R & K Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Kosuke and I met in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was the end of April 2017 ,and my friend invited me to a social event for the Tulsa Roughnecks at an English pub called, "Georges". It was a humble encounter, but I knew there was something special about him. I lingered to see if he would ask for my number, and finally he did. He offered me tickets to a game which turned into many more. After dating for a few months, Kosuke found took a job in Nashville with a new soccer club. I was thrilled because a lot of my family lives in Tennessee, and I had been wanting to move back eventually. After another year of dating and getting used to Tennessee, Kosuke asked me to marry him at Cheekwood gardens November 2019. The setting was beautiful. The whole place was light up for the holidays, and I was not expecting him to ask there. Kosuke and I are looking forward to celebrating our wedding day with you. It is almost here! Thank you for taking the time to read our story and coming to witness the beginning of our next chapter. See you in November!

Our Story

As of now, Kosuke and I have decided not to require the wearing of masks during our wedding event. With that said, you are still more than welcome to wear a mask or other type of covering if you would like. We will even provide masks in case you forget to bring your own or need a new one. They will be at the entrance of the venue along with mini hand sanitizers to keep.

Our Story and Updates

I recommend booking an AirBnB. There are lots of options in the neighboring cities like Alcoa, Knoxville, and Maryville. And if you are really adventurous, the Smokey Mountains are about 45 minutes away from the venue. Kosuke and friends will be staying at the Quality Inn in Alcoa. There are plenty of other hotels available as well. You can see them below.

When you stay at Hilton Knoxville Airport in Alcoa, you'll be connected to the airport and within the vicinity of Meigs Falls and Capitol Theatre.  This hotel is within the vicinity of Maryville College and Blount County Historical Museum.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 236  air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and MP3 docking stations. 37-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 5 mi.Dining Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Hilton Knoxville Airport

With a stay at Mainstay Suites, you'll be centrally located in Alcoa, convenient to Capitol Theatre and Maryville College.  This hotel is within close proximity of Blount County Historical Museum and Cades Cove Museum.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 81 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.Amenities Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and barbecue grills.Dining Meet other guests and eat at a complimentary reception. A complimentary full breakfast is included.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Alcoa? This hotel has 600 square feet (56 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Mainstay Suites Knoxville Airport

With a stay at Comfort Suites Airport in Alcoa, you'll be near the airport and close to Meigs Falls.  This hotel is within the vicinity of Capitol Theatre and Maryville College.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 59 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.Dining A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Comfort Suites Airport

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alcoa (Knoxville Airport) in Alcoa, you'll be near the airport and close to Capitol Theatre and Maryville College.  This hotel is within close proximity of Blount County Historical Museum and Cades Cove Museum.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 80 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and gift shops/newsstands.Dining A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Alcoa? This hotel has facilities measuring 150 square feet (14 square meters), including a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alcoa (Knoxville Airport)

In the city centerMake yourself at home in one of the 67 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.A stay at Quality Inn Alcoa / Maryville places you in the heart of Alcoa, steps from Fort Loudoun Lake and a 4-minute drive from Capitol Theatre. This hotel is 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from University of Tennessee and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Thompson–Boling Arena.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Fort Loudoun Lake - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Capitol Theatre - 4 km / 2.5 mi Maryville College - 4.8 km / 3 mi Blount County Historical Museum - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Cades Cove Museum - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Foothills Mall - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi Covenant Health - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi Rockey Branch Bluegrass Community Center - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi Marble Springs State Historic Site - 19.5 km / 12.1 mi Three Rivers Rambler - 20.6 km / 12.8 mi Crescent Bend House &amp; Gardens - 20.7 km / 12.9 mi University of Tennessee Gardens - 20.8 km / 12.9 mi High Ground Park - 21 km / 13 mi Tellico Lake - 21.3 km / 13.2 mi Confederate Memorial Hall - 21.5 km / 13.3 mi The preferred airport for Quality Inn Alcoa / Maryville is McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary breakfast is included.

Quality Inn Alcoa / Maryville

Travel

While you are in East Tennessee you may want to visit some of these other beautiful places. The National Smokey Mountains are right in our back yard! You can take a day trip there and hike, try moon shine, or even ride roller coasters! Cades cove is also a great place to capture the history and fall colors of the smokies right from your car. You might even see a bear! We are also about a 20 minutes drive to Knoxville, home of the UT Volunteers! Down town is full of eclectic art, souther cuisine, shops, and music. I personally like to walk around Market Square for a bit to see the sights, eat and, get drink on a roof top. Please contact Rachel Smith for more info on sight seeing :) 918-527-2000

Rachel Smith & Kosuke Kimura

Rachel Smith & Kosuke Kimura

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