Juno Analyzes Latest Gen Z Wedding Photography Trends｜13,000 Annual Wedding Shoots Reveal 'Individuality-Focused, Casual & Natural Style'
Juno Inc. announced its analysis of Gen Z wedding photography trends, revealing a strong emphasis on 'individuality, casualness, and natural expressions' based on its 13,000 annual photo sessions.
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Juno Inc. (Headquarters: Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Representative Director: Taisho Iioka), a company with 42 years of experience in wedding photography, videography, audio, and production, analyzed the latest trends in wedding photography favored by Gen Z, based on its annual record of approximately 13,000 wedding shoots. The analysis revealed a diversification of location shooting, an emphasis on more casual and natural expressions, and a growing trend towards styles that prioritize 'their unique individuality.' Additionally, we are pleased to announce that our photographer received the Annual Bronze Award at the international photo contest 'Asia WPA.'
■ Towards Wedding Photography that Emphasizes 'Their Unique Individuality'
In recent years, wedding photography has evolved beyond merely documenting the wedding day, expanding to express the couple's values and stories. Especially among Gen Z, who are native to social media, there is a strong tendency to value 'not being the same as others' and 'being natural,' leading to diverse choices in shooting locations, attire, and posing.
Juno has approximately 400 photographers nationwide and conducts about 13,000 wedding photoshoots annually. Based on this experience, we have organized and analyzed the trends in Gen Z wedding photography.
■ 7 Trends in Wedding Photography Favored by Gen Z
1. 'Unexpectedness' of a meaningful place + wedding dress
Shooting at an izakaya frequented by the couple
Shooting in a gymnasium
There is a growing demand for shoots in places meaningful to the couple, such as restaurants or cafes they often visited on dates, or places they use daily. The 'meaningful place + wedding dress' gap is supported as a style that expresses individuality.
2. Impressive shoots with nature and spectacular scenery as backgrounds
Shooting timed with cherry blossoms in full bloom
Location shooting on the coast
Location shooting utilizing nature, such as coasts and forests, and large-scale shooting using drones continue to be popular. Shoots incorporating seasonal elements like cherry blossoms and autumn leaves are also popular.
3. Establishment of night shooting utilizing urban landscapes
Night shooting in front of Tokyo Station
Night shooting utilizing urban landscapes, such as in front of Tokyo Station's building, has become a standard for pre-wedding shoots. Recreating a proposal scene is often chosen as a classic production.
4. Korean-style photography emphasizing simple beauty
Simple beauty with white background shooting
Korean-style photography remains deeply popular. Simple expressions that remove decorations against a white background to enhance the subject's inherent beauty are supported, with many couples requesting such shoots within the venue on their wedding day.
5. Shots like a scene from a movie
Shots like a scene from a movie
Shoots that stage a scene like a movie, set in historical buildings or hotels, are also popular. There is a demand to express the couple's story.
6. Spread of casual and natural tendencies
Shooting in casual attire instead of a white wedding dress
Reflecting the couple's hobby of soccer
There is a trend towards valuing a natural and relaxed atmosphere, such as shots where the gaze is averted, shooting in casual clothes, or enjoying hobbies. 'Not being overly posed' is supported due to its high affinity with social media.
7. 'Ethical orientation' reflecting values
Ethical wedding album 'ethica' using fabric made from PET bottle raw materials for the cover
Choices that reflect values, such as selecting environmentally friendly materials for wedding photo albums and attire, are also expanding. This is backed by Gen Z's high interest in sustainability.
■ Summary
Gen Z's notable wedding photography focuses not only on being 'instagrammable' on social media but also on how to express 'their unique individuality.' As shooting styles continue to diversify, the demand for wedding photography that reflects individual values is expected to further expand.
