The average cost of closing a grave is generally estimated to be between 200,000 and 3,000,000 yen. The cost of closing a grave can be broadly divided into two components: the cost of removing the existing grave and the cost of purchasing a new grave. First, the cost of removing the existing grave will likely total between 100,000 and 300,000 yen. First, you'll need to obtain a "reburial permit" ・・・

Recently, the number of people who think, "I don't need a funeral!" seems to be increasing. Funerals usually cost at least 1 to 2 million yen. The cost of a complete funeral includes the coffin, funeral supplies, altar, hearse/bed car, venue, service fees, and flowers. Food and beverage entertainment costs include the wake, food and beverages for the end of abstinence, funeral return gifts, and condolence ・・・

In Buddhism, a "kaimyo" (posthumous Buddhist name) is a name given to a deceased person after death. The name written on most memorial tablets is a kaimyo. In some cases, a person's secular name is written on the memorial tablet. It seems that giving a kaimyo to the deceased was originally intended to ensure that they would be able to reach the Pure Land without getting lost. ・・・

"Do I need to make an ihai?"... To get straight to the point, an ihai is not absolutely necessary. However, if you plan to pray at home and pray over the ihai, it may be a good idea to have one. Even if you choose a permanent memorial service for your grave, whether or not to have one is a separate issue. In fact, it seems that many people who choose permanent memorial service do not make ・・・

Many people seem to be struggling with household issues where their Buddhist altar no longer fits their needs due to changing lifestyles. While the Buddhist altar is a uniquely Japanese culture, it serves as a smaller version of a temple's main hall. It originally spread to ordinary households during the Edo period, when the Danka system was implemented in response to the ban on Christianity. ・・・

If it is difficult to transport the remains yourself, you can send them by mail. It is not illegal to send ashes within Japan. Sending ashes by mail is called "sōbō." The handling of ashes is clearly stated in the "Law Concerning Cemeteries, Burials, etc." The only illegal acts are sending ashes overseas and disposing of uncrushed ashes on private property. The post office will handle ashes via "Yu-Pack." ・・・

Abandoning remains without permission is a violation of the law and is punishable by law. Article 4 of the Cemetery and Burial Act stipulates that burials and cremated remains must not be carried out in areas other than cemeteries. Therefore, remains must be interred in a permitted location. Private individuals are not permitted by law to create cemeteries in their own yards or other areas. ・・・

Of course, memorial photographs didn't exist in times before photography. Memorial photographs only appeared after the war. It's a custom that became widespread after World War II. Therefore, there are no provisions in Buddhist teachings regarding the handling of memorial photographs. Even if you ask a temple priest, you'll only be given their own personal opinion, which does not necessarily ・・・

Currently, municipal offices and other local governments do not offer free collection of cremated remains. However, disposing of them with regular garbage or leaving them in a public place is considered a crime of "abandoning remains." Some local governments allow crematoriums to refuse collection of remains before they are cremated. While the general rule is that the family should collect ・・・

Recent DNA research has revealed that dogs may be the animal with the longest history of human interaction. Dog domestication dates back 11,000 years, toward the end of the Ice Age. Many animals, including cats, are thought to have been domesticated around 6,000 years ago, when humans began settling down for farming. Furthermore, it has become clear that there is virtually・・・

Many people worry, "What will happen to my pets when I die?" Japan is an aging society, but pet lifespans have also increased significantly due to improved diets, widespread vaccinations, and advances in veterinary care. It's entirely possible that one of your pets may even outlive you. What happens to your pet after you die? Under Japanese law, pets are not considered "people" ・・・

Today, the number of elderly people living alone is on the rise, leading to an increase in the number of people closing their family graves across Japan. Some people may feel emotionally reluctant to close a family grave that has been passed down through generations. For those who are left alone after their family members have passed away, they may be troubled by the question of when・・・

Pre-ordering scattering of ashes is recommended for couples who want to be together forever, both in this life and the next. By pledging pure love and never separating, scattering ashes allows you to rest forever in the same forest. For couples who don't have a grave and no heirs, forest scattering may be the perfect plan to ensure they'll never be separated. These days, ・・・

It might be a good idea to make a pact with like-minded friends to rest together. Pre-booking a forest scattering service as a group provides peace of mind. This service is designed for singles with no other relatives to make a mutual arrangement to mourn with like-minded friends. Because it's a mutual aid relationship, if one person dies first, the other group members will oversee ・・・

If the ashes are scattered in nature, holding a farewell gathering in nature is the most meaningful way to be close to the deceased. However, it can feel a little strange if the bereaved family scatters the ashes on-site and you gather elsewhere. The proper way to gather at a purification ceremony is to display a photo of the deceased, making it seem as if the deceased is present, but it can feel ・・・