37 FramesWhen alternative wedding plans turn into the perfect summer elopement in Atami, Shizuoka, Japan.
A beautiful summer elopement in Japan featured here on the blog today. Their elopement video the perfect memory for both them. And for family back home.
Their wedding plans in Nigeria were still disrupted by extended COVID-19 travel restrictions. So elopement plans here in Japan went into effect. And it was intimate, private, fun and beyond magical.
With breathtaking views of the emerald colored mountains and the deep turquoise sea, they connected with nature and each other. Sweeping vistas. Mt Fuji nearby. And a private elopement picnic all to themselves in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Congratulations Esther and Daodu. Truly a beautiful celebration. They did a YouTube Live to their myriad of subscribers, had a first dance under the beating sun and took in a pale pink sunset to finish.
A Private Garden Elopement in Japan
Their private garden wedding in Japan was held in the ‘Secret Garden’ at the beautiful, Akao Herb & Rose Garden, one of the leading rose gardens in the world. Set high on the spectacular Atami Cliffs in Shizuoka. Shizuoka is made up of two kanji, shizu, meaning “still” or “calm”; and oka, meaning “hills”. Stunning vistas, with so many vignettes, filled with romance & wonder. The perfect place to exchange vows and commit to each other.
After the I do’s, they explored the dramatic rose-covered grounds around Coeda House, designed by the famous architect Kengo Kuma. A stop for rose-infused treats & refreshments.
We all then traveled the back roads of Atami to take in the Izu Skyline before arriving at Jukkkoku Pass. Literally meaning “ten countries pass”, it is claimed that ten old provinces of Japan can be seen from the summit of the pass. The summit is reached by taking a darling cable car, 316m in length. At the top their picnic awaits. Time to just be…together… offering a superb view of iconic Mt Fuji on a clear day. From the Pass, there’s a complete panoramic view of Suruga Bay, Sagami Bay and more. Their story drenched in drama, romance and the promise of exquisite adventures to come.
We loved planning this elopement. The vision all came together perfectly. The 37 Frames elopement team and the local vendors all working together beautifully to create this magical day.
And it was truly was spectacular.
Here is their beautiful wedding video with meaningful words and vows. (Highlight reel at the end of the post!)
Eloping in Japan is Magical. No matter what the season!
We always tell our couples, that we can never control what the day will bring : whether that’s rain, typhoons, or something equally dramatic. But the day will be perfect no matter what is thrown their way. As its theirs. Their story. Their day.
Eloping might not be a couple’s first choice for their wedding this year in this pandemic world. But love always finds a way. And with an open heart and an open mind, these alternative wedding plans sometimes just end up being the wedding of your dreams.
In a perfect summer elopement in Japan, Esther and Daodu committed their lives to one another. It was emotional and raw. Here’s their beautiful wedding video in Japan. A story to remember forever. (2021 couples… your stories are ones for the ages…)!
See another 37 Frames summer Elopement in Japan here.
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Summer Elopement in Japan Highlight Video:
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