Q & A about Wedding
- What should I prepare first?
- When should I make a reservation?
- When is the best time to have a wedding in Hawaii?
- Can I make a tentative reservation for the church?？
- Should I complete the registration before the wedding ceremony?
- I’m thinking of renting costumes in Hawaii. I’m worried about whether I’ll be able to find something I like.。
- I’m worried about my makeup. It’s not that I doubt the makeup artist.
- By when should I apply for hair and makeup, bouquets, photos, etc.?
- Could you arrange a hotel for us?
Q & A about Ceremony
- I believe the pastor is a foreigner, but will the ceremony be held in English?
- Since my fiancee is American, I would like to have an English wedding ceremony.
- I would like to have a legal wedding.
- Do I have to walk the Virgin Road with my father?
- Is it better to have a ring pillow?
- He says he doesn’t want to exchange rings.
- I’m embarrassed about kissing during the ceremony.
- Are guests not allowed to take photos during the ceremony?
- I don’t want to show my fiancee or the guests my wedding dress until just before the ceremony.
- I would like to ask my friends to be best man or bridesmaid.
- There are children among the guests. I would like to have them participate in a ceremony.
- I would like to give a lei to my parents.
- I would like to include my friend’s hula dance during the ceremony.
- My fiance doesn’t want to wear a tuxedo…
- What kind of clothes should guests wear?
Q & A about Reception
- I don’t have a MC, but I’d like to cut the cake and give a toast.
- Can you make menus and place cards?
- I have made the menu and place cards, but could you please set them up for me?
- I have request for table center decorations.
- I have guest with allergies, can you change the ingredients?
- I have a wedding cake that I would like you to make.
Q & A about others
- I found a bouquet in the magazine that I liked. Could you make the same one?
- I really want a plumeria bouquet.
- I would like to hire a photographer, but I don’t have a lot of budget.
- I have sensitive skin. I might have some allergies.
- Please tell me the precautions to take when caring for a wedding dress.
About Legal Wedding
Q & A about Planning
What should I prepare first?
First, let’s talk about the wedding date. Popular churches may not be available on your desired date.
Next, arrange the reception. After that, we discuss and decide on hair, makeup, bouquet, photos, etc.
When should I make a reservation?
Reservations can be made up to one year in advance. Recently, more and more people are making reservations two to three months in advance.
When is the best time to have a wedding in Hawaii?
In terms of climate, December to February is the rainy season, so it often rains in the mornings and evenings. However, in Hawaii, rain during the wedding ceremony is said to be a blessing from God and is considered a good omen. It may be the best season any time of the year.
Can I make a tentative reservation for the church?
It varies by church, but many churches allow you to make provisional reservations. We will let you know at the time of tentative reservation if any church charges a fee for cancellation or change.
Should I complete the registration before the wedding ceremony?
Most churches do not require registration before the wedding ceremony. In rare cases, some churches require prior registration.
I’m thinking of renting costumes in Hawaii. I’m worried about whether I’ll be able to find something I like.
I’m worried about my makeup. It’s not that I doubt the makeup artist.
All of our makeup artists are Japanese. In addition to weddings, we also have extensive experience in commercials and show events.
By when should I apply for hair and makeup, bouquets, photos, etc.?
The final decision on options can be made up to two weeks before the wedding. However, if you have a desired hair/makeup or photo plan, we recommend that you make a reservation early.。
Could you also arrange a hotel?
We are happy to provide additional arrangements at reasonable rates by working directly with the hotel.
Q & A about Ceremony
I believe the pastor is a foreigner, but will the ceremony be held in English?
The pastor we hire will perform the ceremony in English and Japanese (and sometimes Hawaiian). Please use Japanese for the “words of vows” and “words for exchanging rings” that the two of you will say. Don’t worry, all you have to do is repeat one verse after the teacher says, “Please repeat.” We will also practice at a rehearsal before the ceremony.
Since my fiancé is American, I would like to have an English wedding ceremony.
it’s okay. It is also possible to have a ceremony where the entire ceremony is in English, or only the vows are in English and the rest are in English and Japanese.
Legal Wedding
リーガル ウェディングはアA legal wedding is a legally recognized and official marriage in the United States. After arriving in Hawaii, you will need to go through the necessary procedures at the health department. We also offer escort services, so please contact us. In the marriage registration in Japan, it is written as “Marriage took place on 〇〇〇 in Hawaii, USA. It will be a great souvenir. Please note that your marriage certificate will be delivered approximately 40 days after you return to Japan.
Do I have to walk the Virgin Road with my father?
It has the meaning of passing the bride to the groom, so it is not suitable for everyone, but if your father is not in attendance, why not walk with your mother or brother? . Of course, it’s okay to walk with him as a couple.
Is it better to have a ring pillow?
We also have many cute items available. It’s okay if you don’t bring your own.
He says he doesn’t want to exchange rings during the ceremony.
It will be a wonderful ceremony even without a ring exchange ceremony. Don’t worry.
The kiss during the wedding ceremony is embarrassing.
The final kiss is meant to seal the vows. If you’re really embarrassed, it’s okay to kiss her on the cheek or her dick.
