Wedding traditions of Honolulu
Honolulu weddings come with leis, a shell blown at the ceremony and visitors from Japan and across the world.
Honolulu is among the leading destinations for weddings from Japan and other countries. The state issues marriage licenses at an office and appoints officiants who may perform a ceremony on the beach.
A wedding here
A Hawaiian ceremony may begin with a conch shell blown, a chant and a blessing. The couple exchange leis, made of flowers, as well as rings, and a ti leaf cord may be tied round the hands.
Wedding tourism
Chapels by the sea host ceremonies for couples travelling from Japan, Korea and other countries. Many are short, scheduled by the hour.
Wedding customs of Honolulu
Also part of it, and being written: Lei (A garland of flowers.), Hawaiian wedding (Customs.), Destination wedding (Marrying away from home.).
A wedding trail idea for Honolulu
- Waikiki Beach The main beach for ceremonies.
- Kawaiahao Church A historic church.
- Diamond Head A crater for photographs.
Written by the EveryShaadi desk with AI assistance. Opening hours, venues and wedding-season dates change; check locally before travelling. Customs differ from place to place and family to family. If this is your tradition and we have it wrong, tell us.
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