■ Received Annual Bronze Award at International Photo Contest
Akihiro Ota's 'Time that doesn't need to be kept' awarded Annual Bronze Award at Asia WPA 2025
Juno's photographer, Akihiro Ota, achieved the remarkable feat of winning the '2025 Annual Bronze Award' at 'Asia WPA,' Asia's largest international photo contest. This award is a testament to Juno's long-cultivated technical expertise in wedding photography. Please look forward to the continued success of Juno's photographers.
Click here for details on the award-winning work:
Akihiro Ota
https://www.junowedding.jp/artists/akihiro-ohta/
■ About Juno Inc.
Creative company with 42 years of experience.
■ Towards Wedding Photography that Emphasizes 'Their Unique Individuality'
In recent years, wedding photography has evolved beyond merely documenting the wedding day, expanding to express the couple's values and stories. Especially among Gen Z, who are native to social media, there is a strong tendency to value 'not being the same as others' and 'being natural,' leading to diverse choices in shooting locations, attire, and posing.
Juno has approximately 400 photographers nationwide and conducts about 13,000 wedding photoshoots annually. Based on this experience, we have organized and analyzed the trends in Gen Z wedding photography.
■ 7 Trends in Wedding Photography Favored by Gen Z
1. 'Unexpectedness' of a meaningful place + wedding dress
Shooting at an izakaya frequented by the couple
Shooting in a gymnasium
There is a growing demand for shoots in places meaningful to the couple, such as restaurants or cafes they often visited on dates, or places they use daily. The 'meaningful place + wedding dress' gap is supported as a style that expresses individuality.
2. Impressive shoots with nature and spectacular scenery as backgrounds
Shooting timed with cherry blossoms in full bloom
Location shooting on the coast
Location shooting utilizing nature, such as coasts and forests, and large-scale shooting using drones continue to be popular. Shoots incorporating seasonal elements like cherry blossoms and autumn leaves are also popular.
3. Establishment of night shooting utilizing urban landscapes
Night shooting in front of Tokyo Station
Night shooting utilizing urban landscapes, such as in front of Tokyo Station's building, has become a standard for pre-wedding shoots. Recreating a proposal scene is often chosen as a classic production.
4. Korean-style photography emphasizing simple beauty
Simple beauty with white background shooting
Korean-style photography remains deeply popular. Simple expressions that remove decorations against a white background to enhance the subject's inherent beauty are supported, with many couples requesting such shoots within the venue on their wedding day.
5. Shots like a scene from a movie
Shots like a scene from a movie
Shoots that stage a scene like a movie, set in historical buildings or hotels, are also popular. There is a demand to express the couple's story.
6. Spread of casual and natural tendencies
Shooting in casual attire instead of a white wedding dress
Reflecting the couple's hobby of soccer
There is a trend towards valuing a natural and relaxed atmosphere, such as shots where the gaze is averted, shooting in casual clothes, or enjoying hobbies. 'Not being overly posed' is supported due to its high affinity with social media.
7. 'Ethical orientation' reflecting values
Ethical wedding album 'ethica' using fabric made from PET bottle raw materials for the cover
Choices that reflect values, such as selecting environmentally friendly materials for wedding photo albums and attire, are also expanding. This is backed by Gen Z's high interest in sustainability.
■ Summary
Gen Z's notable wedding photography focuses not only on being 'instagrammable' on social media but also on how to express 'their unique individuality.' As shooting styles continue to diversify, the demand for wedding photography that reflects individual values is expected to further expand.
■ Received Annual Bronze Award at International Photo Contest
Akihiro Ota's 'Time that doesn't need to be kept' awarded Annual Bronze Award at Asia WPA 2025
Juno's photographer, Akihiro Ota, achieved the remarkable feat of winning the '2025 Annual Bronze Award' at 'Asia WPA,' Asia's largest international photo contest. This award is a testament to Juno's long-cultivated technical expertise in wedding photography. Please look forward to the continued success of Juno's photographers.
Click here for details on the award-winning work:
Akihiro Ota
https://www.junowedding.jp/artists/akihiro-ohta/
■ About Juno Inc.
Creative company with 42 years of experience.