Japanese funeral home creates "drive-thru" 

TOKYO, Dec. 18 (ANSA) - A funeral home in Japan has made headlines around the world by offering a curious service. Aishoden set up wake-up drive-thru, where people can pay their last respects without leaving the car. The funeral drive-thru is due to open on Sunday in Nagano. He was thinking, first of all, of attending senior citizens or seniors who have reduced mobility and are unable to attend funeral ceremonies. However, the idea has begun to attract interests of the normal public. According to the president of the funeral home, Masao Ogiwara, passengers from inside their vehicles will be able to access a digital screen and send condolences or light incense. In addition, there will be options for gifting the deceased's relatives or donating money - a common practice in Japanese culture. Funerals in Japan vary by region, but about 90% of the population is a Shinto or Buddhist. In 98% of cases, the body is cremated.