[Ghibli × Wedding] Carefully Selected Ghibli Masterpieces to Brighten Your Wedding Ceremony and Reception

Dragon BoyHisaishi Joe

Spirited Away – Dragon Boy ( Daizo Edit Extended)

From Studio Ghibli’s hugely famous film Spirited Away, this is “The Dragon Boy.” The “dragon” refers to Haku, and the piece is used in the scene where Haku and Chihiro meet and then depart from the bathhouse.

In the film, the New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra performs it: a mystical tone born from layered harp and piano leads into flowing horn lines, while the woodwinds stack in perfect fourths to evoke a traditional Japanese atmosphere.

This performance is a longer version than the one in the film, making “The Dragon Boy” even more powerful.

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Always With MeKimura Yumi

Yumi Kimura - "Always With Me"

Yumi Kimura’s signature song, released in July 2001 as the theme for the film “Spirited Away.” Her gentle voice and the beautiful timbre of the lyre further enhanced the film’s mysterious atmosphere.

The lyrics, themed around dreams, hope, and the cycles of life, resonate deeply with listeners.

Carrying the message that “beyond sorrow lies hope,” this piece is also popular at weddings.

Its warm ambiance, celebrating the start of a new chapter in life, makes it a perfect choice to color such a special day.

Name of LifeKimura Yumi

Name of Life – Yumi Kimura Spirited Away The River of That Day

Yumi Kimura’s song, known as the theme for the film Spirited Away, is beloved by many for its gentle melody and moving lyrics.

Accompanied by the sound of the lyre, this piece sings of the preciousness of life and hope for the future.

Released in July 2003, it reached as high as No.

6 on the Oricon chart.

It is also popular as wedding background music, chosen by many couples as the perfect song to celebrate the bond with a loved one and the start of a new life.

Its warm vocals and soothing tones will gracefully enhance those unforgettable, beautiful moments.

Ashitaka SeikIHisaishi Joe

The Legend of Ashitaka (Symphonic Suite “Princess Mononoke” / Live)

This piece, which symbolizes the adventures and growth of Ashitaka, the protagonist of the film Princess Mononoke, is characterized by its piano solo and flavorful arrangement.

Composed for the film released in 1997, it was also used in the ending and left a deep impression on audiences.

Expressing themes such as the relationship between humans and nature, the preciousness of life, and harmony through a beautiful melody, it is also popular as wedding background music.

With its relaxed atmosphere, it’s a song that makes you feel the bond with someone special, making it perfect for moving scenes at a wedding reception.

Ashitaka and SanHisaishi Joe

[Piano] Ashitaka and San ~Princess Mononoke~ (Joe Hisaishi)

The main theme of Princess Mononoke, composed by Joe Hisaishi.

Characterized by grand orchestration and a delicate melody, it conveys through music the beauty and power of nature and the complexity of human emotions.

Featured on the soundtrack released in July 1997 and acclaimed both in Japan and abroad, this piece is used in the film’s key, moving scenes.

Using it for a wedding ceremony or reception will undoubtedly make the start of your new life even more wonderful.

Ashitaka DiaryHisaishi Joe

Princess Mononoke – The Legend of Ashitaka

This is “The Legend of Ashitaka” from Studio Ghibli’s feature-length animated film Princess Mononoke, a work that stands proudly as a heavy and grand orchestral piece in its own right.

Studio Ghibli began as a feature animation production company with the release of Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind on March 11, 1984, and Princess Mononoke is its tenth film.

It is also known for elevating animation from something consumed solely by fans to a form of “art.” The production scale was immense, and from around this time, more recordings featured live orchestral performances.

Listening to the music, it is not merely background accompaniment for animation but sounds like a worthy new classical work in its own right.

The orchestral performance was by the Tokyo City Philharmonic Orchestra, and this was also the first time a permanent professional orchestra, rather than an ad hoc ensemble, was employed.

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Princess MononokeMera Yoshikazu

Princess Mononoke

Many people must have been captivated by Yoshikazu Mera’s enveloping voice and the song’s otherworldly sound.

As the theme song of the film Princess Mononoke, this piece is highly recommended as BGM to enhance emotional moments at a wedding.

If you feel that the lyrics—steeped in the film’s worldview—might not suit the wedding atmosphere, consider using the instrumental version.

If you want to create a calm mood, a piano version with delicate tones that gently draws the listener in could also be a great choice.