Wedding Day

Sunday, October 25, 2026

We are thrilled to celebrate this special day with you. Our celebration takes place in Kyoto's Higashiyama district—a neighborhood of temples, winding lanes, and views that feel timeless. Below you'll find the venue, a map, then the schedule of events.

The venue

THE SODOH HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO · HIGASHIYAMA, KYOTO, JAPAN

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Schedule of events

3:30 PM

Ceremony

Higashiyama Chapel

Join us as we exchange vows in a Western-style ceremony with friends and family.

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

Yasaka Venue

Craft cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while we take a few photos as newlyweds.

5:15 PM – 9:30 PM

Reception

Pagoda

Dinner, dancing, and celebration—we can't wait to share the evening with you.

Arrival & notes

Arrival

Please arrive 15–20 minutes before the ceremony begins at 3:30 PM (around 3:10–3:15 PM) so you can find your seat and settle in.

Dress code

Dress code is formal. Please avoid white or ivory (cream), which are reserved for the couple.

Photos during the ceremony

During the ceremony, we kindly ask that phones and cameras stay put away so we can all be present—our photographer will capture every moment. Photos are very welcome during cocktail hour and the reception. More detail is on our FAQ page.

Traveling from abroad? Flights, trains, hotels, and getting around Kyoto are all covered on our Travel page.