A Japanese–Korean Family Wedding Planned in Just One Week
💡 At a Glance: This is the true story of a Korean groom raised in Japan and his Japanese bride, who came to Korea for a family wedding. With only one week to prepare and limited Korean-language communication, we personally planned and accompanied the couple through every step—from dress and tuxedo fittings to hair and makeup, hanbok preparation, and the venue rehearsal. The result was a warm four-hour wedding shared by approximately 50 family members.
Hello, I’m Mi-young On, owner and wedding director of LAMI Convention Wedding.
Not long ago, a couple in their sixties came to see me. Neatly dressed and visibly thoughtful, they sat down and carefully began to explain why they were there.
“Our nephew is getting married in Japan. We want to bring the couple to Korea and properly introduce them to our family here.”
— The groom’s uncle and aunt
They were the groom’s uncle and aunt. The groom was Korean but had grown up in Japan after losing his parents at a young age. He had met his Japanese bride there, and they were preparing to marry. His uncle and aunt wanted to give the couple a meaningful opportunity to meet and celebrate with their Korean family. More than anything, they did not want their nephew’s wedding to feel lonely.
The Challenge
There was more than one difficulty to solve. The bride and groom had lived in Japan for many years and were not comfortable communicating in Korean. Korean wedding customs were also unfamiliar to them, making even basic consultations with vendors difficult.
- Both the bride and groom had limited Korean, making vendor consultations difficult.
- They were unfamiliar with Korean wedding customs and procedures.
- The couple would arrive in Korea only one week before the wedding.
- Dress and tuxedo fittings, hair and makeup coordination, hanbok preparation, and the venue rehearsal all had to be completed within that week.
The timeline would have been demanding even for a couple living in Korea. For a couple with limited Korean, it seemed almost impossible. Choosing a dress, deciding on a makeup concept, and coordinating every vendor all depended on clear communication.
But this wedding was more than an event. In place of the groom’s late parents, his uncle helped create an opportunity for the couple to formally meet and celebrate with their relatives in Korea. The ceremony needed to feel genuinely warm and become a memory the family would carry for years.
How We Made It Happen
We began with a detailed consultation. We carefully reviewed the kind of wedding the family wanted, the family structure, the available budget, and the timeline. We then agreed to design and personally coordinate the entire process—from venue decoration, dress and tuxedo fittings, hair and makeup, and hanbok preparation to management of the wedding-day schedule.
There were two priorities.
The first was to create a comfortable schedule that would allow everything to be completed during the single week after the couple arrived in Korea. We connected the fittings, rehearsal, and vendor visits into one efficient flow without packing the days too tightly, because an exhausting schedule would only make the couple more anxious.
The second priority was cost. The family wanted a private and beautiful venue with thoughtful decoration at a reasonable price, so we personally coordinated every detail—from the use of the space to the floral design.
From the day the couple arrived in Korea, we accompanied them throughout the schedule. We were there while they selected the dress, attended the tuxedo fitting, and prepared their hanbok, serving as a bridge whenever communication became difficult. We worked through each step beside them so they would never feel awkward or uncertain.
The Wedding Day
On the wedding day, approximately 50 family members gathered in one place.
This was not a celebration filled only with formalities. Even after the entrance and vows, the family remained with the bride and groom throughout the four-hour event—embracing one another and sharing stories they had long wanted to tell. People who had lived far apart for years were finally together, recognizing one another as family.
The groom’s uncle and aunt were in tears throughout the ceremony.
“We never imagined the wedding would take place somewhere this beautiful or that we would be able to spend so much time together as a family.”
— The groom’s uncle and aunt
Their words stayed with me. A wedding is not made complete by a beautiful venue and decoration alone. It must allow the love and blessings surrounding the couple to be felt clearly and sincerely.
✅ The Result: Despite the language barrier and having only one week to prepare, the couple completed a warm four-hour wedding surrounded by approximately 50 family members. Just as the groom’s uncle had hoped, it became a meaningful family celebration filled with blessings, gratitude, and tears of joy.
A Wedding Is About More Than the Venue
This wedding became such a heartfelt celebration because of the uncle’s love for his nephew. A wedding director’s responsibility is to understand that intention and find a way to bring it to life, regardless of the difficulties involved. Few things are more meaningful than helping a family create a moment they will never forget.
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A Wedding Tailored to Your Circumstances—Handled by LAMI
The more complicated your circumstances, the more important it is to have someone take responsibility from beginning to end.
My role is not simply to rent out a wedding venue. It is to help create a once-in-a-lifetime memory.
“We could never have had a wedding like this without LAMI.”
— A LAMI Convention Wedding client
Every time I hear those words, I am reminded why I continue doing this work.
We will explain how you can plan a wedding around your circumstances, what the expected cost may be, and which arrangement would be appropriate for you. You do not have to sign a contract. Visit us, ask as many questions as you need, and take the time to prepare for your important day. If you decide to work with LAMI, I will personally remain responsible until the celebration is complete.
This is Mi-young On, wedding director of LAMI Convention Wedding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests can attend an intimate wedding at LAMI?
Intimate weddings at LAMI generally accommodate 20 to 80 guests. The venue decoration and order of events can be customized for a small gathering of family members and close friends. Because the room layout and atmosphere vary according to the guest count, we provide detailed guidance during the consultation.
Can we plan a wedding if we are arriving from overseas with very little time?
A short planning timeline may be possible, as this couple’s wedding shows. However, arrangements are subject to the wedding date, venue schedule, and vendor availability. Please contact us as early as possible so we can confirm what can be prepared.
Can you help if the couple does not speak Korean fluently?
We can coordinate the wedding schedule and accompany couples to selected consultations and fittings. Please ask us in advance about language assistance and interpretation options, as available support depends on the language, schedule, and services required.
How much does an intimate wedding at LAMI cost?
The cost depends on the number of guests and the services required, including venue and floral decoration, the dress and tuxedo, hair and makeup, and hanbok. LAMI personally coordinates each stage to create a private and beautiful wedding within a reasonable budget. We provide a detailed estimate based on your needs during an in-person consultation.
Can an intimate wedding still include an entrance and vows?
Yes. The ceremony can include traditional elements such as the couple’s entrance and vows while remaining flexible enough to reflect their circumstances. In this wedding, the family spent four unhurried hours together after the entrance and vows.
Can we have a consultation without committing to a contract?
Yes. You are welcome to visit, ask questions, and learn how to prepare for your wedding without any obligation to sign a contract. We will explain the arrangements suited to your circumstances and provide guidance on the expected cost.
Which parts of the wedding can LAMI help us coordinate?
We can design and personally coordinate the entire process, including decoration, dress and tuxedo fittings, hair and makeup, hanbok preparation, and management of the wedding-day schedule. Our role goes beyond providing a venue: we take responsibility from beginning to end, especially when the couple’s circumstances are complex.
Last updated: May 2026
