A formal banquet or reception, especially a wedding reception, held to present or introduce the newlyweds (or hosts) to guests. Often includes venue, food, and entertainment.
来月、友人の披露宴に出席する予定だ。
Next month I plan to attend a friend's wedding reception.
披露宴はホテルの大宴会場で行われた。
The reception was held in the hotel's grand banquet hall.
招待状には披露宴の開始時間が明記されていた。
The invitation clearly stated the start time of the reception.
披露宴で新郎新婦はゲストに感謝の言葉を述べた。
At the reception, the bride and groom expressed thanks to the guests.