concept   remembrance
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, remembrance of ancestors is honored through food offerings, incense, and annual ceremonies like Obon and Qingming Festival.
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1 celebrating day of the dead Japan The practice of celebrating the deceased with music and dancing may be less common and take on a more somber tone. 1
2 day of the dead Japan Not part of traditional Japanese culture, but influenced the creation of the animated movie 'Coco' which gained popularity. 1
3 remembrance Japan Participation in annual ceremonies, such as the Obon festival in Japan and Volkstrauertag in Germany, are important traditions for remembrance of ancestors and war victims. 1
4 remembrance Japan Offering food and drink to ancestors on specific days like Obon and Chuseok to show respect and remembrance 1
5 remembrance Japan Offering incense and prayers at gravesites as an important way to remember and honor ancestors 1
6 remembrance Japan Rituals to honor ancestors and deceased family members, such as the Obon festival in Japan and the Qingming Festival in China, are important for remembrance. 1