【Ota City, Gunma】Second location opens due to popularity. "Perpetual Memorial Graves & Tree Burials" that require no successors to open at Shoganji on May 24.

A-tie Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Genki Kabayama; TSE Growth: 369A; hereafter 'the Company'), which operates perpetual memorial graves and tree burials nationwide, will open a new perpetual memorial grave and tree burial site at 'Fukujusan Shoganji' in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, and begin accepting sales on May 24, 2026 (Sunday).

■Opening a second location in the city due to high demand
The Company partners with temples nationwide to introduce new forms of memorial services known as 'perpetual memorial graves'. Following the positive response to their first temple location in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, they have established a new site at 'Shoganji', the second temple in the city, to accommodate more people. Through the expansion of partner temples and a rich lineup of services, the Company continues to meet the needs of the local community.

■'Perpetual Memorial Graves' with low management and cost burdens open in Ota City
On May 24, 2026 (Sunday), the perpetual memorial grave and tree burial site will open at Shoganji, becoming the second such facility in Ota City, Gunma Prefecture. Shoganji is located about a 10-minute drive from 'Ota Station' and is the 19th temple of the Nitta Chichibu 34 Kannon Pilgrimage. It is a temple that values its connection with the community through memorial services, prayers, and local events.

In recent years, an increasing number of people are preparing their own graves as part of their end-of-life planning, or choosing to 'close their graves' (bojimai) due to the difficulties in inheritance and maintenance. Against this background, 'perpetual memorial graves', which are maintained and cared for in perpetuity, are attracting attention as an option.

The new perpetual memorial grave at Shoganji is designed to reduce the burden on users both in terms of maintenance and cost, with 'no annual maintenance fees*', 'on-site staff', and 'individual sections that are not combined'. The Company provides plans and support so that users can utilize these services with peace of mind over a long period.

*Management fees for the entire period are included in the initial payment.

■【Media Invitation】Invitation to the Kai-gan (eye-opening) service on May 24 (Sun)
The Kai-gan service, which will be held on May 24 (Sun), will be open to the press.

The Kai-gan service is a ritual to pray so that the soul of the deceased can enter the newly established grave. In addition to the Kai-gan service, which is not usually seen by the public, time is set aside for photographing the memorial grave area and interviewing the chief priest. If you would like to attend, please contact us below.

【Press Contact】
Department: A-tie Inc. Public Relations
Phone: 03-6328-3532
Email: info@a-tie.co.jp
Deadline for application: May 23 (Sat), 12:00 PM

■Schedule
Location: Shoganji (726 Mogi-cho, Ota City, Gunma Prefecture)
Date/Time: May 24, 2026 (Sun) 11:00 - 12:30 (Scheduled)
10:30 - 11:00 On-site registration
11:00 - 11:30 Kai-gan service
11:30 - 12:00 Interview registration
12:00 - 12:30 Grave area photography
*Content is subject to change depending on the situation.

■About Shoganji
Temple Name: Fukujusan Shoganji
Chief Priest: Keishu Kurashima
Address: 726 Mogi-cho, Ota City, Gunma Prefecture, 373-0809
Access: Approx. 10-min drive from 'Ota Station' on the Tobu Isesaki Line, approx. 5-min drive from 'Nirasawa Station'. Approx. 20-min walk from 'Aeon Mall Ota' bus stop.
Temple Website: https://shoganji-ota.com/
Introduction Page: https://eitaikuyou.net/pref10_city205/shoganji

■Company Profile
Company Name: A-tie Inc.
Location: Crest Takebashi Bldg. 3F, 3-21 Kanda Nishiki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 101-0054
Representative: Genki Kabayama, Representative Director
Business: Temple consulting (Planning, construction, and sales agency for tree burials/perpetual memorial graves)
Website: https://a-tie.co.jp/