Japan is a country that attaches great importance to funeral rituals. Recently, the news that "Japanese coffins are mostly produced in Caoxian, China" has been reposted on social media in large numbers. Japanese people spend a lot of money on funerals. The many particulars of choosing coffins have triggered discussions among netizens. In addition, in Japan, even cats and dogs and other pets are often "heavy buried", the coffins used are exquisite and small, and the funerals are also solemn and grand.
The coffin is a necessity
The Japanese custom of using coffins for funerals has a long history. Wooden coffins and sarcophagi have been used since the Yayoi period. However, wooden coffins and burials are mainly used, and now cremation is the main method, and the coffins are cremated together. The coffin is a must-have item for funerals and is the most important item for the deceased to "finish" the last journey in the world and to send off their loved ones. Many Japanese coffin companies advertised like this: “Keep the precious things of the deceased at the last moment and let them sleep in peace.” According to the statistics of the Consumers Association of Japan, the average funeral expenses in Japan is about 2 million yen (approximately). RMB 120,000), in addition to the cost of the initiation ceremony, the food and reception of the participants in the funeral, and the monastery chanting, the expenses spent on coffins and urns are the most indispensable.
The Japanese are very particular about the material and quality of coffins. There is usually a process for choosing coffins: first, determine the height and religious beliefs of the deceased, and then choose the size, type, and price of the coffin. The price of the coffin ranges from tens of thousands of yen to millions of days. Yuan has. The standard coffin is about 1.8 meters long, the smaller one is 1.7 meters long, and the larger one is about 1.95 meters long. It can be customized if there are special requirements, but its size must meet the crematorium's standards. Most Japanese coffins look elegant and simple without losing a sense of high level, and there is no particularly fancy and deliberate decoration; the funeral scenes shown in many Japanese film and television works are mostly pure colors such as white, wood, and black, and simple and low-key outside. Obscure pattern, covered with a white quilt. Coffins in Japan are generally around 100,000 yen, and the expensive ones can exceed one million yen. However, in recent years, many Japanese believe that there is no need to spend a lot of money on funerals. Japanese netizens have discussed "Is it feasible to buy a 20,000-yen coffin on Amazon and cremation directly?" and it became a hot topic at one time. Amazon, Lotte and other websites can buy a variety of coffins. After you choose them, you can express them to your home, which is very convenient and easy, and the prices are also affordable. Lotte.com also claimed to have a "super cost-effective funeral package", including coffins, urns, packaging boxes for urns, etc., at a price of 30,000 yen (about 1,740 yuan). This kind of funeral method is called "direct burial" in Japan. It is a relatively new method of the funeral. It is suitable for people who don't want to spend a lot of money on the funeral and have only their family members. However, a considerable number of Japanese people still choose traditional funerals, especially some elderly people who work hard to save money when they are young and live frugally all their lives, just to have a dignified funeral when they die.
Funeral goods are also particular
In most cases, the coffin is prepared by the funeral company. Because of the serious aging, Japan has a very complete and standard funeral process. There are countless funeral companies. Various advertisements can be seen everywhere. The professionalism of the one-stop service is amazing. I can receive advertisements from different funeral companies in my mailbox downstairs almost every week, with words such as "reassuring", "comfortable" and "warm" written on them. Customers only need to call or make an appointment with the funeral company online to choose packages, such as basic packages, "luxury packages", etc. The former is the necessary supplies for the funeral provided by the funeral company, and the latter can be freely selected, and can even follow Customized coffins according to customer requirements.
The Japanese also attach great importance to the funerary objects placed in the coffin, and they often have to carefully select them to express their grief for the deceased. There are many rules in crematoriums in Japan. One of them is that "things that cannot be burnt clean cannot be used as funeral objects", so family members must be careful to avoid them when preparing. Funeral goods are usually divided into the following categories: beverages that the deceased likes to drink, such as juice, sake, shochu, etc., but because cans and bottles are not allowed in the crematorium, paper-packaged beverages should be selected; the deceased’s favorite food, such as chocolate, Japanese confectionery, nuts, etc.; clothing, hats, scarves, etc. loved by the deceased, and metal jewelry is usually not allowed as funeral objects because they may not burn completely; in addition, photos, letters, etc. Funeral goods are also quite common, but considering that the photos that are about to be burned may include photos with relatives and friends, it is best to put the photos in an envelope to avoid the parties feel uncomfortable or taboo. Items that may cause explosions such as batteries, glass, and bottle packaging sprays are absolutely prohibited. Plastic, leather and other products that may cause environmental pollution should also be avoided as much as possible. Large fruits, particularly heavy books, and heavy clothes may not be thorough. Burning can not be used as a funerary object.
Prepare a coffin for your pet
Many Japanese netizens asked: "The pets at home have died of illness and there is no place to bury them. How should we prepare for funerals?" The Japanese not only attach great importance to human funerals, but as a member of the family, the owner wants to show their companionship. Most of them choose pet funeral companies to hold a solemn funeral for their gratitude and hope that their pets can pass away in dignity.
Japan’s pet funeral culture is also very rich. It is necessary to choose good coffins, contact cremation, and even invite masters of the temple to recite sutras, invite people to perform mourning on the scene, and prepare pet cemeteries. Pet funerals are much cheaper than human funerals, and the price varies greatly due to different specifications. There are many types of pet coffins to choose from: those who advocate "simple style", DIY one with a cardboard box and draw simple patterns; you can also buy a variety of pet coffins online, such as those wrapped in pure white silk. Wooden coffins, pink "cute style" carton coffins, purple "dream style" coffins with lace, etc.
The shapes of pet coffins are also varied, including small boats and cradle shapes. The price of pet coffins is usually two to three thousand yen (one to two hundred yuan), but many owners are willing to spend a lot of money to customize coffins for pets, and they will also be filled with colorful flowers, plush toys that pets love, etc. Every corner is full of love and reluctance.
