Eden Gardens Weddings

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Our Wedding

Our story began in Summer of 2021 as the world was opening up again and restraints were welcoming guests back inside. From our very first date, we felt an immediate connection and through every chapter since, our bond has only grown stronger. Over the past few years, we've tackled big goals together. Kotaro pursued his Master's degree in Cybersecurity while working full-time as a software engineer, and Karen earned her Nursing degree balancing long nights, early mornings, and everything in between. She is now a Registered Nurse in Ojai proudly caring for patients. Even in the midst of it all, we made time for adventure, traveling together to unforgettable destinations like Hawaii, Japan, and Mexico. At home, we're constantly entertained by our two adorable cats, Mila and Daisy. Kotaro is working to perfect his golf swing while Karen finds joy in tending to her garden and caring for her fish tank. Every step along the way has brought us closer and made our love stronger. We couldn't have done it without the support of each other and our loving families. We're excited to celebrate this new chapter with all of you!

Our Story

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Located in Moorpark, 29 miles from Nethercutt Museum, Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Moorpark Ventura County provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. This 3-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features family rooms. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Moorpark, like hiking and cycling. Guests can use the business center or relax in the snack bar. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 34 miles away.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Moorpark Ventura County

Courtyard Ventura Simi Valley is a 3-star property located in Simi Valley. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Nethercutt Museum is 23 miles from the hotel. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 29 miles from the property.

Courtyard by Marriott Ventura Simi Valley

Located in Thousand Oaks, California, this hotel is minutes from Los Robles National Park and the Santa Monica Mountains. The hotel offers a free breakfast and free high-speed internet access. The Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Thousand Oaks offers a flat-screen LCD TV in every guest room. A work desk and a coffee maker are provided in the rooms as well. A fitness room is on-site at the Thousand Oaks Hampton Inn &amp; Suites. The hotel offers an on-site convenience store and laundry facilities. The Gardens of the World is a short drive from the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Thousand Oaks, CA. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is also within driving distance of the hotel.

Hampton Inn & Suites Thousand Oaks, CA

Located at the base of the Santa Monica Mountains, this California hotel offers an outdoor pool and rooms with balconies. An on-site restaurant is also available to guests. Standard room amenities include a refrigerator, cable TV and a DVD player with free movie rentals. Thousand Oaks Best Western also provides a work desk and select rooms offer a seating area. Best Western Thousand Oaks Inn has a business center on site and provides free access to a nearby gym. Guests can relax in the hotel’s library or in the garden courtyard. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Camboni Italian Restaurant &amp; Bar is located at this hotel. Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Camarillo Premium Outlets Mall are 15 minutes' drive from this hotel. Leo Carillo State Beach is within 30 minutes’ drive away.

Best Western Plus Thousand Oaks Inn

Located 18 miles away from the beaches of Malibu, this Mediterranean-style hotel features an outdoor pool and hot tub. It features an on-site restaurant. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each air-conditioned guest room at Hyatt Westlake Plaza. All rooms include an iPod docking station, a work desk and a coffee machine. Offering patio dining, Harvest Kitchen &amp; Bar is located at Hyatt Westlake. The restaurant offers signature breakfast specialties as well as a daily breakfast buffet. Guests of Westlake Hyatt are greeted by a 24-hour reception. A business center with fax and photocopying services is available. Guests can work out in the fitness center. Los Robles Greens Golf Course is 6 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. Central Los Angeles is 38 miles away. Los Angeles International Airport is 45 minutes’ drive away.

Hyatt Regency Westlake

Located just 1.5 miles away from Amgen, this Thousand Oaks hotel includes free Wi-Fi. A hot breakfast buffet featuring eggs, sausage, and fresh waffles daily is provided daily for all guests. A 42-inch HD cable flat-screen TV is featured at Palm Garden Hotel. A microwave, small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities are provided for convenience. Upscale, subtle-couloured linens and neutral décor furnish each guest room. A fitness center and business center are located on site. Free parking is provided. The Stagecoach Inn Museum is less than 1 mile away. The Ronald Reagan Library is 11 miles away. Bob Hope International Airport is 45 minutes’ drive away.

Palm Garden Hotel

Courtyard Thousand Oaks Ventura County has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and restaurant in Thousand Oaks. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a business center and free WiFi. The hotel has a grill and a hot tub. Guests at the hotel can enjoy an American breakfast. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 37 miles from the property.

Courtyard Thousand Oaks Ventura County

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this Thousand Oaks, California hotel is 24 miles from Zuma Beach and other Malibu Beaches. Newbury Park is 7 miles away. A free continental breakfast is provided daily. Each room at the property offers a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini refrigerator, a coffee maker, a hairdryer, and an iron with ironing facilities. Waffles, muffins, juice and coffee are just some of the free breakfast items provided daily at La Quinta Inn &amp; Suites Thousand Oaks. A poolside fitness center and hot tub are also featured. Los Angeles International Airport is 1 hours’ drive away from La Quinta Inn &amp; Suites Thousand Oaks Newbury Park. Please note that construction work is taking place at the hotel Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM and guests may be affected by noise, dust and restricted access to some areas.

Kotaro & Karen

Kotaro & Karen

Registry

We’re so excited to start this next chapter together. Instead of traditional gifts, we’re saving for our New Home Fund. If you wish to contribute, thank you for helping us create a place to call home.