Body & Ashes Repatriation Japan

Japan is an island country located in East Asia, with a population estimated to be around 126 million people. It is known for its technological advancements, traditional arts, and fascinating culture. The official language spoken in Japan is Japanese.

The presence of British or Irish people in Japan is significant due to cultural exchange, educational opportunities, and business partnerships. Many British or Irish expatriates live in Japan for work, particularly in sectors such as education, technology, and finance. They contribute to the local economy, engage in cultural exchange, and appreciate the rich traditions, technological innovations, and natural beauty of Japan.

In the event of the most unfortunate circumstances, should an individual from England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, or any non-native origin pass away in Japan, Rosy International's Japan team is ready to assist in repatriating their remains (including ashes) back to the UK or Ireland. We can arrange collection from Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo or any other specified location in Japan.

Is the body or ashes currently in Japan? If so, please click the relevant link below:

For repatriation from England to Japan >

For repatriation from Scotland to Japan >

For repatriation from Wales to Japan >

For repatriation from R.Ireland to Japan >

For repatriation from N.Ireland to Japan >

Conversely, the Japanese community in the UK is relatively small compared to some other nationalities. They may be dispersed across different regions, but London is likely to have a small Japanese community.

In the event of the passing of your beloved in any of the mentioned cities above or elsewhere, we stand ready to assist you in repatriating your loved ones remains to Japan, if needed. In the subsequent sections, we will delve into the process of bringing your loved one back to Japan from the UK or Ireland.

If your loved one is an Japanese national and died in the UK or Ireland, it is essential to register the death with the local council to obtain the official death certificate. Should you desire to lay your loved one to rest in Japan, you would need to contact an International Funeral Director, such as ourselves, to initiate the repatriation process back to Afghanistan.

There are several reasons why you might wish to repatriate your loved one back to Japan, especially if they were just visiting the UK or Ireland. In such cases, we strongly advise reaching out to the travel insurance company as they typically provide financial assistance. Other reasons why you may prefer repatriating your loved one back to Afghanistan include, Japanese culture has deep-rooted traditions and customs surrounding death and burial. Many individuals choose to be buried in Japan to honor their ancestors, participate in traditional Japanese funeral rituals, and be laid to rest in sacred lands. Regardless of the reason we are here to help.

Please be aware that repatriating a body to Japan, usually requires the deceased to be an citizen or originate from Japan.

Here at Rosy International we can help bring your loved ones back to Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Nagoya, Sapporo or any other location in Japan. Our dedicated Rosy International Japan team will obtain all the required certificates and permits on your behalf. Additionally, we efficiently manage transportation to any airport in Japan e.g. Narita International Airport or any other designated airport. Rest assured, our team will seamlessly coordinate with the Japan authorities and the Embassy of Japan to facilitate smooth passage.

We offer compassionate assistance in repatriating ashes back to Japan with our personal door-to-door service where one of the Rosy international agents will travel to Afghanistan and personally deliver the ashes. Our dedicated team will handle all necessary procedures, including obtaining the required documents such as the cremation certificate from you and a letter from local authorities to allow us to fly to Japan.

Each airline, including Ana Cargo, Nippon Cargo Airlines, ANA, Japan Airlines, Peach, Spring Japan, enforces its own specific rules and regulations regarding the transportation of ashes. Hence why we stay up-to-date with these airline policies to ensure compliance and smooth handling of the repatriation process between the UK/Ireland and Japan.

In addition to our services, our Japan repatriation specialists can offer valuable recommendations for the best places to scatter ashes: The peaceful gardens of Kyoto, such as the famous Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) or the Zen gardens of Ryoan-ji Temple, offer a serene and culturally significant setting for scattering ashes in Japan.

To guarantee a seamless passage and avoid any potential complications during the repatriation of ashes to Japan, contact us today.

We cater for all religious beliefs including Buddhist, Chinese Universalist, Christian, Muslim, Shintoist, Neoreligionists, Atheist, Agnostic, Non-Religious & more. Please note that transporting a body/ashes to Japan will involve certain rules and restrictions which may go against certain beliefs. Find out more by contacting Rosy International today.

Body Repatriation: Typically takes 7 to 14 days. However, each situation is unique and may differ from one case to another.
Ashes Repatriation: Can take only days to arrange, plus the flight time between UK/Ireland and Japan which is approximately 12 - 14 hours.
Delays can occur for both ashes and body repatriation to Japan due to the flight delays, family disputes, non-natural causes of death and more. Although not common, delays can occur due to limited staff, governing authorities and embassies on 23 February as this Japan Emperor’s Birthday.

From the UK/Ireland this typically will cost for our personal door to door service (not cargo) is between £1015 - £1615. However, please note prices could be more or less.

From the UK/Ireland this costs between £2445 - £3045. However, please note prices could be more or less.

For any reason you wish to contact Embassy of Japan, please see their details below:

101-104 Piccadilly W1J 7JT
02074656500
info@ld.mofa.go.jp