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Family Funeral Hall 'Minamimachi Souen' Opens in Kurume City this April

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Published Apr 15, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 1, 2026 3:18 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Kinoshita Co., Ltd.
is opening a specialized family funeral facility in Kurume, Fukuoka, to meet the rising demand for smaller funeral services amid an aging population.

Kinoshita Co., Ltd. is opening a specialized family funeral facility in Kurume, Fukuoka, to meet the rising demand for smaller funeral services amid an aging population.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000181163.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Apr 15, 2026

Kinoshita Co., Ltd. (President: Mikiro Kinoshita) announced the April 2026 opening of 'Minamimachi Souen,' a facility dedicated to family funerals in Kurume City. With Kurume's aging rate projected to reach 34% by 2040 and family funerals already making up 50% of the market, the facility offers a private, accessible environment for small ceremonies. An opening fair will be held on April 25-26, featuring consultation sessions. This marks the group's 30th facility, with another opening planned in Hakata, Fukuoka, around the same time.

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FAQ

Is a reservation required for the opening fair?

No, it is open to the public from 10:00 AM on April 25-26, 2026.

How can I access the facility?

It is a 3-minute walk from the 'Minamimachi' bus stop (Nishitetsu Bus).

What are the key facts in this article?

Kinoshita Co., Ltd. is opening a specialized family funeral facility in Kurume, Fukuoka, to meet the rising demand for smaller funeral services amid an aging population.

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