joyfully invite you

Mei&Kenji

16 December 2026

Counting down to our big day

Welcome

As the cherry blossoms fall, we invite you to share the happiest day of our lives beneath them.

Our Story

Mei and Kenji met under a canopy of sakura in Kyoto's Maruyama Park, both reaching for the same fallen blossom. Every spring since, they've returned to that tree — and this spring, Kenji asked Mei to stay forever.

Schedule

Garden Ceremony

Wednesday, 16 December 2026 · 9:00 AM

The Blossom Pavilion

Kiyomizu Garden, Higashiyama, Kyoto

Vows beneath the cherry trees.

Tea Ceremony

Wednesday, 16 December 2026 · 10:00 AM

The Tea House

Kiyomizu Garden, Higashiyama, Kyoto

A traditional tea ceremony for our families.

Reception Banquet

Wednesday, 16 December 2026 · 12:00 PM

The Riverside Hall

Kiyomizu Garden, Higashiyama, Kyoto

Dinner and celebration into the evening.

Our Moments

Good to Know

Dress code
Garden formal

Your blessings are the truest gift. A goshugi (gift) reception will be held at the entrance, as is our custom.

When do the blossoms bloom?

We've chosen the date to fall in peak sakura season — please arrive early to enjoy the gardens.

Is the ceremony outdoors?

Yes, the ceremony is in the garden pavilion. In case of rain, we move to the covered tea house.

Are children welcome?

Absolutely — the gardens are a wonderful place for little ones.

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RSVP

Kindly respond by 25 November 2026