I Do (Marriages)
I Do (Marriages)

I Do (Marriages)

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Introduction: I have been a wedding officiant for over 15 years and officiated over 6,400 weddings. My business is proud to be a recipient of the Thumbtack Best of 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 awards thanks to our outstanding reviews. I am also a Thumbtack Top Pro for 2018 and 2019. See what customers are saying on our Thumbtack page. What an exciting time for you! I would be honored to do your wedding ceremony. I am here to help facilitate what you want in your ceremony and cross off one item on your to do list. I have vows that may fit your needs. I have done over 6,000 wedding ceremonies, including 170 same sex ceremonies. We can speak over the phone to get started on your needs for the ceremony. We can meet to firm up the details and make sure everything is the way you want it. It's your wedding and you should get what you want. I also have information about obtaining your marriage license. My quote covers planning meeting(s), attending the wedding rehearsal (if necessary), performing your wedding ceremony and recording your marriage license at the county clerk-recorders office. Have a great day! I look forward to discussing your plans for your wedding! All the Best Ben Miyaji I take great pride in working the couple in getting exactly what they want for their wedding. My attention to detail and listening to you will make for a wonderful ceremony. I look forward to working with you!
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Current Top Pro

Hired 193 times

Serves San Rafael, CA

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1 employee

16 years in business

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2019

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2018

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2016

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

Excellent 4.9

119 reviews

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Pauline P.
Apr 21, 2023
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Ben was absolutely amazing to work with, and I'm extremely grateful for his high level of care, communication, punctuality, and professionalism. He provided a list of questions to gather information and make the ceremony more customized to our wedding. Ben really provided information on all aspects of the marriage licensing + certificate to the vows and officiating for the ceremony. He truly made the whole experience in this regard worry-free. My husband I are very pleased with Ben's services, and I would highly recommend him for anyone looking for an officiant. Some examples of his high level of consideration: - He asked us what we wanted him to wear to the ceremony - He made sure to immediately stand to the side and out of frame at the end of the ceremony so the photographers had easy access to the wedding party (this seems obvious, but I hadn't considered it and felt it was so thoughtful)

Details: Wedding • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal

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Brianda T.
Jan 10, 2024
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I 100% recommend Ben to be a part of your special day. We did not have that much information on how a ceremony goes, but Ben was able to provide us with information to make our ceremony personalized and how we wanted it. He was timely with his responses, checked up closer to our wedding date, and showed up on time. Thanks again Ben! 😊

Details: Wedding • Catholic • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal

I Do (Marriages)'s reply
Thank you so much Brianda! Happy New Year! All the best.
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Kaitlin Z.
Oct 30, 2023
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Ben did such a good job officiating our intimate ceremony at San Francisco City Hall! We definitely recommend him to any couple!

Details: Elopement • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal • Officiant does not need to be present at rehearsal

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Jane W.
Oct 16, 2023
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Ben went above and beyond for our elopement day. We picked a spot in City Hall initially, but had to divert the location elsewhere last minute—Ben was really helpful in this regard and advised where to hold our ceremony/places to avoid. We really enjoyed his ceremony script—it was thoughtful, personalized, and accommodating of adjustments and personal vows. He’s also very knowledgeable about the logistical process of getting married in California and mailed in our wedding certificate for us on same day. Thank you Ben!

Details: Elopement • Non-denominational (mentions God) • 20 guests or fewer • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal

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Maria C.
Jul 5, 2022
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Ben is the best wedding officiant. He guided us throughout the ceremony and also helped us with marriage license requirements to make it easy. Ben is very professional, efficient and affordable too. He helped us achieved our dream wedding ceremony.

Details: Wedding • Catholic • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal

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FAQs

  • What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

    I like to meet face to face with the couple to discuss the details of their ceremony. To find out if there are special needs and/or ceremonies that couple want in their ceremony. This is your special day - I will work with you to create the ceremony and vision of how you want your day to go. I am always willing to personalize ceremonies.

  • Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

    I've done weddings of all religions and cultures, as well as a variety of themed weddings. I am always willing to help you realize your vision for your wedding. Some of my favorite weddings to officiate have been Iron Man or Princess Bride-themed weddings.

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