concept   wake
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, wakes include rituals, ceremonies, and vigils to honor the deceased and remember ancestors.

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1 wake Japan Wakes are an integral part of the funeral process and often involve rituals and ceremonies. 1
2 wake Japan In Japan, wakes may be held to remember and honor ancestors, with families visiting gravesites and participating in ceremonies. 1
3 wake Japan It is customary to hold a specific ceremony called Tsuya, where family members keep a vigil by the deceased person's body until the funeral. 1
4 wake Japan Traditional wakes involve rituals and ceremonies to honor the deceased, often lasting several days. 1