Ruck Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, President: Shuji Matsui), which operates wedding and funeral services mainly in Kyushu, is pleased to announce the launch of a new "Pet-Friendly Funeral Service" at its Mizuki Funeral Hall (Dazaifu City, Fukuoka Prefecture) under the "Nishinihon Tenrei" brand. This service allows pets to be present in the same space as the deceased during the funeral. This initiative was also featured on FBS Fukuoka Broadcasting's "Kirameki Palette" on July 1, 2026 (Wed). Pets are Family Members: Responding to Changing Ways of Saying Goodbye From FBS Fukuoka Broadcasting's "Kirameki Palette" In recent years, the scale and format of funerals have become more diverse, with "family funerals," where the deceased is seen off mainly by family and close friends, becoming a common option. Furthermore, the perception of "family" is also changing. According to Hakuhodo Institute of Life and Living's "Life Grid 2024," 59.5% of respondents answered, "I think pets are part of the family," the highest figure since the survey began in 1998. As funeral formats diversify, so too does the value placed on who is considered family. Nishinihon Tenrei has also received inquiries such as, "We want to spend the final moments with our pets," and "We want the whole family, including the deceased's beloved pets, to see them off together." However, in traditional funerals, there were many cases where pets had to be left at home or entrusted to others. Therefore, Nishinihon Tenrei Mizuki Funeral Hall has prepared an environment where pets, as cherished family members, can see off the deceased in the same space. Under the mission of Ruck Co., Ltd., "To fill your 'moments' with emotion through first-class thoughtfulness," we assist in providing farewells that are tailored to each family's wishes. Dedicated Waiting Room and Rental Equipment Provided for a Comfortable Environment with Pets At Nishinihon Tenrei Mizuki Funeral Hall, we prioritize allowing familie