Transportation of cremated remains for grave closure,
A chauffeur in formal attire will accompany you.
In today’s world, where declining birthrates and the rise of nuclear families are accelerating, we work closely with our clients to transport their family heirloom urns with sincerity and care.
Contact Us or Make a Reservation for FreeWe are hearing the term “grave closure” more and more often. As the birthrate declines and nuclear families become more common, the number of households with no one to inherit their ancestral graves is rising rapidly. According to statistics from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare,The number of reburials in fiscal year 2023 reached a record high of approximately 166,886We have reached this milestone. JumboTaxi.com is committed to serving you with the utmost courtesy during such important occasions.
Number of reburials (highest on record)
Growth Rate of Grave Closures
(2023: All-time low)
Why Is the Number of Grave Clearances Surging Right Now?
In Japan, where nuclear families are becoming more common and the population is aging with fewer children, it is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain family graves that have been passed down through generations. Many people are considering closing their family graves because their children or heirs have moved to distant locations such as urban areas or overseas, or because they do not want to burden their children with the responsibility.
According to statistics from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the number of grave closures rose from approximately 88,000 in fiscal year 2013 to about 167,000 in fiscal year 2023, effectively doubling over the course of a decade. This indicates that this is no longer a matter limited to specific circumstances but has become a realistic option for many families.
Main Reasons for Choosing Grave Closure
Cases where there are no children, or where children live far away and there is no one to maintain the family grave.
Some people decide to dismantle their family graves while they are still alive because they do not want to burden their descendants with the responsibility of maintaining them in the future.
Cases where people have moved away from their hometowns to urban areas, making it difficult to visit or maintain graves located far away.
Cases where annual maintenance and repair costs become a burden on the household budget, leading to the decision to sell.
The Process of Closing a Grave and the Necessary Procedures
Closing a grave involves various steps, both emotionally and procedurally. The most important thing is,Proceed in the correct orderIn particular, legal authorization is required for the transport of cremated remains.
Steps for Closing a Grave
To avoid disputes among family members, it is important to discuss the matter thoroughly with everyone involved in advance.
We will secure new arrangements in advance, such as perpetual care graves, tree burials, and columbariums.
To reinter remains from their current grave to another location, you must obtain a reinterment permit from the mayor of the municipality where the grave is located, in accordance with the Act on Cemeteries and Burials. A separate application is required for each set of remains.
We will ask a priest to perform a ritual to deactivate the grave’s function as a resting place for the deceased.
The stone masonry shop will remove the gravestone and retrieve the remains.When it comes to transportation, leave it to JumboTaxi.com.As this is a passenger service, you must be accompanied by a passenger to use it.
Submit the reinterment permit to the administrator of the new cemetery or other facility, and then bury or inter the remains.
The act of moving cremated remains is legally referred to as “reinterment,” and you must obtain a reinterment permit from the municipal office in the city, ward, town, or village where the grave is currently located. Moving the remains without following the proper procedures may constitute a violation of the law, so it is essential to follow the official process. It is advisable to allow approximately one month from the preparation of documents to the issuance of the permit.
Estimated Costs for Closing a Grave
The total cost of closing a grave typically ranges from 350,000 to 1,500,000 yen. This cost can be broken down into three categories: "costs associated with removing the grave," "costs associated with administrative procedures," and "costs associated with the new resting place for the remains."
| Types of Expenses | Estimated amount | Contents |
|---|---|---|
| Costs for Grave Stone Removal and Site Preparation | 100,000–300,000 yen per square meter | Demolition, Removal, and Site Preparation Services by a Stone Company |
| Offering for a Memorial Service for the Deceased (Soul-Removal Ceremony) | 30,000 to 100,000 yen | Fee for the priest (varies by denomination) |
| Application for Permission to Relocate a Grave | From a few hundred yen to a few thousand yen | Local government service fees (including cases where no fee is charged) |
| Costs for a new burial site | 50,000 to 1,000,000 yen or more | Costs vary significantly depending on the option chosen, such as perpetual care graves, tree burials, and columbariums. |
| Cost of transporting cremated remains | Request a quote | Please contact JumboTaxi.com |
Jumbo Taxi.com's Urn Transportation Service
Among the various aspects of grave dismantling, the one that requires the most heartfelt care isTransportation of Cremated Remains (Urns)At Jumbo Taxi.com, we transport your ancestors’ urns alongside you with the utmost care and respect.
Our company operates in accordance with the Road Transport ActPassenger Motor CarrierThat is why,We do not accept requests for the transport of urns or cremated remains alone.Please note that a customer (such as a family member or relative) must be present in the vehicle at all times. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
- If you contact us in advance, the driver willSuitable for formal wear
- Please have the customer ride alongTransporting an urn (passenger must be present)
- We can accommodate multiple urns and family members traveling together
- Direct transportation from the old cemetery to the new columbarium
- Spacious interior in the Jumbo Wagon
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate early morning services and memorial services
- We can accommodate requests for transport to cemeteries located far away or at a significant distance
- A quiet ride that respects your privacy
Why Is a "Chauffeur in Formal Attire" Important?
Closing a grave is not simply a matter of “moving.” It is a deeply sacred ritual in which we close the grave where our ancestors have rested for decades or even centuries and transfer their remains to a new resting place.
At JumboTaxi.com,If you let us know in advance, our driver will arrive dressed in formal attire.We promise to handle the transport of your loved one’s remains with the utmost care and respect.
Why Jumbo Taxis Are Chosen for Grave Site Cleanup Transports
Whether you're transporting multiple urns or have a large family, the Jumbo Wagon offers plenty of space.
We’ll adjust your departure time to coincide with the memorial service schedule and the closing ceremony. This ensures you can proceed with peace of mind, right on schedule.
We provide formal attire services, of course, and ensure a quiet and respectful atmosphere even during transport. We strive to provide service that is sensitive to the feelings of the family.
We can handle long-distance transport even if the new burial site is far away. Please feel free to contact us for more details.
New Options for Final Resting Places
In recent years, a wide range of options has become available for what to do with cremated remains after a grave is closed.
Main Types of Perpetual Memorial Services
Natural burials that use trees as grave markers. This method of memorialization is currently very popular; in 2023, the percentage of people who chose tree burials exceeded half of all burials.
A type of facility where cremated remains are enshrined indoors. It allows visitors to pay their respects regardless of the weather and is commonly found in urban areas with good access.
Scattering cremated remains into the sea. This practice is gaining popularity because it eliminates the need for grave maintenance and allows the remains to return to nature.
Temples and cemeteries handle the management and memorial services on your behalf. This option is more cost-effective than a private grave and does not require a successor.
If you’re considering relocating a grave, please contact us first
Closing a family grave does not mean “abandoning” it. It is a transition to a new form of memorialization that adapts to the changing times, while maintaining a sense of gratitude toward one’s ancestors.
JumboTaxi.com is here to accompany you with the utmost courtesy during those important moments.If you let us know in advance, our driver will arrive dressed in formal attire.Please feel free to contact us with any questions, no matter how small—whether it’s about the number of urns, the destination, or the schedule.
Jumbo Taxi.com is here to serve you today as a trusted transportation partner you can rely on for your family’s special moments.
Relocation of urns during grave dismantling,
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