Japanese-modern (wa-modern) wedding rings draw on traditional Japanese aesthetics, words and seasonal scenery. Unlike classic Western designs, their appeal lies in the story behind each ring's name and origin. Here are the key points for choosing one, and an introduction to IRONOHA, a Japanese bridal brand available through dot Bridal.
Points to consider
- Design origin and name: designs with Japanese words or stories make it easy to express your feelings
- Material and color: the white sheen of platinum or the warmth of gold — check how it looks with both kimono and Western attire
- Stacking with the engagement ring: choosing the same series gives a unified look
- Engraving and warranty: inner engraving and the terms for resizing and refinishing
About IRONOHA (彩乃瑞)
IRONOHA (pronounced "Ironoha") is a Japanese-modern bridal brand by AGLOBE Co., Ltd. Its concept is "beginning your story with the Iroha poem." The name comes from the classical Iroha poem, which uses each of the 47 kana once: 彩 means to add color, 乃 means "of," and 瑞 means fresh and auspicious.
Features
- 9 designs, each available as an engagement ring, a wedding ring and a set
- Materials: hard platinum Pt900/Pt950 and 18K yellow, white and pink gold (no coating on gold)
- Lifetime warranty: a warranty card is issued; the first refinishing or resizing (within ±2 sizes) is free
- Free engraving inside the ring (Mincho, Gothic or script)
- Made in one workshop, from the master model to polishing
Where to try them on
IRONOHA can be tried on at authorized retailers across Japan. See the IRONOHA brand page for designs and the store search for retailers. Official site: ironoha.com.