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The Ryukyu Dynasty's wedding ceremony: "The Throne Wedding"

Ryukyu Dynasty wedding ceremony: Gyokuza-kon (royal throne wedding)

The "Initiation Ceremony"

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The gyokuza-kon (royal throne wedding)
Ryukyu Dynasty wedding ceremony: Gyokuza-kon (royal throne wedding)
The "Initiation Ceremony" program

The Ryukyu Dynasty wedding ceremony of the throne is a magnificent event that takes place during the Ryukyu Dynasty era, with the wedding ceremony performed with the traditional performing arts of sound and dance.

  • The welcoming dance

    The welcoming dance(TYPE A)

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    Enjoy the traditional Ryukyu dance, wearing Ryukyu clothing and a flower headdress, and gracefully dancing with four bamboo sticks in your hands. The sound of the four bamboo sticks will dispel any bad vibrations.

  • The welcoming dance

    The welcoming dance(TYPE B)

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    This is a welcoming dance performed with lion dance. It is said that biting this lion brings about benefits such as "no illness and no misfortune" and "good fortune and good luck".

  • Spectacular performance

    Spectacular performance

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    The entrance and wedding ceremony are beautifully enhanced by the sounds of Ryukyu music, performed on shamisen, flute, and teco.

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    The bride and groom, transformed into the King and Queen of Ryukyu with the guidance of four bamboo poles, entered the stage on a 20-meter red carpet.

  • The ceremony of Suddhinuchcharai

    The ceremony of Suddhinuchcharai

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    Placing a single kruncho on the shoulders of the two of you signifies unity of heart and eternal commitment.

  • The Ceremony of the Mizui

    The Ceremony of the Mizui

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    The ritual of pouring water on the two people's foreheads; the water of both families is harmonious and familiar; the departure of the two people is purified and I wish them everlasting happiness.

  • The Shofukui Ceremony

    The Shofukui Ceremony

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    The first time represents the previous life, the second the present life, and the third represents the next life, signifying the depth and significance of the relationship.

  • The Ceremony of Yurenubun

    The Ceremony of Yurenubun

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    We vow to share the dishes served in one set of dishes alternately and to help each other as we do so.

  • Replacement of the ring

    Replacement of the ring

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    An endless circular ring. By exchanging the ring, you vow eternal love, and by wearing the ring, you make it a testament to your wedding.

  • Engagement and marriage certificate

    Engagement and marriage certificate

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    We pledge to be grateful to our parents, relatives, and friends, to respect each other’s feelings and to celebrate our future prosperity and prosperity forever and ever.