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Sea Ceremony’s Outstanding Growth in Marine Ash Scattering

Sea Ceremony, operated by SPICE SERVE based in Minato, Tokyo, has increasingly addressed the modern needs of families seeking meaningful ways to memorialize their loved ones through marine ash scattering. With a concept that emphasizes the importance of each loved one's departure as a cherished commemoration, Sea Ceremony has expanded its services across 48 marine areas, including Tokyo Bay, Yokohama, and Sagami Bay. The company recently released analysis data from its 17th term, which highlighted significant growth in its operations.

Consistently Growing Demand for Marine Ash Scattering

Since SPICE SERVE launched its Anniversary Cruise® service in 2010, aimed at creating unforgettable commemorative moments, it began offering marine ash scattering in 2019. Over the past six years, the demand for this unique service has shown a continuous upward trend, achieving a remarkable 1,420 cases between July 2024 and June 2025. This is approximately 11.8 times higher compared to just 120 cases recorded in 2020.

A Surge in Simultaneous Scattering Cases

Among the various trends, one particularly noteworthy observation is the sharp increase—3.3 times—of cases involving the scattering of multiple ashes simultaneously. This number grew from 69 last year to 228 this period. This rise can be attributed to several factors, including:
1. The consolidation of family remains following the closing of ancestral graves.
2. The desire to honor parents or couples together in the same place.
3. Utilizing family gatherings as an opportunity to scatter multiple remains on the same day.

The increasing trend of closing gravesites combined with the desire to return families to the same body of water suggests a bright future for this service.

Over 60% Opting for Boat Scattering

Sea Ceremony's family ash scattering, made available through chartered vessels, has become the preferred choice for many families, especially in light of the rising demand for smaller funeral services, like family or direct funerals. The unique atmosphere on board provides a poignant experience, transforming what might otherwise be a simple scattering into a memorable occasion filled with heartfelt sentiments. Approximately 60.6% of scattering services fall into this