For Everyone
Now, not much people from other countries know about wakon. According to the survey we counducted toward tourists, 40% of them didn't recognisze it. Adding to that, although many think it is beautiful, some said "It's too formal" and "It looks hard to do".
However, Kyoto wakon is for everyone. There are so many photography and ceremony plans for people from other countries due to expantion of markets. If you want, you don't have to dress and make up like traditional Japanese style. You do not need to worry about a language barrier and religion problems.
Wearing a beautiful kimono with your beloved one and celebrate a new life will be your golden memory. Know about this wonderful culture here.