Every person who comes into the world has to go back one day or the other. The journey from infancy to old age ends at death. Why are you telling us all this?
You are justified in saying so. People usually do not like to talk about death. However, the people of Japan have a different view on this. Yes, people here buy shrouds for their own death. In this article, we are going to tell you about this.
Preparation for death is done in this country
Preparing for death means buying items for your own funeral. This is done during a festival held in Japan. The name of this festival is Shukatsu Festa.
Fest is organized every year
Every year in Tokyo, a festival called the Shukatsu Festival is held in which preparations for death are held. The word 'shukatsu' in Japanese means to prepare for one's own end. This fest is organized in December.
What is the purpose of the festival?
The main purpose of Shukatsu Festa is to make people aware of what happens after death and what happens to those who remain after they pass away. It is also told about how the coffin is prepared after death. During this festival, the people present lie in the coffin and take photos.
The purpose is not to bring negative thoughts
Some negative thoughts come to our mind after hearing about Shukatsu Festa, but the purpose of this festival is not to bring any kind of negative thoughts into the mind of people. This is the reason why people of all ages participate in this festival.
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