Ariel and Jonas' Kyoto garden proposal

Jonas chose the bridge in front of the waterfall – one of the most peaceful and beautiful spots in Kyoto Garden – as the place to ask the big question. It was simple, quiet, and really heartfelt. She said yes, obviously.

They were both a little camera-shy at first, but by the end they’d completely relaxed, laughing their way around Holland Park and even down a few nearby London-looking streets. The funniest bit came right at the end: Jonas spotted two turtles by the entrance of the park and told Ariel that was the real reason they were there – to get a photo of the turtles. Not entirely believable, but very on brand for him.

It was a calm, quiet morning in London when Jonas got down on one knee at Kyoto Garden in Holland Park. Both originally from Hong Kong, Jonas is studying ancient history in California while Ariel’s working here in London – so it was a long-distance kind of love story that’s been going for about five years. This wasn’t a total surprise proposal either. Ariel had actually brought her own engagement ring over from Hong Kong, but she had no idea when or how it would happen. And honestly, that made it even sweeter.