concept   funerals
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, funerals are characterized by Buddhist or Shinto rituals, including cremation and formal mourning practices.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 funeral Japan Offering money as a condolence gift is a common practice 1
2 funeral Japan Often involves Buddhist or Shinto rituals and ceremonies, with offerings and prayers 1
3 funeral Japan Funerals are solemn and formal events with specific rituals and customs 1
4 funeral Japan White attire symbolizes mourning and is worn by the deceased's family 1
5 funeral practices Japan Cremation is the widely practiced method, and funerals often include rituals to honor the deceased's ancestors. 1
6 funeral traditions Japan Funeral rituals often involve specific customs such as purifying the deceased with water, placing chopsticks in a certain way, and offering condolence money. 1
7 funeral traditions Japan Incorporates unique ceremonies, mourning practices, and traditions to honor the deceased 1
8 funerals Japan Marked by Buddhist rituals and strong emphasis on respect and formality 1
9 funerals Japan Funerals involve elaborate rituals, including cremation, placing of the deceased's ashes in an urn, and specific mourning practices. 1
10 pet funerals Japan Less common to hold elaborate pet funerals, cremation is more popular 1
11 warrior's funeral rites Japan Warrior's funeral rites may include ceremonies to honor the warrior's bravery and sacrifice, such as elaborate funeral processions and traditional rituals. 1