Funeral services in Japan are deeply rooted in tradition, primarily influenced by Buddhist practices, though Shinto, Christian, and non-religious options are also available. Most funerals follow a structured process: a wake (otsuya), the funeral ceremony (ososhiki), cremation, and post-funeral memorials. Cremation is nearly universal, with over 99%
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Japan has one of the highest cremation rates in the world, at nearly 99.9%, driven by limited land availability and cultural preferences rooted in Buddhism. In Hyogo Prefecture, including the affluent cities of Nishinomiya and Ashiya, funerals typically follow Buddhist traditions, even among secular families. The standard process includes a wake (*
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