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Experience Itako culture in Japanese bridal wear

Waterside Wedding Photos - Meotobune Itako Bride - Ibaraki Prefecture

USD5,244.00(JPY750,000)

  • A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
    *If your reservation cannot be completed, WAmazing Play will process your refund.
  • Required Time:
    480minutes

    *Change into Japanese wedding attire - return to the lodgings after taking photos

  • Reservation Time:
    13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese
Participants(Min.):
2 People
Participants(Max.):
10 People
Payment Method:
Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
Fee:
JPY750,000 each for up to max 10 participants
Age (Min.):
16 years old
Parent/ Guardian Required:
Under 16 years old
Cancellation:
Yes
Booking deadline:
40 days prior by 17:00

Activity

Experience a waterside wedding photo experience in Japanese style! Enjoy a bridal photoshoot (Meotobune Itako bride) that embodies the traditional culture of the water town of Itako!

Suigo Itako is a town which prospered through its use of boat transportation. When brides married they traditionally boarded the rofune boats to receive blessings from the villagers.

Experience Japanese kimono culture with a bridal Shiromuku and a Hakama for the groom

There is no need to worry as staff will support you during the entire photoshoot!

Photos will be taken in multiple locations, including the Suigo Former Isoyama Residence, aboard the robune, or on a rickshaw!

A number of photos will be taken in the Japanese-style rooms and gardens of the Japanese house, aboard the robune boat at the Suigo Itako Iris Park, and on a rickshaw at Choshoji Temple, a temple founded by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1185.

Lodgings will be provided at the Suigo Former Isoyama Residence, a Japanese house built in 1899

Stay at the Suigo Former Isoyama Residence for two nights. The entire building will be reserved so up to 10 guests can stay.
(Meals can be ordered as an additional option).


Schedule

  • Day before photo shoot: Arrive at Bridal Gallery Marumiya

    Staff from Itako Co., Ltd. will be waiting with a sign. Please present your name and My Page reservation screen when you arrive.
    We will prepare the outfits the day before shooting to ensure the day of runs smoothly.

  • The day of the photo shoot: 8:10 AM - arrive at Bridal Gallery Marumiya → dressing and makeup → move to the shooting location → 10:10 AM arrive at the Isoyama residence

    Please arrive at Bridal Gallery Marumiya for the bride to be dressed in the Shiromuku and Hakama respectively. We will move to the shooting location once makeup is completed and you are ready to begin.
    Transportation will be by taxi (paid for by the customer)

  • Photo shoot begins! 10:15 AM - Isoyama residence → 11:20 AM - Meotobune boat ride → 11:55 AM - Rickshaw ride at the Suigo Itako Iris Park → 12:20 PM - Choshoji Temple → 1:00 PM - Tsugarugan Plaza

    The photo shoot will take approximately 3 hours and end around 1:05 PM.
    There are restrooms at the shooting locations, however, please use the restroom before shooting if possible.

  • 1:50 PM - Bridal Gallery Marumiya → change clothes → head to lodgings → 3:10 PM - arrive at the Isoyama residence

    Change into your own clothing back at Bridal Gallery Marumiya and head to your lodgings.
    Transportation will be by taxi (paid for by the customer).

  • Day after photo shoot: 10:00 AM - Check-out and end of the experience

    This experience ends upon check-out the day after the photo shoot.


Included in the Fee

Bride/groom outfit rental (white Shiromuku/black Hakama), bridal hair (Western style) and makeup, groom dressing, accompanying makeup artist
Photo data (about 100 shots), photographer, boat ride fee (bride and groom only), rickshaw ride fee (bride and groom only)
Two night stay at the accommodation (stay the night before and day of the shoot)
Photoshoot facility fees (Isoyama residence, Suigo Itako Iris Park, Choshoji Temple, Tsugarugashi Plaza [Ishinokura])

Not included in the Fee

We are able to advise on general transportation expenses (travel expenses to Japan, transportation from the arrival airport to Bridal Gallery Marumiya, as well as to your accommodation at the Isoyama residence) including taxis, etc.
We are able to recommend nearby restaurants for meals during your stay upon request (optional).

Meeting Place

Bridal Gallery Marumiya

987-1 Sawarai, Katori-shi, Chiba Prefecture

Directions

Nearest StationJR Sawara Station

Directions to Nearest Station15 minutes by taxi

Destination by TaxiBridal Gallery Marumiya


Things guests need to prepare on the day of the activity (clothes, belongings, etc.)

The groom should wear a white V-neck T-shirt and undergarments such as tights or heattech depending on the season.

The bride should arrive without makeup. Makeup will be put on by a makeup artist after arrival at Bridal Gallery Marumiya.

Please prepare any items you would like to use during the photo shoot.


Cancellation Policy

The cancel fee is based on the timing of the cancellation. Please check the cancellation policy below.

  • After 35 days before date of use
    10%
  • After 30 days before date of use
    20%
  • After 20 days before date of use
    50%
  • After 10 days before date of use
    100%

Notes

[Notes]
• Preschool children can participate if accompanied by a guardian.
• Your reservation will be cancelled if you are late to the meeting time without prior notice.

[About the photoshoot]
This is a photoshoot for the bride and groom. Relatives and friends may also join for some photos (group photos, etc.) upon request.

[About the robune]
Please add the additional option if a relative or friend would like to board the boat.

[About lodging and shooting facilities]
Accommodation: Suigo Former Isoyama Residence, a Japanese house built 125 years ago
Equipment/Amenities: Internet connection (wireless LAN) / kettle / tea set / refrigerator / dryer / body soap / shampoo / conditioner / toothbrush set / razor / brush / towel / bath towel / yukata / slippers / microwave

Photo shoot facilities:
• The 125-year-old traditional Japanese residence, Suigo Former Isoyama Residence
• Suigo Itako Iris Park
• Choshoji Temple
• Tsugarugashi Plaza "Ishinokura"

[Cancellation policy]
• The event may be canceled to ensure safety in the event of bad weather, natural disasters, or other circumstances. WAmazing Play customer support or the organizer will contact the emergency contact in this situation. Please ensure to check your email and incoming calls on the day of your appointment. (Estimated contact time: 1 day in advance, after 1:00 PM)

[Language support]
Communication through body language

Organizer

Town Development Tourism Department, Itako Co., Ltd

591-1 Itako, Itako-shi, Ibaraki Prefecture

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Number of participants
USD0.00(JPY0)
Unavailable:Summer season (May - end of September), New Year holidays (December 28 - January 3), Coming of Age Ceremony (around January 10)
Optional Extras
Breakfast (per person)(+ USD 10.49)
Available at the Isoyama residence. Includes 1 drink.
Lunch (per person)(+ USD 20.98)
Served at the Isoyama residence or at a nearby restaurant. Includes 1 drink.
Dinner (per person)(+ USD 34.96)
Served at the Isoyama residence or at a nearby restaurant. Includes 1 drink.
Robune boat(+ USD 69.92)
Each boat can accommodate up to 10 people.
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