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Blue Sky Photoshoot at Shonai Ryokuchi Park

Bride and groom jumping high under a huge blue sky full of white clouds, an energetic jump pose for a pre-wedding photoshoot

A dream pre-wedding shoot where the sky, greenery, and sun are all at their most beautiful.

Feel the Breeze

The sky. The trees. The sun.

Breathe in the fresh air at the park or on a grassy hill as you capture bright, sun-drenched smiles.

Relax your shoulders, stretch out, take her hand, and start your photo wedding journey.

Surrounded by smiles and wrapped in the warm atmosphere,
each click of the shutter captures the happiest wedding moments imaginable.

Shonai Ryokuchi Park is the perfect place for it.

Top 6 Most Popular Photo Spots in Shonai Ryokuchi Park

Bride and groom standing on either side of a large round tree against a pale blue sky, a minimal and natural composition for park wedding photography
Bride in a strapless wedding dress with a white bouquet standing alone among fresh green trees, a soft bridal portrait from her pre-wedding photoshoot
Silhouette of the bride and groom facing each other under the dark shade of a big tree with bright grass behind, an artistic wedding photography shot
Bride in a flowing wedding dress and groom with their little child running happily along a grassy riverbank under a blue sky at Shonai Ryokuchi Park, a family wedding photography moment
Couple in a casual shirt and wedding dress smiling in a field of yellow rapeseed flowers by the riverbank, a bright spring wedding photos scene in Nagoya
Couple sitting together under a tree with dreamy light flares and soft greenery, a hazy natural moment from their wedding photos in Japan

The park’s grounds are incredibly vast.
You’ll find a large fountain, a single majestic tree, wide open lawns, and countless nature-filled spots to explore.

Lie back on the expansive grass, run up and down hills, cool off in the shade of the trees, or simply sit and relax under them.

Since it’s a public park, the atmosphere is relatively free and easy!

While some couples opt for traditional Japanese attire, over 90% choose to shoot in Western-style outfits here.
Shonai Ryokuchi Park is a beloved choice for both pre-wedding photo sessions and full photo weddings.

When researching, we discovered that Shonai Ryokuchi Park was originally created under the theme of “Water, Greenery, and Sun” —
exactly what we had in mind for this title… what a wonderful coincidence!

The park truly delivers on its theme — it’s simply beautiful.

Drama on the Hill at Shonai Ryokuchi Park

Groom and bride with a yellow umbrella standing far apart on a long green levee under an endless blue sky at Shonai Ryokuchi Park, a minimal pre-wedding photoshoot

A proposal on a hill.

So many magical moments unfold on the hilltops.

During pre-wedding shoots, couples often re-enact their proposal scenes — and sometimes, real proposals happen too!
Capturing the laughter, the tears, the bashful smiles… it all makes for truly heartwarming photos.

During family photo weddings, entire families walk hand in hand over the hills.
Children run ahead, parents lift them high onto their shoulders, and laughter fills the air.

We’ll continue creating beautiful stories, capturing every unforgettable scene along the way.

Shonai Ryokuchi Park – Quick Overview

Located in Nishi Ward, Nagoya City,  Shonai Ryokuchi Park

  • A theme of Water, Greenery, and Sun

  • Refreshing breezes throughout the park

  • Countless dramatic moments born on its hills

  • A natural setting perfect for those who love a soft, organic vibe


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Shonai Ryokuchi Park Information

Address: 3527 Kami-Otai Shikichi, Yamada-cho, Nishi-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 452-0818

Closed: Every Monday (or the following weekday if Monday is a public holiday),
and the 3rd Wednesday of every month (or 4th Wednesday if the 3rd is a public holiday)

Application Fee: ¥1,500

Website: http://shonai-ryokuchi.jp/
MAP: View Shonai Ryokuchi Park on Google Maps

View the Shonai Ryokuchi Park Photo Gallery

Groom leaning in to kiss the bride holding a yellow bouquet beneath trees in a sunny park, a sweet kiss pose for a pre-wedding photoshoot in Nagoya
Groom in a tuxedo and bride with a red and white bouquet standing back to back among pink magnolia blossoms, a romantic spring wedding photography portrait
Bride and groom sitting on stone steps with a bunch of colorful balloons floating above them on a grassy hill, a cheerful props idea for wedding photos at Shonai Ryokuchi Park
Bride and groom leaping in the air with arms outstretched against a bright blue sky, a dynamic jump shot from their pre-wedding photoshoot
Groom in a white tuxedo kneeling to play with a small black dog while the bride in a wedding dress smiles, a heartwarming pet wedding photography moment in Nagoya
Groom lifting a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel high as the bride with a floral headpiece laughs, a playful pre-wedding photoshoot with their pet dog
Groom in a navy suit and bride with a bouquet standing apart among green trees with warm sunlight streaming in, a fresh natural wedding photos portrait
Bride and groom sitting beneath a large tree in a green park framed by soft blurred grass, a calm wide shot from their wedding photography at Shonai Ryokuchi Park
Couple sitting together at the foot of a huge old tree on a green lawn, the bride's wedding dress glowing in the shade in this peaceful park wedding photography shot
Groom and bride holding framed childhood photos in front of their faces among fresh green trees at Shonai Ryokuchi Park, a fun props idea for a pre-wedding photoshoot
Bride with a braided updo and floral hair accessory smiling over her shoulder at the groom in a sunny park, a natural back view portrait from their wedding photos
Close-up of the groom in a grey suit and bride in a lace wedding dress holding small props among yellow flowers, a soft detail shot for wedding photography
Silhouetted bride and groom touching foreheads in bright backlit sunshine framed by leaves, a dreamy pose from their pre-wedding photoshoot in Nagoya
Groom in a dark suit and bride in a wedding dress standing in a rose garden with pink and red climbing roses at Shonai Ryokuchi Park, a romantic wedding photos scene
Bride with a floral headpiece and groom cuddling their small dog behind a bed of pink and white cosmos, a sweet pet-friendly pre-wedding photoshoot
Back view of the bride with a flower crown and the groom sitting on the lawn wrapped in gingham shawls, a cozy casual moment for park wedding photography
Bride and groom walking hand in hand through a tunnel of camellia trees with twisting branches at Shonai Ryokuchi Park in Nagoya, a natural wedding photos scene
Groom reaching out to take the bride's hand between two trees with sunlight on the lawn, a gentle pose from their pre-wedding photoshoot
Groom and bride standing far apart on a grassy levee under a deep blue sky, her wedding dress catching the wind in a minimal wedding photography shot
Bride with flowers in her hair and groom in a tuxedo smiling under a blooming red camellia tree, a seasonal portrait for a pre-wedding photoshoot