Traditional Japanese weddings are often colourful affairs. They are generally on the elaborate side too. As, at least in regards the latter, are the taxis designed to whisk away the newlyweds.
Japanese wedding colours and cars
Photographs from a small group of islands
sullivan says
i think they are from wealthy family, that car looks so luxurious
Lee says
While clearly not poor, they aren’t necessarily wealthy. The photo was taken at Meiji Shrine, and many of the brides leave in this car. Or at least cars like it. Presumably it’s part of the service/wedding package.
Jeffrey says
What is it? I’ve never seen anyone departing Meiji after a ceremony so I don’t think I’ve ever seen an “up-do special.”
Lee says
It seems that the vast majority of brides leave in this kind of car, although not sure if they just have one or a fleet of them.
Next time I’m passing by I’ll try and see what maker/model it is.
Hans ter Horst says
Nice, saturated colours. That almost looks like a London cab!
Lee says
Thanks.
Yes, if it weren’t for the fancy roof door, they’d very similar. Based on a London cab perhaps?
LAObserver says
Clearly this particular cab model affords the woman plenty of head room. This is probably very important for keeping her hair arrangement looking nice. I would be interested to know what manufacturer made this cab.
Lee says
Yes, likewise, as it’s such a specialist design they can’t sell many. Hard to see how it’s even feasible business wise, unless it’s one of the major car producers.
Hioki says
The car was very interesting
Lee says
Yeah, it’s not your ordinary taxi that’s for sure.
winnie says
Nice shot !
The car is super cool. The car’s roof is opened on one side that the headdress will not being hit when the bride getting into the car.
Is she wearing an Uchikake (to be worn outside her kimono)? It is so beautiful!
Japanese Bridal kimono are lovely.
Lee says
Thanks!
I think that’s what she was wearing. I’m no expert though. But like you say, it was incredibly beautiful.