天价墓地，何时完结？

Group 1 - The article discusses innovative funeral practices in Japan, such as "balloon funerals" and "space burials," which are alternatives to traditional burial methods due to high funeral costs [1][2][3] - Balloon funerals involve sending ashes in a hydrogen balloon to explode at 50 kilometers altitude, costing around 12,000 RMB, while space burials can range from 25,000 to 500,000 RMB [1][2] - Traditional Japanese funerals are influenced by Chinese culture, with significant costs associated with burial plots and Buddhist ceremonies, with burial plots in Tokyo costing between 50,000 to 100,000 RMB [4][5] Group 2 - The average funeral costs in various countries are highlighted, with Japan at 66,300 RMB and China at 41,000 RMB, where burial plots account for 50-70% of the total costs [10][6] - The article notes that the high costs of funerals in China are comparable to those in Japan, with the average funeral expense being 45.4% of the annual salary [6][9] - The article emphasizes the increasing demand for innovative funeral services as traditional burial methods become more expensive and less accessible [1][2][3] Group 3 - The article mentions the emergence of new funeral products, such as "life crystals" made from ashes, and the trend of eco-friendly burials, which are becoming more popular among younger generations [36][37][50] - The concept of "end-of-life planning" or "shukatsu" in Japan encourages individuals to prepare for their own funerals, reflecting a shift in societal attitudes towards death [54][55] - The funeral industry is evolving with younger professionals entering the field, driven by changing perceptions and the desire for personalized services [40][43][51]