Like linking distant lands,
a quietly unfolding story began for the couple.
The two, who had spent time in different places,
grew closer as they exchanged words,
and before long began to spend time together.
After the time spent in Spain,
and in Japan as well, they continued to share those moments.
Beyond these shared moments,
they began to see a future in marriage taking shape naturally.
Two designs drawn together by nature
On their first visit.
What drew them was,
"Nature"-inspired designs.
While respecting each other's sensibilities,
what remained in their hearts was,
the rich grain pattern that was warm and inviting, "Foresta".
and a rainlike delicate carving that glinted on "Pioggia".
"Spain doesn't get much rain, so hearing the sound of rain in Japan brings a sense of calm."
to the words spoken by the man who told them that,
the woman nodded gently as well,
gazing at the rings with a tender, affectionate look.
The form born from the union of wood and rain
At first they talked about having matching designs, but
the man preferred "Foresta", the woman preferred "Pioggia".
There, they discovered
the relationship between wood and rain—an bond formed within nature.
Wood grows as it receives rain,
and rain continues to nourish the wood.
Two beings in an inseparable relationship,
and mirror the couple's own likeness in some way.
When they touched on that meaning,
"This combination is nice,"
the answer came together naturally for the two.
Moreover, the horizontal carving of "Foresta"
and the vertical carving of "Pioggia" overlap,
their lives cross,
and walk side by side,
which seems to express that sentiment.
A subtle refinement born from their shared sentiments
The diamond on the woman's ring is set with a star-shaped engraving.
In line with "Foresta"'s horizontal flow, the engraving is elongated.
That form also seems like a sun floating on the horizon,
as if it symbolises how the two remain connected in Spain, a sun-kissed land.
Inside, further,
the man's ring bears the Japanese character for "wood",
the woman's ring bears the Spanish word "Lluvia" (rain) engraved.
Each chosen motif expressed in each other's languages—a subtle, personal touch.
Not only in the visible design,
their connection is felt in the words as well,
which became a very lovely arrangement.
The day the rings were delivered
The day of delivery after bespoke making.
From before opening the box, the two wore expressions of quiet anticipation.
The moment the box was gently opened,
“...wow”
That exclamation escaped their lips, and the smiles that followed were especially memorable.
Gazing at the rings on their fingers,
the two looked at each other with happy expressions.
Even without words,
those feelings came through clearly.
Time and time again, the radiance never fades
About a year and a half later,
the couple returned for cleansing.
They had also completed their marriage registration,
and a new life had begun.
"He really loves this ring,"
To the words of the woman who told us that,
the man smiles warmly.
To show them to family and friends,
and hearing that they liked it,
they spoke proudly about it.
Looking at the rings after cleaning,
the radiance brightened their expressions.
That sparkle seemed to reflect the time that had passed,
and it felt like a bond that would continue into the future.
The two's journey that will continue into the future
Soon, the man will travel to Spain ahead of them.
The woman will follow a little later to the same destination.
There will be times when they are apart for a while,
the wedding bands, as a testament to the times they have shared,
will continue to accompany them.
Just as rain nourishes the wood,
may it deepen their bond even further.
We look forward to the day when we can meet again.
Concierge: Kurosaka
