Formerly, Japanese funerals were supported by religious rituals and local customs, providing a shared framework for understanding death. However, in modern society, such collective narratives are becoming less prominent, leaving bereaved families and attendees to individually interpret the meaning of death. In recent years, "musical funerals" have become more common in Japan, with music serving as the central medium for mourning the deceased. This study focuses on the ritualistic nature of music and examines how it accompanies "little narratives" in contemporary Japanese funerals, helping individuals gradually come to terms with their loss. Music at funerals not only shapes the flow of the ritual but also evokes emotions and memories, bridging the gap between formal structure and personal meaning. By analyzing specific examples of music performances, this study highlights how music contributes to diverse ways of accepting death in modern society.
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