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What does the word 'deceased' mean?

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Passed away/dead.

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What is the opposite of 'deceased'?

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Alive.

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What does 'tranquil' mean?

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Peaceful.

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What is a common way to honor the deceased in Japan?

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Decorating the altar with memorial tablets, fruits, flowers, and sweets.

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What is the significance of the time of year when Japan turns tranquil?

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It is a time for remembrance and honoring ancestors.

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What are memorial tablets used for?

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To honor and remember deceased loved ones.

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What types of offerings are commonly placed on altars in Japan?

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Fruits, flowers, and Japanese sweets.

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How does the atmosphere change in Japan during remembrance times?

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It becomes tranquil and reflective.

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What is the cultural importance of honoring the deceased in Japan?

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It shows respect and maintains a connection with ancestors.

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What does it mean to 'pass away'?

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To die; to cease living.