Funeral Proxy Attendance & Stand-in Services

Men wear black suits with black ties, and women wear black formal attire. All necessary accessories — prayer beads, wrapping cloths, handkerchiefs — are brought along. We also prepare prayer beads suited to the specific religious denomination, so you can rest assured.

Yes, we advise on appropriate amounts based on the relationship with the departed and local customs. We suggest amounts such as ¥5,000–¥10,000 as a friend, or ¥10,000–¥30,000 as a relative. We also prepare the ceremonial envelope and handle the inscription.

Our staff are well-versed in incense offering and floral tribute etiquette for Buddhist, Shinto, Christian, and other religious traditions. If you are unsure of the denomination, we will research and confirm it for you — please do not hesitate to ask. We can also explain the etiquette to you in advance.

Yes, we accommodate all denominations including Buddhist (Jodo Shinshu, Soto Zen, Shingon, Nichiren, Tendai, etc.), Shinto, and Christian (Catholic and Protestant). Our staff are thoroughly trained in each denomination's incense and floral tribute protocols, and all items such as prayer beads and wrapping cloths are prepared accordingly.

Yes, we sign confidentiality agreements with all staff. No information — client details, the departed's name, or venue location — will ever be disclosed to third parties. We take the utmost care to ensure that no one discovers the attendance is by proxy.

We can arrange staff promptly depending on availability. Since funerals are often urgent, we prioritize phone requests when time is critical. We also accept inquiries during late-night and early-morning hours.

Yes, for an additional ¥5,000, staff can participate in the post-funeral meal (shojin-otoshi). We brief staff beforehand so they can naturally engage in conversation and share appropriate memories of the departed. Extended gatherings can also be accommodated.

We accept regular grave visit requests — monthly, on death anniversaries, during Obon, equinox weeks, or any schedule you prefer. Flower and incense preparation and grave cleaning are included. We send photo reports after each visit, so you can feel at ease even from a distance.

Yes, we can attend farewell gatherings, memorial celebrations, and company funerals. We participate in various roles — as friends, colleagues, or business associates of the departed — behaving appropriately for the occasion. We can also handle speeches and floral tributes.

Yes, we can accommodate requests from 1 person to several dozen. For large-scale funerals, we leverage our nationwide staff network to arrange the required number. Please feel free to consult with us.