Sydney Japanese Wedding Celebrant
Warm, Personal & Full of Good Vibes
Hi, I'm Megumi!
I’m a Sydney based marriage celebrant, MC and coordinator, creating heartfelt and fun ceremonies that feel genuinely you.
Originally from Tokyo, and now a Sydneysider of 20+ years, I’ve been a wedding celebrant since 2012. And I’m endlessly grateful for every couple who’s trusted me with their day.
I’ve celebrant-ed weddings of every kind from intimate elopements to ballroom celebrations, everywhere from a skate park to a movie theatre to heritage venues, and for couples from all walks of life.
Whether it’s the big emotional moments or the tiny details, I make sure everything flows beautifully and reflects who you are — with warmth, personality, and a touch of style!
Want a wedding that’s personal, fun, and unforgettable?
Then I’m your celebrant (or MC or Coordinator) !
Why Couples Choose Megumi as Their Celebrant
With over 12 years of experience in the Sydney wedding scene,
I’m known for ceremonies that are:
Personal and heartfelt – 100% YOU
Lighthearted and fun, without being too silly or cringe!
Inclusive – Different cultures, backgrounds and genders
Delivered with sincerity, style, and good vibes
Organised and stress-free
MC and Coordination options – one stop shop for the best day
REVIEWS
Posted on Tracy CantwellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Megumi conducted a well organised ceremony and was kind, considerate and accommodating of our requirements. She made the whole process feel easy and calm, guiding us through everything while ensuring the service felt personal and meaningful. We’re very grateful she was part of our day and would highly recommend her as a celebrant.Posted on Keiko OguchiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the honour of having Megumi as our celebrant for our DIY at-home wedding on Scotland Island, and we truly couldn’t have asked for anyone better. Her attention to detail is superb — from the ceremony walk-through to thoughtfully choosing her attire to perfectly match the atmosphere and colours of our day. Megumi helped us incorporate so many of “our colours” to make the ceremony uniquely ours, including a Japanese traditional sake ceremony, a bilingual ceremony, and even involving our three sausage dogs in such a meaningful way. As soon as she began speaking and sharing our story, everyone was completely engaged — it felt like all of us became one. She is not just a celebrant, but a true people-connector who brings warmth, authenticity and heart to everything she does. I would wholeheartedly recommend Megumi to anyone who wants to create a wedding ceremony that will be remembered forever. Thank you so much Megumi! Keiko & Justin xxPosted on ayano hikaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 結婚式でMCを担当していただき、本当にありがとうございました。 日本語と英語の両方で会場を盛り上げてくださり、ゲスト全員が楽しめる温かい雰囲気を作っていただきました。 事前のミーティングも丁寧に時間を取ってくださり、私たちの思いや希望をしっかり汲み取っていただけたことで、安心して当日を迎えることができました。 さらに、ここでは詳しく書けませんが、当日に起きた“究極のピンチ”を救ってくださったことは一生忘れません。臨機応変さ、本当に心強かったです。 プロフェッショナルでありながら温かいお人柄に、心から感謝しています。 私たちの大切な一日を最高の形で支えてくださり、本当にありがとうございました。Posted on Georgie BealeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Megumi made our ceremony seamless!! Megumi brings brightness to any ceremony and I would recommend any bride and groom to book her if you’re looking for a bit of fun and added light heartedness to a ceremony. We appreciate Megumi’s attention to detail and also offering extra help to look at our vows and always available to hop on a call and answer any questions :) we love Megumi!!!!!!Posted on Joshua MaugerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We chose Megumi as our bilingual MC (Japanese/English) and coordinator, and she exceeded every expectation. With many Japanese guests attending, the bride was worried they might not fully enjoy the day since most of it would be in English—but Megumi handled it like a pro. She ensured everyone, Japanese and English speakers alike, had a great time, letting us as bride and groom stay relaxed and present. She was incredibly organised from the start—giving clear guidance, coordinating vendors seamlessly, and keeping everything on track. On the day, her high-energy, charismatic presence shone through as she flawlessly transitioned segments. Megumi is a certified NAATI translator. She translated our wedding party speeches from English to Japanese and vice versa just before the event. This allowed our guests to follow along with printed translations, so everyone could fully understand what the speakers were saying and no one felt left out. Also, special thank you to Megumi for translating my dad’s speech last minute (and sorry again for the short notice)! Megumi is intelligent, hardworking, and a true professional. Flying her from Sydney to Brisbane was worth every penny. If you need a skilled, warm bilingual MC/coordinator—especially for a multicultural wedding—we highly recommend her!Posted on Tyra WhiteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Megumi married me in a Legal Only Ceremony, and even with such a small ceremony, she made it sincere and memorable. Megumi is warm, charming and will make your day as special as