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

Bird personHisaishi Joe

Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind – Ending – Bird Person – Cover (Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind)

A piece marked by the beautiful melodies woven by Joe Hisaishi.

Used as the ending theme that colors the film’s climax, it was also included on the album “Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Image Album: Bird Person,” released in August 2004.

This work expresses through music the film’s imagery of the grand natural world and the coexistence of humans and nature, leaving a profound emotional impact on listeners.

It’s also popular as wedding background music, continually chosen as the perfect song to celebrate a couple’s new beginning.

Its warm atmosphere enhances the feeling of happiness.

Love is a flower, and you are its seed.Miyako Harumi

The Rose Cover ~ Harumi Miyako

Harumi Miyako’s singing voice gently yet powerfully conveys the essence of love.

Released in July 1991, this song drew major attention as the theme for the animated film “Only Yesterday.” Its lyrics, likening love to a flower and people to seeds, beautifully capture both the beauty and the pain of living.

The words, which evoke two people sharing life’s joys and hardships, make it a perfect choice for a wedding.

It’s a song that will resonate deeply not only with the bride and groom but with all the guests as well.

contrailArai Yumi

Contrail (Vapour Trail) – Yumi Arai (Yumi Matsutoya)

Released in November 1973 as Yumi Arai’s debut single, this work is a poignant story said to have been written in memory of a classmate who passed away when she was in elementary school, sung over a gentle melody.

In 2013, it was used as the theme song for Hayao Miyazaki’s film The Wind Rises, and after 40 years it once again moved the hearts of many.

Its message to a departed friend—may you be freed from all pain and be happy—seems perfectly suited not only to the bride and groom, but to a wedding that wishes happiness for everyone in attendance.

Breakfast SongTeshima Aoi

From Up On Poppy Hill – Breakfast Song (Asagohan no Uta) Morning Breakfast Song

It’s a gentle, comforting song that softly embraces the warmth of morning.

Aoi Teshima’s clear voice vividly paints time spent with family and loved ones.

From preparing breakfast to gathering around the table, the lyrics are filled with the small joys of everyday life.

Used as an insert song in Studio Ghibli’s film From Up on Poppy Hill, it resonated with many listeners.

Like the warm light of morning, this song is recommended for those who want to color moments with someone special.

It’s perfect for heartwarming occasions such as weddings and family gatherings.

Someone at any timeJōjō Taihūn

Shang Shang Typhoon “Whenever Someone Is There” ~Let’s Go, Japan! Everyone’s Cheer Song ♪~

The ending theme of the 1994 film Pom Poko.

With lyrics that say, “Don’t forget—there will always, without fail, be someone by your side,” it’s perfect for newlyweds about to embark on a new chapter of their lives.

Loved by a wide audience as “a song that makes your heart swell every time you hear it,” this track is sure to become unforgettable for both the couple and their guests when played at a wedding.

Its nostalgic feel also makes it a great choice as background music for a slideshow looking back on childhood.