Are guests not allowed to take photos during the ceremony?
At The Kahala, we are able to take photos and videos during the ceremony. Guests are not allowed to be photographed in the church during the ceremony. Instead, you can take lots of pictures during rehearsals, etc.
I don’t want to show my fiance & the guests in my wedding dress until just before the ceremony.
Please schedule a rehearsal the day before. However, there are restrictions such as taking photos, and it may be difficult depending on the church. Please contact us.
I would like to ask my friend to be the best man or bridesmaid.
The ceremony will be gorgeous. Nice. Don’t forget to arrange mini-girlfriend bouquets for the bridesmaids and boutonnieres for the best men.
There are children among the guests. I would like to have you participate in a ceremony.
This is also a great idea that will make your wedding ceremony lively. Flower girls are common for girls, and ring boys are common for boys. Participating in the wedding ceremony can be stressful, so children must be at least 4 years old or older.
I would like to give a lei to my parents.
I think that’s a very good idea. Recommended after the ceremony. Please leave it to our coordinators who will guide you well.
I would like to include my friend’s hula dance during the wedding ceremony.
In the past, we have experienced various things at our wedding ceremonies, such as a friend’s hula dance, a friend’s song, and a friend’s bagpipe performance. If it is a church ceremony, it will be difficult to demonstrate during the ceremony. In that case, we will discuss options such as having it done in the garden after the ceremony.
My fiance doesn’t want to wear a tuxedo…
No problem. Aloha shirts are formal attire in Hawaii, so wearing an aloha shirt is fine. White is probably the best color for the shirt. White is recommended to match with pants and shoes. If you are looking for an aloha shirt, you can get a Miley Lei to make it even more Hawaiian.
What kind of clothes should guests wear?
Broadly speaking, it can be divided into formal dress style such as morning style, or Hawaiian style aloha style. It’s a good idea to let your guests know in advance what you want the couple to look like. By having everyone wear the same type of clothing, the ceremony will have a nice, unified feel.
Q & A about Reception
We don’t have a MC, but I’d like to cut the cake and give a toast.
If your reception is arranged by us, don’t worry, our coordinator will help you with everything from seating you to your seats, toasting, and cutting the cake (first part-time job).
Could you make me a menu and place cards for the reception?
It will cost a little more, but I will make it for you.
I have made the menu and place cards, but could you please set them up for me?
Please leave it in advance and we will set it up for you. Please choose for me.
I have request for table center decorations.
Please send us your photos by e-mail, etc. We will create something that is as close to your wishes as possible.
If one of our guests has an allergy, can you change the ingredients?
Please contact us in advance. Coordinate with restaurants and hotels.
We have a wedding cake that I really want you to make.
Please send us your photos by e-mail, etc. We will give you a quote. We will create something as close to your wishes as possible.。
Q & A about Others
I found a bouquet I liked in a magazine. Could you make the same one?
Yes, of course we will consult with you. Please send photos etc. by e-mail etc. We will give you a quote. Please note that some flower materials are not available in Hawaii.
I really want a plumeria bouquet.
Plumeria is a flower material that is difficult to obtain as it depends on the season and weather. We will do our best to prepare the bouquet of your choice, but in case it is not available, please decide on your second choice as well.
I would like to hire a professional photographer, but my budget is limited.
Our photography plans have various settings depending on the content of the shoot. We also have professional “take-all” plans, so please feel free to contact us.
I have quite sensitive skin. I might have some allergies
Basically, we don’t use strong cosmetics. I don’t think there will be any problems, but just to be safe, please bring your own makeup base.
Please tell me how to handle the wedding dress
When you arrive at your hotel, immediately remove it from its case and hang it up. You can also fill your bathtub with hot water and use the steam to remove wrinkles. If you are concerned about wrinkles, you can also request the hotel housekeeping to press it (for a fee), but this may be difficult if you are short on time. Also, since the dress is made of very delicate material, you may be refused. When renting or purchasing a dress, be sure to check the proper handling methods.
About Legal Wedding
How to get the marriage license？
- How to process
- We will process the documents at the Marriage License Office by the day before the wedding.
State Department of Health,
Marriage License Office or On-line link - It is necessary for all of you to come together
- A passport is required as identification.
- The application fee is $60 (2022)
- It usually takes about 2 weeks to issue a license.
Marriage registration in Japan must be applied for within 90 days after marriage. - Documents such as birth certificates and blood tests are not required.
- You can apply even if you are not a resident of Hawaii.
- The procedure will be completed in about 20 minutes and you will be given the documents.
- We will process the documents at the Marriage License Office by the day before the wedding.
- Day of Wedding
- Bring the documents issued by the marriage license office to the wedding venue.
- Hand over the documents to the church (pastor).
- After the ceremony, it will be signed by the pastor.
- The pastor will send the documents to the government office.
- Registration is done at the government office based on documents.
- Your Hawaii marriage license (marriage certificate) will be sent to your current registered address in Japan.
- After returning to Japan
- We will complete registration procedures at a Japanese government office along with the marriage certificate mailed from Hawaii.
- The fact that the wedding was held in Hawaii will be clearly stated on the family register extract/copy.
