Hiroshi and Shiori from Tokyo, Japan traveled thousands of kilometers to hold their wedding ceremony in the mountains of Bulgaria. Lake Okoto, which the lovers chose, is located a few kilometers away along a mountain path from the Vihren hut; the nearest town is Bansko. Visiting hot springs is very popular in Japan, so after descending from the mountains, Hiroshi and Shiori will most likely go to one of the local SPA hotels.
In Japanese culture, the white color of the bride's dress is a symbol of the transition from one state to another. Traditionally, during the ceremony, Japanese girls wear a white dress, after which it is customary to add a red cape to the outfit. These days, more and more Japanese people prefer European-style weddings.
In Japan, it is not customary to decorate a wedding cortege, nor is it customary to dance, but all guests are required to sing karaoke. The most important difference is the lack of documentary registration of marriage. Japanese citizens do not have internal passports, therefore there is no possibility of getting a stamp.
