7th National Funeral Survey (2026): Family Funerals Remain Mainstream with Costs Rising to 967,300 JPY

Kamakura Shinsho released its 2026 national funeral survey, revealing that family funerals (Kazoku-so) account for 47% of ceremonies. The average funeral cost rose to 967,300 JPY. The report highlights that over 60% of chief mourners make no prior arrangements, leading to stress over religious manners and complex administrative procedures. There is a growing demand for professional support services to handle post-death government paperwork.