Non-Religious Funerals in Kyoto | Personalized Farewells and Choosing a Funeral Company
A non-religious funeral creates a farewell centered on the person's life without formal religious rites. Because it is flexible, the family and funeral company need to decide the content more concretely.
1. A non-religious funeral is not a funeral where “nothing happens”
Instead of chanting or religious rites, the ceremony may include silence, flowers, music, photos, memories, and words from family and friends. Because the format is free, a capable coordinator is especially important.
2. Kyoto funeral companies that accept non-religious or all-faith consultations
京都日葬
Its official site states support regardless of religion or denomination, including Buddhist, Shinto, Christian, and friendship-style funerals, with consultation on personalized content.
Official website →Chiisana Ososhiki Rakusai Hall
Its official page states support for all denominations and also lists direct-cremation plans for people who do not want religious rites.
Official website →公益社（京都）
It officially states that it supports funerals regardless of size or religion and can discuss preferences for religion, music, venue, and more in advance.
Official website →3. Five things to decide in advance
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