mine. Thanks Megumi.Posted on Sarah FindleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were so fortunate to have Megumi act as celebrant at our wedding - the whole process of preparing for the day was easy and enjoyable, and Megumi was fabulous on the day. We had so many comments from guests about how great Megumi was and how wonderfully she had understood us and what we wanted for the day. Thank you so much, Megumi!Posted on Alexi BakerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Megumi married us in a small family ceremony at home and it was just perfect in every way. Her dialogue and story about us was so considered and beautifully written. Our family thought she captured us so perfectly and all commented on how wonderful she was. She is lovely to be with, highly organised and puts a huge amount of effort into the day. We are so grateful for all her effort in making our day so wonderful and can't recommend her highly enough.Posted on Chris & WendyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Megumi was amazing! We went with the celebrant + mc & coordinator package. From the very first meeting, we felt completely supported, understood, and cared for. She provides questionnaires and runsheets to fill out and ensure the day runs smoothly. The ceremony was beautifully delivered, heartfelt, and so personal to us, Megumi ensured everything flowed seamlessly. The reception was guided beautifully from start to finish. She helped us distribute wedding favours on every table and even packing away our guest book and sign-in station at the end of the night so we could enjoy the rest of the evening partying with our guests. If you are looking for someone who truly brings both organisation and genuine heart to the role, we could not recommend Megumi more highly. Thank you for making our day more perfect than we ever imagined 💖Posted on Melisa STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Megumi was absolutely brilliant and we cannot recommend her enough. We chose to do an in-betweenie ceremony, and also had Megumi perform coordination duties on the day. Right from the start Megumi made us feel comfortable and relaxed, guiding us through the process and lending her expertise in the form of useful suggestions in line with our general themes and plans. As we neared the wedding day Megumi sprung into action and started liaising with all our key vendors to ensure everything on the day would go smoothly, which really took a weight off our minds as we knew things were in good hands. This continued through the wedding day itself as she deftly managed all the vendors through set up and tear down, even keeping us informed of a delay in the arrival of our caterers but handling it all cleanly and smoothly in the background, allowing us to enjoy our day rather than stress about ensuring everything was going to plan. As for the ceremony itself, Megumi met our brief exactly, and delivered the perfect intimate and low key ceremony we wanted. Honestly, this sums up our experience with Megumi perfectly: she met the brief exactly. Whatever your desires for your wedding Megumi will happily work with you to make sure your wedding day goes exactly as you planned, taking care of the minutiae so that you’re free to enjoy the happiest day of your life.
A bit more about me
I grew up in Tokyo, watching all the Hayao Miyazaki anime before Studio Ghibli existed and playing the first “Family Computer” aka Nintendo games. In my teens and early 20s, I lived and breathed Tokyo street culture and fashion.
I was always good at Japanese and English in school. After high school, I wanted to become a fashion editor but my parents said they’d only pay for an English course. Fine, English it was.
Naturally, I became interested in living in an English speaking country. I saved hard for a year and hoped to go to London – because that was where all the cool fashion and culture came from, but the study program I was with offered me Australia instead.
Australia? Koala? Warmer? Fine, Australia then.
I had an awesome time. Hanging out in a Brisbane shopping mall with Savage Garden on repeat…
… wasn’t quite like the cool London life I imagined, but Australia won me over. With my newly aquired Aussie English, I spent most of my 20s in and out of Tokyo, travelling around the world – Europe, South East Asia, India, China and Japan. No career ambitions or life plans, I just travelled… And I had the time of my life!
But…when travelling becomes your daily life, you eventually starts to crave structured “normal” life. Eventually I came back to Australia, studied more and became an interpreter/translator. I met my husband at Cricketer’s Arms in Surry Hills, designed clothes with him, sold vintage scandinavian homeware, became a wife, mother of 2 beautiful girls, and a celebrant, initially part time, now this is my full time job.
I love fashion, art, Japanese and Indian food, sake over wine, some coffee, more green tea.
And yes, I do love Hello Kitty—we were born in the same year! (but don’t look it up how old hahaha)
Top image courtesy of By James Gough Wedding Photography
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