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Established Japan’s first embalming center in 1988,
IMS JAPAN is a pioneer in the field and offers services centered on embalming.

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What IMS JAPAN can do for you

Through embalming, IMS JAPAN has supported families who wish to honor their loved ones.
As specialists in embalming, we offer a range of services only we can provide.
IFSA-certified embalmers trained by the Japan Funeral Service Association apply care suited to each case.

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Embalming

Embalming (mortuary sanitation and preservation) combines science and art to help you receive your loved one in the best possible condition for farewell.
Our embalming specialists support families so they can say goodbye without regret.

Our serviceOverseas

Repatriation

We assist with returning foreign nationals who pass away in Japan to their home country, with the remains intact or after cremation. IMS JAPAN serves many countries worldwide.

Our serviceAccident

Restorative care

Support for police and local authorities
Since 2003, Saitama Prefecture has provided post-autopsy care for those who died in incidents or accidents. Police and municipalities emphasize dignity for the deceased and reducing psychological harm to bereaved families. At the request of law enforcement, IMS JAPAN performs post-autopsy preparation of remains.
* This service covers restorative steps only, as part of embalming care.

For embassy

IMS JAPAN opened Japan’s first embalming center in 1988.
We operate 22 facilities mainly in the Kanto and Tohoku regions and have handled international transfers across Asia, North and South America, and Europe.
We support you end to end, from embalming through international repatriation procedures.
Decades of experience and skill help keep remains in optimal condition and ensure safe transport.

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We want as many people as possible to spend their final moments with those they love, fully at peace. In Japan we operate 22 embalming centers, mainly in eastern Japan, and we frequently handle overseas repatriation. Embassies and foreign nationals should refer to our For embassies page.

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