Wedding songs that are perfect for traditional Japanese attire: A roundup of recommended tracks for weddings and receptions

Every TimeSweetbox

Sweetbox- Everytime Tribute

Sweetbox is essential for wedding scenes.

They have many songs that go beautifully with wedding dresses, and—as you might expect—there are also numbers that suit traditional Japanese attire.

This track carries a Japanese aesthetic, yet features native English lyrics, creating a curious blend.

It adds a stylish touch to a Japanese-style entrance scene.

Always togetherJAY’ED

JAY’ED “Always Together”

This song, sung by JAY’ED, a singer of Japanese and New Zealand descent, is characterized by lyrics about two people who are just about to get married and will always be together.

The occasional English that appears in the song might make an even more striking contrast with the traditional Japanese attire.

Poem of the Wind: The World HeritageKomatsu Ryota

The theme song of “The World Heritage”

When it comes to bandoneon players in Japan, the go-to name is Ryota Komatsu.

With a sound quite similar to the accordion, he delivers a crisp, romantic tone.

This piece, with its exotic atmosphere, is perfect for a traditional Japanese-style entrance.

That said, for this particular track, a Showa-modern style of kimono feels especially fitting.

Blossom BanquetKOKIA

KOKIA / Flower Banquet [K∞A #01]

This is a song by KOKIA, a Japanese singer-songwriter who enjoys high popularity and acclaim in Hong Kong and across Asia.

As the title suggests, it’s themed around springtime cherry blossoms, and it’s a distinctly Japanese piece where the tones of traditional instruments blend beautifully with KOKIA’s bewitching, almost operatic vocals.

It’s perfect not only for spring weddings but also highly recommended for night weddings.

That faraway, distant voicehimegami

Himekami – That Far, Distant Voice (Power Drum Mix)

This piece is said to be influenced by Tohoku folk and ethnic music, and it exudes a mythical, ethereal atmosphere.

While the style and melody are highly distinctive, the vocals—often referred to as the Himekami voice—are also one of the elements that heighten the song’s mystique.

Poem of the Godshimegami

Himekami - Poems of the Gods

Himekami is a music unit based in Iwate Prefecture that releases modern arrangements of Tohoku folk songs and Japanese ethnic music.

This piece was used as the theme song for the documentary program “Poem of the Gods.” The lyrics are in the Jomon language.

It’s a track that creates a distinctive entrance scene.

Change – editMonkey Majik & Yoshida Kyoudai

Monkey Majik + Yoshida Brothers Change

This is a collaboration song between Monkey Majik and the shamisen duo, the Yoshida Brothers.

While strongly emphasizing a traditional Japanese flavor, the pop band sound feels very fresh.

The chorus, “Change,” is awesome! It’s sure to brighten and energize the beginning of the couple’s new life together!