[Deadline: November 25] Love Fest Double Week 2026: Public Wedding Ceremony—Call for Real Couples
As part of a special event for “Love Fest Double Week,” the Okinawa Resort Wedding Association is seeking real-life couples to participate in a public wedding ceremony at the La Salle Sea Resort chapel. Why not exchange vows of eternal love in a chapel overlooking the Okinawan ocean, surrounded by many guests?
What Is a Public Wedding Ceremony?
A public wedding ceremony is a ceremony in which a real couple holds their actual wedding in a format that allows event attendees and the general public to watch. Unlike the “mock weddings” performed by models at bridal fairs and similar events, this is an official, once-in-a-lifetime wedding for the couple.
- A Real Wedding: Led by a pastor, the ceremony will follow the same sequence as a traditional wedding, from the exchange of vows and rings to the signing of the marriage certificate.
- Let's All Celebrate: Guests in attendance will also join in singing hymns and participating in the flower shower, as the entire venue comes together to celebrate the couple’s new beginning.
- Conveying the Charm of Okinawa: Through your wedding ceremony, we’ll bring the magic of an Okinawa resort wedding to life for couples planning their own weddings and tourists visiting the island.
The Purpose of This Project
"Love Fest Double Week" is a campaign designed to highlight the appeal of spending a "couple’s anniversary" in Okinawa. The public wedding ceremony serves as the centerpiece of this campaign, with the goal of allowing as many people as possible to experience the beauty of getting married in Okinawa. Photos and videos from your special day will be featured in the association’s public relations and promotional materials.
Overview of the event
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Date and Time | [Day 1] Saturday, December 26, 2:30–3:00 p.m.<br>[Day 2] December 27 (Sun), 3:00–3:30 p.m. |
| Venue | La Salle Sea Resort Chapel |
| Wedding Ceremony Styles | Christian Ceremony (Duration: 30 minutes) |
| Number of Classes Being Recruited | One group per day (2 groups total) |
| Viewing | The event will be open to the general public and fair attendees. |
Wedding Ceremony Schedule (30 minutes)
- Opening Ceremony and Master of Ceremonies' Remarks
- Entrance of the Pastor and the Groom
- The Bride's Entrance
- Hymn Singing
- Vows
- Replacement of the ring
- Lifting the Veil: The Kiss of Vows
- Signing the Marriage Certificate
- Declaration of Marriage
- The Bride and Groom Exit
Eligibility Requirements
- Couples who are planning to get married or who are already legally married but have not yet held a wedding ceremony
- Those who can arrive at the venue on any of the dates listed above, including the time immediately before and after the ceremony
- Individuals who consent to having their wedding ceremony photographed and to the publication of photos and videos on the association’s website, social media, and promotional materials
- Those of you who have Instagram accounts for both of you
Benefits
- We provide the ceremony fee, attire, and hair and makeup at no charge.
- **Please note that this project does not offer any compensation (monetary payment) for participation.** Please be aware of this before applying.
How to Apply
Please fill out the required information on the application form below to apply.
- Application Form:https://forms.gle/mP6KM81cCeXS6Sb6A
- Application Deadline: November 25
Application Categories
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Your Names | The groom and the bride, respectively |
| Your Ages | The groom and the bride, respectively |
| Contact Information | Email Address and Phone Number |
| Preferred Dates | December 26 (Sat) / December 27 (Sun) / Either date is fine |
| Reason for Applying | What inspired you to apply for the public wedding ceremony, and what are your thoughts as a couple? |
| The Couple's Instagram | Account Name (for the groom and bride, respectively) |
About the Selection Process
- If we receive a large number of applications, we will base our selection on the applicants' reasons for applying.
- We will notify only the selected applicants of the selection results by (Date).
- If you are selected, we will schedule a preliminary meeting (which can be held online).
Notes
- You will be responsible for your own transportation and lodging expenses to the venue.
- Since this is a public wedding ceremony, members of the general public may be present to watch or take photos.
- The photos and videos you take may be used on the Association’s and affiliated organizations’ websites, social media, and promotional materials.
- As a general rule, we cannot accept cancellations after you have been selected.
- The personal information you provide will not be used for any purpose other than the selection process and communication regarding this project.
Contact us
Okinawa Resort Wedding Association (General Incorporated Association), Secretariat, Contact: Uechi
- Email:[email protected]