- Yuinou (Betrothal Ceremony) -
Betrothal ceremony is a Japanese tradition and its origin goes back to Muromachi era. Yuinou means literally connect and contribute. It also signifies connect heart to heart, family to family. Ceremony procedures vary by regions, and provinces.
The younger tend to simplify a wedding ceremony and betrothal ceremony, however the tradition is still cherished as one of sophisticated Japanese traditional customs.

- Yuino Kazari (Yuinou gift) -
Yuinou Kazari exchanged at ceremony varies by regions depending on its customs and traditions. Every Yuinou Kazari has a special meaning that wishes a prosperous family.
Crane motif - It is said that a brace of cranes are faithful all their lives even one of them lost the other.
Turtle - It signifies continuation, persistence and patience.
Pine - It signifies verdure forever.
Bamboo - It signifies modesty, innocence and growth.
Prum - It signifies fulfillment and prosperity.

- Kekkonshiki (Wedding Ceremony) -
Mizuhiki art is often seen at Wedding ceremony, for instance, Kimono, wedding dress, and bride's hair clip, table wares, ornaments of the site. It lights up the ceremony.

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- Kinpu , Noshi-bukuro (Congratulatory And Bereavement Envelope) -
Please note that its cording and folding style varies by the nature of the occasions.

Hanamuzubi: This can be untied so it is used for events that are desired to occur repeatedly. Musubikiri: This can not be untied, so this style is used for events that are not desired to occur again.	Keiji: Folded bottom part should be placed over the upper part, wishing a good lick. Keiji: Folded bottom part should be placed over the upper part, wishing a good lick.
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