concept   marriage customs
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, traditional weddings often include arranged marriages and ancient Shinto rituals such as sake cup exchanges.
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1 marriage customs Japan Arranged marriages are still common 1
2 marriage customs Japan Arranged marriages are common 1
3 marriage customs Japan Shinto ceremonies are often incorporated into wedding rituals, such as the purification ritual and exchanging of sake cups 1
4 marriage rituals Japan Significant emphasis on ancestral traditions and customs, such as sake sharing and formal kimono attire 1
5 traditional marriage ceremonies Japan Incorporate ancient rituals and ceremonies based on Shinto or Confucian traditions 1
6 traditional wedding ceremony Japan The traditional wedding ceremony often involves tea ceremonies and formal bows to family members. 1
7 wedding ceremony Japan Offering of sake to the gods at the ceremony 1
8 wedding customs Japan Exchange of sake cups is a traditional ritual during the ceremony 1
9 wedding rituals Japan The sharing of sake (rice wine) as a symbol of unity is a unique and customary wedding ritual 1
10 wedding traditions Japan Involves colorful ceremonies, rituals, and traditional attire 1
11 wedding traditions Japan Traditional ceremonies involve the exchange of wooden ducks or geese 1