Japanese
Japanese funerals include a wake, cremation of the deceased, a burial in a family grave, and a periodic memorial service. 99.81% of all deceased Japanese are cremated, most of which are then buried in a family grave however, scattering ashes has become more popular in recent times, including burial at sea and even on rare occasions a burial in space. The average cost for a Japanese funeral is 2.3 million yen, one of the most expensive in the world. ⠀ ⠀ One main reason for the high cost is the scarcity of funeral plots (it is almost impossible to buy a grave in Tokyo). In recent years, however, more and more Japanese families have been choosing smaller, less expensive options for funeral services. Ancestor worship is also found in Japan (as part of Shintoism). ⠀
Korean
In the year 2000 South Korea passed a law in which requires anyone burying their deceased family member to remove the grave after 60 years this is because of declining graveyard space, this change has resulted in the family’s preferring to cremate their deceased loved one.
However, families don’t always prefer cremation. Many companies in Korea compress the remains into gem-like beads in turquoise, pink or black, these beads are then displayed in the home.
Australian Customarily, in the past, some Aboriginal groups buried their loved ones in two stages. First, they would leave them on an elevated platform outside for several months, then, once only the bones were left of the body, they would paint them with red ochre after this the bones could then be buried, placed in a significant location in the natural landscape, or carried with the family as a token of remembrance. Modern-day aboriginal people are more likely to organize a standard burial or cremation in combination with elements of Aboriginal culture and ceremonies.
Turkish
When someone dies in Turkey the family takes the body to the mosque to perform funeral namaz prayers. The body is then taken to the cemetery within 24 hours of the dead for burial. ⠀ ⠀ It is not common to delay the burial however, it is sometimes done to allow for relatives traveling abroad to be there for the burial. The body is often buried without a coffin and sometimes buried with one if preferred. ⠀ ⠀ The mourning period is typically around 40 to 50 days during this time engagements, weddings and other celebrations do not occur. ⠀
Samoan
In the past Samoans believed in dying at home and being buried the day after death to avoid spirits from causing any trouble or misfortune for their family, this tradition is no longer followed, the funeral services are now similar to other cultures in that they are done in a church, and the families either choose cremation or burial of the body depending on individual beliefs.
Filipino
'Many ethnic groups in the Philippines have unique funeral practices. The Benguet of North-western Philippines blindfold their dead and place them next to the main entrance of the house; their Tinguian neighbors dress bodies in their best clothes, sit them on a chair and place a lit cigarette in their lips. The Caviteño, who live near Manila, bury their dead in a hollowed-out tree trunk. When someone becomes ill, they select the tree where they will eventually be entombed. Meanwhile, the Apayo, who live in the north, bury their dead under the kitchen.'
Information found on ted.com
African American
'Although African Americans are diverse in their beliefs and family traditions, there are a few aspects of funeral services that are common among African Americans. One such thing that is common is for family members, close friends, and even acquaintances being expected to attend the service.⠀ ⠀ ⠀ Other aspects of African American funeral services that have remained traditional, particularly among southern families, are:⠀ • Musical performances are presented by a choir and/or loved ones.⠀ • A large assortment of flowers to decorate the coffin is common.⠀ • Placing personal items on the grave is a custom that has been traced back to different countries in Africa.⠀ ⠀ ⠀ For many in the African American community, funeral services and expressions of mourning contain a theme of celebration, rather than the somber emotions associated with death in other cultural settings. This attitude grew out of the period of slavery when most slave owners would not allow slaves to gather for funerals. During this dark time, death was often seen as freedom and a reason to celebrate amidst the grieving.'
Information found on Funeralwise.com
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Balinese
' In 2008, the Bali island saw one of its most lavish cremations ever as Agung Suyasa, head of the royal family, was burned along with 68 commoners. Thousands of volunteers gathered to carry a giant bamboo platform, an enormous wooden bull, and a wooden dragon.⠀ ⠀ After a long procession, Suyasa’s body was eventually placed inside the bull and burned as the dragon stood witness. In the Balinese tradition, cremation releases the soul so it is free to inhabit a new body — and doing this is considered a sacred duty. '⠀
Information found on nytimes.com